The Freddie and Queen Experience are the UK’s Premier Queen & Freddie Mercury Tribute Band who are internationally & critically acclaimed. The band performs all over the world with sell out shows in the UK & abroad, with most recently in UAE & Europe. They deliver a passionate & energy packed show just full of Queen’s greatest hits! Ian as Freddie Mercury replicates Freddie Mercury’s live shows with the looks, mannerisms, vocals, charisma, high energy & showmanship that Freddie was so famous for. The Freddie and Queen Experience are some of the finest musicians in UK, including arguable the most established & best professional Brian May Tribute Andy Wills. The full band perform with replica outfits instruments & perform a full recreation of Queen’s Live shows, based around Queen at there very best, the 86 ‘Magic tour’. It’s simply a great show not to missed!

The New Jersey boys have been filling theatres all over the UK singing all the hits of Frankie Valli & the Four Seasons such hits as 'Big Girls Don’t Cry', 'Bye Bye Baby', 'Lets Hang On', 'Oh What A Night' and many more. Featuring the amazing falsetto voice of Einar Vestman and the humour of Gary Gould, an amazing evening of fast moving entertainment with superb harmonies is expected and enjoyed by many both young and old.

Fronted by the most authentic Angus Young, and 80’s era Brian Johnson in the business; AC/DC UK deliver up to a 2 hour powerhouse show, featuring all the AC/DC hits; with a few fan favourites thrown in to boot! The experienced backline drive out the set with the same tenacity, volume, and passion as the real deal! All the AC/DC gimmicks are brought out to whip the crowd into a frenzy! From Angus’ famed striptease, Brian’s iconic flat cap, a giant inflatable Rosie, and fully firing cannons to salute those who are ready to rock! June 2018 saw the British tribute band, AC/DC UK embark on one of their biggest shows in the band's history. Closing the Friday night of Graspop, the band played just after legendary headliner's Iron Maiden to a packed out Metal Dome. Other acts to play the hallowed turf in Dessel, Belgium included Guns N' Roses, Ozzy Osbourne, Volbeat, The Darkness, Avenged Sevenfold, Judas Priest, Marilyn Manson and a raft of other rock superstars. The past several years have seen the band play several other notable shows and festival's alongside the likes of Alice Cooper, The Darkness, Steve Vai, Santana, Magnum, Within Temptation, Saxon, and more.

On 23rd January 2024 I was diagnosed as being neurodivergent which was kind of a surprise to me, funny enough, not to anyone that knows me. Although surprising this pretty much answered my full life and why I am the way I am. So come join me in a show where I’ll give you a 1st hand insight from my delusional eyes to what goes on in my ever expanding mind with stories of how I’ve manage to survive through a life of total confusement to how and why I now prefer to be alone, mostly!

Following on from the success of 2024’s “Any Port in a Storm” tour, King Creosote’s 2025’s follow-up “Any Storm in a Teacup” promises a night of modular synth, I DES tracks and KC classics.

The Skids formed in 1977 in their home town of Dunfermline, Scotland by Richard Jobson, Stuart Adamson, Bill Simpson & Tom Kellichan. After releasing an independent single the band were played by John Peel, supported The Clash in concert and then were signed to Virgin Records in 1978. Their first singles were ‘Sweet Surburbia’, ‘The Saints are Coming’ and ‘Into the Valley’ - the latter reaching the UK Top Ten in early 1979. Their seminal debut album ‘Scared to Dance’; came out in 1979 and was quickly followed by two chart singles – ‘Masquerade’ and ‘Working for the Yankee Dollar’. Both singles were taken from the Bill Nelson (Be Bop Deluxe) produced second album ‘Days in Europa’. The album also featured new member Rusty Egan of Rich Kids & Visage fame after the departure of Tom Kellichan. The band released two more albums ‘The Absolute Game’ (1980) and ‘Joy’ (1981) before splitting. Stuart Adamson went on to have worldwide success with his new band Big Country. The Skids were at the heart of the punk scene in Scotland and took their music to London where they were signed by Virgin records. They made 4 albums and had numerous hit singles including Into the Valley, The Saints are Coming, Masquerade and Working for the Yankee Dollar. The most recent Skids lineup includes Richard Jobson, Martin Metcalfe and Fin Wilson (Goodbye Mr Mackenzie), Nick Hernandez and Connor Whyte.

It is 40 years since ABBA won Eurovision and now it’s your chance to thank ABBA for the music! ABBA Mania is now accepted as the world’s number one touring ABBA tribute production. Featuring a special concert presentation, which celebrates the music of ABBA in a respectful and enjoyable way, reviving special memories of when ABBA ruled the airwaves. ABBA Mania brings ABBA fans old and new a night not to be missed. If you’re looking for an excuse to party, reminisce or simply be entertained by the best music ever, then ABBA Mania is for you! So dig out those platforms, dust down those flares, join in and enjoy all of your favourites including: Mamma Mia, Voulez Vous, Dancing Queen, Winner Takes It All, Super Trouper and many more.

TAYLOR FEVERis the electrifying tribute production to worldwide megastar TAYLOR SWIFT! In a show that is packed full of the icons most popular songs including Karma Shake it off Cruel Summer and many more, audiences of all ages will be up on their feet dancing and singing along! Alongside her incredible dancers,TAYLOR FEVERis taking UK and European Theatres by storm and for one afternoon only comes to NORTHAMPTON!

The Scottish Bonsai Open Exhibition will again take place in 2025 featuring: • an extensive display of over 100 bonsai trees • advice and information on the hobby • traders selling trees, pots, tools etc As a special addition this year the exhibition will include a “Japanese Village” displaying examples of Japanese culture and crafts including: • Ikebana (flower arranging) • kintsugi, (repairing ceramics with gold, silver or brass) • origami (art of folding paper into decorative shapes) • calligraphy (Japanese lettering and design) • sumo (Japanese wrestling) • kyudo (traditional Japanese martial art that involves archery) • boro stitching and sashiko (Japanese practice of repasiring and stitching textile items) • shiatsu (Japanese massage technique) • Kimono dressing (how to dress in a kimono) As a special feature, our Japanese Village will also include musical interludes on Japanese instruments such as the koto and shamisen. Refreshments will also be available.

Scotland's largest cask real ale festival featuring over 145 different ales from throughout the country, and over 20 real ciders and perries. Event organised and staffed by volunteers from the Campaign for Real Ale (CAMRA). Scotland's largest cask real ale festival featuring over 145 different ales from throughout the country, and over 20 real ciders and perries. Low/no alcohol beer, wine, soft drinks and food also available. Less than 10 minutes walk from Troon railway station and close to local bus routes. This year's nominated charity is "Return to Life", supporting kidney patients. Event organised and staffed by volunteers from the Campaign for Real Ale (CAMRA).

Once again, WinterStorm – Scotland’s Festival of Rock held annually in November on the beautiful and accessible west coast of the country - has curated a diverse long weekend of rock. The line up for the ninth version of the event offers everything from symphonic European metal to UK blues, a touch of Americana, a dose of folk metal. There is also a good chunk of prog, some US hard rock, punk, funk and a good splash of AOR. And to mark the influence of 1980 on WinterStorm’s creation and history, they’ll be celebrating “The Spirit of ‘80” with a string of rock and NWOBHM artists, 45 years on from the greatest year for hard rock music. The independent festival has unveiled the first 18 bands (from 40) including Iron Maiden’s founder Steve Harris' British Lion returning to Ayrshire, Californian Rockers Ugly Kid Joe who are guaranteed to electrify the audience, US melodic hard rock band Hardline return after a show-stealing 2021 performance and the legendary Russ Ballard, known for penning classics like "Since You Been Gone" and "God Gave Rock and Roll to You," promises a set packed with sing-along anthems. Scotland's own High Fade will bring a bit of Funk to the stage whilst Richard Jobson’s Skids will inject a bit of Punk! NWOBHM veterans Praying Mantis and Demon will bring their classic heavy metal sound to Troon, while The Raven Age - who've toured internationally with Iron Maiden, Killswitch Engage, and Alter Bridge, represent the cutting edge of modern British metal. Pat McManus Band will celebrate the sounds of Irish rock legends Gary Moore and Rory Gallagher, while Kingdom of Madness keeps the early Magnum spirit alive. Italian progressive power metallers Vision Divine bring international flavour, and the eclectic Wytch Hazel blend folk-rock with NWOBHM influences. and represent the local scene alongside returning favourites like Scarlet Rebels from Wales and melodic rockers, Collateral. Blues-rock enthusiasts will appreciate Derbyshire's These Wicked Rivers, while Scarborough's This House We Built and Victory or Die graduate from last year's Sessions stage to the Steve Strange Main Stage. Rock fans can explore each of the bands and find festival updates on the WinterStorm website, Facebook page or sign up for the newsletter.

With over 100M views online see the longest running panellist from BBC Scotland’s “Breaking The News” live in his first national tour! Stuart Mitchell is now regarded as one of the UK’s top comedians and social media stars with over a 100M views online. You’ve seen him online and now you can see him on his first ever national UK tour, Tips Not Included. Join the longest running panellist of BBC Scotland’ Breaking The News as he shares his amazing life story.

For all you Swifties out there come and join the fun.

A Musical Show for all the Family - Live on Stage! Ahoy, mateys! Everyone's favourite children's theatre company presents a brand-new swashbuckling singalong show for 2025. Join Auntie Aggie, Max and Morag the Rabbit as they set sail on a musical treasure hunt, filled with songs and sea shanties such as Row Row Row Your Boat and A Sailor Went to Sea. The McDougalls need YOU to join the crew - so why not come dressed as a pirate! The McDougalls have risen to become the country's biggest stars of family entertainment -the perfect introduction to live theatre for your little ones. Find out more by following The McDougalls on social media and subscribe to their YouTube channel for FREE singalong songs. Created and Performed by Ruairidh Forde & Ryan Moir. Running Time: One Hour Recommended for children up to age 9 to enjoy with their families. McDougalls merchandise will be on sale at the venue.

Top uk country show with full live band a night to remember

The ACDC Experience boys capture the spirit of all those great anthemsBernie Marsden (Whitesnake) Arguably one of the best tributes to AC/DC! Hailing from the North West of England, The AC/DC Experience perform classics from both the Bon Scott and Brian Johnson eras such as Highway To Hell, Shoot To Thrill, Back In Black, Whole Lotta Rosie, and many, many more The AC/DC Experience provide a live show second only to the legends themselves

All the Hits from Frankie Valli and Four Seasons

The Sunday 'After the 'Storm' at Troon Concert Hall has become an annual part of the WinterStorm Rock Weekend and has in the past featured MacFloyd, Big Country, The Skids, Hue and Cry, Sandi Thom, Hue and Cry and this year the magnificent Runrig tribute band Beat the Drum - and its St Andrew's Day! We are delighted to confirm that The Runrig Experience will be returning for this slot and once again we expect it to sell pout. Since their performance in 2023 the band have become increasingly popular touring widely across the world with their unique tribute to Runrig. Tickets are on sale now. The Runrig Experience | Beat The Drum is a professional tribute band, playing homage to fifty years of the Scottish Celtic Rock band ‘Runrig’. It’s time to ‘Dance Again’ and relive countless Runrig Anthems including Loch Lomond, Rocket To The Moon, Every River, Greatest Flame, Hearts of Olden Glory and more as part of the brand new ‘Runrig Experience’.

DDI have put together another phenomenal show for you all this year. This year we will explore the different emotions from the movie 'Inside Out' through dance. ️