Days out with Skiddle: The best experiences and attractions in the UK

This week on Days Out With Skiddle we have a live exhibition at one of London's best clubs, some early Bonfire Night inspiration for you and even a Christmas rave for all of the family. It's about to be that busy period of year where the weather gets colder but so many amazing events pop up across the calendar. Make this an Autumn to celebrate by checking out these events.

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Futur.Shock live presents: strange attractor

When: Thursday 29th September

Where: FOLD, London

This is the launch of the second season of Fold and Futur.Shock's multi-disciplinary arts programme. It aims to dissect, explore, research and make sense of our recent confrontation with futurity. There will be some stunning audio-visual performances that will leave you seriously impressed.

 

Find tickets for futur.shock live presents: strange attractor - here

 

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Jeff Green Recovering Optimist

When: Friday 14th October

Where: Southport Comedy Festival, Victoria Park, Southport

Award-winning comedian Jeff Green will be one of the most experienced names at this year's Southport Comedy Festival and you can purchase a ticket to check out his latest material. A well-known face not only in his native Australia but in the UK too, he has had three decades at the top of his game.

 

Find tickets for Jeff Green Recovering Optimist - here

 

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La Vida Liverpool Presents: Predictions Paranormal

When: Saturday 29th October

Where: Leasowe Castle Hotel, Wirral

If you're interested in all things creepy and unsettling then this Halloween weekend event. Leasowe castle is said to be haunted and you can join this event for a night like no other. Prepare for your mind to be blown as hypnotist Alan Bates will be hypnotising people into previous lives.

 

Find tickets for La Vida Liverpool Presents: Predictions Paranormal - here

 

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Middlesborough Fireworks

When: Saturday 5th November

Where: Stewart Park, Middlesborough

One of the North East's biggest fireworks displays, Stewart Park will be lit up in a wide spectrum of colours this Bonfire Night. There will be plenty of entertainment beforehand from a dance show to a funfair and a walkabout robot show. Then the big display will take place as the bonfire burns out.

 

Find tickets for Middlesborough Fireworks - here

 

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Red All Over The Land Presents: An Evening With Jan Molby

When: Saturday 26th November

Where: Hotel Anfield, Liverpool

Jan Molby is a Liverpool legend who made 292 appearances for the club and was often the key to unlocking a defence. Playing a vital part of the glory years in which Liverpool enjoyed domestic and European success, here is a chance to see him be quizzed all about his brilliant club career. 

 

Find tickets for Red All Over The land Presents: An Evening With Jan Molby - here

 

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Oktoberfest

When: Saturday 1st- Saturday 22nd October

Where: Vauxhall Food and Beer Garden, London

Oktoberfest events are popping up all over the place and this one at Vauxhall Food and Beer Garden will be running for most of October. With oompah bands, a live DJ, and street food that is authentically German, you can't go wrong here. With a stein in hand, you'll be raising more than a couple of glasses.

 

Find tickets for Oktoberfest - here

 

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Painted Jazz

When: Sunday 2nd October

Where: The Fitzgerald, Manchester

In aid of Manchester Mind, this therapeutic space is being created where an afternoon of painting, cocktails and live music from a house jazz band will be taking place. Money from each ticket will be given to the charity and the event will need much needed space for you to relax and recline for an afternoon.

 

Find tickets for Painted Jazz - here

 

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UKG Brunch Halloween- Birmingham

When: Saturday 29th October

Where: The Mill Digbeth, Birmingham

UKG Brunch in Birmingham is fully embracing the scariest time of the year by throwing together this Halloween event. With a mixture of DJs and MC's supplying the tunes, prepare for a spooky twist that will still get your feet moving. There will be plenty of rum punch to wash down your food too.

 

Find tickets for UKG Brunch Halloween- Birmingham - here

 

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Strictly Ballroom: The Musical

When: Monday 23rd- Saturday 28th January 2023

Where: Wales Millenium Centre, Cardiff

The Strictly Ballroom is heading out on tour in early 2023 and it'll be starring show favourites Kevin Clifton and Maisie Smith. Directed and choreographed by the amazing Craig Revel Horwood, you can be sure that each step will be landed perfectly. A story about breaking tradition, it is set to be a dramatic watch.

 

Find tickets for Strictly Ballroom: The Musical - here

 

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1994 Christmas Family Fun Day Rave

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When: Saturday 10th December

Where: The Classic Grand, Glasgow

At The Classic Grand in Glasgow this Christmas they're pulling out all the stops to make their family fun day rave memorable. There will be bouncy castles, confetti cannons, a ball swamp and even Santa will be raving himself on the dance floor. This will be the best start possible to the Christmas season for the whole family.

 

Find tickets for 1994 Christmas Family Fun Day Rave - here

 

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Check out our What's On Guide to discover even more rowdy raves and sweaty gigs taking place over the coming weeks and months. For festivals, lifestyle events and more, head on over to our Things To Do page or be inspired by the event selections on our Inspire Me page.