🎤Open Mic Night at The Ferret🎤

1st Tuesday of EVERY month, with host: Jamie Brewer!

📅 Tuesday, 3rd March 2026
🚪 Doors Open at 7 PM
📍 The Ferret, Preston
🎟 FREE ENTRY

Join us as we welcome local bands and musicians to The Ferret stage to showcase fresh new material and hidden gems. Expect an exciting mix of emerging talent and seasoned performers, alongside our wonderful host Jamie Brewer!

🕖 Open Mic Slots from 7PM
All performers are welcome - Arrive early to secure your spot! Bring your acoustic or electric guitars, backing tracks, keyboards, or whatever you need to show us what you’ve got.

🎶 Basic Backline Provided
We’ve got a drumkit, bass amp, and guitar amp ready for you. Drummers, please bring your breakables. For specific requirements, just get in touch beforehand.

💡 First-Come, First-Served Slots
Make sure to arrive early to grab your moment in the spotlight!

Don’t miss this chance to be part of another amazing year of live music at The Ferret!

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📅 Tuesday, 3rd March 2026
🚪 Doors Open at 7 PM
📍 The Ferret, Preston
🎟 FREE ENTRY

The Ferret presents:

Blitzkrieg (UK82 Hardcore Punk)

+ guests: Pre-Empted + MRI

Sun 1st March
The Ferret, Preston

£7 advance tickets // More on the door

Formed in Southport in 1979, Blitzkrieg are bona fide UK punk rock legends - forged in the first wave and still raising hell decades later. A vital force in the birth of British hardcore, they delivered raw, no-frills aggression at breakneck speed, earning a fierce underground following. Despite the incendiary name, Blitzkrieg have always held a firmly anti-Nazi stance. Fast, loud and unapologetic, they remain a relentless reminder that real punk doesn't slow down.

Support from:

Pre-Empted -

A fiery three-piece punk/grunge outfit from Darwen, known for their raw, energetic live shows and youthful DIY spirit on the NW music scene.

MRI -

MRI hail from Liverpool. They produce a loud shouty noise that some people have confused with music and even called it Punk or Metal or Psych.

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Blitzkrieg (UK82 Hardcore Punk)

Pre-Empted

MRI

Sun 1st March

The Ferret, Preston

£7 advance tickets // More on the door

Tickets: https://theferret.live/listings/blitzkrieg

Ages 14+ (under 18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult).
Accessible ground-floor venue & facilities.
Dog-friendly venue.

The Ferret presents:

EL DA SENSEI (ARTIFACTS)

+ MR LEN (COMPANY FLOW)

+ Mikey D.O.N.

+ Seek The Northerner + Lomax + Kippax

+ Marx

Sat 28th Feb 2026

The Ferret, Preston

Doors 7pm

Advance tickets £16.50 - skiddle.com/e/41954319

Certified Hip Hop Royalty at The Ferret once again! Members of two of hiphop's most beloved underground groups join forces as the last surviving member of the legendary group Artifacts, El Da Sensei teams up with Mr Len (Company Flow) to rock stages across Europe.

Pioneers of East Coast rap in the 90s, Artifacts are celebrated for their crunching beats, iconic horn loops, sharp lyricism & classic boom bap anthems.

Tracks like ‘Wrong Side of Da Tracks’ and ‘C’mon Wit Da Git Down’ cemented their legacy—one that continues to resonate across generations. Their charting records captured the raw energy of New Jersey’s thriving hip-hop scene.

Collaborating with legends like Mos Def and KRS-One, El Da Sensei continues to carry the torch for East Coast hip hop culture with his unmatched stage presence and golden-era flow.

Despite the unfortunate passing of DJ Kaos in 2019, and Tame One in 2022, El Da Sensei remains resolute in keeping the Artifacts' legacy alive, with support from Mr Len of Company Flow…

Mr. Len: Founding member of Company Flow, one of the most innovative underground hip hop groups of all time. Mr. Len helped redefine the sound of the late ’90s with raw beats, experimental cuts, and uncompromising independence. His DJ sets and live performances remain as groundbreaking as ever.

This one is for the head boppers and underground rap lovers - relive some of hip-hop’s greatest moments this Feb, only at The Ferret.

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Mikey D.O.N:

A real legend in the music scene, Mikey started his career at a very early age – after getting his first turntable in 1975. Late 1986 saw Mikey, along with his older brother and close family friend, start a rap group called KRISPY 3. The group’s first-ever appearance was on Steve Barker’s legendary ‘On The Wire’ radio show on Radio Lancashire on Sunday January 10th 1987. Krispy 3 were one of the first Hip Hop acts out of the UK to do BBC Radio 1 Sessions for John Peel, and also Steve Lamacq & Jo Whiley. Krispy 3 also made history by being one of the first UK hip hop acts to get heavy rotation on’ Yo! MTV Raps’ – resulting in Mikey now being humbly known as a UK Hip Hop Pioneer. 

The honour and respect Mikey’s gained over the decades has lead him to DJing and performing at countless shows ranging from the likes Lee Scratch Perry, Bunny Wailer, David Rodigan, Maxi Priest, Marcia Griffiths, Gregory Isaacs, etc, to Hip Hop acts Big Daddy Kane, EPMD, Biz Markie, Slum Village, Ali Shaheed Mohammed (ATCQ), Pete Rock & CL Smooth, Roots Manuva, Gangstarr, Ultra Magnetic MC’s, etc, funk groups like Roy Ayers, Breakestra, Brand New Heavies, to D&B/Junglist legends Nicky Blackmarket, Aries, DJ Hype, etc, and playing many club nights and venues such as Fabric, Eat Your Greens, Hit & Run, D*Percussion & Club Asylum (Jamaica) to name but a few. The same goes for Festivals such as BoomTown, SolFest, BeatHerder, Latitude, Boom Bap, Kendal Calling, etc – the list goes on and on. 

with guest North West MCs:
Seek The Northerner + Lomax with DJ Kippax. 

Plus the incredible MARX from Hull!

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The Ferret presents:

EL DA SENSEI (ARTIFACTS)

+ MR LEN (COMPANY FLOW)

+ Mikey D.O.N.

+ Seek The Northerner + Lomax + Kippax

+ Marx

Sat 28th Feb 2026

The Ferret, Preston

Doors 7pm

Advance tickets £16.50 - skiddle.com/e/41954319

Ages 14+ (under 18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult).

Accessible ground-floor venue & facilities.

Dog-friendly venue.

Madhouse Promotions Presents:

The hara

The Hara are coming back to Preston as part of The Fallout Tour!

Friday, 27th February 2026

The Ferret, Preston

Doors 7PM

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TICKETS HERE: http://skiddle.com/e/41496496

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Explosive, unpredictable, and unapologetically original. THE HARA are one of the UK's most exciting rock acts, known for their high-octane live shows and genre-defying sound. Hailing from Manchester, the trio - frontman Josh Taylor, guitarist Zack Breen, and drummer Jack Kennedy - blend elements of alt rock, punk, pop, and electronic energy to create a sound that’s uniquely their own: a cinematic Rock/NRG fusion that’s as intense as it is addictive.

Since forming, THE HARA have built a fiercely loyal fanbase and earned a reputation for electrifying festival performances, including standout sets at Reading & Leeds, Download, TRNSMT, and the main stage at Isle of Wight Festival. Their raw intensity and theatrical stage presence have cemented them as a must-see live band, with Kerrang! hailing them as “future festival headliners in the making.”

With a string of acclaimed EPs, viral singles, and a rapidly growing global following, THE HARA aren’t just making noise, they’re making a movement. The Fallout Tour marks a thrilling new chapter, showcasing their biggest, boldest, and most ambitious sound yet.

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The Hara

The Ferret, Preston

Friday, 27th February 2026

Tickets: http://skiddle.com/e/41496496

Ages 14+ (under 18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult)

Accessible ground-floor venue and facilities.

Dog-friendly venue.

Horsemeat + Chimps Of The Future + Double Yellows

Thursday 26th Feb ‘26

The Ferret, Preston

Doors 7PM

FREE ENTRY!

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HORSEMEAT:

Conceived under the apocalyptic glow of 2018’s dying winter sunlight, Horsemeat is the product of three men's desire to satiate their passion for 80s metal and 90s grunge in a safe and supportive environment. Whilst you could say Horsemeat is music for carnivores, it can be equally enjoyed by listeners of all dietary persuasions.

CHIMPS OF THE FUTURE

are a gang of Lancastrian discordians aiming to bring wonderment into your dreary little lives. Hail Eris! Hail Discordia!

DOUBLE YELLOWS:

Rock and roll with attitude. A Rock Power Trio from the northwest, with a common goal, conquer the planet and bring rock back into the mainstream. Gaining momentum, generating a genuine buzz and soon to be releasing their new EP, (produced by John Kettle - Lathums, Rianne Downey).

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Horsemeat + Chimps Of The Future + Double Yellows

Thursday 26th Feb 2026

The Ferret, Preston

Doors 7PM

FREE ENTRY!

Ages 14+ (under 18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult)

Accessible ground-floor venue and facilities.

Dog-friendly venue.

THE FERRET electronic music OPEN MIC

Tuesday, 24th February ‘26

The Ferret | Preston

Doors 7PM

FREE ENTRY!

Preston's Electronic Music Open Mic (EMOM) returns to The Ferret this Tuesday, 24th February.

Slots are up to 20 minutes. Some pre-booked slots have gone but we do have a few left - so email emompreston@gmail.com to grab one. Additional walk-in slots will be available on the night. First come first served.

This is an open stage night for electronic and experimental musicians, aimed at giving local artists a supportive space in which to play live and experiment. Open to all forms of electronic/experimental music including: ambient, chiptune, drone, drum & bass, dub, electronica, electropop, experimental hip-hop, field recordings, glitch, house, industrial, looping, noise, soundscape, synthwave, techno, trance & more!

Get out of your home studio or bedroom, and come out to a fun, supportive night with other enthusiastic tech heads, dabblers and music fans. You don’t need to be an established artist with a full repertoire. This is for anyone who wants to try their hand at playing live in a safe, motivating environment.

Computers, digital boxes, DJ controllers, drum machines, gadgets, groove boxes, keyboard synths, loop stations, modular synths, phone apps, samplers, sequencers… and everything in between. All welcome!

Come out and meet other music makers, producers and creative types from all walks of music making. There should be plenty of time to talk gear, production techniques and a whole range of inspiring ideas.

The event will run from roughly 7pm-11.00pm with wiggle room depending on interest.

Slots are up to 20 minutes. Some pre-booked slots have gone but we do have a few left - so email emompreston@gmail.com to grab one. Additional walk-in slots will be available on the night. First come first served.

Take to The Ferret stage with full live-music PA & sound engineer. We will have a table for you to setup on, and another one to the side, for the next performer to prep their gear. In order for the event to run smoothly, we ask that you prepare a mono or stereo mix of your setup before handing your outputs over to us; we will not be able to mix your outputs for you in the given time. Vocal mics & mic stands available.

Sorry - no acoustic guitars – unless they are being used to generate soundscapes or some other style of music in keeping with the night (e.g. through pedals, FX units etc.)

Additionally, feel free to bring a USB stick containing visuals you'd like to be projected during your set.

Entrance is FREE for both performers and spectators, so gather your friends and fellow electronic music enthusiasts to join us for an incredible night of creativity and musical exploration!

The Ferret, Preston
Tuesday, 24th February
7pm - 11pm
Free Entry

All ages welcome (under 18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult).
Accessible ground floor venue & facilities.
Dog friendly venue.

Slots are up to 20 minutes. Some pre-booked slots have gone but we do have a few left - so email emompreston@gmail.com to grab one. Additional walk-in slots will be available on the night. First come first served.

The Outers + Strata

Sunday 22nd Feb ‘26

The Ferret, Preston

Doors 7PM

FREE ENTRY!

The Outers are a London based indie rock band. Their songs are characterised by a distinctive, up-tempo rhythm section supporting catchy guitar and vocal melodies. "We try to incorporate the vintage sound and subtle melodies of British pop, and the depth of Post Punk with the edge of electro pop to add a bit of a dance groove.”

The Outers manage to find their style after mixing their influences such as the Arctic Monkeys, Metric, Grimes, Temples, Editors, Chvrches, The Strokes, The Killers, Suede, Coldplay, Blondie and The Cure.

STRATA bring driving indie / rock n roll / post punk from Blackpool — melodic riffs, punchy basslines and a raw British edge built for sweaty rooms.

The Outers + Strata

The Ferret, Preston

Sunday 22nd Feb 2026

Doors 7PM

FREE ENTRY!

Ages 14+ (under 18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult)

Accessible ground-floor venue and facilities.

Dog-friendly venue.

Blackballed + Soldato + Deadcast

Saturday 21st Feb ‘26

The Ferret, Preston

Doors 7PM

FREE ENTRY!

Picture a desert crossroads: engines roaring, amps blazing, dust in the air. Hard-hitting rock riffs collide with filthy blues grooves and psychedelic soul. That’s the sound of Blackballed.

Formed in 2012 by brothers Marshall Gill (guitar/vocals) and Leon Gill (drums/vocals), later joined by bassist Tom Wibberley, the band quickly built a reputation for explosive live shows. 

Drawing on years of touring experience across Europe, Australia, Brazil and the USA, Blackballed forged a raw, powerful sound that led to acclaimed releases including Collosus and Fultons Point.

Now fronted by drummer Alex Whitehead, the reinvented trio continue to tear through stages worldwide, delivering razor-sharp musicianship and unstoppable energy.

In an anodyne world, Blackballed are fresh blood.

Soldato is a gritty hard rock originals band formed in 2016 in Preston, UK. Known for their rhythmic heavy beats, dirty guitar riffs, and a raw, punchy rock-and-roll energy, the group quickly carved out a reputation on the UK live circuit with headlining shows and festival appearances within their first year of forming.

The four-piece lineup blends seasoned musicians from diverse musical backgrounds, each bringing individual influences that fuel the band’s dynamic sound. Their music delivers catchy hooks with an edgy, unpolished feel that sits squarely in the hard rock tradition while maintaining a modern punch. 

Deadcast are a hard-hitting alternative rock band built on raw energy, driving riffs, and an uncompromising live sound. Emerging from the local underground scene, the band has quickly developed a reputation for powerful performances and a no-nonsense approach to modern rock music.

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Blackballed + Soldato + Deadcast

Saturday 21st Feb 2026

The Ferret, Preston

Doors 7PM

FREE ENTRY!

Ages 14+ (under 18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult)

Accessible ground-floor venue and facilities.

Dog-friendly venue.

Divorce Finance + Doctor Doctor

Thursday 19th Feb ‘26

The Ferret, Preston

Doors 7PM

FREE ENTRY

Divorce Finance are a Leeds five-piece operating in that grimy space where punk meets psychobilly sleaze, with just enough rusty guitar twang to make things feel uncomfortably confrontational.

Doctor Doctor are London’s finest medicinal garage rock band... dark thumping freakbeat with an unvarnished swagger.

dull. - Lancaster’s post-punk and experimental noise duo, laying down motorik drums and fuzzy bass grooves. Their approach leans into tension and juxtaposition rather than tidy hooks. Fiery urgency wrapped in deliberate simplicity.

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Divorce Finance + Doctor Doctor + dull.

The Ferret, Preston

Thursday 19th Feb 2026

Doors 7PM

FREE ENTRY!

Ages 14+ (under 18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult)

Accessible ground-floor venue and facilities.

Dog-friendly venue.

“Make The Ferret Mad Again” -  Stand Up Comedy in the Heart of Preston! 🤣🎤

If music be the food of love, then stop that bloody racket - we're trying to have a laugh here! That's right folks: love is a lie, Epstein didn't kill himself and the female orgasm is a myth.

And on that bombshell it's only right that I tell you that Make the Ferret Mad Again is back with another sexual event of a new act comedy night at that isn't as wet patch of Preston, with a lineup to make you go, "Is it better if I go clockwise?" This month we have another amazing line-up that looks something like this!

Fil Milton MC
Jimmy Shirley
John Stannard
El Purnell
Darren Hawes
Tommy North
Lilly Crowholes
Francine Carlyle
Adam Hughes

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MTFMA: A monthly comedy night for Preston, and we’ve got the privilege of hosting the laughs at our gaff.

Curated by Fil Milton and featuring guest hosts each month, Make The Ferret Mad Again will land at The Ferret every 3rd Tuesday of each month.

These hilarious nights are FREE ENTRY and the laughs will kick off from 7:30pm (doors at 7pm).
Come and enjoy some Ferret funnies, and Make The Ferret Mad Again!

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Tuesday 17th February 2026
Free entry
7pm Doors / 7:30pm Showtime
Every 3rd Tuesday of the month

Dreadnought & Monvrchs & FMA+12 Gage

Sunday 15th Feb 2026

The Ferret, Preston

Doors 7pm

Advance tickets £6 - skiddle.com/e/41994005

A night of boundary-pushing heavy music lands in the North West as three genre-defying acts collide for an intense, high-energy live show.

DREADNOUGHT - A self produced north west artist/producer, seamlessly blending a mix of modern metal, grime/rap, electronic/industrial and punk into a cinematic soundscape.

The project began in 2016 by founding member Brandon Donohue. However, was put on hold to focus on his former band No Gods No Masters and working on his production skills along side both FMA + 12 Gage and the Neurodivergent Crew. Brandon, though, felt it was best to pursue his own creative vision and brushed the dust off dreadnought to give it 110%.

He now works as a full time producer and in 2025 dropped his first project/album ‘Fatal Flaw’ followed by a tour across Turkey. He is set to release both an EP and the follow up album by 2026 as well as growing his YouTube channel to explore the world of YouTube producers and song creation.

MONVRCHS - Blending crushing riffs, atmospheric melodies, and raw emotion, MONVRCHS draw inspiration from heavyweights like Polaris, While She Sleeps, Currents, Architects, Alpha Wolf, and Thrown. Their sound delivers a relentless mix of aggression and introspection, combining intricate guitar work, pounding drums, and intense vocals that capture both fury and vulnerability. With a passion for pushing boundaries, MONVRCHS aims to stand out, carving their own space in the modern Metalcore scene.

FMA + 12 GAGE - An explosive father-son rap-metal duo with rapid-fire delivery, thought-provoking lyricism and genre-bending beats. Known for their chemistry and high-energy performances, they blend heavy instrumentals with sharp storytelling.

Dreadnought & Monvrchs & FMA+12 Gage

Sunday 15th Feb 2026

The Ferret, Preston

Doors 7pm

Advance tickets £6 

Ages 14+ (under 18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult).

Accessible ground-floor venue & facilities.

Dog-friendly venue.

The Ferret & Madhouse Promotions Presents:

96 Bitter Beings

ft. Deron Miller of CKY

+ guests: TRENCHES

Saturday, 14th February 2026

The Ferret, Preston

Doors 7PM

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TICKETS HERE: www.skiddle.com/e/41589885

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Founded in 2016 by former CKY frontman Deron Miller & named after CKY’s cult classic “96 Quite Bitter Beings,” the band carries Miller’s signature mix of heavy riffs and progressive melodies into a new era.

Their crowdfunded debut Camp Pain (2018) set the foundation, followed by Synergy Restored (2022) on Nuclear Blast, which expanded their sound with greater intensity and groove. In 2023, the band hit the road for the Infiltrate•Destroy•Rebuild Tour, performing CKY’s 2002 album in full alongside 96BB originals. The momentum continued with Return to Hellview (2024), a reimagined collection of CKY favorites with updated production. Most recently, in July 2025, the band released 96 Quite Bitter Beings 2025 through Distant Recordings—a new version of the track that gave the group its name—featuring Miller with Cameron Dewald (bass), Tuomas Vuorio (drums), and Matt Sheehan (synths).

With each release, 96 Bitter Beings has built a catalog that bridges past and present, balancing nostalgia with new creative drive. Their music continues to resonate with longtime CKY fans while carving out a distinct identity of its own.

Today, the lineup consists of Deron Miller, Cameron Dewald, Tyler Sturgill and Tuomas Vuorio.

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96 Bitter Beings

ft. Deron Miller of CKY

+ guests: TRENCHES

Saturday, 14th February 2026

The Ferret, Preston

Doors 7PM

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TICKETS HERE: www.skiddle.com/e/41589885

Empire Events Presents:

Morton Betts + The Juice + storm Kerb

Friday 13th March 2026

The Ferret, Preston

Doors 7pm

Advance tickets £8 - skiddle.com/whats-on/Preston/The-Ferret/Morton-Betts-at-The-Ferret/41907228/

Championed by BBC Introducing Lancashire throughout 2025, Lancaster’s @mortonbettsband are raw, raucous, and refreshingly unfiltered. 

At the core are Jack Taylor and Niall Graham, the songwriting engine behind the band’s genre-scrambling sound, bolstered live by Liam Santon’s thunderous drums and Joe Lewis’ groove-soaked basslines. Blending the grit of punk, the swagger of rock 'n' roll, and a touch of progressive edge, Morton Betts are loud, bold, and exactly the kind of band you'd write home about — if your letter didn't get soaked in beer first.

With The Juice - five northern lads, dishing out scally rock with a sweet pop sheen, and Storm Kerb, a Preston based post-rock outfit.

Morton Betts + The Juice + Storm Kerb

Friday 13th Feb 2026

The Ferret, Preston

Doors 7pm

Advance tickets £8 

Ages 14+ (under 18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult).

Accessible ground-floor venue & facilities.

Dog-friendly venue.

Rusty Apper & The Lonestar Rivals + Phil Ireland

Thursday 12th Feb ‘26

The Ferret, Preston

Doors 7PM

FREE ENTRY!

Rusty Apper & The Lonestar Rivals - 

New wave of Classic Rock… As seen on BBC, Sky, Cavern Club, 100 Club London.

Americana Blues Rock and more. For fans of Deep Purple, ZZ Top, Hendrix ect. Rusty Apper has been touring for nearly 20 years, and worked with bands like Dr Feelgood, Proclaimers, Slade, James McCartney (Pauls son) and many more!

Phil Ireland - 

Songs for the hopeful, sung by your mate up North. Phil Ireland is a British singer-songwriter and recording artist known for blending pop, rock, and soulful melodies with thoughtful lyrics and polished production. As an independent solo artist, his work reflects more than a decade of musical evolution, taking inspiration from classic rock structures but with an innovative, genre-fluid approach.

Rusty Apper & The Lonestar Rivals + Phil Ireland

Thursday 12th Feb 2026

The Ferret, Preston

Doors 7PM

FREE ENTRY!

Ages 14+ (under 18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult)

Accessible ground-floor venue and facilities.

Dog-friendly venue.

Preston DJ Social IS BACK FOR 2026!

Our first hang out of 2026 is at The Ferret 3PM - 7PM Sunday the 8th of February with @ourhouseyourhouse. The winter equinox out the way, were gently rolling into the new year. Looking forward to seeing new and old faces, hearing what youve been up and if you have any plans for the coming year. Watching the community grow last year was amazing, so heres to more support and more friends in 2026.

Open deck sign-up is on the day, new comers and friends welcome. Sets are 15 minutes (were more of a social than an open deck), play what you love and what makes you happy. We use AlphaTheta 3000Xs so please update your Rekordbox (6.8.2 or higher) and sync your librarys. On top of the usual set up we’ve have an AlphaTheta RMX-IGNITE unit to play with for this event.

The Ferret doesn’t serve food but they let us order in from local takeaways, please support them and get your drinks from the bar. Free Sunday parking near by. Were 15 minutes from the train station, 20 minutes from the bus station.

See you there!

MF's 45th BIRTHDAY BASH

Matt F (Ferret booker / manager / whatever) hits the grand ol' age of 45, so we've invited a couple of grand ol' bands & a couple of grand ol' DJs for a grand ol' party. Come & celebrate.

Live Music:

BONES SHAKE - raw garage punk blues from Manchester.

BROK - crunchy rock & roll forged from legends such as Los Vencidos, King Casanova & Yukon Bill.

Disc Jockeys:

FRANK LOVESCENES (Sabbath Soundsystem) - pure groovers.

JEZ - hiphop 45s and 80s party bangers.

Location:

The Ferret (of course)
55 Fylde Rd, Preston

Sat 7th Feb
7pm til late
FREE ENTRY

All ages welcome (under 18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult).

Accessible ground-floor venue & facilities.

Dog-friendly venue.

Tin Gods +

Milhouse +

Bingo Bay

The Ferret, Preston

Friday 6th Feb 2026

FREE ENTRY!

Tin Gods:

Genuine and emotive indie rock, you will hear influences but their own original style. Overall, you’re reminded of the Stoic feel... The Stranglers, cool emotions of The Smiths and early Afghan Wigs. Every song is a classic; a relentlessly anthemic delivery of driving rock and roll, flawlessly executed and passionately expressed.

Milhouse:

Milhouse's indie slams, rock riffs, and blistering keys will have you hooked from the first note. This alternative rock pop band from the northwest of England has been captivating audiences across Liverpool, Manchester, and beyond with their catchy hooks and high-energy live shows.

Bingo Bay:

BINGO BAY are an alt/rock/pop band from Preston, formed in 2005 by singer/songwriter Kevin Cross. Catchy, melodic songs fused with elements of pop/punk/garage and funk with the odd ballad. 'We follow our own pathway regardless of fads and fashions.'

Tin Gods + Milhouse + Bingo Bay

The Ferret, Preston

Friday 6th Feb 2026

FREE ENTRY!

Ages 14+ (under 18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult)

Accessible ground-floor venue and facilities.

Dog-friendly venue.

On Thursday 5th Jan we’ve got a FREE ENTRY LIVE Electronic Night with an amazing lineup!

Catch some of the best electronic acts from across the North West, this Thursday from 7PM. 

Industries

Guerrilla Biscuits 

Jez Thelwell

Sword Swinging Robot

The Projektionist

Dark Fidelity Hi-Fi

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🗓️Thursday 5th Jan 

📍The Ferret, Preston

⏰Doors 7PM

✨FREE ENTRY

🎤Open Mic Night at The Ferret🎤

1st Tuesday of EVERY month, with host: Jamie Brewer!

📅 Tuesday, 3rd Feb 2026
🚪 Doors Open at 7 PM
📍 The Ferret, Preston
🎟 FREE ENTRY

Join us as we welcome local bands and musicians to The Ferret stage to showcase fresh new material and hidden gems. Expect an exciting mix of emerging talent and seasoned performers, alongside our wonderful host Jamie Brewer!

🕖 Open Mic Slots from 7PM
All performers are welcome - Arrive early to secure your spot! Bring your acoustic or electric guitars, backing tracks, keyboards, or whatever you need to show us what you’ve got.

🎶 Basic Backline Provided
We’ve got a drumkit, bass amp, and guitar amp ready for you. Drummers, please bring your breakables. For specific requirements, just get in touch beforehand.

💡 First-Come, First-Served Slots
Make sure to arrive early to grab your moment in the spotlight!

Don’t miss this chance to be part of another amazing year of live music at The Ferret!

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📅 Tuesday, 3rd Feb 2026
🚪 Doors Open at 7 PM
📍 The Ferret, Preston
🎟 FREE ENTRY

The Ferret presents:

IVW26 ALL-DAYER

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THE ORIELLES

MAN OF MOON

MIDNIGHT RODEO

CURRLS

FACE ACHE

JESS THOMAS

BETTY KENDRICK

Sat 31st Jan 2026

3pm - late

The Ferret, Preston

Tickets £15 adv. More on the door.

All ages welcome (under 18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult).

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An incredible all-day lineup ft some of our favourite bands, including the magnificent return of The Orielles with their new album.

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The Orielles:

"You've got to die and be reborn between albums," begins Henry Wade, guitarist for The Orielles, describing the foundations of the band's fourth studio album, Only You Left. "It comes naturally," adds singer and bassist Esmé Hand-Halford, "it's not something we consciously do."

Through this process of creative renewal, the Manchester-based trio - completed by drummer Sidonie Hand-Halford - have managed to weather a pandemic, defy the fickleness of a trend-led music industry, and emerge, phoenix-like, with something familiarly Orielles, yet altogether different.

Recorded in two locations - Hydra and Hamburg - over the summer of 2024, the 11 tracks of Only You Left sees the band consolidate the bold experimentation of their previous LP, Tableau (2022), with a return to the more stripped-back, song-led approach of their early origins.

"There's nothing more trad than a three-piece," quips Henry, in reference to the band's decision to return to their roots as a trio. Originally from Halifax, the Orielles first came to recognition in 2018 with their debut album, the indie-rock Silver Dollar Moment, which is approaching its eighth birthday in February 2026. "These things come in like seven year cycles. So we've come in like a full circle back to a familiar place, just as different people."

By exploring binaries and contrasts, the Orielles are finding shapes in the chaos and confusion of the world around us - it's an undertaking that benefits from more than 15 years of close collaboration, driven by friendship and the artistic compulsion to find meaning in music.

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Midnight Rodeo:

Nottingham-based 6 piece Midnight Rodeo released their debut album, "Chaos Era" (July 2025) to resounding praise from the likes of BBC Radio 6, DIY, KEXP, Shindig & CLASH. After taking their own brand of "joyous escapism" across the UK & Europe during autumn 2025, 2026 already has another UK tour, multiple European tours & a trip stateside caught on the Rodeo's lasso.

Extensive, relentless touring since 2023 (sold-out hometown shows, The Great Escape, Dot To Dot, and Kendal Calling) created a tight-knit family, their pleasure in playing as an ensemble is instantly evident on the album. When asked about this they'll explain, "We want people to tap into why we are always smiling on stage."

The songs are collaborative efforts. Their different musical backgrounds result in a genre criss-crossing and totally unique creative collisions. Bassist Harry says, "What we do is Dada-istic. The drums play hooks, the bass plays parts usually taken by brass, the guitar's playing West Coast psyche over disco rhythms."

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Man of Moon:

Since their beginning Man of Moon have been a standout live act. The Glasgow-based duo possess an extraordinary talent for cross-pollinating genres and styles but their sound is not hybridised, rather they are a synthesis of their influences; a pure sonic distillation of what has come before. You hear the mesmeric drones of Mogwai, the dynamic shifts of Radiohead, the harmonic angularity of Tool, the industrial amalgam of Nine Inch Nails, even hints of Pink Floyd's austere and abstract lyricism. Man of Moon are so much music in one band. And yet they've always sounded uniquely themselves; there is deep intentionality in every song's construction.

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CURRLS:

The future of DIY is here - Formed in Brighton, Currls are a DIY Garage Rock band who burst onto the scene in 2017 and have since become a formidable presence in the underground circuit. Seamlessly blending raw Garage rock, fast-paced Punk, and sludgy Pop, Currls is a sonic powerhouse that will leave you feeling ready to take on the world.

Since their inception, Currls have gained notable support from BBC 6 Music’s Amy Lamè, Marc Riley, Steve Lamcaq, BBC Radio 1’s Alyx Holcombe and BBC Introducing’s Melita Dennett.

Recent triumphs include winning Record Store Day's 'Unsigned 2023' competition, recording a 'BBC Introducing Live Session' at Maida Vale Studios, and a 'BBC 6 Music: Live In Session' with Marc Riley.

In a world saturated with conformity, Currls stands as a beacon of authenticity - A trio that defies expectations and leaves an everlasting imprint on the hearts of those who dare to listen.

“CURRLS are a rallying cry. Scuzzy riot grrrl inspired pop-punk made for the main stage. Authentic, snarling and converting you to the band’s cause as she goes.” - Lauren Down (Line Of Best Fit)

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PLUS - support from FACE ACHE, JESS THOMAS & BETTY KENDRICK.

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IVW26 ALL-DAYER

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THE ORIELLES

MAN OF MOON

MIDNIGHT RODEO

CURRLS

FACE ACHE

JESS THOMAS

BETTY KENDRICK

Sat 31st Jan 2026

3pm - late

The Ferret, Preston

Tickets £15 adv. More on the door.

Tickets: skiddle.com/e/41472562

All ages welcome (under 18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult).

Accessible ground-floor venue & facilities.

Dog-friendly venue.

The Ferret presents:

THE CLAUSE

Independent Venue Week Tour

Thursday 29th January 2026

The Ferret, Preston

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The Clause return to The Ferret for the first time in nearly 3 years for their intimate IVW26 tour.

TICKETS SOLD OUT! Join the Waiting List…

The Clause are a four-piece from Birmingham who bring together the swagger of the 60s, the rolling groove of the 80s and the riotous verve and attitude of the 90s.  Pearce Macca (frontman), Niall Fennell (drummer) Jonny Fyffe (bassist) and Liam Deakin (guitarist) effortlessly combine huge hooks with gritty verses, indie sensibilities, rhythm and blues groove and melodies to create an altogether different beast. 

The music defies categorisation, rolling seamlessly from crashing percussion to huge, swinging bass. There are epic singalong choruses and darker, edgier moments evoking late night cruises down dingy back streets. The band have been together since they were kids and they have matured into one of the UK’s most exciting new bands.

The band released their debut album this year peaking at number eight on the Official Album Chart and number one in the Independent Album Chart, no mean feat for a fully independent release. The album will be followed up with a headline tour including dates in London, Glasgow, Sheffield, Leeds, Newcastle and a massive homecoming gig in Birmingham’s 3000 capacity O2 Academy. The boys also have had a packed summer itinerary of festivals including Isle of Wight, NBHD Weekender, Sound City, Tramlines, Truck, Kendal Calling and Mallorca Live.

Oslo Twins

+ special guest: Taeybs

Wednesday, 28th January 2026

Doors 7PM

Tickets: www.skiddle.com/e/41455096

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Oslo Twins are a London-based dream pop duo crafting moody, synth-driven soundscapes that blend trip hop, lo-fi, and atmospheric electronica.

The Bristol-formed group, named by DIY as ‘boundary-pushing’, have unveiled their latest track, produced by band members Eric Davies and Claudia Vulliamy in their East London studio. The track was mixed by Matteo Buccomino and mastered by John Webber.

Marking a new era since their highly-praised 2023 debut EP Back To Nothing (released via Ali Chant’s Fascination Street Records), ‘Sally’ brings us straight in with a punchy and relentlessly catchy bassline. Clean and intricately syncopated, this track is a lusciously textured showcase of Oslo Twins’ evolving sound, which is venturing into cleaner, more electronic territory.

Hidden in the song’s infectious beat and joyful synths, there is a tone of yearning and melancholia. Pithy and vernacular lyrics in the verses hint at hidden emotions, while the chorus reveals what’s behind the cool facade:

“Each release only seems to get catchier.” - Line Of Best Fit

with support from:

Taeybs - With tunes about Haberdashers, pet Gerbils, and strange happenings in village halls, Taeybs' intricately woven contrapuntal melodies draw inspiration form art pop, folktronica, avant funk, and outsider music.

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Oslo Twins

+ special guest: Taeybs

Wednesday, 28th January 2026

Doors 7PM

Tickets: www.skiddle.com/e/41455096

Al ages welcome (under 18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult)

Accessible ground-floor venue and facilities.

Dog-friendly venue.

THE FERRET electronic music OPEN MIC

Tuesday, 27th January ‘26

The Ferret | Preston

Doors 7PM

FREE ENTRY!

Preston's Electronic Music Open Mic (EMOM) returns to The Ferret this Tuesday, 27th January.

Slots are up to 20 minutes. Some pre-booked slots have gone but we do have a few left - so email emompreston@gmail.com to grab one. Additional walk-in slots will be available on the night. First come first served.

This is an open stage night for electronic and experimental musicians, aimed at giving local artists a supportive space in which to play live and experiment. Open to all forms of electronic/experimental music including: ambient, chiptune, drone, drum & bass, dub, electronica, electropop, experimental hip-hop, field recordings, glitch, house, industrial, looping, noise, soundscape, synthwave, techno, trance & more!

Get out of your home studio or bedroom, and come out to a fun, supportive night with other enthusiastic tech heads, dabblers and music fans. You don’t need to be an established artist with a full repertoire. This is for anyone who wants to try their hand at playing live in a safe, motivating environment.

Computers, digital boxes, DJ controllers, drum machines, gadgets, groove boxes, keyboard synths, loop stations, modular synths, phone apps, samplers, sequencers… and everything in between. All welcome!

Come out and meet other music makers, producers and creative types from all walks of music making. There should be plenty of time to talk gear, production techniques and a whole range of inspiring ideas.

The event will run from roughly 7pm-11.00pm with wiggle room depending on interest.

Slots are up to 20 minutes. Some pre-booked slots have gone but we do have a few left - so email emompreston@gmail.com to grab one. Additional walk-in slots will be available on the night. First come first served.

Take to The Ferret stage with full live-music PA & sound engineer. We will have a table for you to setup on, and another one to the side, for the next performer to prep their gear. In order for the event to run smoothly, we ask that you prepare a mono or stereo mix of your setup before handing your outputs over to us; we will not be able to mix your outputs for you in the given time. Vocal mics & mic stands available.

Sorry - no acoustic guitars – unless they are being used to generate soundscapes or some other style of music in keeping with the night (e.g. through pedals, FX units etc.)

Additionally, feel free to bring a USB stick containing visuals you'd like to be projected during your set.

Entrance is FREE for both performers and spectators, so gather your friends and fellow electronic music enthusiasts to join us for an incredible night of creativity and musical exploration!

The Ferret, Preston
Tuesday, 27th January
7pm - 11pm
Free Entry

All ages welcome (under 18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult).
Accessible ground floor venue & facilities.
Dog friendly venue.

Slots are up to 20 minutes. Some pre-booked slots have gone but we do have a few left - so email emompreston@gmail.com to grab one. Additional walk-in slots will be available on the night. First come first served.

The Ferret + Indigo Bravo Promotions present:

SNM
LILITHS ARMY

Sunday 25th Jan
The Ferret, Preston
7pm - 10:30pm

FREE ENTRY

SNM:

SNM are a hard-hitting British rock trio tearing up the London and Brighton scenes. Formed in 2023, they deliver raw, no-nonsense energy with filthy grunge-soaked riffs, alt-rock bite, and haunting melodies that stick long after the set ends. Dark, cryptic lyrics meet explosive live shows — this is loud, visceral rock that leaves audiences wanting more.

LILITHS ARMY:

Liliths Army are a Northampton-based power trio forging a fierce collision of scrappy punk grit, grunge distortion and left-field prog twists. Sharp, confrontational and defiantly DIY, their songs hit with snarling hooks and a clear-eyed refusal to play nice.

Freshly signed to London indie Criminal Records, they’re touring the UK in support of their 2025 album DOLL — a 13-track release spanning punchy lo-fi moments and full-throttle statements, available digitally and as a limited 12” vinyl. Expect uncompromising riffs, biting lyrics, and a band in full strike mode.

Another FREE ENTRY GIG with these 3...

ZVILNIK - a two headed beast of strings and beats.

Makers of sci-fi-surf-cabaret-alt-rock. Zvilnik are superconductors of eccentricity, abusers of electricity, wheeler-dealers of the wonderful and weird. It's music for the end times, hysterically firing a water pistol at an incoming asteroid.

with support from:

Obyssia - alternative piano-led singer/songwriter.

HENRY SHERRIDAN - the House of Wolves frontman is back for a one-off acoustic set.

Sat 24th Jan - doors 7pm
The Ferret, Preston
FREE ENTRY!

The Ferret Presents:

The Dunwells

+ Connor Banks

Friday 23rd Januaruy 2026

The Ferret | Preston

Doors 7:30PM

The Dunwells are a successful Leeds based indie-folk-pop band with strong vocals, powerful melodies and heartfelt lyrics. 

Their debut album ‘BLIND SIGHTED FAITH’ was released to much global acclaim and spawned the singles ‘I COULD BE A KING’, ‘FOLLOW THE ROAD’ (performed on the NBC Jay Leno show) and the title track ‘BLIND SIGHTED FAITH’.

The band have since released 3 further studio albums, a live album and a number of standout EP’s and singles.

The Dunwells have found favour with audiences across the world having performed live and toured extensively in the USA, Europe and the UK as well as having supported artists including Mumford & Sons, Elbow, Tom Jones, Scouting for Girls and Bryan Adams on UK tours.

They are passionate and prolific singer-songwriters having written material for notable artists and with joint collaborators as well as other high profile up and coming musicians.

The Dunwells have performed and been featured on many TV Shows on the BBC, ITV, NBC and multiple music and national/regional press publications.  The Dunwells have also received significant radio play throughout their career

The Dunwells are said to drawing comparisons to Mumford & Sons and Fleet Foxes plus legends like the Eagles and Crosby, Stills & Nash.

  
With added support from Connor Banks -

Connor Banks is a young singer-songwriter from Preston, Lancashire, UK. With a passion for storytelling through music, Connor has been captivating audiences with his soulful voice and heartfelt lyrics. His journey in music began at a young age, and he has since built a strong following through his performances across the North West. Connor's dedication to his craft and his ability to connect with listeners have set him apart in the music scene.

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The Ferret Presents:
The Dunwells
+ Connor Banks

Friday 23rd January 2026

The Ferret, Preston

Tickets: skiddle.com/e/41936928

All ages welcome (under 18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult)

Accessible ground floor venue & facilities.

Dog-friendly venue.

Friday night. Three bands. Free entry. Zero excuses.

The Ferret presents:
STRATA • THE AEROBEES • THE PANEL
Friday 16th Jan – The Ferret, Preston
Doors 7pm | FREE ENTRY

A night of guitars, hooks and relentless energy.

STRATA bring driving indie / rock n roll / post punk from Blackpool — melodic riffs, punchy basslines and a raw British edge built for sweaty rooms.

The Aerobees deliver modern alt/indie rock from Barrow-in-Furness, road-tested across the North with big choruses and a growing catalogue of originals.

Manchester’s The Panel round out the bill channeling post-punk and new-wave influences into tight, urgent indie rock.;

Three great bands. No entry fee. Let’s go.

All ages welcome. Under 18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult.
Accessible ground-floor venue & facilities.
Dog-friendly venue.

LET'S GO! Thursday is the new Friday. Live rock music on stage tonight at The Ferret. 3 mega bands for you. And it's FREE ENTRY!

XØX
North West alt-metal tackling rebellion & existential unrest.
@xoxbanduk

STONEY & THE DOGS
Soul-drenched blues rock with raw energy & unforgettable hooks.
@stoneyandthedogs

DOTA
Brand-new Alt-Grunge 3-piece from Preston.
@dota_preston

Thu 15th Jan
7pm - 11pm
The Ferret, Preston
FREE ENTRY