Latest Events in Swindon(April Updated)

OASIS 96 + THE KOPYCAT KILLERS + SCAM FENDER + SUBARCTIC MONKEYS Oasis 96 (as part of a quadruple bill)14+ show (under 16s must be accompanied) Websites - Oasis 96 // http://subarcticmonkeys.com // http://thekopycatkillers.com // http://scamfender.com Instagrams - http://instagram.com/oasis96tribute // http://instagram.com/thekopycatkillerstribute // http://instagram.com/scamfender // http://instagram.com/subarcticmonkeystribute -- Better than Liam last time I saw him” - J.Rogers (IG) -- “Oasis 96 have spent 2024 on the road playing to THOUSANDS supporting on the same traveling bill as (the real) Black Grape, The Feeling +! Scouting For Girls - being hailed as the best Oasis Tribute in the UK. Check out their Instagram for proof. -- Best tribute band I've ever seen, and I've photographed hundreds D.Cowley -- Scam Fender sounds great to be fair, this is great - Greg James Radio One - 7.2.22 -- I've booked tribute in LA for years, this is the best of the best - Steve Ochs -- I've seen Killers 50 times in 9 countries, I was blown away by this tribute - V.Moran -- They sound exactly like the Killers! (who I've seen 36 times) L.Johnson -- Outstanding Vocals - Is this a cover or a remix?? It's unclear.... YourEDM.com (on huge 'Mr Brightside' cover) Hundreds more testimonials - http://thekopycatkillers.com/testimonials - ------ TYPICAL RUNNING ORDER/TIMINGS (please, PLEASE check Instagram pages + your emails!! the night before for exact timings) - ---- Scam Fender - Sam Fender songs - 35 mins Oasis 96 - Oasis Songs - 40 mins Sub-Arctic Monkeys - Arctic Monkeys songs - 45 mins The Kopycat Killers - Killers songs - 60 mins (all times rough and subject to change) - ---------- N.B - As per the videos below (please check them out) - this is a Quadruple Tribute Show performed by the same musicians + Stuart Rook on vocals. Further, Miguel Carling performs the Oasis songs. They perform all of this music all over the UK as individual, separate acts - which come together for this special-length show. Information Source: Oasis 96 | eventbrite

THE KOPYCAT KILLERS + SCAM FENDER + SUBARCTIC MONKEYS 7pm Doors 1 1pm Curfew 14+ Show Websites - http://thekopycatkillers.com // http://scamfender.com // http://subarcticmonkeys.com Instagram - // http://instagram.com/thekopycatkillerstribute // http://instagram.com/scamfender // http://instagram.com/subarcticmonkeystribute -- Best tribute band I've ever seen, and I've photographed hundreds D.Cowley -- Scam Fender sound great to be fair, this is great - Greg James Radio One - 7.2.22 -- I've booked tribute in LA for years, this is the best of the best - Steve Ochs -- I've seen Killers 50 times in 9 countries, I was blown away by this tribute - V.Moran -- They sound exactly like the Killers! (who I've seen 36 times) L.Johnson -- Outstanding Vocals - Is this a cover or a remix?? It's unclear.... YourEDM.com (on huge 'Mr Brightside' cover) H undreds more testimonials - http://thekopycatkillers.com/testimonials - ------ TYPICAL RUNNING ORDER/TIMINGS (please, PLEASE check instagram pages + your emails!! the night before for exact timings) - ---- Sub-Arctic Monkeys - Arctic Monkeys songs - 40 mins Scam Fender - Sam Fender songs - 45 mins The Kopycat Killers - Killers songs - 60 mins - ---------- N.B - As per the videos below (please check them out) - this is Tripler Tribute Show performed by the same musicians + Stuart Rook on vocals. They perform all of this music all over the UK as the individual, separate acts - which coming together for this special-length show. Information Source: The Kopycat Killers | eventbrite

The Swindon Old Town Comedy Club, now runs a SECOND monthly regular show at The Hop Inn (Devizes Road, Old Town) on the last monday of every month, showcasing 'work in progress' tour show previews and new material from some of the biggest names in UK Comedy! Our headliner for March is TADIWA MAHLUNGE! As seen on BBC 1, BBC 2, Dave, Comedy Central, UTV, Comic Relief and heard on BBC Radio 4, BBC Radio Wales, BBC Radio Northampton and BBC Sounds - Tadiwa Mahlunge has established himself as one of comedy’s hottest prospects. As such, he featured on the 2022 Pleasance Comedy Reserve at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival. Billed as “one of the country's top new comedy acts” by The York Press, Tadiwa Mahlunge has performed at, among others, the Latitude, Greenman, and Greenwich Comedy Festivals - alongside the biggest names in comedy - and has provided tour support for Kiri Pritchard-McLean and Jessica Fostekew, and TV warm up for Desiree Birch’s Amazon Prime special. Plus support from EMMA HUGHES fresh from supporting RUSSELL HOWARD in Bristol and up-and-coming rising star of the South West Comedy Circuit, ASHLEY JUMAR! Your MC and Host for the evening is Sam Michael ! Sam's audience interactions and compere skills have been described as "full of laughs and friendly patter" (Swindon Advertiser) which has lead him to supporting some of the biggest names in comedy, indluding Fiona Allen, Paul Foot, Dom Joly and Al Murray! Please Note: Those attending must be 18+ You must have a valid ticket to enter the show We do not accept large parties of stag dos or hen parties, apologies. We do not allow people to record any footage of the event on personal cameras or phones Some acts may be recording their own performances, however this will not include a front-facing recording of the crowd. Any behaviour we deem untoward or too disruptive to the show will return in being asked to leave. You are welcome to take photos, we will be taking some on the night for social media purposes. Show line-up may be subject to change if circumstances make it so, however audiences will be told about this ASAP. This event will have on-door staff/security for your own protection. Information Source: Wessex Comedy | eventbrite

The Swindon Old Town Comedy Club, now runs a SECOND monthly regular show at The Hop Inn (Devizes Road, Old Town) on the last monday of every month, showcasing 'work in progress' tour show previews and new material from some of the biggest names in UK Comedy! Our headliner for March is TADIWA MAHLUNGE! As seen on BBC 1, BBC 2, Dave, Comedy Central, UTV, Comic Relief and heard on BBC Radio 4, BBC Radio Wales, BBC Radio Northampton and BBC Sounds - Tadiwa Mahlunge has established himself as one of comedy’s hottest prospects. As such, he featured on the 2022 Pleasance Comedy Reserve at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival. Billed as “one of the country's top new comedy acts” by The York Press, Tadiwa Mahlunge has performed at, among others, the Latitude, Greenman, and Greenwich Comedy Festivals - alongside the biggest names in comedy - and has provided tour support for Kiri Pritchard-McLean and Jessica Fostekew, and TV warm up for Desiree Birch’s Amazon Prime special. Plus support from EMMA HUGHES fresh from supporting RUSSELL HOWARD in Bristol and up-and-coming rising star of the South West Comedy Circuit, ASHLEY JUMAR! Your MC and Host for the evening is Sam Michael! Sam's audience interactions and compere skills have been described as full of laughs and friendly patter (Swindon Advertiser) which has lead him to supporting some of the biggest names in comedy, indluding Fiona Allen, Paul Foot, Dom Joly and Al Murray! Please Note: Those attending must be 18+You must have a valid ticket to enter the showWe do not accept large parties of stag dos or hen parties, apologies.We do not allow people to record any footage of the event on personal cameras or phonesSome acts may be recording their own performances, however this will not include a front-facing recording of the crowd.Any behaviour we deem untoward or too disruptive to the show will return in being asked to leave.You are welcome to take photos, we will be taking some on the night for social media purposes.Show line-up may be subject to change if circumstances make it so, however audiences will be told about this ASAP.This event will have on-door staff/security for your own protection. Information Source: Wessex Comedy | eventbrite

We’re currently running a series of free accessible cycling sessions, and we’d love to invite you to take part! The sessions are open to all and provide a relaxed and supportive way to enjoy the benefits of cycling — no prior experience is necessary and a range of adapted bikes will be available. These sessions are primarily for those living with MS but more are welcome. This session is at Moredon Sporting Hub with British Cycling. What are Adapted Cycling Sessions? These sessions are an opportunity to engage in physical exercise by using a bikes suited to specific functional abilities. A range of accessible cycles will be available such as a hand bikes, tricycles and wheelchair bikes. Who are the cycling sessions for? They are open to anyone who would benefit from using an accessible bike, however our primary aim is outreach to those affected by MS. Whether in a MS Society or not, we want to make these sessions available for as many people as we can. Information Source: Bike the UK for MS | eventbrite

Explore Swindon Town v Milton Keynes Dons sporting information for 3rd May, as well as links for Football tickets and more with Fixture Calendar. Swindon Town Football Club, also known as The Robins, is a professional football team based in the town of Swindon, England. The club was founded in 1879 and currently competes in the English Football League One, the third tier of English football. Swindon Town has won three major trophies in its history, including the League Cup in 1969, the Football League Trophy in 1986 and the Anglo-Italian Cup in 1970. The club's home ground is the County Ground, with a capacity of over 15,000 spectators. Some notable players who have represented Swindon Town in the past include Glenn Hoddle, Charlie Austin and Jan Aage Fjortoft. The team is currently managed by former player and FA Cup winner, Richie Wellens. With a strong history and dedicated fan base, Swindon Town continues to strive for success in the competitive world of English football. Milton Keynes Dons Football Club is a professional team based in Buckinghamshire, England. Founded in 2004, the Dons currently play in League One, the third tier of English football. In their short history, they have already established themselves as a competitive force, winning the League Two title in 2008 and earning promotion to the Championship in 2015. The team's home ground is Stadium MK, a state-of-the-art facility with a capacity of over 30,000. Known for their attacking style of play, the Dons have a talented roster featuring experienced players like Dean Lewington and George Williams, as well as up-and-coming stars such as Conor McGrandles and David Kasumu. The team has also been recognized for their community initiatives, having been awarded the EFL Family Excellence Award multiple times. With a dedicated fan base and a bright future ahead, Milton Keynes Dons is a team to watch in the world of football. Information Source: fixturecalendar.com

Join us in the cozy comfort of our sofas for an unforgettable cinematic journey, and mark your calendars for our screenings of 'Small Things like These' on Thursday 8th of May. Presented by Create Studios in association with the Swindon Festival of Literature. An award-winning film based on the best-selling novel Small Things Like These by Claire Keegan, in which Oscar- winner Cillian Murphy delivers a stunning performance as devoted father Bill Furlong. While working to support his family, he discovers disturbing secrets kept by the local convent, where a supposed training school for girls is a place of cruelty. This forces Bill to confront his own past and the complicit silence of a small Irish town. This screening will be subtitled as part of our effort to offer more accessibility for our screenings! Details: Subtitled screening Date: Thursday 8th May 2025 Time: 7PM Venue: Create Studios, Swindon Runtime: 1hr 38m Limited availability – book now to secure your place! Information Source: Create Studios | eventbrite

Introducing... Swindon Wordsmiths, an evening of spoken word poetry and comedy organised by Swindon people, for Swindon people. Whether you want to get up and perform, or sit back and watch, Swindon Wordsmiths has something for all poetry and comedy lovers to enjoy. You'll find us at The Well at Abbey Meads Village Centre, North Swindon. Come join us for a night of spoken word, open mic, comedy and all-round great vibes. Line-up The first ever Swindon Wordsmiths is hosted by Abbie Doyle with performances from multi-slam winning poet, Rebecca Rocker, stand-up comedian, Sam Michael, and award winning spoken word poet and author, Dai Woolridge. Open-mic There are four open-mic slots (5 mins max.), which comedians and poets can sign-up for in advance by emailing hello@torncurtain.co.uk . Send us your contact details, social media link/s, and a brief bio. We'll confirm slots at least two weeks before the event. Open-mic performers do not need to buy tickets. Key information Date: Saturday 10th May 2025 Time: Doors open at 7pm for a 7.30pm start Venue: The Well, Abbey Meads Village Centre, Swindon, SN25 4YX Parking: Free at the venue Tickets: £4 online (plus Eventbrite transaction fee) or £7 on the door (cash and card taken) Drinks: Bring your own. We will provide the glasses. There is a Tesco Express at the Abbey Meads Village Centre. The heart behind it Swindon Wordsmiths is a safe space for comedians, storytellers and poets to share their stories with humour and heart. Many of the organising team are Christians, with a passion for encouraging creativity and conversation in the local community. The venue is a church, but Swindon Wordsmiths welcomes any/all expressions of faith. We want to: Create a supportive environment for creativity and connection. Be a non-judgmental place to share stories and spark conversation. Give people a great night out, offering an alternative to the narrative that Swindon is ‘one of the worst places to live in the UK'! Showcase comedy/poetry that is engaging, entertaining and accessible. Celebrate ordinary people and their extraordinary stories. Platform voices that uplift, inspire, encourage and challenge with care. Information Source: Torn Curtain | eventbrite

SATURDAY 10th MAY 2025 | THE DEANERY THEATRE - DEANERY CE ACADEMY - SWINDONBritish Kingdom Pro-Wrestling Live! at The Deanery Theatre in Swindon, England. Live Pro-Wrestling Mega Show comes to Swindon for an all action packed evening of family entertainment, featuring Superstars from all over the World. Location: The Deanery Theatre, The Deanery CE Academy, Peglars Way, Wichelstowe, Swindon, SN1 7DA Date: Saturday 10th May 2025 Event Times: Doors Open | 5:30pm Event Starts | 6:00pm Event Tickets: £15.00 | Gold Front Row £12.50 | Silver Second Row £10.00 | Adults General Admission £7.50 | Kids General Admission £30.00 | Family of 4 (2 x Adults | 2 x Kids) £40.00 | Family of 6 (2 x Adults | 4 x Kids) £50.00 | Front Row Family of 4 (2 x Adults | 2 x Kids) £45.00 | Second Row Family of 4 (2 x Adults | 2 x Kids) Birthday Party Package Deals £80.00 | Kids Party of 10 (Includes 2 x Adults) £120.00 | Kids Party of 15 (Includes 2 x Adults) *Free Parking at the Venue *Fully Licensed Bar on Site Merchandise and In Ring Photos Available to purchase Information Source: British Kingdom Pro-Wrestling | eventbrite

Introducing... Swindon Wordsmiths, an evening of spoken word poetry and comedy organised by Swindon people, for Swindon people. Whether you want to get up and perform, or sit back and watch, Swindon Wordsmiths has something for all poetry and comedy lovers to enjoy. You'll find us at The Well at Abbey Meads Village Centre, North Swindon. Come join us for a night of spoken word, open mic, comedy and all-round great vibes. Line-up The first ever Swindon Wordsmiths is hosted by Abbie Doyle with performances from multi-slam winning poet, Rebecca Rocker, stand-up comedian, Sam Michael, and award winning spoken word poet and author, Dai Woolridge. Open-mic There are four open-mic slots (5 mins max.), which comedians and poets can sign-up for in advance by emailing hello@torncurtain.co.uk. Send us your contact details, social media link/s, and a brief bio. We'll confirm slots at least two weeks before the event. Open-mic performers do not need to buy tickets. Key information Date: Saturday 10th May 2025 Time: Doors open at 7pm for a 7.30pm start Venue: The Well, Abbey Meads Village Centre, Swindon, SN25 4YX Parking: Free at the venue Tickets: £4 online (plus Eventbrite transaction fee) or £7 on the door (cash and card taken) Drinks: Bring your own. We will provide the glasses. There is a Tesco Express at the Abbey Meads Village Centre. The heart behind it Swindon Wordsmiths is a safe space for comedians, storytellers and poets to share their stories with humour and heart. Many of the organising team are Christians, with a passion for encouraging creativity and conversation in the local community. The venue is a church, but Swindon Wordsmiths welcomes any/all expressions of faith. We want to: Create a supportive environment for creativity and connection.Be a non-judgmental place to share stories and spark conversation.Give people a great night out, offering an alternative to the narrative that Swindon is ‘one of the worst places to live in the UK'!Showcase comedy/poetry that is engaging, entertaining and accessible.Celebrate ordinary people and their extraordinary stories.Platform voices that uplift, inspire, encourage and challenge with care. Information Source: Torn Curtain | eventbrite

The Swindon Old Town Comedy Club is proud to host the incredible GREG WINFIELD (BBC NEW COMEDY AWARDS FINALIST & MOCK THE WEEK WRITER) at The Hop Inn (Devizes Rd, Old Town) for the Swindon leg of his UK Tour, 'Whatever You Say' GREG WINFIELD: 'WHATEVER YOU SAY' - Get ready for an unpredictable, unflinching and unrepeatable night of comedy with Greg Winfield in Whatever You Say. This show is a masterclass of improvised moments of genius found on the roadside of a unique comedy journey. As you’ll see from his viral clips online - Greg is genuinely not able to take things seriously, especially very serious things. Discover the impact this has on his life, and find yourself laughing at things you tried really hard not too. Greg Winfield is a Stand-up comic, writer and actor living in Bristol, UK. He performs across the UK comedy circuit and has written for Mock the Week (BBC) and Roast Battle (Comedy Central). His online content has more than 40 million views across Instagram, TikTok, and Youtube. PLUS Support acts TBA Please Note: Those attending must be 18+You must have a valid ticket to enter the showWe do not accept large parties of stag dos or hen parties, apologies.We do not allow people to record any footage of the event on personal cameras or phonesSome acts may be recording their own performances, however this will not include a front-facing recording of the crowd.Any behaviour we deem untoward or too disruptive to the show will return in being asked to leave.You are welcome to take photos, we will be taking some on the night for social media purposes.Show line-up may be subject to change if circumstances make it so, however audiences will be told about this ASAP.This event will have on-door staff/security for your own protection. Information Source: Wessex Comedy | eventbrite

Join us in the cozy comfort of our sofas for an unforgettable cinematic journey, and mark your calendars for our screenings of 'The Penguin Lessons' on Thursday 15th of May. Starring Steve Coogan, The Penguin Lessons follows Tom, a teacher starting a new job in a Buenos Aires boarding school in 1976. His teaching is interrupted by the fraught political violence taking place in Argentina, and spurs on a holiday to Uruguay where his life is changed after reluctantly rescuing a penguin from the beach. Based on the memoir by Tom Michell, the film offers a touching story about an unexpected pair, with a surprisingly deep and political core. Exploring the social unrest at the time in Argentina, it demonstrates how important personal connection is for giving us voice and strength to fight political oppression. This screening will be subtitled as part of our effort to offer more accessibility for our screenings! Details: Subtitled screening Date: Thursday 15th May Time: 7PM Venue: Create Studios, Swindon Runtime: 1hr 50m Limited availability – book now to secure your place! Information Source: Create Studios | eventbrite

SCAM FENDER + SUBARCTIC MONKEYS + THE KOPYCAT KILLERS + OASIS 96 W ebsites - http://subarcticmonkeys.com - http://thekopycatkillers.com // http://scamfender.com // I nstagram - http://instagram.com/subarcticmonkeystribute // http://instagram.com/thekopycatkillerstribute // http://instagram.com/scamfender // http://instagram.com/oasis96tribute - ------ T YPICAL RUNNING ORDER/TIMINGS (please, PLEASE check instagram pages + your emails!! the night before for exact timings) S ub-Arctic Monkeys - Arctic Monkeys songs - 45 mins S cam Fender - Sam Fender songs - 45 mins T he Kopycat Killers - Killers songs - 60 mins - ---------- N.B - As per the videos below (please check them out) - this is T riple Tribute Show performed by the same musicians + Stuart Rook on vocals. They perform all of this music all over the UK as the individual, separate acts - which coming together for this special-length show. Information Source: Scam Fender | eventbrite

SCAM FENDER + SUBARCTIC MONKEYS + THE KOPYCAT KILLERS W ebsites - http://subarcticmonkeys.com - http://thekopycatkillers.com // http://scamfender.com // I nstagram - http://instagram.com/subarcticmonkeystribute // http://instagram.com/thekopycatkillerstribute // http://instagram.com/scamfender // - ------ T YPICAL RUNNING ORDER/TIMINGS (please, PLEASE check instagram pages + your emails!! the night before for exact timings) S ub-Arctic Monkeys - Arctic Monkeys songs - 45 mins S cam Fender - Sam Fender songs - 45 mins T he Kopycat Killers - Killers songs - 60 mins - ---------- N.B - As per the videos below (please check them out) - this is T riple Tribute Show performed by the same musicians + Stuart Rook on vocals. They perform all of this music all over the UK as the individual, separate acts - which coming together for this special-length show. Information Source: Scam Fender | eventbrite

THE KOPYCAT KILLERS + SCAM FENDER + SUBARCTIC MONKEYS + OASIS 96 14+ show (14-16s must be accompanied) Indiepalooza is an amazing touring indie-rock tribute festival featuring leading tributes to the Killers, Arctic Monkeys, Oasis and Sam Fender, all on night. This has sold out 1000 cap+ venues all over the country and in it’s 3rd year. The Kopycat Killers, Oasis 96, Scam Fender and Sub-Arctic Monkeys are some of the best tributes in the world, playing huge festivals both in the UK and abroad to thousands and thousands, now all coming together on this special touring festival show. 4 HOURS OF WALL TO WALL BANGERS ALL NIGHT!!! - Expect Mr Brightside, Don’t Look Back In Anger, Seventeen Going Under, I Bet That You Look Good On The Dancefloor, Hypersonic Missiles, Somebody Told Me, Wonderwall, Mardy Bum, Human, When You Were Young, Will We Talk?, Do I Wanna Know, Supersonic, All These Things That I’ve Done, She’s Electric, Why’d You Only Call Me When You’re High, Cigarettes and Alcohol, Read My Mind, Florescent Adolescent, Glamorous Indie Rock N Roll, R U Mine?, Smile Like You Mean It, Spit Of You, 505, Getting Started, Snap Out Of It, Some Might Say, People Watching and many more! Websites - http://thekopycatkillers.com // http://scamfender.com // http://subarcticmonkeys.com // Oasis 96 Instagram - http://instagram.com/thekopycatkillerstribute // http://instagram.com/scamfender // http://instagram.com/subarcticmonkeystribute // http://instagram.com/oasis96tribute -- Best tribute band I've ever seen, and I've photographed hundreds D.Cowley -- Scam Fender sound great to be fair, this is great - Greg James Radio One - 7.2.22 -- I've booked tribute in LA for years, this is the best of the best - Steve Ochs -- I've seen Killers 50 times in 9 countries, I was blown away by this tribute - V.Moran Hundreds more testimonials - http://thekopycatkillers.com/testimonials ------ TYPICAL RUNNING ORDER/TIMINGS (NOT ACTUAL TIMINGS JUST INDICATIVE please, PLEASE check instagram pages + your emails!! the night before for exact timings) 7pm Scam Fender 8pm Sub-Arctic Monkeys 9pm Oasis 96 10pm The Kopycat Killers - --------- N.B - As per the videos below (please check them out) - this is Tribute Show performed by the same musicians + Stuart Rook and Miguel Carling on vocals. Miguel Carling will perform the Oasis songs. All 4 acts perform all of this music all over the UK as the individual, separate acts - which coming together for this special-length Indiepalooza Show. Information Source: Indiepalooza | eventbrite

THE KOPYCAT KILLERS + SCAM FENDER + SUBARCTIC MONKEYS + OASIS 96 14+ show (14-16s must be accompanied) Indiepalooza is an amazing touring indie-rock tribute festival featuring leading tributes to the Killers, Arctic Monkeys, Oasis and Sam Fender, all on night. This has sold out 1000 cap+ venues all over the country and in it’s 3rd year. The Kopycat Killers, Oasis 96, Scam Fender and Sub-Arctic Monkeys are some of the best tributes in the world, playing huge festivals both in the UK and abroad to thousands and thousands, now all coming together on this special touring festival show. 4 HOURS OF WALL TO WALL BANGERS ALL NIGHT!!! - Expect Mr Brightside, Don’t Look Back In Anger, Seventeen Going Under, I Bet That You Look Good On The Dancefloor, Hypersonic Missiles, Somebody Told Me, Wonderwall, Mardy Bum, Human, When You Were Young, Will We Talk?, Do I Wanna Know, Supersonic, All These Things That I’ve Done, She’s Electric, Why’d You Only Call Me When You’re High, Cigarettes and Alcohol, Read My Mind, Florescent Adolescent, Glamorous Indie Rock N Roll, R U Mine?, Smile Like You Mean It, Spit Of You, 505, Getting Started, Snap Out Of It, Some Might Say, People Watching and many more! Websites - http://thekopycatkillers.com // http://scamfender.com // http://subarcticmonkeys.com // Oasis 96 Instagram - http://instagram.com/thekopycatkillerstribute // http://instagram.com/scamfender // http://instagram.com/subarcticmonkeystribute // http://instagram.com/oasis96tribute -- Best tribute band I've ever seen, and I've photographed hundreds D.Cowley -- Scam Fender sound great to be fair, this is great - Greg James Radio One - 7.2.22 -- I've booked tribute in LA for years, this is the best of the best - Steve Ochs -- I've seen Killers 50 times in 9 countries, I was blown away by this tribute - V.Moran Hundreds more testimonials - http://thekopycatkillers.com/testimonials ------ TYPICAL RUNNING ORDER/TIMINGS (NOT ACTUAL TIMINGS JUST INDICATIVE please, PLEASE check instagram pages + your emails!! the night before for exact timings) 7pm Scam Fender 8pm Sub-Arctic Monkeys 9pm Oasis 96 10pm The Kopycat Killers - --------- N.B - As per the videos below (please check them out) - this is Tribute Show performed by the same musicians + Stuart Rook and Miguel Carling on vocals. Miguel Carling will perform the Oasis songs. All 4 acts perform all of this music all over the UK as the individual, separate acts - which coming together for this special-length Indiepalooza Show. Information Source: Indiepalooza | eventbrite

Join us in the cozy comfort of our sofas for an unforgettable cinematic journey, and mark your calendars for our screenings of 'The Penguin Lessons' on Saturday 17th of May. Starring Steve Coogan, The Penguin Lessons follows Tom, a teacher starting a new job in a Buenos Aires boarding school in 1976. His teaching is interrupted by the fraught political violence taking place in Argentina, and spurs on a holiday to Uruguay where his life is changed after reluctantly rescuing a penguin from the beach. Based on the memoir by Tom Michell, the film offers a touching story about an unexpected pair, that has a surprisingly deep and political core. Exploring the social unrest at the time in Argentina, it demonstrates how important personal connection is for giving us voice and strength to fight political oppression. Details: Date: Saturday 17th May Time: 7PM Venue: Create Studios, Swindon Runtime: 1hr 50m Limited availability – book now to secure your place! Information Source: Create Studios | eventbrite

There are three levels which opens the event for all, whatever your fitness background, age or gender. Novice: Perfect for those starting their fitness journey or getting back into exercise. Light challenges designed to build confidence and keep you moving. Intermediate: For those who work out regularly and are ready to push themselves further. A mix of strength, endurance, and functional movements. Proficient: Ready for a serious challenge? This level is for seasoned fitness enthusiasts looking to test their limits. Information Source: The Longevity Games | eventbrite

There are three levels which opens the event for all, whatever your fitness background, age or gender. Novice: Perfect for those starting their fitness journey or getting back into exercise. Light challenges designed to build confidence and keep you moving. Intermediate: For those who work out regularly and are ready to push themselves further. A mix of strength, endurance, and functional movements. Proficient: Ready for a serious challenge? This level is for seasoned fitness enthusiasts looking to test their limits. Information Source: The Longevity Games | eventbrite

Join us in the cozy comfort of our sofas for an unforgettable cinematic journey, and mark your calendars for our screening of 'On Falling' on Thursday 22nd May. From the Producers of The Old Oak and I Daniel, Blake , Lauren Caerreira’s On Falling offers a deeply personal and impactful look at immigrant life in the United kingdom and mirrors Ken Loach’s socially conscious approach to cinema. Isolated and trapped in her flatshare in Edinburgh, Aurora is a Portuguese warehouse worker struggling to find direction and connection while working for a large corporation. Her desperation swells as her hopes of escaping her current situation slips more and more from her fingers, and she clings onto the brief but meaningful exchanges she has with her co-workers and flatmates. On Falling won the Sutherland prize for best feature at the 2024 BFI London Film Festival, as well as screening at the 2024 Toronto International Film Festival. This screening will be subtitled as part of our effort to offer more accessibility for our screenings! Details: Subtitled screening Date: Thursday 22nd May Time: 7PM Venue: Create Studios, Swindon Runtime: 1hr 45m Limited availability – book now to secure your place! Information Source: Create Studios | eventbrite

Welcome to the Tina Turner Tribute Night! Get ready to dance the night away as we pay homage to the legendary Queen of Rock and Roll. Join us on Friday May 23rd, 2025 at 7:00 PM, at the DoubleTree by Hilton Swindon for a night filled with electrifying performances and classic hits. Let's celebrate the music and legacy of Tina Turner together finishing the night with our local Swindon DJ! Don't miss out on this unforgettable event! Take advantage of our Early Booker Promotion, available until 18th April 2025. Enjoy 20% off your first house drink (exclusions apply), along with a Tribute Act performance and a local DJ. Please note, tickets purchased after this date will revert to general admission and will not include the 20% beverage promotion. Information Source: DoubleTree by Hilton Swindon | eventbrite

Welcome to the Tina Turner Tribute Night! Get ready to dance the night away as we pay homage to the legendary Queen of Rock and Roll. Join us on Friday May 23rd, 2025 at 7:00 PM, at the DoubleTree by Hilton Swindon for a night filled with electrifying performances and classic hits. Let's celebrate the music and legacy of Tina Turner together finishing the night with our local Swindon DJ! Don't miss out on this unforgettable event! Take advantage of our Early Booker Promotion, available until 18th April 2025. Enjoy 20% off your first house drink (exclusions apply), along with a Tribute Act performance and a local DJ. Please note, tickets purchased after this date will revert to general admission and will not include the 20% beverage promotion. Information Source: DoubleTree by Hilton Swindon | eventbrite

Join us in the cozy comfort of our sofas for an unforgettable cinematic journey, and mark your calendars for our screening of 'On Falling' on Saturday 24th May. From the Producers of The Old Oak and I Daniel, Blake , Lauren Caerreira’s On Falling offers a deeply personal and impactful look at immigrant life in the United kingdom and mirrors Ken Loach’s socially conscious approach to cinema. Isolated and trapped in her flatshare in Edinburgh, Aurora is a Portuguese warehouse worker struggling to find direction and connection while working for a large corporation. Her desperation swells as her hopes of escaping her current situation slips more and more from her fingers, and she clings onto the brief but meaningful exchanges she has with her co-workers and flatmates. On Falling won the Sutherland prize for best feature at the 2024 BFI London Film Festival, as well as screening at the 2024 Toronto International Film Festival. Details: Date: Saturday 24th May Time: 7PM Venue: Create Studios, Swindon Runtime: 1hr 45m Limited availability – book now to secure your place! Information Source: Create Studios | eventbrite

Join us in the cozy comfort of our sofas for an unforgettable cinematic journey, and mark your calendars for our screening of Spirited Away on Thursday 29th of May. We are delighted to be showing Hayao Miyazaki’s animation, Spirited Away , at Sofa Screenings this week! Spirited Away follows Chirhiro, a ten year old girl who loses her parents in an abandoned amusement park after they are turned into pigs. To save them and turn them back into humans, Chirhiro must work in a grand and lavish bath house inhabited by mysterious monsters and spirits. An animated masterpiece that offers a mystical tale of self discovery and a marvelously rich and cinematic experience. Details: Subtitled screening with original Japanese voice actors Date: Thursday 29th May, 2025 Time: 7PM Venue: Create Studios, Swindon Runtime: 2hr 5m Limited availability – book now to secure your place! Information Source: Create Studios | eventbrite

Join us in the cozy comfort of our sofas for an unforgettable cinematic journey, and mark your calendars for our screening of Spirited Away on Saturday 31st of May. We are delighted to be showing Hayao Miyazaki’s animation, Spirited Away , at Sofa Screenings this week! Spirited Away follows Chirhiro, a ten year old girl who loses her parents in an abandoned amusement park after they are turned into pigs. To save them and turn them back into humans, Chirhiro must work in a grand and lavish bath house inhabited by mysterious monsters and spirits. An animated masterpiece that offers a mystical tale of self discovery and a marvelously rich and cinematic experience. Details: Subtitled screening with original Japanese voice actors. Date: Saturday 31st May, 2025 Time: 7PM Venue: Create Studios, Swindon Runtime: 2hr 5m Limited availability – book now to secure your place! Information Source: Create Studios | eventbrite

The Swindon Old Town Comedy Club Returns to the Christ Church Community Centre on Friday June 27 for another packed-out night of laughter headlined by ABI CLARKE! As seen on COMEDY CENTRAL LIVE (Comedy Central COMIC RELIEF, THE EMILY ATTACK SHOW (ITV) BEYOND PARADISE (BBC ONE) THE APPRENTICE: YOU'RE FIRED! (BBC Two) and as heard on the infamous WAGATHA CHRISTIE PODCAST (BBC SOUNDS) Abi Clarke is a stand-up comedian, actor and presenter who has achieved remarkable success across her social media platforms, amassing two million followers across Instagram, TikTok and YouTube for her hilarious sketches and instantly relatable content. One of the top comedy stars of the internet - The Independent Support Acts TBA... MC & Host: Sam Michael - A local comedian who's been Support Act for the likes of Al Murray, Dom Joly and Fiona Allen. Please Note: We do not accept large parties of stag dos or hen parties, apologies.You must be 18+ to attend or 16+ with an adultYou must have a valid ticket to attend this eventWe do not allow people to record any footage of the event on personal cameras or phonesSome acts may be recording their own performances, however this will not include a front-facing recording of the crowd.Any behaviour we deem untoward or too disruptive to the show will return in being asked to leave.You are welcome to take photos, we will be taking some on the night for social media purposes.This event will have on-door staff/security for your own protection. Information Source: Wessex Comedy | eventbrite

Its here... VMXDN Foxhill 2025!21st - 24th AugustThe MOST widely talked about MX race of the year! VMXdN Foxhill (Vets Motocross des Nations) is a nostalgic and incredibly popular international race weekend using ‘vintage’ 1990's and 2000's era two stroke machines. The International VMXdN Team race is a firm favourite with the fans, which sees former pro riders compete from all over the world. Keep your eyes peeled as we have many new and returning international riders to be announced! Plus the return of ‘The National Team Race’. Teams will represent the crème de la crème of the British MX scene alongside some fan favourites from further afield. The National Team Race really is a who's who of the motocross scene, both past and present, all doing battle on 20-year-old two strokes! It will be something to see and provide a fantastic addition to the schedule of 8 further races with riders aged from 16 through to 60’s! Thursday 21st The weekend starts with gates open from 12pm GMT on Thursday 21st August for weekend campers! Trade village open for all your MX Merch, including all things MX from cleaning products to holidays, race gear to tyres and everything in between! Friday 22nd Scrutineering from 9am - 5pm 1pm Bike Show & Shine in the entertainment arena, hosted by Callum Swan. Followed by a prize giving ceremony! Music and live podcasts at the arena Friday evening! Saturday 23rd Full days racing including practice Rider Interviews with Roger Warren, followed by entertainment Saturday evening at the arena Sunday 24th Full days racing including lunchtime VIP rider parade lap, followed by podium prize giving after the last race. We look forward to welcoming you to the event in August Dont forget to follow this event via eventbrite for emails and updates, and check us out on social media @vmxdnfoxhill Book your tickets now - see tickets for full details (please note the number of camping passes ARE capped for 2025 so book now to avoid disappointment) TICKETS WILL ALSO BE AVAILABLE AT THE GATE FROM 12 NOON THURSDAY 21st AUGUST (camping subject to availability) NOTICE - Warning to the public. Motor sport can be dangerous, despite organisers taking all reasonable precautions, unavoidable incidents can happen. Please comply with all instructions of marshal notices and remain in permitted areas only. They are concerned with your safety. Information Source: VMXDN Foxhill Ltd | eventbrite

Join local comic Sam Michael for a comedy night with a scientific twist at the Festival of Tomorrow. Taking place on February 15, 2024, at the Cultural Heritage Institute in Swindon, this event promises an evening of laughter and intellect. Headlining the show is Robin Ince, famous for his role on BBC Radio 4's Infinite Monkey Cage. Known for his wit and deep understanding of science, Ince is a legend in the stand-up comedy circuit. He will be joined by two up-and-coming acts, Jon Matthews and Matt Hobs. Matthews incorporates his knowledge of science and chemistry into his jokes, while Hobs is obsessed with the moon and the untold stories of the Apollo missions. Hosting the event is local comic Sam Michael, who holds a GCSE Science E certificate. The show will kick off at 8 PM, with doors opening at 7.30 PM. Please note that this event is for ages 18 and above, and it may contain strong language and adult themes. Don't miss out on this unique comedy night that combines entertainment and science. Tickets range from £0 to £9.38 and can be purchased at the Cultural Heritage Institute in Swindon.

Yes sir, you can boogie! Calling all Disco Kings and Queens, Soul Brothers and Sisters and Funk Aficionados! Welcome to Boogie Days Daytime Disco! Get ready to strut your funky stuff on Sat 29th March at Kioki, Swindon. Join us from 3:00 til 7.00 PM for feel-good music, cool vibes, amazing cocktails and plenty of boogieing. Exclusively for Disco Kings and Queens over 40. Don't miss out on this opportunity to join the soul train with friends and fellow Disco Divas. See you on the dance floor! Information Source: Boogie Days Disco | eventbrite

Swindon Storm American Football Club is excited to announce our upcoming taster sessions, designed for athletes of all ages and fitness levels. Whether you've always wanted to try American Football or are simply looking to improve your fitness, we invite you to join our U16, U19, Women's, and Adult teams. Our sessions are open to everyone, with no experience or knowledge required. We take pride in developing new players and providing a supportive environment for growth in the sport. For those interested in contact sessions, we offer Mixed Under 16 (ages 13+), Mixed Under 19 (ages 16+), Women's (ages 16+), and Adult (ages 18+) teams. If you prefer non-contact activities, we also offer taster sessions to get a feel for the sport. All you need to bring is your sports kit, suitable footwear for outdoor grass training, and your own water bottle. Our activities are thoroughly risk assessed, and our staff are fully insured, DBS checked, and qualified through BAFA. We are thrilled to meet you at our taster sessions, which will be held at Southbrook Playing Fields on Saturday, November 11th at 10:30 am and Sunday, November 26th at 1:30 pm. The address for the venue is Pinehurst Road, Swindon, SN2 1RH. Parking is available on site. Don't miss this opportunity to discover American Football and join the Swindon Storm American Football Club. Admission is free, so mark your calendars and come along to explore a new and exciting sport.