Manchester Carnival returns with parade and celebrations
Manchester Caribbean Carnival returns this weekend with a parade, J'ouvert, and celebrations at Alexandra Park, expecting around 60,000 attendees.
Category : Festivals
Maple Syrup in Egg Salad: A Sweet Twist
Food writer Kat Lieu reveals adding maple syrup to egg salad creates 'the best egg salad', a tip from her mother. Try her easy recipe.
Oasis 2027 Knebworth tickets may be cheaper, hints ex-publicist
Oasis fans may get another chance in 2027 with more reasonable ticket prices, hints former publicist Johnny Hopkins, after last year's dynamic pricing backlash.
Five special moments at the 850th National Eisteddfod
Indigo Jones shares five highlights from the 850th National Eisteddfod in Llantwd, including meeting American Welsh speakers, LGBTQ+ inclusivity, and Star Wars dubbed in Welsh.
Fleadh Belfast visitor numbers to top one million
Visitor numbers at the first Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann in Belfast are expected to pass one million by Friday, surpassing initial predictions of 800,000 for the week.
Weekend in Greater Manchester: Carnival, Pride, Krazy Races
Manchester Caribbean Carnival, Wigan Pride, Rochdale Feel Good, Stockport Krazy Races, and Summer in the City Picnic highlight the weekend in Greater Manchester.
Foodie Festival Back in Scotland with Gareth Gates Headlining
The UK's biggest Foodie Festival returns to Edinburgh and Glasgow this August with musical headliners including Gareth Gates and Scouting for Girls.
Wrexham submits UK City of Culture 2029 bid
Wrexham has formally submitted its community-driven bid to become the UK City of Culture in 2029, aiming to become the world's most playful place and boost the local economy.
Jigsaw Mania puzzle party coming to Newcastle bar
Jigsaw Mania, a competitive puzzle night, comes to Revolucion de Cuba in Newcastle on August 27-28, with more dates in October and November.
London Bids for WorldPride 2032, Aiming for Historic Second Hosting
London launches bid to host WorldPride 2032, which would make it the first city to host the global Pride festival twice, marking 60 years since UK's first Pride.
Manchester Carnival 2026 road closures in full
Manchester Carnival returns to Alexandra Park this weekend with road closures in place. Full list of closures for J'Ouvert, parade, and event exit.
Gavin & Stacey Star to DJ at Cardiff A-level Results Party
Gavin & Stacey star Mathew Horne will headline a DJ set at Cardiff's The Philharmonic on A-level results day, August 13, for thousands of students.
Krazy Races 2026: Stockport road closures for Sunday event
Krazy Races returns to Stockport on Sunday with a 350m soapbox derby, classic car showcase, RAF flypast, and road closures from 4am to 9pm.
Secret Ingredient for Perfectly Creamy Scrambled Eggs
Anthony Bourdain's secret to soft, creamy scrambled eggs is sour cream. Adding it as eggs finish cooking keeps them silky, even if slightly overcooked.
Edinburgh Fringe 2026 opens with call to 'mix it up'
The 2026 Edinburgh Fringe opened on Friday with over 4,202 shows across 299 venues, urging audiences to 'mix it up' and support artists by buying tickets.
Irish premier hails cross-community participation at Belfast Fleadh
Taoiseach Micheál Martin praised cross-community participation at the first Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann in Belfast, noting enthusiastic engagement from loyalist and Unionist communities.
Edinburgh Sunflower Trail Returns to Balgone Estate
The sunflower trail at Balgone Estate in North Berwick returns tomorrow, offering two-hour visits through 14 acres of golden blooms, with tickets from £18 per car.
Camp Bestival 2026 review: Britain's happiest family festival
Camp Bestival 2026 at Lulworth Castle delivered its strongest edition yet, with 30,000 festival-goers enjoying music, immersive fun, and touching moments.
Blue Note Jazz Club to open first UK venue in London's West End
The Blue Note Jazz Club will open its first UK location on St Martin's Lane on September 23, after overcoming police concerns about late closing hours.
Blue Note Jazz Club to Open First UK Venue in London
Blue Note, the iconic New York jazz club, will open its first UK venue in London this autumn, with a launch show headlined by Robert Glasper on September 23.
Green walls rise in Liverpool for No Art festival weekend
Massive green walls have been erected around Otterspool in Liverpool ahead of the No Art festival on August 8, with further fencing in Sefton Park for In The Park on August 15.
Teddy Swims UK Tour 2027: New Dates and Tickets
Teddy Swims adds three new UK arena dates for The Ugly Tour in April 2027, including Birmingham, Manchester, and London. Tickets are on sale now.
OMD and Gabrielle headline Rochdale's big music weekend
Rochdale Feel Good Festival returns Aug 8 with Gabrielle, Ash, Starsailor; OMD headlines Aug 7. Set times and ticket details inside.
Manchester Carnival 2026: Dates, route and highlights
Manchester Carnival returns to Alexandra Park this weekend, August 8-9, with 60,000 expected, a J'ouvert at 7am Saturday, and a parade with 11 troupes.
Hospital Records 30th Block Party Rocks Hackney Wick
Hospital Records celebrated its 30th anniversary with a massive block party in Hackney Wick, drawing over 4,000 drum & bass fans across six stages for a nine-hour rave.
Leicester Comedy Festival cancelled as organiser goes insolvent
Europe's largest comedy festival, Leicester Comedy Festival, is cancelled after its organiser, The Big Difference Company, announced insolvency, leaving over £100,000 owed to performers.
Edinburgh's Twin City Gift: Statue of 'Bum' the Dog
Edinburgh's 1977 twinning with San Diego included a statue exchange, but Scots received a statue of 'Bum' the dog, a San Diego stray, which some found amusing.
Kendal Calling 2026: Food Surprise Steals the Show
Kendal Calling 2026 surprised a Cumbrian local with its incredible food variety, from Ranch 76 Smokehouse to poke bowls, making it a standout festival experience.
Green walls surround Liverpool park for No Art festival
Massive green walls have been erected around Otterspool ahead of the No Art festival on August 8, with a sold-out event and enhanced production promised.
NOVUM festival guide: 3-day Newcastle playground with dominoes
NOVUM festival returns to Newcastle from August 7-9, transforming the city into a playground with free activities, performances, and a giant dominoes finale.
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