The Good Gig Guide – w/c 31st August 2026

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

Here are the listings for w/c 31st August 2026:

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 Risley Park, Derby Road, Risley.
Function room available – the perfect space for birthdays, weddings, conferences and celebrations of life.

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

Monday 31st August: The Boathouse, Shardlow Marina.
‘The Annual Fun Dog Show’ – from 1:00pm, including ‘Waggiest Tail’, ‘Best Trick’, ‘Most Handsome Boy’, ‘Prettiest Bitch’ and much more. There will be prizes, rosettes, treats, games and lots of fun.   FREE ENTRY.

Monday 31st August: The Great Northern, Derby Road, Langley Mill.
The welcome return of local artist ‘Luke BP’ from 4:00pm. FREE ENTRY.

Monday 31st August:  The Spanish Bar, South Street, Ilkeston.
‘The Frandelles‘ – playing classic covers from 4:00pm. FREE ENTRY.

Monday 31st August: The New Inn, Newthorpe Common.
‘The Backroom Band’ – a very talented four-piece covers band. FREE ENTRY.

Tuesday 1st September: The Latch Lifter, South Street, Ilkeston.
Every Tuesday – the popular Latch Lifter ‘Pie Night’.  FREE ENTRY
See their Facebook page ‘The Latch Lifter’ for full details.

Tuesday 1st September: 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’‘Y

Wednesday 2nd September: The White Lion, Tamworth Road, Sawley.
‘Quiz Night’ – FREE ENTRY

Wednesday 2nd September: The Latch Lifter, South Street, Ilkeston.
‘Barbecue Grill Night’ – FREE ENTRY
See their Facebook page ‘The Latch Lifter’ for full details.

Wednesday 2nd September: The Presley’s Bar and Suites, Dallimore Road, Kirk Hallam.
Free pool night – FREE ENTRY

Wednesday 2nd September: The Great Northern, Derby Road, Langley Mill.
Their popular ‘Quiz Night from 8:00pm. £1 per player + ‘Sticky 13s’ and ‘Open The Box’
£1 per player for entry.

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 3rd September: The Boathouse, Shardlow Marina.
Every Thursday: Cash Bingo from 7:30pm – FREE ENTRY

Thursday 3rd September: The Presley’s Bar and Suites, Dallimore Road, Kirk Hallam.
‘Games Night’ – Every Thursday from 7:30pm including Sticky 13s, Bingo and ‘Play Your Cards Right’. FREE ENTRY

Friday 4th September: The Boathouse, Shardlow Marina.
‘Karaoke’ – with Mitch from 7:30pm. FREE ENTRY

Friday 4th September: The Spanish Bar, South Stret, Ilkeston.
‘The Ultimate Dolly Parton Tribute Show’ from 8:30pm. FREE ENTRY

Friday 4th September: The New Inn, Newthorpe Common.
‘Cash Bingo and Games’ from 8:00pm including ‘Sticky’. £10 to take part.
Follow their Facebook page ‘The New Inn at Newthorpe’ for upcoming events.

Friday 4th September: The Latch Lifter, South Street, Ilkeston.
‘The Rise and Dine Breakfast Carvery’ from 9:00am to 12noon. FREE ENTRY.
‘Ben Wynne’ – playing acoustic classics from 8:00pm.  FREE ENTRY
See their Facebook page ‘The Latch Lifter’ for full details.

Friday 4th September:  The Great Northern, Derby Road, Langley Mill.
‘Karaoke Party Time’ with DJ Russ from 9:00pm – EVERY FRIDAY.  FREE ENTRY.

Saturday 5th September: The Boathouse, Shardlow Marina.
‘Inferno’ –  a high-energy disco band from 8:30pm. FREE ENTRY

Saturday 5th September: The White Lion, Tamworth Road, Sawley.
‘Old Skool’ – a four-piece classic band performing classic rock songs from 8:30pm. FREE ENTRY.

Saturday 5th September:  The Great Northern, Derby Road, Langley Mill.
‘Drag Queen Angela Bra’ – the welcome return from 8:00pm. FREE ENTRY.

Saturday 5th September: The Presley’s Bar and Suites, Dallimore Road, Kirk Hallam.
‘FREE Bouncy Castle’ – weather permitting – all Saturday afternoon.
’80s/90s Music Bingo Night’ – from 7:30pm. FREE ENTRY.

Saturday 5th September:  The Spanish Bar, South Street, Ilkeston.
‘Steve Masser’ plays you covers from across the decades from 8:30pm. FREE ENTRY.
Follow what’s happening on their Facebook page ‘Spanish Bar Official’

Saturday 5th September: The Latch Lifter, South Street, Ilkeston.
‘The Rise and Dine Breakfast Carvery’ from 9:00am to 12noon. FREE ENTRY.
‘Blood Red Moon’ – a five-piece blues and rock covers band from 9:00pm. FREE ENTRY.
See their Facebook Page ‘The Latch Lifter’ for full details.

Saturday 5th September: The New Inn, Newthorpe Common.
‘Drag Queen Angela Bra’ – the welcome return from 8:00pm. FREE ENTRY.
Follow their Facebook page ‘The New Inn at Newthorpe’ for upcoming events.

Sunday 6th September:  The Spanish Bar, South Street, Ilkeston.
‘ABBA Tribute – one of the country’s top tributes on the outdoor stage from 4:00pm.  FREE ENTRY.
‘The Skas’ – playing the best covers of 2-Tone and Ska from 7:30pm. FREE ENTRY.

Sunday 6th September: The Presley’s Bar and Suites, Dallimore Road, Kirk Hallam.
Free afternoon pool – FREE ENTRY

Sunday 6th September: The Latch Lifter, South Street, Ilkeston.
Sunday Lunch Carvery from 12noon to 3:00pm.  FREE ENTRY.
‘The Low Riders’ – a superb rock covers band from 5:30pm. FREE ENTRY.
See their Facebook Page ‘The Latch Lifter’ for full details.

Sunday 6th September: The Boathouse, Shardlow Marina.
‘Claire L. Shaw’ – an acoustic guitar vocalist from 5:30pm. FREE ENTRY

Saturday 12th September: The Risley Park, Derby Road, Risley
‘Faker Maker’ – the country’s leading tribute to Oasis, capturing the raw energy, swagger and unmistakable sound of one of Britain’s most iconic bands. Tickets are just £15, available from Eventbrite.co.uk, but selling fast, so get yours quickly!

Saturday 19th September: The Risley Park, Derby Road, Risley
‘Wedding Fayre’ – from 9:00am. FREE ENTRY. Meet their wedding co-ordinator Joanne Lovett, to discuss available dates, share inspiration and ideas and show you around this stunning venue.

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.

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