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The 2026 headliners line-up for Independent Venue Week at The Castle (clockwise from top left): Alien Chick, Big Trousers, Ugly Ozo, Flip Top Head, PENGSHUi
Music

Why Independent Venue Week of live music at The Castle matters for Luton’s future

January 21, 2026 Ronny Trousers 2

“It’s about putting Luton on the map, really making this venue a live music staple,” says Ben Barry. “I hate to use the phrase: use it or lose it — but that is where we […]

Rave New World.
Music

A Sonic uprising: Luton’s revolutionary rave story continues with launch of new album

October 23, 2025 Music and arts desk Comments Off on A Sonic uprising: Luton’s revolutionary rave story continues with launch of new album

After the sell-out success of Rave New World, the immersive outdoor theatre show celebrating the town’s legendary Exodus Collective, Revoluton Arts and Tangled Feet are reigniting the movement with a new album: Luton on Fire. […]

The former Pizza Express restaurant on Church Street that will become the new 'Masons' nightlife venue
Nightlife

New nightlife venue set to revive former Pizza Express site in Luton town centre

October 2, 2025 Newsdesk Comments Off on New nightlife venue set to revive former Pizza Express site in Luton town centre

A new entertainment venue is preparing to open in the town centre this December, reviving a well-known site with deep roots in the town’s history and promising to bring something new – and perhaps a […]

Myles Smith
Music

Ed Sheeran helps push Myles Smith’s new single as Luton star set to sing at NFL’s Dublin debut

September 6, 2025 Music and arts desk Comments Off on Ed Sheeran helps push Myles Smith’s new single as Luton star set to sing at NFL’s Dublin debut

Luton singer-songwriter Myles Smith has got some help in promoting his forthcoming single from one of the planet’s biggest pop stars as his dream year keeps getting better with an invite to play the halftime […]

ScreamingMechanicalBrain singer Nik Scott
Music

Luton rockers return with brooding new single that ‘comes from darkness’ but holds ‘element of hope’

August 18, 2025 Ronny Trousers Comments Off on Luton rockers return with brooding new single that ‘comes from darkness’ but holds ‘element of hope’

Luton rock band ScreamingMechanicalBrain have released their latest single, Repair of Small Objects, a dark, atmospheric eight-minute epic cinematic opus of a new single ahead of a big hometown show at The Castle. The new […]

Marsh House in Marsh Farm with its iconic Bob Marley mural
Festivals

From ancient beginnings to rave legacy – Luton Henge Festival to celebrate Marsh Farm spirit

July 16, 2025 Music and arts desk Comments Off on From ancient beginnings to rave legacy – Luton Henge Festival to celebrate Marsh Farm spirit

A once-in-a-generation celebration of Luton’s spirit will take place this summer as the newly completed henge in Marsh Farm is officially launched with a free, all-day festival. The Luton Henge Festival will take place on […]

Outdoor cinema at the Hat Gardens.
Things to do

Outdoor cinema, live sport and family fun set to light up Luton town centre this summer

July 3, 2025 Newsdesk Comments Off on Outdoor cinema, live sport and family fun set to light up Luton town centre this summer

Luton town centre will come alive this summer with a packed programme of free events, outdoor entertainment and exclusive offers running from now until the end of August. Between 30 June and 31 August, Hat […]

Music lovers enjoy concerts at the Wardown Park bandstand in 2024
Music

Summer of free live music concerts announced at Luton’s iconic bandstand

June 6, 2025 Music and arts desk Comments Off on Summer of free live music concerts announced at Luton’s iconic bandstand

A collection of free concerts and performances at the Luton Rotary Bandstand is about to get underway this summer in Wardown Park. Lutonians will be able to bring a picnic down to the park on […]

Coldplay frontman Chris Martin (right) and guitarist Jonny Buckland
Luton Town news

‘The people of Luton deserved that moment’ –Coldplay’s Hatters song scoops big radio award

May 15, 2025 Newsdesk Comments Off on ‘The people of Luton deserved that moment’ –Coldplay’s Hatters song scoops big radio award

A major music moment celebrating Luton has taken home one of the top prizes at this year’s ARIAS – the UK’s biggest radio awards – after Coldplay’s surprise tribute to the town captured the nation’s […]

Rave New World rehearsals
Theatre

The ‘revolutionary’ rave spirit of Exodus returns to Luton in daring new street theatre tribute

March 13, 2025 James Cunliffe Comments Off on The ‘revolutionary’ rave spirit of Exodus returns to Luton in daring new street theatre tribute

Luton’s radical rave heritage is being brought back to life this week in spectacular fashion with Rave New World, a high-energy outdoor theatre event that pays homage to the legendary Exodus Collective. Blending music, aerial […]

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    New Vauxhall exhibition to celebrate Luton’s industrial past after factory closure

    April 20, 2026 Comments Off on New Vauxhall exhibition to celebrate Luton’s industrial past after factory closure
    A major new exhibition charting more than a century of car manufacturing in Luton is set to open next month, offering a poignant look at the town’s industrial heritage following the closure of the Vauxhall [...]
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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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