The Good Gig Guide – w/c 5th October 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 5th October 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 5th October: 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 6th October: 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 6th October: The Maypole Inn, Brook Street, Derby.
‘Quiz, Bingo and Games Night’ – from 7:00pm. FREE ENTRY. Charges apply to participate in games activity.

Tuesday 6th October: 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 6th October: 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 7th October: 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 7th October: The Presley’s Bar and Suites, Dallimore Road, Kirk Hallam.
Free pool night – FREE ENTRY.

Wednesday 7th October: The Maypole Inn, Brook Street, Derby.
‘Big Screen Karaoke’ from 8:00pm. FREE ENTRY.

Wednesday 7th October: The Great Northern, Derby Road, Langley Mill.
Their popular ‘Quiz Night from 8:00pm + ‘Sticky 13s’ and ‘Open The Box’  £1 per player.

Thursday 8th October: 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 8th October: The Boathouse, Shardlow Marina.
‘Cash Bingo’ every Thursday from 7:30pm – FREE ENTRY

Thursday 8th October: The Maypole Inn, Brook Street, Derby.
‘Open Mic Night’ from 9:00pm. FREE ENTRY. All equipment is provided – just bring yourself!

Thursday 8th October: 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 9th October: The Boathouse, Shardlow Marina.
‘Wine Down Friday’ –  with 25% off all bottles between 4:00pm and 8:00pm.  (www.drinkaware.co.uk – for the facts. Please drink responsibly). FREE ENTRY.  See their Facebook page for full details.

Friday 9th October: 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 9th October: The Maypole Inn, Brook Street, Derby.
‘Big Screen Karaoke’ from 8:00pm with a £25 beer voucher for the best singer. FREE ENTRY.

Friday 9th October: The Latch Lifter, South Street, Ilkeston.
‘The Rise and Dine Breakfast Carvery’ from 9:00am to 12noon.
‘Foo Fights UK’ – a tribute band to The Foo Fighters from 8:00pm.  Tickets are £6 including booking fee, available from Fixr, or you can pay on the door.
See their Facebook page ‘The Latch Lifter’ for full details.

Friday 9th October: The Spanish Bar, South Stret, Ilkeston.
‘ABBA Tribute Night’ – from 8:30pm. FREE ENTRY.

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

Saturday 10th October: The Maypole Inn, Brook Street, Derby.
‘Chris Newcombe’ – singing hits from across the decades.

Saturday 10th October:  The Great Northern, Derby Road, Langley Mill.
‘Wireless’ – a four-piece indie rock covers band from 4:00pm. FREE ENTRY.

Saturday 10th October: The Presley’s Bar and Suites, Dallimore Road, Kirk Hallam.
’80s/90s Bingo Night’ – from 7:30pm. FREE ENTRY.

Saturday 10th October: The New Inn, Newthorpe Common.
The very talented ‘James Stevens’ – playing rock ‘n roll and country from 8:30pm. FREE ENTRY
Follow their Facebook page ‘The New Inn at Newthorpe’ for upcoming events.

Saturday 10th October: The Boathouse, Shardlow Marina.
‘The Day Disco’ – ’til 6:00pm. FREE ENTRY.
‘The Worx’ – a rock, pop and party covers band from 8:30pm. FREE ENTRY.

Saturday 10th October:  The Spanish Bar, South Street, Ilkeston.
‘NG Groove’ – a six-piece band playing 70s, disco and motown and soul from 8:30pm. FREE ENTRY.
Follow what’s happening on their Facebook page ‘Spanish Bar Official’

Saturday 10th October: The White Lion, Tamworth Road, Sawley.
‘The Brainshakers’ – a four-piece rock and blues band from 8:30pm. FREE ENTRY.
Keep an eye on their Facebook page ‘The White Lion at Sawley’ for regular entertainment updates.

Saturday 10th October: The Top Club, Belper Road, Stanley Common. (Non-members welcome)
‘Linzi Marie’ – singing classic covers from 9:00pm. FREE ENTRY.

Saturday 10th October: The Latch Lifter, South Street, Ilkeston.
‘The Rise and Dine Breakfast Carvery’ from 9:00am to 12noon.
Entertainment from a band to be announced from 9:00pm. FREE ENTRY.
See their Facebook Page ‘The Latch Lifter’ for full details.

Sunday 11th October: The Top Club, Belper Road, Stanley Common. (Non-members welcome)
‘Bingo’ – every Sunday lunchtime from 12:30pm. FREE ENTRY.

Sunday 11th October: The Presley’s Bar and Suites, Dallimore Road, Kirk Hallam.
Free afternoon pool – FREE ENTRY

Sunday 11th October:  The Spanish Bar, South Street, Ilkeston.
‘Mid Life Crisis’ – playing rock covers from 4:00pm.  FREE ENTRY.

Sunday 11th October: The Latch Lifter, South Street, Ilkeston.
Sunday Lunch Carvery from 12noon to 3:00pm.  FREE ENTRY.
‘The Modest’ – the local favourites return, playing ska and northern soul from 5:30pm. FREE ENTRY.
See their Facebook Page ‘The Latch Lifter’ for full details.

Sunday 11th October: The Boathouse, Shardlow Marina.
‘Aaron Fender’ – a solo artist playing covers from across the decades from 5:30pm. FREE ENTRY.

Thursday 29th October: The Risley Park, Derby Road, Risley.
‘The Halloween Murder Mystery Dining Experience’ – a Whodunnit night where fancy dress is most welcome. Tickets are £49.95 including a 3-course meal, limited to 80 places, available at eventbrite.co.uk.

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!

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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