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SUMMARY:Cockerham Field Day 2026
DESCRIPTION:We’re returning to this gig\, which we played in 2024. We’ll be leading the village procession down the Main Street and then performing a short static set a little later.
URL:https://batalalancaster.com/gig/cockerham-field-day-2026/
LOCATION:Cockerham\, Lancaster
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260711T130000
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SUMMARY:Preesall and Knott End Gala 2026
DESCRIPTION:We’ll be back at Knott End and Preesall gala\, taking part in the parade and then performing on the field.
URL:https://batalalancaster.com/gig/preesall-and-knott-end-gala-2026/
LOCATION:Preesall and Knott End\, FY6 0AD\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260718T110000
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SUMMARY:Blackpool Colour Run 2026
DESCRIPTION:Our second time playing at this 3K run on the beach in aid of Trinity Hospice.
URL:https://batalalancaster.com/gig/blackpool-colour-run-2026/
LOCATION:Starr Gate Beach\, Blackpool\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260731T000000
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SUMMARY:Kendal Calling 2026
DESCRIPTION:We’re back in the fields at Kendal Calling 2026 \n\n\n\nOur set times:\n\n\n\nFRIDAY \n\n\n\n\n17:20 – 17:50 Near Kendal Calling letters sign\n\n\n\n19:50 - 20:10 Between Woodlands and Lost Eden\n\n\n\n21:00 - 21:20 Outside Roots\n\n\n\n\nSATURDAY \n\n\n\n\n14:15 – 14:40 Outside Blind Badger / Soapbox \n\n\n\n17:30 – 17:50 Between Woodlands and Lost Eden\n\n\n\n19:00 – 19:25 Outside Blind Badger / Soapbox\n\n\n\n\nSUNDAY \n\n\n\n\n13:30 – 14:00 Between Woodlands and Lost Eden\n\n\n\n\nSee you in the fields!
URL:https://batalalancaster.com/gig/kendal-calling-2026/
LOCATION:Lowther Deer Park\,\, Penrith
CATEGORIES:Festivals
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260814T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260815T120000
DTSTAMP:20260730T114706Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260730T114706Z
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SUMMARY:Edinburgh Fringe 2026
DESCRIPTION:We’re back at Edinburgh Fringe where we will be playing two sets\, joined by members of Batala Manchester and Batala Bristol! \n\n\n\n1. Friday night finale show on the Mound at 5:00 – 6:00 pm2. Saturday morning set at 11:00 am – 12:00 pm at Princes Street Gardens
URL:https://batalalancaster.com/gig/edinburgh-fringe-2026/
LOCATION:The Mound\, Edinburgh\, EH1 1YZ\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260831T000000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260831T235959
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T174121Z
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SUMMARY:Notting Hill Carnival 2026
DESCRIPTION:We’ll be joining 250 Batala drummers from all over the world as part of a huge Batala Mundo band at Notting Hill Carnival.
URL:https://batalalancaster.com/gig/notting-hill-carnival-2026/
LOCATION:Notting Hill\, Notting Hill\, London\, W11 2PA\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260906T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260906T150000
DTSTAMP:20260830T160802Z
CREATED:20260830T160326Z
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UID:24179-1788692400-1788706800@batalalancaster.com
SUMMARY:Batala Lancaster busk for LDHAS
DESCRIPTION:A busking fundraiser for Lancaster & District Homeless Action Services (LDHAS). \n\n\n\nWe have already raised £722 this year\, so we would love it if you supported us and helped us reach our target. \n\n\n\nIf you can’t support us in person\, you can donate online: https://www.justgiving.com/page/batala-lancaster-ldhas \n\n\n\n\n\n\nOur charity fundraising
URL:https://batalalancaster.com/gig/batala-lancaster-busk-for-ldhas/
LOCATION:The Glebe\, Glebe Road\, Bowness\, LA23 3HE\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Charity
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260913T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260913T143000
DTSTAMP:20260824T102952Z
CREATED:20260330T104059Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260824T102952Z
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SUMMARY:Great North Run 2026
DESCRIPTION:We’ll be playing for the runners at the Great North Run\, in support of Macmillan.
URL:https://batalalancaster.com/gig/great-north-run-2026/
LOCATION:John Reid Road\, South Shields
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260926T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260926T193000
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SUMMARY:Bay Drumfest
DESCRIPTION:This event is organised by our friends at Samba Espirito to celebrate their 10th anniversary. It features 10 other drumming bands and a host of dance groups from across the north-west\, all performing as part of a Drum Trail throughout the day at various spots along Morecambe Promenade. \n\n\n\nAt the end of the day\, many of the bands and dancers will then parade at 6.45pm from the RNLI station back to Harry’s Bar. \n\n\n\nFeatured bands:\n\n\n\n\nSamba Espirito\n\n\n\nBaybeat Street Band\n\n\n\nBoom Dang\n\n\n\nBjamba\n\n\n\nFirestarters Street Band\n\n\n\nValley Beats\n\n\n\nJubacana\n\n\n\nSambafriq\n\n\n\nBanda Na Rua\n\n\n\nBatala Lancaster\n\n\n\nMilnthorpe Steel Band\n\n\n\n\nPerformances from:\n\n\n\n\n Northern Heights Stilt Walkers\n\n\n\nThe Performance School\n\n\n\nTurning Point\n\n\n\nMorecambe Bay Academy dancers \n\n\n\nThe Dance Hub.\n\n\n\n\nWe will be performing as part of the drum trail\, at 5:30pm at Mountain View\, and joining the parade at 6:45pm from the RNLI station back to Harry’s Bar.
URL:https://batalalancaster.com/gig/bay-drumfest/
LOCATION:Morecambe\, LA4 4BX\, United Kingdom
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ORGANIZER;CN="Samba Espirito":MAILTO:info@sambaespirito.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261011T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261011T140000
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SUMMARY:Lancaster Music Festival 2026
DESCRIPTION:Lancaster Music Festival is back\, with over 500 shows from over 300 acts right across the city from 8 – 11 October. We’re delighted to be back playing in Dalton Square on the Sunday afternoon.  \n\n\n\nWe’ll be playing two sets\, at 12:00 and 1:30pm
URL:https://batalalancaster.com/gig/lancaster-music-festival-2026/
LOCATION:Dalton Square\, Dalton Square\, Lancaster\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261107T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261107T190000
DTSTAMP:20261014T173032Z
CREATED:20261014T172942Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261014T173032Z
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SUMMARY:Galgate Village Bonfire 2026
DESCRIPTION:We’re playing at Galgate Village bonfire at 6:00pm before the fireworks.
URL:https://batalalancaster.com/gig/galgate-village-bonfire-2026/
LOCATION:Ellel Village Hall\, Galgate\, LA2 0JR\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261114T160000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261114T180000
DTSTAMP:20261019T113614Z
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SUMMARY:Burnley Lights switch on 2026
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the magical lantern parade as it sets off from Pioneer Place at 4.00pm and winds its way through the town centre. The parade will lead to the grand finale\, where the Light Switch-on will take place at 5.30pm\, complete with a countdown and snow cannons firing a flurry of magic on Burnley’s St James’s Street. \n\n\n\nThis is part of a full day of events and live performances throughout the town. See the website for the full itinerary.
URL:https://batalalancaster.com/gig/burnley-lights-switch-on-2026/
LOCATION:Burnley\, Burnley\, BB11 1DF
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261205T133000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261205T153000
DTSTAMP:20260330T104418Z
CREATED:20260330T104415Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T104418Z
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SUMMARY:Kirkby Lonsdale Christmas Fair 2026
DESCRIPTION:We’re back for festive fun at Kirkby Lonsdale Christmas fair\, leading the Santa parade.
URL:https://batalalancaster.com/gig/kirkby-lonsdale-christmas-fair-2026/
LOCATION:Market Square\, Kirkby Lonsdale
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261207T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261208T210000
DTSTAMP:20261019T123511Z
CREATED:20260330T104852Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261019T123511Z
UID:23563-1796666400-1796763600@batalalancaster.com
SUMMARY:Garstang Victorian Christmas Festival 2026
DESCRIPTION:This festival has been a Garstang tradition for over 40 years. The streets are filled with stalls and entertainment. We will be performing both evenings. \n\n\n\nMore information to follow
URL:https://batalalancaster.com/gig/garstang-victorian-christmas-festival-2026/
LOCATION:Garstang High Street\, PR3 1FA\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261219T183000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261219T203000
DTSTAMP:20261019T122440Z
CREATED:20261005T084851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261019T122440Z
UID:24227-1797705000-1797712200@batalalancaster.com
SUMMARY:Brockholes Winter Celebration
DESCRIPTION:We’ll be playing at this ticketed event inspired by the Roman festival of Saturnalia\, which features Father Christmas wearing traditional green\, side stalls\, a Christmas Market\, willow weaving\, alpaca reindeer\, Punch and Judy and more. We’ll perform two 15-minute sets at 6:45 and 7:40pm and then take part in the torchlit procession.The event itself runs from 5:00 to 8:30pm. See the event website for more information and bookings.
URL:https://batalalancaster.com/gig/brockholes-winter-celebration/
LOCATION:Brockholes Nature Reserve\, Preston\, Lancashire\, PR5 0AG
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261220T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261220T140000
DTSTAMP:20261023T160456Z
CREATED:20261023T153638Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261023T160456Z
UID:24268-1797764400-1797775200@batalalancaster.com
SUMMARY:Charity Christmas Busk for LDHAS
DESCRIPTION:Liven up your Christmas shopping with our beats as we busk in the city centre to raise money for Lancaster & District Homeless Action Service (LDHAS). \n\n\n\n\nDonate to our fundraising page
URL:https://batalalancaster.com/gig/charity-christmas-busk-2026/
LOCATION:Market Square\, Lancaster City Museum\, Lancaster\, LA1 1HT\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Charity
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20270912T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20270912T143000
DTSTAMP:20261014T172619Z
CREATED:20260830T161854Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261014T172619Z
UID:24186-1820750400-1820759400@batalalancaster.com
SUMMARY:Great North Run 2027
DESCRIPTION:We’ll be playing for the runners at the Great North Run\, in support of Macmillan.
URL:https://batalalancaster.com/gig/great-north-run-2027/
LOCATION:John Reid Road\, South Shields
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