Whether you are into pop music or prefer great rock tribute bands they are all on offer here at CONKERS.
Our live music events are held in our covered amphitheatre – The Arena at Waterside or away from the winter chills in the CONKERS Discovery Hall.
Indoors with our Discovery Hall we have introduced some great entertainment which allows our year round entertainment offer to be a little warmer in colder months.
The Outdoor Arena at Waterside supplies a superb range of events and extra entertainment, making smiles and memories for every guest under the canopy throughout the year.
A celebration of Two Tone and Ska, which include inspirational bands as The Specials, Bad Manners and The Beat! This fantastic genre of music manages to make you smile and stomp your feet to the rock steady beat.
From the ground-breaking albums The Dark Side of the Moon and The Wall to Wish You Were Here and Animals, Theatre of Floyd expertly performs the full range of Pink Floyd’s greatest hits.
ABBA Revival captures the unique ABBA sound and feel with incredible attention to detail by a full cast and band, stunning costumes and great choreography.
The RETRO Rock Show is a live 2-hour extravaganza of the greatest rock songs and power ballads of the 70’s 80’s and 90’s! Performed by a 5-piece band of the finest rock musicians who have toured with some of the biggest names in rock.
Whether you’re a die-hard fan looking to reminisce, or a new listener discovering the band’s music for the first time, Hey Beatles are guaranteed to leave you singing and dancing to the Beatles’ greatest hits. Get ready for a magical journey through the history of rock and roll!
Pokey Hole – Covering Phil Collins & Genesis greatest hits…‘Sussudio’ ‘In The Air Tonight’ ‘Against All Odds’ ‘Invisible Touch’ ‘I Can’t Dance’ to name a few.
Playing the very best soul anthems from Wigan Casino, Twisted Wheel and Blackpool Mecca. Great songs by Dobie Gray, Frank Wilson, Al Wilson, Dean Parish, Tony Clarke and many more. Throw in just a pinch Motown and we have the new look Northern Soul stew served up by Lancashire’s very own ‘THE NORTHERN SOULTRAIN!’
With acclaimed vocal performances, stunning replica costumes and iconic dance routines, the Take That Experience recreates the magic of Take That live on stage with their ‘Greatest Hits Tour’
This incredible show features hit after hit from Take That’s career spanning three decades – from classic 90’s hits through to their most recent triumphs.
Discover the art of traditional willow weaving in a relaxed and welcoming setting. Perfect for beginners, this hands-on workshop will guide you through the basics of weaving with natural materials as you create your own unique piece to take home. No experience needed – just bring your creativity and curiosity!
Pokey Hole – Back in the 70’s and 80’s Jeff Lynne wrote some of the best songs ever to be recorded onto vinyl. Mr Blue Sky, Sweet talking woman, turn to stone, evil woman…the list is endless.
U2UK are Europes premier U2 tribute show to the Irish rock legends U2. The U2 Show performed by U2UK, is now in it’s seventh year of sell-out touring.
‘Taylored Swift’ is a breath-taking tribute to the biggest pop star of our generation, Taylor Swift. This tribute has the looks, the voice and the moves to make for a truly authentic experience as well as a passion for performance and showmanship.
An incredible night of hit after hit after hit, spanning across years of iconic albums and moments brought to you by a fantastic live band fronted with an incredible voices.
The band cover all the major hits from ‘Runaway’ to ‘Have a nice day’ & more in an electrifying, totally live show that will leave you thinking you’ve seen the real thing! Bon Jovi UK is not to be missed!
Re-live the soundtrack of a generation and cut footloose as 80s The Decade! Brings you a cocktail of the BEST 80’s music and movie soundtracks of all time. This is the ultimate decade; this is the ultimate party!
Pokey Hole – Featuring a host of world class musicians together with immensely powerful four part vocal harmony and exact musical production. Talons ability to deliver bigger & better shows year on year continues once again with what promises to be an event!
If you want to experience a Foo Fighters tribute gig, 100% live and loud, it’s here…
Dust off your cowboy boots and let’s hit the dance floor! Fronted by country singer, Micki Consiglio, Country Bound comprises of fantastic musicians who have been performing in the industry for many years. This live band cover a wide range of your favourite modern Country hits as well as Country classics!
Pink Tribute, combining all of Pink’s major hits over 20-year period right up to the most recent releases.
Total Pop Party is the ultimate concert pop experience, full of sing along moments and lots of audience interaction- parents included! Come join Ruby, Ivy, Amber & Skye and celebrate the modern-day pop legends! This concert is non-stop from start to finish, full of fun and magic along with your favourite dance moves, Tik Tok trends, and screaming from the top of your lungs!
Pokey Hole – AC/DC Livewire put you slap bang in the middle of the show with hit after hit. Back to Black, Rosie, Highway to hell
Ultra 90s perform the best classic chart, dance and club anthems from the 1990s. From Snap! To Faithless, from Dee-lite to Vanilla Ice, Ultra 90s guarantees to get any party buzzing.
You will be amazed by Can’t Take My Eyes Off You, Ragdoll, Walk Like a Man, Sherry, Grease, and many more. The show, featuring four principal singers and a live band, reaches an electrifying climax with its roof blowing finale.
Pokey Hole – Witnessed the honed in skills of the UK’s leading tribute to Simon and Garfunkel. With a show that takes in the full range of the duo’s career together, as well as drawing extensively from Paul Simon’s solo career.
Ahoy there! You are invited to board the Sailorette and join the plentiful crew, ‘The Old TimeSailors’, for a night of foot-stomping, dancing and singing! Sing and dance along like a drunken sailor as the band perform centuries old folk and shanty-songs. Fancy dress is encouraged, so pull out your best seafaring garments me hearties and join the festivities!
Join us for our brilliant Bavarian Night at our Waterside Centre and celebrate in true Oktoberfest style. Karl’s Brass, one of the best Oompah Bands in the country will be your hosts for the evening. Hot themed German supper included.
Witness an experience like no other, as FTGU Wrestling brings its action packed, family – friendly live wrestling event to Conkers for one night only!
WARNING – This show is really funny, choreographed with breath-taking routines and can contain nudity.
Join us for our brilliant Bavarian Night at our Discovery Centre and celebrate in true Oktoberfest style. Karl’s Brass, one of the best Oompah Bands in the country will be your hosts for the evening. Hot themed German supper included.
The best Fireworks Display with Laser Dancers in The National Forest!
