The Good Gig Guide – w/c 4th May 2026

Erewash Sound’s ‘Good Gig Guide’ — is a brand-new on-air feature designed to showcase local entertainment, and help get more people through your doors.

Here are the listings for w/c 4th May 2026:

The Olympic Pub, Station Road, Draycott.
Get yourself down to The Olympic – a local pub for local people and friends from afar – pop in and see Frankie along with Reuben and Gaby and their friendly staff where a warm welcome awaits.  There is always plenty to keep you entertained. Listen out for local guitarist and vocalist Greg Jackson in the Guinness Bar.  There are also discos and regular live entertainment. The Olympic Pub on Station Road in Draycott – where something is happening all week and cold beer awaits you – four legged friends are most welcome.  Follow their Facebook page ‘The Olympic Pub Draycott’ for up-to-date information.

The Presley’s Bar and Suites, Dallimore Road, Kirk Hallam.
Brett and Rachel welcome you to their public bar with regular entertainment. They have private function rooms available for hire for most occasions including weddings, wakes and meetings. Find them on Facebook to keep up to date on what is happening in their friendly bar.  The venue has disabled friendly access and a baby-changing room. Pop down and show YOUR support at Presley’s Bar and Suites.

The White Lion, Tamworth Road, Sawley.
Pop in and say hello to Ali and his team, and enjoy a beer or two in this fantastic pub with a beer garden in the heart of the village. Keep an eye on their Facebook page ‘The White Lion at Sawley’ for regular entertainment updates.

Monday 4th May: The Spanish Bar, South Street, Ilkeston.
‘Amanda Jayne’ – a solo artist with the best of soul, motown, rock and pop from 3:00pm

Monday 4th May: The Olympic Pub, Station Road, Draycott.
Every Monday: *BRAND NEW* Music Quiz night from 7:30pm with free ‘Chilli on the Go’.
Follow their Facebook page ‘The Olympic Pub Draycott’for up-to-date information.

Tuesday 5th May: The Presley’s Bar and Suites, Dallimore Road, Kirk Hallam.
The Risley Big Band: every Tuesday night: admission £4.00 per person.

Tuesday 5th May: The Olympic Pub, Station Road, Draycott.
Free pool and jukebox.
Follow their Facebook page ‘The Olympic Pub Draycott’for up-to-date information.

Tuesday 5th May: The Latch Lifter, South Street, Ilkeston.
Every Tuesday – the popular Latch Lifter ‘Pie Night’.

Tuesday 5th May: The Spanish Bar, South Street, Ilkeston.
Quiz Nights every Tuesday. FREE ENTRY
From 8:30pm: Sticky 13s
From 9:00pm: The main quiz
From 10:00pm: Rock ‘n’ Roll BINGO
ALL major sports are shown on the big screen and surrounding screens in the bar area.
Follow what’s happening at The Spanish Bar on their Facebook Page ‘Spanish Bar Official’‘

Tuesday 5th May: The Olympic Pub, Station Road, Draycott.
Every Tuesday: Free pool table and jukebox night – FREE ENTRY
Follow their Facebook page ‘The Olympic Pub Draycott’ for up-to-date information.

Wednesday 6th May: The Presleys Bar and Suites, Dallimore Road, Kirk Hallam.
Every Wednesday: ‘The Legendary MFN Bike Night’ returns every Wednesday at 5:00pm, with a four-piece rock & roll band.  The Buffalo Grill will also be fired up!

Wednesday 6th May:  The White Lion, Tamworth Road, Sawley.
Quiz Night from 8:00pm. FREE ENTRY.
Keep an eye on their Facebook page ‘The White Lion at Sawley’ for regular entertainment updates.

Prapai Thai: Serving from The Latch Lifter, South Street, Ilkeston, Prapai Thai, dish up authentic Thai food from Thursday to Sunday, to eat-in or take away. See their Facebook page ‘The Latch Lifter’ for full details.

Thursday 7th May: The Boathouse, Shardlow Marina.
Every Thursday: Cash Bingo from 7:30pm – FREE ENTRY

Thursday 7th May: The Presley’s Bar and Suites, Dallimore Road, Kirk Hallam.
Free pool night – FREE ENTRY

Friday 8th May: The Boathouse, Shardow Marina.
Paul Smith – a lively solo vocalist and keyboard player from 7:00pm – FREE ENTRY

Friday 8th May: The Olympic Pub, Station Road, Draycott.
Every Friday night, from 8:00pm ’til late – grab your mates and become stars for the night on Karaoke. FREE ENTRY.
Follow their Facebook page ‘The Olympic Pub Draycott’ for up-to-date information.

Friday 8th May: The Latch Lifter, South Street, Ilkeston.
In-house music from 8:00pm.

Saturday 9th May: The Boathouse, Shardow Marina.
’33 Revs’ – a 4-piece covers band with the best of upbeat rock, indie and pop from 8:30pm – FREE ENTRY

Saturday 9th May: The Presley’s Bar and Suites on Dallimore Road, Kirk Hallam.
Karaoke Night: Become a star yourself with Karaoke which starts at 7:30pm.

Saturday 9th May:  The Spanish Bar, South Street, Ilkeston.
‘The ModSkas – a four-piece Ska, Mod and Northern Soul group – not to be missed – from 8:30pm. FREE ENTRY.
All major sports are shown on the big screen and surrounding screens in the bar area.
Follow what’s happening on their Facebook Page ‘Spanish Bar Official’.

Saturday 9th May: The Latch Lifter, South Street, Ilkeston.
‘Wild Daisy & The Blackhearts – a five-piece classic Americana rock group from 9:00pm. FREE ENTRY.

Sunday Carveries at The Latch Lifter, South Street, Ilkeston.
Available from 12noon to 3:00pm.  See their Facebook Page ‘The Latch Lifter’ for full details.

Sunday 10th May: The Presley’s Bar and Suites, Dallimore Road, Kirk Hallam.
Free afternoon pool – FREE ENTRY

Sunday 10th May: The Spanish Bar, South Street, Ilkeston.
‘Blurred Mondays’ – a three-piece indie, rock, punk and BritPop covers band from 4:00pm.  FREE ENTRY.
All major sports are shown on the big screen and surrounding screens in the bar area.
Follow what’s happening on their Facebook Page ‘Spanish Bar Official’.

Sunday 10th May: The Boathouse, Shardow Marina.
‘Terry Munday’ – a guitar vocalist with classic tunes from across the decades from 5:30pm – FREE ENTRY

Sunday 10th May: The Latch Lifter, South Street, Ilkeston.
‘Pitch Invasion’ – a four-piece rock and indie band from 5:30pm. FREE ENTRY.

Come back soon for more dates for your diary!

Are you a pub landlord, landlady, or part of a social or working men’s club committee? If you’ve got live music, quizzes, karaoke or special events coming up — we’d love to feature them!’

‘The Good Gig Guide’ is YOUR chance to promote YOUR venue and share what’s happening locally — from live bands and open mic nights, to themed events and more.

Our very own Gordon Slayney is your contact for all the details, and he will explain how to send in your listings each week.

So if you’re hosting great entertainment, click here to get in touch to be part of ‘The Good Gig Guide’, only on Erewash Sound!

Alternatively, send e-mail to Gordon at good.gig @ erewashsound.com and he will reply with all the information you need to get started!

Places ARE limited so get in touch NOW!

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