The Good Gig Guide – w/c 25th 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 25th 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. Feel free to order your favourite takeaway to eat in, and enjoy along with drinks purchased from the venue.  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 25th May: The Olympic Pub, Station Road, Draycott.
Every Monday: *BRAND NEW* Music Quiz night from 7:30pm with free ‘Chilli on the Go’. FREE ENTRY
Follow their Facebook page ‘The Olympic Pub Draycott’for up-to-date information.

Tuesday 26th May: The Presley’s Bar and Suites, Dallimore Road, Kirk Hallam.
The Risley Big Band: every Tuesday night: admission £4.00 per person.

Tuesday 26th 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 26th May: The Latch Lifter, South Street, Ilkeston.
Every Tuesday – the popular Latch Lifter ‘Pie Night’.  FREE ENTRY

Tuesday 26th 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’‘

Wednesday 27th 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 27th 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 28th May: The Boathouse, Shardlow Marina.
Every Thursday: Cash Bingo from 7:30pm – FREE ENTRY

Thursday 28th May: The Presley’s Bar and Suites, Dallimore Road, Kirk Hallam.
Free pool night – FREE ENTRY

Thursday 28th May: The Presley’s Bar and Suites, Dallimore Road, Kirk Hallam.
‘The Hoods’ – the very best of rock ‘n roll from 8:30pm. FREE ENTRY

Friday 29th May: The Boathouse, Shardow Marina.
‘Rita Pereira’  – vocalist and saxophonist bringing you the very best of reggae, soul and motown from 8:00pm – FREE ENTRY

Friday 29th May: The White Lion, Tamworth Road, Sawley
Northern Soul and Motown Night – held monthly, starting at 8:00pm. FREE ENTRY

Friday 29th 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 29th May: The Latch Lifter, South Street, Ilkeston.
‘8 Foot Under’ – a three piece rock band from 9:00pm. FREE ENTRY

Saturday 30th May: The Boathouse, Shardow Marina.
‘The Breach Band’ – classic rock and indie covers from 8:30pm.  FREE ENTRY

Saturday 30th May: The Presley’s Bar and Suites on Dallimore Road, Kirk Hallam.
‘DJ Rockin’ Daniel’ and ‘Slick As A Chicken’ – performing as part of Rock ‘n’ Roll Night. Admission is £10 per person.
Karaoke Night: Become a star yourself from 7:30pm.

Saturday 30th 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 30th May: The White Lion, Tamworth Road, Sawley
‘Beat Institute’ – classics from the 60s from 8:30pm. 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 31st May: The Presley’s Bar and Suites, Dallimore Road, Kirk Hallam.
Free afternoon pool – FREE ENTRY

Sunday 31st May: The Spanish Bar, South Street, Ilkeston.
‘The Modest’ – a duo performing the greatest hits from the Mod, Ska and Soul eras from 4:00pm.  FREE ENTRY.
Follow what’s happening on their Facebook Page ‘Spanish Bar Official’.

Sunday 31st May: The Boathouse, Shardow Marina.
‘Aaron Fender’ – upbeat rock and roll covers of songs you love to listen and dance to, from 5:30pm – FREE ENTRY.

Sunday 31st May: The Latch Lifter, South Street, Ilkeston.
‘Blue Halo’ – a five-piece rock 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!

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