With summer in full swing, Preston is alive with live music, family days out, and summer clubs. There is absolutely something for everyone, whether you want to experience a new skill like pottery painting or soak up the sounds of a broad range of music styles.
Read on for some of the best things to do in Preston for the coming week, starting Monday 27 July, with links to our event listings.
And if you’re an organiser or venue, make sure you submit your event to quickly and easily put it in front of the people of Preston for free.
Monday 27 July
Ashton High School
Ashton High School is hosting a football Summer holiday programme to help level up kids’ skills over four weeks. Limited spaces are available, so book early to avoid disappointment.
Sa’ar Café
Try your hand at a new skill in this pottery painting class, perfect for beginners, which also comes with a delicious cream tea.
Wednesday 29 July
FoWS Walk: Where Walls Speak: Exploring Preston’s Murals
Fishergate Shopping Centre Car Park
Susan Spall at Friends of Winckley Square is leading a guided walking tour where some of Preston’s murals have their incredible stories revealed, along with how they weave into the history and heritage of the city.
Thursday 30 July
One Community, Many Voices (Disability Pride)
Chew’s Yard
This event aims to shine a light on some of the incredible positive influences and examples across Preston helping to remove barriers and create more welcoming spaces for everyone.
The Bug Club + Guests // The Ferret is 20!
The Ferret
Welsh Indie duo, The Bug Club, are the latest musical guests to join the lineup of incredible talents performing at The Ferret to celebrate the venue’s 20th anniversary.
Worldwise Samba Drummers and Friends
The MET
Seven community music groups are taking to the stage a wide range of performances, which will also feature ample opportunities for audience participation.
The Aviary
David Eagle is headlining an evening of non-stop laughs along with a handful of other stand-up comics who are rising through the UK circuits.
Friday 31 July
Brindle Distillery
Nestival will be running throughout the weekend at the Brindle Distillery, kicking off with a night packed with the greatest hits from the 80s, 90s, and 00s.
The Ferret
bis is a Disco/Punk band from Glasgow who have been touring and performing for 30 years. Now, they are coming to Preston to bring their unique sound to The Ferret’s stage.
DJ Mark Weston spinning Balearic & Melodic House
Chew’s Yard
DJ Mark Weston has been bringing eclectic sounds to stages and festivals for some time. At Chew’s Yard, you can expect to hear more of his unique style and sound this coming Friday.
Saturday 1 August
Brindle Distillery
For day two of the Nestival event, there will be a range of performances, from country music to indie anthems and even pop classics.
Pep Talk 1st Anniversary Party
Pep Talk
Pep Talk coffee shop at the Box Market is putting on a New York Block Party style event to mark their first anniversary. With food vendors, DJs, games, and more, this is sure to be a memorable occasion.
The Continental
The AC/DC Experience is an AC/DC tribute act that delivers all of the energy, familiar sounds, and spirit of the band that inspired them to begin their own journey.
Sunday 2 August
Brindle Distillery
To close down the Nestival event, the final day is set up as the ultimate family day out with laid-back music, games, food, and more to keep everyone entertained and satisfied.
Sunday Session with Aaron McMullan
Guild Ale House
Aaron McMullan is a singer/guitarist who performs a range of covers and original music that always resonates with guests at Guild Ale House, which is why he is back for another Sunday Session at the venue.
Cinema Picks
Wham! 10 Days In China
The Arc Cinema, The Flower Bowl
Wham! had an iconic string of shows that they performed in China in 1985, and now, never-before-seen archival footage of that tour is coming to a big screen near you to celebrate the band at the height of its popularity.
Irving Berlin’s Top Hat
The Flower Bowl
Irving Berlin’s musical comedy is based on the 1935 film of the same name, which starred Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers. With music and lyrics from Berlin, the story is reimagined and given new life.
