The Good Gig Guide – w/c 14th September 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.

If you’re going along to ANY of these venues and events, don’t forget to tell them that Erewash Sound sent you!

Listings for w/c 14th September 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 Latch Lifter: South Street, Ilkeston
Prapai Thai: Serving from The Latch Lifter, dishing up authentic Thai food from Thursday to Sunday, to eat-in or take away. See their Facebook page ‘The Latch Lifter’ for full details.

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 14th September: The White Lion, Tamworth Road, Sawley.
‘Games Night’ with retro arcade games on the TV, big screen and table tops too – every Monday!  FREE ENTRY

Tuesday 15th 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 15th September: The Maypole Inn, Brook Street, Derby.
‘Quiz, Bingo and Games Night’ – from 7:00pm. FREE ENTRY.

Tuesday 15th September: The Top Club, Belper Road, Stanley Common. (Non-members welcome)
‘Bingo Night’ – every Tuesday at 7:30pm. FREE ENTRY.

Tuesday 15th 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 16th September: The White Lion, Tamworth Road, Sawley.
‘Big Quiz Night’ – FREE ENTRY

Wednesday 16th September: The Latch Lifter, South Street, Ilkeston.
‘Barbecue Grill Night’ – FREE ENTRY
See their Facebook page ‘The Latch Lifter’ for full details.

Wednesday 16th September: The Presley’s Bar and Suites, Dallimore Road, Kirk Hallam.
Free pool night – FREE ENTRY

Wednesday 16th September: The Maypole Inn, Brook Street, Derby.
‘Big Screen Karaoke’ from 8:00pm. FREE ENTRY.

Wednesday 16th September: The Great Northern, Derby Road, Langley Mill.
Their popular ‘Quiz Night from 8:00pm + ‘Sticky 13s’ and ‘Open The Box’  £1 per player.

Thursday 17th September: The Spanish Bar, South Stret, Ilkeston.
‘Darron The Mohawked Medium’ – one of the country’s top spiritualists. Tickets are £22 available from the bar, price including a buffet at the interval.

Thursday 17th September: The Presley’s Bar and Suites, Dallimore Road, Kirk Hallam.
‘Line Dancing Beginners Classes’ – from 7:00pm. £6 per person on a pay as you basis.
‘Games Night’ – Every Thursday from 7:30pm including Sticky 13s, Bingo and ‘Play Your Cards Right’. FREE ENTRY

Thursday 17th September: The Boathouse, Shardlow Marina.
‘Cash Bingo’ every Thursday from 7:30pm – FREE ENTRY

Thursday 17th September: The Maypole Inn, Brook Street, Derby.
‘Open Mic Night’ from 9:00pm. FREE ENTRY.

Thursday 17th September: The Top Club, Belper Road, Stanley Common. (Non-members welcome)
‘Quiz Night’ – every Thursday at 9:00pm. FREE ENTRY.

Friday 18th September: The Top Club, Belper Road, Stanley Common. (Non-members welcome)
‘Oasis Tribute Night’ – with ‘Oasis Forever’ from 7:00pm. Tickets are £12 from the bar or from ticketsource.com.

Friday 18th September: The Boathouse, Shardlow Marina.
‘DJ Mark’ – from 7:30pm. FREE ENTRY

Friday 18th September: The New Inn, Newthorpe Common.
‘Cash Bingo and Games’ from 8:00pm including games of ‘Sticky’ in-between. £10 each to take part.
Follow their Facebook page ‘The New Inn at Newthorpe’ for upcoming events.

Friday 18th September: The Maypole Inn, Brook Street, Derby.
‘Big Screen Karaoke’ from 8:00pm with a £25 beer voucher for the best singer. FREE ENTRY.

Friday 18th September: The Latch Lifter, South Street, Ilkeston.
‘The Rise and Dine Breakfast Carvery’ from 9:00am to 12noon. FREE ENTRY.
‘Punk Night’ featuring ‘The Steam Kittens’ and guests from 8:00pm. FREE ENTRY.
See their Facebook page ‘The Latch Lifter’ for full details.

Friday 18th September: The Spanish Bar, South Stret, Ilkeston.
‘Tribute Night’ from 8:30pm. FREE ENTRY

Friday 18th September:  The Great Northern, Derby Road, Langley Mill.
‘Karaoke Party Time’ with DJ Russ from 9:00pm – EVERY FRIDAY.  FREE ENTRY.

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.

Saturday 19th September: The Boathouse, Shardlow Marina.
‘The Classic Car Meet’ – from 9:00am. Free to show off your pride and joy or just admire those of others.
‘The Boogie Collective’ – a high-energy 70s disco band from 8:30pm. FREE ENTRY.

Saturday 19th September:  The Great Northern, Derby Road, Langley Mill.
‘Freeway’ – a rock, indie and pop covers group from 4:00pm. FREE ENTRY.

Saturday 19th September: The Presley’s Bar and Suites, Dallimore Road, Kirk Hallam.
’80s/90s Bingo Night’ – from 7:30pm.

Saturday 19th September:  The Spanish Bar, South Street, Ilkeston.
‘Kev Smith Jones’ – an acoustic guitar vocalist from 8:30pm. FREE ENTRY.
Follow what’s happening on their Facebook page ‘Spanish Bar Official’

Saturday 19th September: The White Lion, Tamworth Road, Sawley.
‘The Skarantinos’ – with the best of ska and reggae from 8:30pm. FREE ENTRY.

Saturday 19th September: The Top Club, Belper Road, Stanley Common. (Non-members welcome)
‘The Lush Band’ – an 80s/90s covers band from 9:00pm. FREE ENTRY.

Saturday 19th September: The Latch Lifter, South Street, Ilkeston.
‘The Rise and Dine Breakfast Carvery’ from 9:00am to 12noon. FREE ENTRY.
‘Small Town Heroes’ – a rock covers band from 9:00pm. FREE ENTRY.
See their Facebook Page ‘The Latch Lifter’ for full details.

Saturday 19th September: The Maypole Inn, Brook Street, Derby.
‘Mojo’ – a guitar and vocal duo from 9:00pm. FREE ENTRY.

Sunday 20th September: The Top Club, Belper Road, Stanley Common. (Non-members welcome)
‘Bingo’ – every Sunday lunchtime from 12:30pm. FREE ENTRY.

Sunday 20th September: The Presley’s Bar and Suites, Dallimore Road, Kirk Hallam.
Free afternoon pool – FREE ENTRY

Sunday 20th September: The Latch Lifter, South Street, Ilkeston.
Sunday Lunch Carvery from 12noon to 3:00pm.  FREE ENTRY.
See their Facebook Page ‘The Latch Lifter’ for full details.

Sunday 20th September:  The Spanish Bar, South Street, Ilkeston.
‘Elton John Tribute’ – with the UK’s ultimate tribute to Sir Elton John on the outdoor stage from 4:00pm.  FREE ENTRY.

Sunday 20th September: The Boathouse, Shardlow Marina.
‘Massa’ – a solo artist playing rock covers from 5:30pm. FREE ENTRY

Friday 30th October: The Risley Park, Derby Road, Risley.
‘Imagine’ – the country’s leading tribute to The Beatles. Tickets are £15 each, available from eventbrite.co.uk, but they are selling fast, so get yours quick!

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!

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