Rejoice, people! The days are getting lighter, and spring is within touching distance, so of course, we’re really not short of things to do, and this weekend being no exception – with everything from light nights and comedy raves taking place over the next few days.
To help give you some ideas to help you fill your free time, we’ve chosen a few of the highlights for another edition of our weekend what’s on guide.
Late Night Comedy Rave – Tønne Bar, Leicester
Big beats and stand-up comedy join forces for the ultimate festival experience. Adam Flood brings an experimental mix of electronic music and live comedy to Leicester Comedy Festival on the back of growing cult hype and sell out shows. Think Boiler Room does stand-up. Original beats to get you moving, cut with jokes and stand-up.
Tickets are available HERE
WHERE: Tønne Bar, Leicester
WHEN: Friday, February 6
Nottingham Light Night – Nottingham city centre
Regarded as one of the East Midland’s most mesmerising light art festivals, it’s back for its 18th year on Friday, February 6 and Saturday 7, 2026.
The city will be illuminated after dark for this free, family-friendly event and visitors will be invited to explore landmarks, streets, and hidden corners.
More than 30 immersive and interactive light-based installations, performances, and activities will be taking place across the city over the two nights.
WHERE: Nottingham City Centre
WHEN: Friday 6 and Saturday 7 February
Record Fair – Castle Donington
A fair dedicated to all things vinyl is making its way over to Castle Donington packed with stalls and vendors.
Whether you’re after another David Bowie LP or rare Oasis single to add to your collection this event covers all bases.
It takes place on Saturday, February 7 and will be the first time AA Record Fairs, who organise collectors events across the East Midlands, have held a fair in the town – known by many as the ‘home of rock due to hosting the Download Festival.
WHERE: The Community Hub, Bondgate, Castle Donington.
WHEN: Saturday, February 7 – 10am-2pm
Live/Wire – The AC/DC Show – Engine Shed, Lincoln
AC/DC, arguably the greatest rock band of all time, are brought to life by Live/Wire with the true passion you would expect from professional musicians who share your love of this legendary live act. They deliver a critically acclaimed High Voltage two hour rock ’n’ roll set with not only cannons and a full bank of Marshall amps but a journey that takes fans from one of the best-selling albums of all time ‘Back in Black’ through to the 2020 release ‘PWR UP’, with a healthy dose of the classics from the Bon Scott era.
The Live/Wire show combines the vocal power of Podge Blacksmith as Brian Johnson, the virtuoso talent of Simon Davies as Angus Young and rhythmic accuracy of Dan Mosley as Malcolm Young. The line-up is completed by Eddie Clark as bassist Cliff Williams and Paul Alwin combining the groove of Phil Rudd and thunderous energy of Chris Slade on drums.
With over 20 years of touring under their belt, Live/Wire put the audience right in the middle of a live experience comparable to that only AC/DC themselves produce. We invite AC/DC fans to join us, sing with us and relive some of those classic AC/DC concerts of the past on our very own Highway to Hell.
Buy tickets HERE
WHERE: The Engine Shed, Lincoln
WHEN: Saturday, February 7 – 7pm
Saipan, Derby Quad
The real-life drama behind star player Roy Keane’s rift with manager Mick McCarthy on the eve of the 2002 World Cup, Saipan is a story of ego, loyalty, and identity that resonates beyond the world of sports.
What began as a dispute over professionalism and pre-tournament training conditions on the remote Pacific Island of Saipan escalated into a national reckoning, dividing a country where football can be sacred. It was a moment that transcended sport, sparking pub debates, tabloid frenzy, political commentary, and even parliamentary mentions.
In this taut, character-driven drama, Steve Coogan delivers a riveting turn as McCarthy, opposite a formidable performance from Éanna Hardwicke as Keane. Rather than rehashing familiar headlines, directors Glenn Leyburn and Lisa Barros D’Sa bring audiences into the back rooms, offering intimate portrayals of two proud men with clashing leadership styles, deep loyalty to their team, and differing visions of Ireland’s sporting identity.
Buy tickets HERE
WHERE: Derby Quad, Derby
WHEN: Saturday, February 7 – 12.15pm; 5.30pm
