What’s On in Norwich & the East of England 2026 & 2027: Live Music, Concerts & Events

Updated August 2026. Looking for the best live events happening across Norwich and the East of England in 2026 and 2027? From major arena tours and city-centre gigs to festivals and one-off shows, this guide highlights the standout live experiences coming to the region and where to catch them.

Discover what’s on across Norwich and the East of England, from huge concerts and outdoor festivals to grassroots gigs and unmissable live events.

In this guide, you’ll find:

• Major concerts and tours coming to Norwich & the East of England
• Standout shows and limited-date runs to book early
• Regional highlights from Cambridge and Colchester to Ipswich and Norwich
• A practical FAQ to help plan your live events calendar

 

Standout gigs & tours across Norwich & the East of England

More gigs, festivals & events across Norwich & the East of England

Beyond the headline tours, Norwich & the East of England’s calendar is packed with festivals, special events, comedy and grassroots shows across the region.

Looking for even more upcoming dates? Browse a wider selection of events across the region below. 

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Festivals

• South East Dance Festival — Saturday 29th August 2026 (Garon Park, Southend-on-Sea)
• Castlefest 2026 — Friday 25th September 2026 (The Castle, Luton)
• Groove Is In The Park — Sunday 30th May 2027 (Harlow Rugby Club, Essex)

Live shows, tours & events

• Gogol Bordello — Friday 21st August 2026 (Epic Studios, Norwich)
• Freya Beer — Saturday 22nd August 2026 (The Castle, Luton)
• Altered Images — Thursday 3rd September 2026 (The Adrian Flux Waterfront, Norwich)
• Goldie Lookin Chain — Thursday 3rd – Saturday 5th September 2026 (multiple East of England dates)
• The Class — Friday 18th September 2026 (Fidel Gastro’s Social Club, Luton)
• Robert Jon & The Wreck — Friday 2nd October 2026 (Cambridge Junction)
• The Five Hundred — Sunday 4th October 2026 (The Adrian Flux Waterfront, Norwich)
• Lime Garden — Tuesday 6th October 2026 (Cambridge Junction)
• Reef — Friday 9th October 2026 (Cambridge Junction)
• Crash Test Dummies — Monday 12th October 2026 (Epic Studios, Norwich)
• The Undertones — Thursday 15th October 2026 (Epic Studios, Norwich)
• Seth Lakeman — Friday 16th October 2026 (Corn Exchange, Ipswich)
• Captain Accident & The Disasters — Thursday 29th October & Friday 13th November 2026 (The Adrian Flux Waterfront Studio, Norwich & Fidel Gastro’s Social Club, Luton)
• Ibiza Anthems Live with Laura & Santiago — Saturday 31st October 2026 (Peterborough Cathedral)
• The Wedding Present — Thursday 29th October 2026 (Cambridge Junction)
• Teenage Fanclub — Tuesday 3rd November 2026 (Cambridge Junction)
• Tony Hadley — Monday 9th – Sunday 15th November 2026 (multiple East of England dates)
• Tyber & Pete from The Dualers — Saturday 3rd October & Thursday 12th November 2026 (Chinnerys, Southend-on-Sea & The Met Lounge, Peterborough)
• Dizzee Rascal — Friday 13th November 2026 (The LCR, UEA, Norwich)
• The Zac Schulze Gang — Friday 13th November 2026 (The Adrian Flux Waterfront, Norwich)
• ELO Again — Friday 6th November 2026 – Saturday 6th February 2027 (multiple East of England dates)
• These Wicked Rivers — Saturday 28th November 2026 (Norwich Arts Centre)
• Uncle Acid and The Deadbeats — Saturday 28th November 2026 (The Adrian Flux Waterfront, Norwich)
• The Snuts — Sunday 29th November 2026 (The LCR, UEA, Norwich)
• Sevendust — Wednesday 2nd December 2026 (The Adrian Flux Waterfront, Norwich)
• Ash — Saturday 5th December 2026 (The LCR, UEA, Norwich)
• Christmas Greetings LIVE! — Tuesday 15th December 2026 (The Auditorium at Fitzwilliam College, Cambridge)
• As Everything Unfolds — Thursday 18th February 2027 (The Adrian Flux Waterfront, Norwich)
• South Arcade — Friday 19th February 2027 (UEA, Norwich)
• Steve ’n’ Seagulls — Saturday 27th February 2027 (Esquires, Bedford)
• The Dualers — Saturday 6th March 2027 (Cliffs Pavilion, Southend-on-Sea)
• The Fratellis — Thursday 11th March 2027 (The LCR, UEA, Norwich)
• Henge — Thursday 18th March 2027 (Cambridge Junction)
• The Lilacs — Thursday 1st April 2027 (The Adrian Flux Waterfront, Norwich)
• Psychic Sally — Thursday 2nd September 2027 (Gordon Craig Theatre, Stevenage)

 

Regional highlights — Where to go in Norwich & the East of England

Discover the best places to catch live music across Norwich and the East of England, from historic city venues to grassroots gig spaces.

Norwich

Head to The LCR, UEA, Norwich, for mid-sized shows hosted by the university’s students’ union, or try Epic Studios. The Adrian Flux Waterfront sits right on the bank of the River Wensum and is home to plenty of gigs.

Cambridge

Cambridge Junction or the smaller Cambridge Junction 2 might be your first stop in historic Cambridge, and try the Corn Exchange for bigger shows at this 1,400-capacity venue.

For more on the region’s best small venues — including the Cambridge Junction and The Adrian Flux Waterfront — see our guide to the UK’s best intimate venues.

Colchester

Colchester is home to Colchester Castle, where you will find major outdoor shows, and the converted church venue Colchester Arts Centre.

Other

Try Luton’s The Castle for a bustling live music pub, the Regent Theatre in Ipswich for shows in a listed building, or Cliffs Pavilion in Southend-on-Sea, which has been entertaining audiences since the 1960s.

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Need to know — Norwich & the East of England events

When do tickets usually go on sale?
Most tickets go on sale shortly after an announcement, often on Friday mornings. Popular concerts, comedy shows and festivals across the region can sell out quickly, so it’s worth setting reminders and booking early.

Which venues should I keep an eye on for live music?
Key venues include Norwich’s The LCR, UEA, Epic Studios and The Adrian Flux Waterfront, Cambridge Junction and the Corn Exchange in Cambridge, Colchester Castle, plus theatres and clubs such as Ipswich’s Regent Theatre and Southend-on-Sea’s Cliffs Pavilion.

Are there festivals in Norwich & the East of England this year?
Yes. The region hosts a mix of city-based festivals and outdoor summer events, from the Colchester Castle Summer Series to the South East Dance Festival, featuring both touring and emerging artists.

 

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