The Good Gig Guide – w/c 2nd November 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 2nd November 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 2nd November: 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 3rd November: 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 3rd November: The Maypole Inn, Brook Street, Derby.
‘Quiz, Bingo and Games Night’ – from 7:00pm. FREE ENTRY. Charges apply to participate in games activity.

Tuesday 3rd November: The Presley Bar and Suites, Dallimore Road, Kirk Hallam.
‘The Risley Big Band’ – performing all the classics, £4 per person.

Tuesday 3rd November: The Top Club, Belper Road, Stanley Common. (Non-members welcome)
‘Bingo Night’ – every Tuesday at 7:30pm. FREE ENTRY. Charges apply to participate in the bingo.

Tuesday 3rd November: 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 4th November: The White Lion, Tamworth Road, Sawley.
‘Big Quiz Night’ – FREE ENTRY.
Keep an eye on their Facebook page ‘The White Lion at Sawley’ for regular entertainment updates.

Wednesday 4th November: The Presley’s Bar and Suites, Dallimore Road, Kirk Hallam.
Free pool night – FREE ENTRY.

Wednesday 4th November: The Maypole Inn, Brook Street, Derby.
‘Big Screen Karaoke’ from 8:00pm. FREE ENTRY.

Wednesday 4th November: The Great Northern, Derby Road, Langley Mill.
Their popular ‘Quiz Night from 8:00pm + ‘Sticky 13s’ and ‘Open The Box’  £1 per player.

Thursday 5th November: 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. Charges apply to take part in games activity.

Thursday 5th November: The Boathouse, Shardlow Marina.
‘Cash Bingo’ every Thursday from 7:30pm – FREE ENTRY

Thursday 5th November: The Maypole Inn, Brook Street, Derby.
‘Open Mic Night’ from 9:00pm. FREE ENTRY. All equipment is provided – just bring yourself!

Thursday 5th November: The Top Club, Belper Road, Stanley Common. (Non-members welcome)
‘Quiz Night’ – every Thursday at 9:00pm. FREE ENTRY. Charges apply to take part in the quiz.

Friday 6th November: The Boathouse, Shardlow Marina.
‘Wine Down Fridays’ from 4:00pm to 8:00pm.  FREE ENTRY.
‘Karaoke with Mitch’ from 7:30pm. FREE ENTRY.
See their Facebook page for full details.

Friday 6th November: 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 6th November: The Maypole Inn, Brook Street, Derby.
‘Big Screen Karaoke’ from 8:00pm with a £25 beer voucher for the best singer. FREE ENTRY.

Friday 6th November: The Latch Lifter, South Street, Ilkeston.
‘The Rise and Dine Breakfast Carvery’ from 9:00am to 12noon.
‘Paul Tabor’ – an acoustic guitarist and vocalist from 9:00pm. FREE ENTRY.
See their Facebook page ‘The Latch Lifter’ for full details.

Friday 6th November: The Spanish Bar, South Stret, Ilkeston.
‘Andy Rock’ – rock covers from 8:00pm. FREE ENTRY.

Friday 6th November:  The Great Northern, Derby Road, Langley Mill.
‘Karaoke Party Time’ with DJ Russ from 9:00pm – EVERY FRIDAY.  FREE ENTRY.

Saturday 7th November: The Maypole Inn, Brook Street, Derby.
‘Rival Reputation’ – a four-piece rock band from 9:00pm. FREE ENTRY.

Saturday 7th November:  The Great Northern, Derby Road, Langley Mill.
‘The Atoms’ – a rock and punk duo from 4:00pm. FREE ENTRY.

Saturday 7th Novcmber: The Presley’s Bar and Suites, Dallimore Road, Kirk Hallam.
‘Karaoke’ from 8:00pm. FREE ENTRY..

Saturday 7th November: The New Inn, Newthorpe Common.
‘The Waddys’ – bringing you the sounds of Showaddywaddy and more from 8:30pm. FREE ENTRY
Follow their Facebook page ‘The New Inn at Newthorpe’ for upcoming events.

Saturday 7th November: The Boathouse, Shardlow Marina.
‘Fake News’ – a high-energy rock covers band from 8:30pm. FREE ENTRY.

Saturday 7th November:  The Spanish Bar, South Street, Ilkeston.
‘Echo Beach’ – a poptastic 80s duo from 8:30pm. FREE ENTRY.
Follow what’s happening on their Facebook page ‘Spanish Bar Official’

Saturday 7th November: The Top Club, Belper Road, Stanley Common. (Non-members welcome)
‘Rita’ – a top covers artist from 9:00pm. FREE ENTRY.

Saturday 7th November: The Latch Lifter, South Street, Ilkeston.
‘The Rise and Dine Breakfast Carvery’ from 9:00am to 12noon.
‘D/C Gone Cheap’ – a tribute to AC/DC from 9:00pm. FREE ENTRY.
See their Facebook Page ‘The Latch Lifter’ for full details.

Sunday 8th November: The Top Club, Belper Road, Stanley Common. (Non-members welcome)
‘Bingo’ – every Sunday lunchtime from 12:30pm. FREE ENTRY.

Sunday 8th November: The Presley’s Bar and Suites, Dallimore Road, Kirk Hallam.
Free afternoon pool – FREE ENTRY

Sunday 8th November:  The Spanish Bar, South Street, Ilkeston.
‘The Buster Party Band’ – from 4:00pm.  FREE ENTRY.

Sunday 8th November: The Latch Lifter, South Street, Ilkeston.
Sunday Lunch Carvery from 12noon to 3:00pm.  FREE ENTRY.
‘Paul ‘Robbo’ Robinson’ – a multi-talented musician playing all the best covers from 5:30pm. FREE ENTRY.
See their Facebook Page ‘The Latch Lifter’ for full details.

Sunday 8th November: The Boathouse, Shardlow Marina.
‘Max McTavish’ – soft rock hits from the 60s to today 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!

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