MAD MODS & ENGLISHMEN7:30pm, Friday 20th December Following a packed out show earlier in 2024 it's time to 'save the date' as we welcome Mad Mods back for a special Christmas show at Esquires on Friday 20th December..Anyone that has …
We're bringing our popular Decades Party BACK to Bedford as a Christmas Special celebrating the best of our popular FOOTLOOSE 80s and BOOMBASTIC 90s nights! Expect all of the biggest hits of the 2 decades as well the Christmas bangers …
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FOO FIGHTERS GB + GREEN 182 7pm Saturday 21st December, Bedford Esquires Following numerous sold out shows at Bedford Esquires we are excited to announce the return of FOO FIGHTERS GB on Saturday 21st December for their annual gig. Five …
Our FOREVER INDIE club night returns for a Xmas dance off! We play......... Yeah Yeah Yeahs, MGMT, Klaxons, Blondie, DEVO, Talking Heads, PiL, Jamie T, Bloc Party, Idles, Bowie, White Stripes, The Cribs, Maximo Park, Art Brut, LCD Soundsystem, CSS, …
The time has once again come to dance off the turkey bellies with our legendary Boxing Day Silent Disco! This is the annual escape from the house for a proper dance up. Never been to one of our silent discos? …
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MOTÖRHEADACHE + Guests 7.30pm Weds 27th December – Bedford Esquires MOTÖRHEADACHE IS A THREE-PIECE TRIBUTE TO LEMMY'S MUSICAL CAREER WITH MOTÖRHEAD FOR 40 YEARS FROM 1975 TO 2015. SET UP BY LIFELONG MOTÖRHEAD FAN ROB CAMPBELL ON RICKENBACKER BASS AND …
Ultimate RnB + Guests 19:30, Friday 27th December Esquires, Bedford After an incredible, sold out show in March, we are very pleased welcoming Ultimate RnB back to Esquires for a very special Christmas party, with the highest quality tribute to …
The 2tones Ska Band 7.30pm Sat 28th December, Bedford Esquires On sat Sat 28th December we welcome the return of Northampton’s legendary Ska outfit The 2 Tones to Bedford Esquires. The 8 piece band formed in 2007 have been blowing …
Pearl Handled Revolver return to their home venue for their annual festive extravaganza show. The PHR Esquires shows have become a highlight of the year for many... a chance for the band to pull out all the stops. As part …
NEW YEAR'S EVE is going to be the BIGGEST PARTY. EVER! We see out 2024 and head into our 35th anniversary year, with one big blow out and a gathering of all Esquires-heads, with two of the towns finest DJs …
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The Ouse Valley Singles Club'Traditional First Gig Of The Year' 7.30pm Saturday 4th January, Bedford Esquires Keeping up traditions of years gone by The Ouse Valley Singles Club return to the main stage at Bedford Esquires to play what has …
BOWIE DISCO on a BOWIE WEEKEND! The evening before our annual Bowie Jam, come and celebrate the incredible music of ‘The Thin White Duke’ with us! We’ll be playing all of his best songs, along with tunes from his biggest …
Join us on the 78th anniversary of David Bowie’s birth to celebrate his life in music… The very best of Bedford’s local musicians play tribute to the Starman. This is the ONLY way to start the New Year! What is …
NOASIS ‘The Definitive Oasis Tribute Band’ + Guests 7.30pm, Friday 10th January 2025 – Bedford Esquires *EXTRA SHOW ADDED* Following x4 SOLD OUT shows in 2024 January Noasis return to Bedford Esquires on Friday 10th January 2025 for one giant …
*Please note this show has moved from Friday 12th July to Sat 11th January - all tickets remain valid for the new date or a refund is available from the point of purchase* The Liquid Engineers – Gary Numan Tribute 7:30pm Saturday …
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NOASIS ‘The Definitive Oasis Tribute Band’ + Guests 7.30pm, Saturday 11th January 2025 – Bedford Esquires Following x4 SOLD OUT shows in 2024 January Noasis return to Bedford Esquires on Saturday 11th January 2025 for one giant party and a …
Acclaimed singer-songwriter Danni Nichols will returns to the Esquires for an unforgettable evening of live music. Renowned for her soulful voice and heartfelt storytelling, Dannii’s performance promises to captivate both long-time fans and new listeners alike. With a string of award-winning albums and captivating …
BOOTLEG BLONDIE'The world’s No.1 official Debbie Harry & Blondie tribute band'7.30pm, Bedford Esquires, Sat 18th January CBGB's returns to Bedford Esquires with the return of 'Bootleg Blondie' on the 18th January. Expect to hear some of the greatest hits across …
Jah Wobble & The Invaders of the Heart 7:30pm, Friday 24th November, Bedford Esquires *Big apologies to all concerned in regards to the postponement of our show at Esquires Bedford on Thursday 15th November. Big thanks to the venue for …
THE MAGIC NUMBERS + GuestsThursday 30 January - Esquires Bedford We're very excited to be bringing The Magic Numbers back to Esquires for the first time since their s*ld out show in 2018! The Mercury Prize nominated and multi-platinum selling …
Drum roll - we can finally announce the line up for Ceremony 4.5 on the 1st of February 2025, the ‘mini’ version of our new music alldayer, headlined last year by English Teacher. We are delighted to welcome back DIVORCE …
Gilles Peterson presents Independent Venue Tour feat OregloSunday 02 February - Matinee show - 4pm - 8pm We're extremely excited to be bringing one of our absolute faves, Gilles Peterson to Bedford for the very first time in February 2025! …
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Performing for the first time ever in Bedford, Pulp frontman Jarvis Cocker will play a special DJ set back-to-back with Alexis Taylor from Hot Chip. After huge sell out shows with Pulp all over the world Jarvis makes a rare …
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Mad Dog Mcrea + Guests Esquires, Bedford 7:30pm, Saturday 8th February Mad Dog Mcrea blend a unique mixture of folk rock, pop, gypsy jazz, bluegrass and ‘shake your ass’ music. From self-penned songs of adventure, drinking, love and life, to …
WHOLE LOTTA DC! (The Ultimate AC/DC Tribute) 7.30pm Saturday 8th February, Bedford Esquires On Saturday 8th February we welcome back one of the UK’s finest AC/DC Tribute Bands back to Bedford Esquires. Whole Lotta DC are an authentic representation of …
Plug In Maybe - A Celebration of MUSEFriday 14th FebruaryEsquires Bedford We are very excited to br working with a brand new tribute that simply blew us away when we checked out their footage - Plug In Maybe! The single …
MOMENTS OF PLEASURE: KATE BUSH TRIBUTE 7:30pm, Friday 21st February 2025, Esquires, Bedford. Since arriving on the tribute scene back in 2019, Moments Of Pleasure have rapidly emerged as one of the most acclaimed tribute bands in the UK. This …
James Taylor Quartet + The Hurricanes 7:30pm, Saturday 22nd February, Bedford Esquires We're very pleased to have convinced one of the finest live bands on the planet, James Taylor Quartet to return to Esquires, Bedford as part of their 35th …
The Pad Presents… Snapped Ankles + Guests 7:30pm, Weds 5th March, Bedford Esquires We are very pleased to announce the debut show at Bedford Esquires of Post Punk, Performance and Art Rockers Snapped Ankles. Signing to the Leaf Record label …
THE BEAT Ft Rankin Jnr + Guests7:30pm, Friday 7th March, Bedford Esquires Pleased to announce the welcome return of THE BEAT Ft Ranking Jnr to Bedford Esquires as part of the venues 35th Anniversary Celebrations. THE BEAT crossed over fluidly …
Vinyl Revelations proudly presents: UK SUBSLive in concert at Esquires Music Venue in Bedford, Bedfordshire VERY SPECIAL GUESTS; THE ATTACK We are so pleased to announce that the legends that are the UK Subs are finally back at Esquires. The …
We're back...with another belter! Good Times presents "The Classics" A feast of THE finest House & Garage, Ibiza Anthems, Trance & Old Skool Classics from the 90's. As always, expect a kickin sound system, stunning light show & awesome decor …
Tony Wright (Terrorvision) + Guests 7:30pm Thursday 13th March, Bedford Esquires Tony Wright is best known as the singer for Bradford rock band Terrorvision. However, when he's not touring with Terrorvision, he writes, records and tours under his own name …
Tyber & Pete from THE DUALERS will be joining us on Saturday 15th March for a special 'Dualers Duo' show. This one is guaranteed to sell out, so don't delay if you want to grab a ticket - on sale …
ABDOUJAPAROV (Ex Carter USM) - 7:30pm, Sat 15th March, Bedford Esquires Pleased to announce a new show with ABDOUJAPAROV (Ex Carter USM) on Sat 15th March Formed by Les Carter (aka Fruitbat) in 1998 after the breakup of Carter USM, …
THE LIFE OF RILEY ‘Annual St Patricks Day Gig’ 7.30pm, Monday 17th March, Bedford Esquires Having formed in Bedford in 1991, The Life Of Riley are one of Bedford’s best loved bands and are still going strong after over 35 …
Red Hot Chili Peppers UK7.30pm Friday 21st March, Bedford Esquires Red Hot Chili Peppers UK are the country’s funkiest, freshest, upliftin’ tribute band! These four funky monks are all dedicated Chili Peppers fans, based in the West Midlands. They are …
DUB PISTOLS + Guests 7:30pm Saturday 22nd March, Bedford Esquires We can’t believe it will be 4 years since DUB PISTOLS played Bedford Esquires so we are putting that right with a show as part of our 35th Anniversary celebrations. …
The Jesterlarf Comedy Club return to our main stage in March, with a 'Work In Progress' show from Geoff Norcott! Geoff Norcott is an English comedian, writer and political commentator. He first performed in 2001 and has appeared on Mock the Week, …
We're super excited to have space-ravers, HENGE land back at Esquires next March as part of an extensive tour of our solar system. Last seen in town battling the council noise pollution overlords on The River Festival main stage, now …
JESUS JONES + Guests7:30pm, Saturday 29th March, Bedford Esquires As part of our 35th Anniversary series of gigs we are very pleased to announce the return of JESUS JONES to Bedford Esquires on Saturday 29th March Blending rock, rave and …
We're very excited to have the hotter than hot, MAN/WOMAN/CHAINSAW coming to town next April as part of our 35th anniversary celebrations. A precociously talented band from London, who recently celebrated their 100th gig. Since their debut at 16 years …
PALE BLUE EYES + Guests 7:30pm Sunday 13th April, Bedford Esquires Pleased to announce the return of PALE BLUE EYES to Bedford Esquires on Friday 13th April Born of a cross-pollination between Totnes and Sheffield, Pale Blue Eyes have been …
The Undercover Hippy - The Last Stand: UK Tour 2025 7:30pm Friday 18th April - Bedford Esquires Taking a Stand for a World Gone Sideways As the planet hurtles toward what feels like a never-ending season finale—chaos, climate crisis, and …
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ABSOLUTE BOWIE BAND 7:30pm, Saturday 19th April, Bedford Esquires Pleased to announce Absolute Bowie Band make a welcome return to Bedford Esquires on Sat 19th April following their previous sell out show at the venue in 2023. Now in their …
JUST RADIOHEAD 7:30pm Friday 25th April, Bedford Esquires Just Radiohead are the UK’s leading Radiohead tribute band, replicating and performing the astonishing music of one the nation’s most influential, versatile, and talented bands. Showcasing tracks from the explosive post grunge …
ACID TEMPLE MOTHERS + Guests 7:30pm, Monday 12th May, Bedford Esquires Things are going to get a little crazy in here... Japan's psych-rock powerhouse, Acid Mothers Temple are joining us next May, as part of a short UK run of …
STRAIGHTEN OUT – Tribute to The Stranglers 7.30pm Sat 17th May – Bedford Esquires We are pleased to announce the the return of STRAIGHTEN OUT the ultimate tribute to The Stranglers on Sat 17th May 2025. Straighten Out are the …
TRUE ORDER – THE SOUND OF NEW ORDER 7:30pm, Saturday 31st May, Bedford Esquires TRUE ORDER are Europe's only tribute to the iconic Manchester band New Order and are considered by many to be the next best thing to watching …
We couldn't celebrate our 35th anniversary, without considering a return of the one and only LTJ Bukem. His set for us 2023 was almost hypnotic, with the crowd moving in unison, as one, appreciating a D&B pioneer in his element. …
THE FILLERS – The Official Killers Tribute Band 7.30pm, Friday 13th June – Bedford Esquires Pleased to announce by popular demand the return of THE FILLERS to Bedford Esquires following their SELL OUT show in 2023. The Fillers are the …
SHONEN KNIFE + Guests, 7pm Sunday 15th June, Bedford Esquires “When I finally got to see them live, I was transformed into a hysterical nine-year-old girl at a Beatles concert.” - Kurt Cobain Shonen Knife - from Osaka, Japan - …
’See you get older every year, but you don’t change, or I don’t notice you’re changing’ We are beyond excited to confirm that Teenage Fanclub will be returning to Bedford Esquires on Thursday the 7th August 2025 as part of …
Hue and Cry - Electro Acoustic show 7:30pm, Fri 24th October 2024 – Bedford Esquires Pleased to announce 80’s legends HUE & CRY come to Bedford Esquires Friday 24th October for a special Electro / Acoustic show. Alongside Wet Wet …
