Leicester City legends are also taking to the stage with more than 30 shows announced so far
Leicester’s own Showaddywaddy are to take the stage(Image: Getty images)
Comedian Judi Love and Leicester’s own Showaddywaddy are among the stars confirmed to perform at Loughborough Town Hall in 2026.
More than 30 shows have been announced already for the next year. Shows for the year will begin on Sunday, January 25 with the return of the Grimethorpe Colliery Band, followed up by TV favourite and comedian Judi Love who works up new material ahead of her national tour on Tuesday, January 27.
January will be rounded off with a performance straight from the Royal Albert Hall, when A Country Night in Nashville brings the home of country music to Loughborough.
Football fans will be treated to an evening of sporting nostalgia, as Leicester City Legends take centre stage on Wednesday, January 28, featuring club icons Tony Cottee, Emile Heskey and Matt Elliott sharing stories from their unforgettable careers.
There’s a blockbuster line-up of music acts from January right through till June. Barry Steele and Friends: The Roy Orbinson Story pays tribute to one of rock and roll’s greatest voices, followed by a run of must-see tribute spectaculars – including Pink Floyd Experience, Frankie the Concert, The Rocket Man: A Celebration of Sir Elton John, and Legend: The Music of Bob Marley.
Adding a fresh pop edge, Sweet and Sour brings an electrifying night of pop anthems and fierce rival vibes. Later in the spring, Go Your Own Way – The Fleetwood Mac Legacy, and Man in the Mirror – A Tribute to Michael Jackson continue the celebration of music’s most iconic artists.
The live music continues, with Leicester’s original band, Showaddywaddy, on February 27. This will be followed up by The Manfred on 28 March, and folk-rock Pioneers Fairport Convention on March 29.
Steeleeye Span perform on April 29; G4 – Phantoms of the Popera arrive on May 1, and the farewell tours of The Fureys and That’ll Be The Day land in late May.
Audiences can also look forward to a series of “captivating” shows that celebrate the stories behind some of entertainment’s most iconic names. The Simon and Garfunkel Story takes to the stage on March 24, followed by a celebration of 100 years of Laurel and Hardy on April 21 and The Carpenters Story on May 31, which will showcase the glittering career of the famous brother and sister duo.
Comedy lovers have a great line-up of Britain’s best stand-ups heading to Loughborough. Geoff Norcott, Seann Walsh, Kane Brown, Andy Parsons, Henning Wehn, and Gary Delaney all bring their brand-new tours to the Town Hall, joined by fan favourites Suzi Ruffell and Scott Bennett. Expect sharp insights, big laughs and a healthy dose of mischief from some of the UK’s most in-demand comedians.
Comedian Scott Bennett(Image: FU Media)
Adding even more variety to the season, Loughborough Town Hall will present a range of unique experiences and shows. Get ready to for the ultimate ladies’ night out with The Big Pants Party, connect with mediumship with Psychic Sally, uncover the secret history of the SAS with Damien Lewis and hit the dancefloor at the Disco for Grown Ups.
Theatre and musical fans can look forward to a season brimming with stage magic. Highlights include Vampires: Eternal Love, and Sherlock Holmes. In April, the National History Museum Presents: Dinosaurs Live, offering a prehistoric adventure for all ages, while The Great British Bake Off Musical serves up a delicious mix of comedy, music and feel-good fun.
Families can let their hair down this spring as Immersion Theatre brings a brand-new musical adaption of Rapunzel to Loughborough Town Hall in March. Packed with catchy songs, dazzling costumes, and laugh-out-loud fun, this magical retelling of the classic fairytale promises a hair-raising adventure for audiences of all ages.
Wildlife TV favourite Michaela Strachan brings her warmth, humour, and decades of on-screen adventures to the stage in her brand-new live theatre show, Not Just a Wild Life on April 19.
Strictly Come Dancing’s Craig Revel Harwood makes a glittering return on June 8 with Revelations – Songs Boys Don’t Sing, blending music, memoir and mischief in an evening of pure showbiz sparkle.
With a burst of global energy, K-Pop All Stars brings the biggest hits of Korean pop to life in a high-octane concert spectacular – the perfect finale to a season of world-class entertainment.
A spokesperson for the town hall said: “With something for every taste, 2026 promises a year of unforgettable memories, laughter and live entertainment for all.”
