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Luton culture is diverse. Here you’ll find articles about art, music, comedy, festivals, film and much more

The Luton Lifelines on the outside of Luton Central Library
Art

‘Gift of Life’ mural unveiled in Luton to encourage more people to become blood and organ donors

June 29, 2026 Music and arts desk 0

A striking new community-designed mural has been unveiled in Luton in the hope it will inspire more people to become blood and organ donors and help save lives. The 30-metre artwork, titled Luton Lifelines, now […]

Myles Smith
Music

‘This week has been one I’ll carry with me forever’: It’s official… Myles Smith has biggest debut album of 2026 so far

June 26, 2026 James Cunliffe 0

Luton singer-songwriter Myles Smith UK has thanked fans after his debut album officially became the biggest-selling debut release of 2026 so far, going straight into the UK charts at number 2 just days after returning […]

Myles Smith
Music

Myles Smith dedicates new short film with Stephen Graham to Luton Hospital as debut album on course for No.1

June 23, 2026 James Cunliffe 1

Luton singer-songwriter Myles Smith has released a powerful new short film dedicated to children and staff at Luton & Dunstable University Hospital while also announcing that his debut album is in early contention to go […]

Myles Smith
Music

Myles Smith releases deeply personal debut album after emotional hometown homecoming

June 19, 2026 James Cunliffe 1

Luton singer-songwriter Myles Smith has today released his long-awaited debut album, ‘My Mess, My Heart, My Life’, capping a remarkable rise that has taken him from growing up in Leagrave to becoming one of Britain’s […]

Stacey Dooley outside the Acorn Recovery unit in Stockport
Film

Three major new Stacey Dooley documentaries announced tackling abuse, addiction and military failings

June 17, 2026 Music and arts desk 0

Luton-born documentary maker Stacey Dooley is set to front three new BBC documentaries examining some of the UK’s most difficult and controversial issues. The award-winning presenter and filmmaker will return to BBC Three and iPlayer […]

Myles Smith performs a hometown show in St George's Square
Luton Town news

‘Let me open it’: Myles Smith’s dream of launching Luton Town’s new stadium

June 16, 2026 James Cunliffe 0

Luton pop star Myles Smith has revealed he is hoping to perform the first concert at Luton Town’s new Power Court stadium when it opens – and has already been lobbying a Hatter who is […]

Myles Smith greets the crowd in St George's Square
Music

‘This really is home’: Myles Smith thanks Luton as thousands join hometown takeover ahead of debut album release

June 16, 2026 James Cunliffe 4

Luton pop star Myles Smith thanked his hometown for supporting his journey from Leagrave schoolboy to global music sensation as thousands of fans turned out for a day-long takeover of the town ahead of the […]

Ish - the new Luton-shot film from Imran Perretta
Film

Luton-shot film wins international acclaim ahead of cinema release as first trailer unveiled

June 12, 2026 Music and arts desk 0

The first trailer has been released for Ish, a coming-of-age drama set and filmed in Luton that has already won awards on the international film festival circuit ahead of its UK cinema debut later this […]

Olaf Falafel
Art

Luton children invited to create character for new book by local author Olaf Falafel

June 8, 2026 Newsdesk 0

Primary school children in Luton are being given the chance to see their imagination brought to life in a new graphic novel written by local author and comedian Olaf Falafel, with free copies to be […]

Kaiser Chiefs
Music

Kaiser Chiefs to headline Luton’s biggest party of the year

June 5, 2026 Ronny Trousers 0

Rock band Kaiser Chiefs have been announced as the headline act for Luton’s biggest music event of 2026 as the town celebrates 150 years of borough status. The Leeds group, best known for hits including […]

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    Kaiser Chiefs to headline Luton’s biggest party of the year

    June 5, 2026 0
    Rock band Kaiser Chiefs have been announced as the headline act for Luton’s biggest music event of 2026 as the town celebrates 150 years of borough status. The Leeds group, best known for hits including [...]
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    Music

    Luton’s ‘next wave of future talent’ to take centre stage at expanded Market Hill Live music festival

    June 3, 2026 Comments Off on Luton’s ‘next wave of future talent’ to take centre stage at expanded Market Hill Live music festival
    Some of Luton’s most exciting emerging musicians will take over the town centre later this month as Market Hill Live returns with its biggest line-up yet. The free outdoor music event will showcase seven local [...]
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    Festivals

    Luton Henge Festival to return ‘louder, bolder and more powerful than ever’

    April 20, 2026 Comments Off on Luton Henge Festival to return ‘louder, bolder and more powerful than ever’
    A community-built landmark in Marsh Farm will once again take centre stage this summer as Luton Henge Festival returns for a second year. The free event, taking place across Saturday 1 and Sunday 2 August, [...]
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