The Good Gig Guide – w/c 18th 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 18th 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 18th 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 19th May: The Presley’s Bar and Suites, Dallimore Road, Kirk Hallam.
The Risley Big Band: every Tuesday night: admission £4.00 per person.

Tuesday 19th 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 19th May: The Latch Lifter, South Street, Ilkeston.
Every Tuesday – the popular Latch Lifter ‘Pie Night’.

Tuesday 19th 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 19th 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 20th 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 20th May: The Spanish Bar, South Street, Ilkeston.
‘An evening of mediumship and clairvoyance with Psychic, Trisha’ – Entry is £22 per person, including a superb buffet. Tickets are selling FAST!  Call 0115 930 8666 to ensure that you get your ticket!!

Wednesday 20th 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 21st May: The Boathouse, Shardlow Marina.
Every Thursday: Cash Bingo from 7:30pm – FREE ENTRY

Thursday 21st May: The Presley’s Bar and Suites, Dallimore Road, Kirk Hallam.
Free pool night – FREE ENTRY

Friday 22nd May: The Boathouse, Shardow Marina.
The Boathouse Monthly Open Mic Night – hosted by Richard Lawrence from 8:00pm – FREE ENTRY
All equipment is provided – just turn up and show off your talent!

Friday 22nd May: The Spanish Bar, South Street, Ilkeston.
‘Jay Styles’ – one of the country’s top Michael Jackson tribute shows – 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’.

Friday 22nd 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 22nd May: The Latch Lifter, South Street, Ilkeston.
‘Ben Wynne’ – a vocal guitarist playing indie and rock covers from 9:00pm.

Saturday 23rd May: The Boathouse, Shardow Marina.
‘The Above Band’ – performing all the hits from across the decades – from 8:30pm.  FREE ENTRY

Saturday 23rd 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 23rd May:  The Spanish Bar, South Street, Ilkeston.
‘In-house DISCO’ – from 8:00pm. 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’.

Saturday 23rd May: The Latch Lifter, South Street, Ilkeston.
‘Roadrunner’ – a five-piece band covering rock, pop and soul from 9:00pm. FREE ENTRY.

Sunday 24th May: The Olympic Pub, Station Road, Draycott.
‘Family Fun Day’ – from 11:00am with lots of local stalls and traders including The Pet Box from Stapleford for dog treats and accessories, Pearl’s Pantry serving brownies, cookies and sweets, Boo-Boo’s personalised balloons, The Teddy Tombola, Heidi’s Face Paining for children, ‘Pause with Paws’ with Charlie-Anne – specialising in ethical dog assisted well being and ‘Ashley Newlands Caribbean Food Corner bringing you  all the Caribbean food flavours, plus there is a disco and bouncy castle. A day not to be missed.

Sunday 24th May: The White Lion, Tamworth Road, Sawley.
‘Family Fun Day’ in association with 1st Sawley Scouts from 11:30am, to raise funds for a new scout hut. There will be lots to do and see including various stalls, ‘Splat The Rat’ and ‘Hook-a-Duck’ with fun prizes available.    The BBQ will also be set up plus listen out for surprise artists performing during the afternoon.
Keep an eye on their Facebook page ‘The White Lion at Sawley’ for regular entertainment updates.

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 24th May: The Presley’s Bar and Suites, Dallimore Road, Kirk Hallam.
Free afternoon pool – FREE ENTRY

Sunday 24th May: The Spanish Bar, South Street, Ilkeston.
‘Raphael Tate’ – all the way from the USA, he is an internationally acclaimed reggae singer and song-writer from 3:00pm.  FREE ENTRY.

‘ABBA Beats’ – Chess and Jem bring you all the hits you know and love from the Swedish supergroup from 7:00pm.
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 24th May: The Boathouse, Shardow Marina.
‘James Cowley’ – singing hits from Sinatra to Robbie Williams from 5:30pm – FREE ENTRY.

Sunday 24th May: The Latch Lifter, South Street, Ilkeston.
‘The Reason’ – a four-piece rock band from 5:30pm. FREE ENTRY.

Bank Holiday Monday 25th May: The Spanish Bar, South Street, Ilkeston.
‘Ryan Atter’ – performing covers from across the decades from 3:00pm. 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!’

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