Father's Day is just around the corner and you may be wondering what you could possibly get for the man to thank him for his stellar sense of humour, barbecue capabilities and getting you to the airport 10 hours before the flight departs. Well not to worry, we've put together a list of our favourite events that cater to all forms of dad. Whether he's a classic car connoisseur, a home-chef or live music fanatic. Take a look at our picks below!
Days Out/Sport
BBC Good Food Festival at Goodwood
When? 18 - 20 August 2023
Where? Goodwood Racecourse, Chichester
The BBC Good Food Festival is back at the world-renowned Goodwood Racecourse this August, to bring the ultimate summer family day out to West Sussex. The Festival brings together award-winning street food, hand-picked artisan producers, unlimited family entertainment, masterclasses to get you in the festival spirit, exclusive top tips from renowned chefs and experts, plus, new for this year LIVE cooking demonstrations from our Festival Kitchen!
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British Motor Show
When? 17 - 20 August 2023
Where? Farnborough, Hampshire
The British Motor Show returns in 2023 delivering it’s heady mix of new cars, live entertainment, supercars, classic cars and celebrities. The British Motor Show delivers one of the most action packed days out for families and car fans all at an incredible price and in 2023 there will be even more for the whole family, along with some of the favourites from last year.
CarFest
When? 25 - 27 August 2023
Where? Laverstoke Park Farm, Hampshire
This summer, cinch presents CarFest will be revving up for one huge party, with enough activities and attractions to keep the whole family entertained - from live music, adventure and comedy to classic cars, famous faces and cookery demonstrations. Craig David presents TS5 will be headlining CarFest on Saturday night, McFly will be taking to the stage on Friday 25th and the ultimate CarFest legend Texas on Sunday 27th August! Don't miss out on the family festival of the summer - tickets are on sale now.
Cheese and Chilli Festival
When? Across Summer 2023
Where? Christchurch, Winchester, Swindon, Chichester & Guildford
This family festival offers something for everyone. There will be many traders selling cheese and chilli products as well as craft and retail stands. The family area accommodates free shows such as Punch and Judy, a Magician, Circus Skills, children’s fun rides (paid-for activity), inflatables, and more. With plenty to eat and drink with authentic food stalls and dedicated ale, cider, cocktails, and general bars available.
Classic Motor Show
When? November 2023
Where? Birmingham
The Lancaster Insurance Classic Motor Show is the UK’s biggest and best classic car show. If dad is a fan of classic vehicles or all things motor related, then this is the perfect gift to make his Father’s Day!
Concours of Elegance
When? September 2023
Where? Hampton Court Palace, Surrey
The Concours of Elegance brings together 60 of the world's rarest cars from around the world - many of which will never have been seen before in the UK. Complementing the main Concours will be displays of hundreds of other fine motor cars and a host of features including The Club Trophy, Levitt Concours, 30 Under Thirty and Junior Concours. Tickets on sale now!
Duxford Summer Air Show
When? 24 - 25 June 2023
Where? IWM Duxford, Cambridgeshire
In the air, on the ground and all around, get ready for sky high entertainment at the family friendly Duxford Summer Air Show this June! You can watch aerial displays and awesome flypasts, enjoy special entertainment across the showground, discover aircrafts up close on the flight line before the pilots and crew take off, plus explore IWM Duxford's vast hangars and exhibitions.
FIM Speedway GP
When? Saturday 2nd September 2023
Where? Cardiff
Britain’s biggest arena motorsport event roars back into the Welsh capital with an action-packed weekend on and off the track. Following British Speedway hero Dan Bewley storming to victory at this 2022's World Championship Speedway GP in Cardiff Speedway GP makes it's triumphant return to Cardiff in September 2023. For those motorsport fanatic dads out there, a ticket to catch the action live could make their year!
Foodies Festival
When? 29 April - 10 September 2023
Where? Multiple locations across the UK
Get ready for all the mouth-watering goodness that is Foodies Festival! Tantalise your taste buds with a tasty line up of music legends, top chefs and fine food. This family-friendly festival is fun for all ages, where kids can enjoy fair rides and cooking classes and you can sample all there is to offer.
Giorgio Armani Tennis Classic
When? 1 July 2023
Where? The Hurlingham Club, Fulham
For the tennis loving dad! The Giorgio Armani Tennis Classic at Hurlingham returns with a stellar line-up featuring Mansour Bahrami, Marcos Bagdatis, Xavier Malisse and more. Experience world-class tennis and enjoy the pristine grounds of the Hurlingham Club, as well as free-flowing Whispering Angel rosé and other wines, beers & soft drinks from the comfort of a grandstand seat.
Idiots Assemble: Spitting Image The Musical
When? May - August 2023
Where? London
Witness the greatest cast ever assembled live on stage, as the world-famous Spitting Image puppets tread the boards of London’s theatreland for the first time ever in Idiots Assemble: Spitting Image The Musical! There’s songs. There’s dancing. There’s absolutely no respect paid to anyone. Tickets are on sale now.
Pub In The Park
When? 12 May - 10 September
Where? Multiple locations across the UK
For 2023, Pub In The Park returns with a jam-packed set of music acts, restaurants, and more for you this summer, filled with lots of new surprises. Chef hosts such as Ainsley Harriott, Marco Pierre White, and more will join Tom Kerridge, and the incredible Sugababes, Sam Ryder, Rudimental, Craig David, plus many more, are just some of the few exciting artists planned for the music line-up.
Scottish National Whiskey Festival
When? July 2023 - January 2024
Where? Multiple locations across Scotland
If dad is partial to a dram or two then we're sure he'd love the Scottish National Whiskey Festival! Take a deep dive into the modern world of spirits and live music at the definitive whisky and cultural experience. Each edition of the Scottish National Whisky Festival brings together an exceptional line up of exhibitors from across the whisky industry, with hundreds of whiskies and other spirits available to sample over each session. Tickets are on sale now!
Step Inside Abbey Road Studios
When? August 2023
Where? London
Give dad the gift of experiencing the magic of Abbey Road Studios. For two weekends in August, you can step inside Studio Two for a series of exclusive talks exploring the past, present and future of the world’s most famous recording studio. Led by 'Recording The Beatles' authors Kevin Ryan and Brian Kehew, the lectures will tell the story of Abbey Road Studios by exploring the iconic rooms, the legendary equipment, the talented engineers and the renowned artists who have defined music history and popular culture for over 90 years.
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The Great Holiday Home Show
When? September 2023
Where? Harrogate
The Great Holiday Home Show is the biggest outdoor holiday home, motorhome and caravan show in the UK which will be held on the Great Yorkshire Showground in Harrogate. If dad is looking for a home away from home or simply just looking for an upgrade, it is the perfect place to browse all the latest models. Not to mention there will be lots of entertainment including a cookery theatre, a lifestyle stage to inspire you, magnificent music, and delicious food and drink!
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Music
Craig Charles
When? June - November 2023
Where? UK tour
Get ready for the ultimate Funk & Soul House Party! This all-new DJ show for 2023 invites fans to enter Craig’s living room as he delves into his extensive record collection to bring you straight-up groove bangers, exclusive funk and soul cuts, and much more.
Hard Fi
When? October 2023
Where? UK tour
Following the overwhelming response to their live return last year, HARD-FI have announced a full nationwide tour of the UK. Hard Fi’s shows have been consistently praised by critics and gig-goers alike for living up to good times invoked by their anthemic single, Living For The Weekend. Their first full UK Tour in over a decade promises to be one of the hottest tickets of 2023.
Madness
When? November - December 2023
Where? UK tour
One of the biggest and most loved British bands Madness announce their ‘C’est La Vie 2023’ tour for November & December this year! Known for their raucous live sets, the C’est La Vie tour will be teeming with hits from the nutty boy’s unrivalled back catalogue along with some songs from the forthcoming new album.
Muse
When? Sunday 25 June 2023
Where? The National Bowl, Milton Keynes
Multi-platinum and Grammy Award winning rock band Muse are set to head to Milton Keynes' The National Bowl on Sunday 25th June for a headline outdoor show! Widely recognised as one of the best live bands in the world, Muse have consistently produced exhilarating and ground-breaking shows, and their 2023 Milton Keynes show will be no exception.
Noel Gallagher's High Flying Birds
When? December 2023
Where? UK tour
Noel Gallagher’s High Flying Birds have confirmed 2023 headline arena dates across the UK for December 2023. The tour announcement follows the release of ‘Dead To The World’, a remarkable new track taken from Noel Gallagher’s High Flying Birds’ eagerly anticipated fourth studio album ‘Council Skies’, due for release in June.
Punk Rock Factory
When? July - November 2023
Where? UK tour
High energy, punk-rock powerhouses Punk Rock Factory make easy work of their special brand of punk covers. From playing at Slam Dunk Festival to Bloodstock and Download festival punk rock factory put the perfect punk-rock spin on songs we all know and love. Fresh off releasing new album 'It's Just a Stage We're Going Through', an homage to the music of stage and screen it couldn't be a better time to catch Punk Rock Factory on their UK tour.
Rick Wakeman
When? February 2024
Where? UK tour
Back by popular demand, Rick Wakeman is taking his band on the road in February 2024 for an evening of classic prog rock. Whether as a solo artist or as a band member of YES, helping to create the trailblazing records like 'Fragile', 'Close To The Edge' and 'Tales From Topographic Oceans', Rick Wakeman holds legendary status in the history of progressive rock. Expect to hear classic rock brought bang up to date by Rick and the English Rock Ensemble, playing at the top of their game in a not-to-be-missed tour!
The Chemical Brothers
When? October - November 2023
Where? UK tour
To coincide with their upcoming album multi-platinum selling and award winning duo The Chemical Brothers have just announced a series of UK arena dates for this autumn, where they will bring their globally renowned live show to Glasgow, Manchester, Leeds, Birmingham and London!
Therapy?
When? November - December 2023
Where? UK tour
Since 1990 and the self-release of their 'Meat Abstract' single Northern Irish rock band Therapy? have lived through ‘the troubles’, seven record labels, three drummers, a cellist, released 15 albums and sold in excess of three million album. Now they take to the stage once again for their 'Love Your Early Stuff' tour! Tickets on sale now.
The Sisters Of Mercy
When? September 2023
Where? UK tour
Sisters of Mercy are back with a UK tour this September. If dad is a rock'n'roll fan then the chance to catch legends The Sisters of Mercy could be just the ticket to make his Father's Day. You'll have to act quick though, tickets are going fast!
The Who
When? July 2023
Where? UK tour
Legendary rock band The Who are heading back on the road this summer for their UK 2023 tour ‘The Who Hits Back!’ with a live orchestra. The band are set to perform music from throughout their nearly 60-year career, including sections devoted to classic albums 'Tommy' & 'Quadrophenia' as well as other beloved Who songs. Grab your tickets while you can!
Theatre & Comedy
Bleak Expectations
When? June - September 2023
Where? London
Join a medley of much-loved faces including Tom Allen, Jo Brand, Nish Kumar, Steven Fry and more in this stage adaptation of the award-winning BBC Radio 4 comedy series Bleak Expectations. Follow the hilarious misadventures of the young Pip Bin - tragic half orphan, hopeless romantic and would-be-hero - as this glorious Victoria mash-up arrives at the Criterion Theatre!
Brighton Comedy Garden
When? 5 - 9 July
Where? Preston Park, Brighton
The south coast’s biggest comedy festival, Brighton Comedy Garden presented by heycar, returns to Preston Park this July 5-9th with a blisteringly hot line-up of stand-up’s finest. This year, treat Dad to one of Britain’s best loved comedy stars Jack Dee, Off Menu co-host Ed Gamble, the phenomenal Sara Pascoe, legendary Bafta and Perrier Award winner Dylan Moran, Qi’s Alan Davies, Starstuck’s Rose Matafeo, multi award-winning queen of ventriloquism Nina Conti, plus many more performing at this astounding series of open-air shows.
Home Farm Comedy Club
When? 16 July 2023
Where? Hertfordshire
A Night of Belly-Aching Laughs In the Woods - an intimate evening of epic comedy on a Woodland Stage with four brilliant stand-up comedians. The first two renowned acts to be announced include the hilarious Lou Sanders and John Robins. Expect to go home with a laughter-induced aching face and belly after an unforgettable evening in a truly magical setting. Elstree, North London - accessible by London Tube.
Just The Tonic Comedy Club
When? 02 July 2023
Where? Manchester
Comedy at it's best! Just The Tonic features some of the best comedians including Milton Jones, Dylan Moran, Reginald D Hunter and more. With a huge selection of dates to choose from why not get dad the gift of comedy at one of Just The Tonic's shows this year.
Nick Offerman
When? May 2023 - March 2024
Where? Multiple locations across the UK
Actor, author, humorist, and Nick Offerman is set to return to the UK with his new show 'An Evening with Nick Offerman' this summer, where he will be delighting audiences with a night of deliberative talking, mirth, and music. Low key, cynical, blunt and unassuming, yet somehow still warm and incredibly charming, this could be the perfect gift this Father's Day.
Patriots
When? June - August 2023
Where? London
If dad is a history buff then chances are he'd love Patriots! Telling the story of the aftermath of the fall of the Soviet Union Patriots could be the perfect Father's Day gift that you've been looking for. Tickets are on sale now!
Peter Kay
When? January - December 2025
Where? UK tour
One of Britain’s best loved comedians, Peter Kay, is finally returning to stand-up comedy after twelve years. Peter’s 2010 tour still officially ranks with the Guinness Book of World Records as the biggest selling comedy tour of all time so this is definitely one that you don't want to miss out on!
St Albans Comedy Garden
When? 26-30 July
Where? Verulamium Park, St Albans
The Comedy Garden is back in Verulamium Park for five awesome nights from stand-up’s finest this summer, bringing a HUGE line-up for 2023 featuring Ed Gamble, Sara Pascoe, Phil Wang, Russell Kane, Fern Brady, Dylan Moran and many more. Across five nights a series of sensational open-air shows combine with awesome street-eats, craft beers and more in the glorious Verulamium Park in St Albans. Tickets on sale now!
The Book of Mormon
When? June - October 2023
Where? London
The Book of Mormon is one for the hardest to offend; written by South Park creators Trey Parker and Matt Stone, alongside musical maestro Robert Lopez, this show takes a sideswipe at the Mormon faith. Often sailing close to the wind but ultimately conveying the virtues of love and dedication. For the dad who likes his jokes a little less pc.
The Choir of Man
When? June - September 2023
Where? London
The Choir of Man is a party, it’s a concert, it’s a lock in like no other. Featuring breath-taking reinventions of chart topping hits from artists including Guns’N’Roses, Fun!, Adele, Avicii, Paul Simon, Sia and many more, The Choir of Man has something for everyone! Tickets on sale now!
The Play That Goes Wrong
When? June - April 2024
Where? London
If you are looking for a rib-tickling, laugh-a-minute play for your next visit to the West End, look no further than The Play That Goes Wrong. Kick back and watch the show’s clumsy thespians attempt to survive until the final curtain, with hilarious consequences. If dad enjoys a moody, atmospheric production to immerse himself in, this show is probably not for him, but if he's just after some good old-fashioned fun, this show ticks all the right boxes.
We Will Rock You the Musical
When? June - August 2023
Where? London
For Queen fans! Taking place on the same iconic stage where Freddie Mercury performed with the Royal Ballet in 1979, We Will Rock You is beloved rock theatrical production that has captivated audiences worldwide. With a soundtrack boasting 24 of Queen's most beloved hits, including iconic songs like "We Are The Champions," "Bohemian Rhapsody," "Radio Ga Ga," and "Don't Stop Me Now," the musical is bound to deliver an electrifying and memorable performance.
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