What's On in Leicester
Saturday 08 August 2026 · This weekend · City guide
Leicester is turning up the volume on Saturday 8 August 2026, with a day and night packed full of rhythm, soul, and serious musical firepower. From a sun-soaked afternoon session to late-night dancefloor energy that runs well into the small hours, the city has something to pull you out of the house and into the thick of it — whatever your flavour.
Highlights

CONCORD x Studio 5 - Joey London Style — Kick off your Saturday the right way with this afternoon session at the 2Funky Complex, where CONCORD and Studio 5 join forces for a daytime party that promises serious style and serious sound. Doors open at 3:00pm, making it the perfect warm-up before the evening kicks off, and with tickets starting at just £6 it is one of the most accessible events of the day. Whether you are a seasoned scene regular or just curious to see what the fuss is about, this is the kind of afternoon that turns into an unforgettable one.

Gramps Morgan UK Tour - No Water In My Whisky — Reggae royalty comes to Leicester as Gramps Morgan — one third of the legendary Morgan Heritage — brings his No Water In My Whisky UK tour to the intimate 2Funky Music Cafe at 9:00pm. Expect warm, rootsy vibes, soulful storytelling, and the kind of live performance that reminds you why nothing beats music in a room full of people who truly love it. Tickets are £25–£28, and for an up-close evening with an artist of this calibre, that is genuinely excellent value.

Gramps Morgan UK Tour — A second chance to catch Gramps Morgan live at 2Funky Music Cafe on the same night — this separately ticketed show at 9:00pm gives even more fans the opportunity to experience his warm, roots-steeped sound without missing out. Priced at £25–£30, it is worth checking both listings to find the right ticket option for you, as availability and packages may differ. Do not let a sold-out notice catch you off guard — snap up your spot early for what is shaping up to be one of the richest live music evenings Leicester has seen this summer.

Mr Traumatik tour 2026 — If you want your Saturday night to end with maximum intensity, Mr Traumatik is bringing his 2026 tour to QUARTER 25 at 10:00pm, and this one is not for the faint-hearted. A cult figure in the UK psychedelic bass and rave scene, Mr Traumatik commands a fiercely devoted crowd who come ready to go deep into the night. At £20 a ticket, it is a flat-rate entry into one of the most distinctive and high-energy late-night experiences Leicester will host all year.
Full listings
| Event | Venue | Time | Price | Link | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Live Music | |||||
| Gramps Morgan UK Tour - No Water In My Whisky | 2Funky Music Cafe | 9:00pm | £25–£28 | Tickets | |
| Gramps Morgan UK Tour | 2Funky Music Cafe | 9:00pm | £25–£30 | Tickets | |
| Nightlife | |||||
| CONCORD x Studio 5 - Joey London Style | 2Funky Complex | 3:00pm | £6–£20 | Tickets | |
| Mr Traumatik tour 2026 | QUARTER 25 | 10:00pm | £20 | Tickets | |