Events

JACOB SKINNER Jacob Skinner is an Indie Pop/Rock Artist backed by a band that consists of Sam Harris (Drummer), Dylan Forrest (Lead Guitarist) & Daisy Pepper (Bassist). He has released […]

***THIS EVENT HAS BEEN RESCHEDULED*** The original date was Sat 2nd March Dub Pistols return to Club 85 for a night of Jungle / Drum & Bass. This time we […]

Combining global music, reggae, fusion and punk influences, Jah Wobble has entranced the world with his hypnotic bass riffs for over four decades and has become one of Britain's most […]

Bloodstock Metal 2 the Masses – Hitchin – Heat 1. www.facebook.com/M2TMHITCHIN Club 85 and Bloodstock M2TM are uniting again for 2023, giving more of your favourite unsigned bands a chance […]

The Pad Presents... THE ORB + Guests Very pleased to announce we are bringing THE ORB to Club 85 in Hitchin for an intimate show on Friday 3rd May. Thirty-five […]

The original tribute to The Cure ‘The Cureheads’ return to Club 85 in Hitchin on Sat 4th May following their sell out show at the venue in Feb 2023.   […]

Bloodstock Metal 2 the Masses – Hitchin – Heat 2. www.facebook.com/M2TMHITCHIN Club 85 and Bloodstock M2TM are uniting again for 2023, giving more of your favourite unsigned bands a chance […]

Theatre of Hate + guests In 1980, Kirk Brandon formed Theatre Of Hate from the ashes of heralded punk band The Pack. Joining Kirk on vocals were notable punk musicians […]

One of the UK’s most successful songwriters, Mark Chadwick, has co-written 20 chart singles and 6 Top 40 albums (including a Number 1) as part of the Levellers, the band […]

Bloodstock Metal 2 the Masses - Hitchin - Heat 3. www.facebook.com/M2TMHITCHIN Club 85 and Bloodstock M2TM are uniting again for 2024, giving more of your favourite unsigned bands a chance […]

20 years, a bit less hair, seven kids and one global pandemic after they split, Beretta are back for a one-off reunion gig at the place where it all started […]

Bloodstock Metal 2 the Masses - Hitchin - Heat 4. www.facebook.com/M2TMHITCHIN Club 85 and Bloodstock M2TM are uniting again for 2024, giving more of your favourite unsigned bands a chance […]

The Electric Salad Co and Club 85 proudly present ACID MOTHERS TEMPLE with support from Deviant Amps and Orme ACID MOTHERS TEMPLE Heavy Psych Rock from Japan. https://www.facebook.com/acidmotherstempleofficial/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Acid_Mothers_Temple https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YlGjzvt-Eto […]

?????????????We’ll be hosting a special event this May for our good friend Ethan Burn. Many of you would have already heard his story and understand why this is so important, […]

John Otway is an English singer-songwriter who has built a sizeable cult audience through extensive touring, a surreal sense of humour and a self-deprecating underdog persona. From the age of […]

LIQUID RIOTLiquid Riot, are an up and coming London and Herts based 4-piece band whose electrifying sound and high energy performances have been making waves since their formation in 2023. […]

The Pad Presents www.thepadpresents.com DJ YODA - 50 YEARS OF HIP HOP - AUDIO VISUAL SHOW The legendary DJ Yoda males his debut at Club 85 in Hitchin as part […]

Jack Alexander Introducing Jack Alexander, a dynamic five-piece alternative rock band hailing from the heart of Hertfordshire. With anthems like "Falling" and "We Owe It To The Night" under their […]

Bloodstock Metal 2 The Masses - Hitchin - 1st semi-final.www.facebook.com/M2TMHITCHIN Club 85 and Bloodstock M2TM are uniting again for 2024, giving more of your favourite unsigned bands a chance to […]

GUNS 2 ROSES + Guests(THE ULTIMATE GUNS & ROSES TRIBUTE BAND) If you’re a GN’R fan then this is the night for you!! One of the only tribute bands to […]

Mr and Mrs Hooligan invite you to their 60th Birthday rehearsal barrel bashing extravaganza.. Pet Needs https://www.facebook.com/wearepetneeds Pet Needs are a young four-piece indie-punk band from Colchester in Essex and […]

Bloodstock Metal 2 The Masses - Hitchin - 2nd semi-final.www.facebook.com/M2TMHITCHIN Club 85 and Bloodstock M2TM are uniting again for 2024, giving more of your favourite unsigned bands a chance to […]

"The UK #1 Creedence Clearwater Revival tribute show bring you “The Green River Tour” in 2024 & 2025 celebrating Creedence Clearwater Revival’s first US #1 Album “Green River” in full, […]

Its 10 years to the day since Wrong Jovi played their first ever gig and it was right here at Club 85! In celebration the band is bringing us a […]

The Total Stones Roses + Bowfinger The UK’s BEST Stone Roses Tribute return to the stage to celebrate the 35th Anniversary of the eponymous Stone Roses Debut Album! If you […]

Bloodstock Metal 2 The Masses - Hitchin - Grand Final.www.facebook.com/M2TMHITCHIN Club 85 and Bloodstock M2TM are uniting again for 2024, giving more of your favourite unsigned bands a chance to […]

The Smyths are back on tour for 2024 - and are returning to Club 85 in Hitchin on Friday 5th April following a SOLD OUT out show in 2023. The […]

The Grandfather of Metal is hosting a FREE ENTRY Heavy Metal Banger to celebrate his retirement. Featuring Neverworld, Helgrind, Spectral Darkwave and The Mighty Wraith. Doors: 7pm Age: 16+ with […]

*POSTPONED! NEW DATE NOVEMBER 10th* STRINGS ON FIRE An Evening With Violinist Caroline Owen And 6 Piece Showband With a career spanning more than 15 years as a soloist, recording […]

RED KENNYRed Kenny’s sound has been evolving over the past two years and hasn’t yet settled. The 4 piece band from Hertfordshire have experimented with sounds including indie rock, funk, […]

FOR ONE NIGHT ONLY! The legendary Boom in the Diamond Industry return to Club 85 for a final party! BOOM rised like a phoenix from the ashes of the mythical […]

As we all know, the legendary Club 85 in Hitchin is closing down at the end of the year so, we thought what better place to kick off the 2nd […]

**Please note this show had been moved from Saturday 13th April, all tickets remain valid for the new date**     Picture this… It’s August 1999, people are getting excited […]

The Sambroso All Stars make their Club85 debut on Saturday 17th August! Is there a more iconic Cuban album than Buena Vista Social Club’s eponymous debut? Winning the Grammy for Best […]

Making their debut at Club 85 on the 23rd August is The World's premier Depeche Mode Tribute Act, The Devout. The Devout have brought the Depeche Mode experience to another […]

Jucebox presents WKTD THE GREENSANDS DEADBEAT BRACKET THE SKIVE Doors: 7:45pm Ticket link: https://www.universe.com/events/wktd-the-greensands-deadbeat-bracket-the-skive-tickets 16+ (bring ID).Younger patrons can be signed in at the door and accompanied for the duration […]

All hail the riff! One more night of heavy riffs and atmospheric grooves, featuring: Everest Queen - North Herts-based prog-sludge metallers, previous co-winners of M2TM Hitchin who went down a […]

Embark on a journey through heartland melodies and raw country storytelling with 'The Luke Combs Experience' – an electrifying tribute to one of country music's brightest stars. Join us for […]

One more time, C85 will host a fundraiser for Balstock, Hertfordshire's biggest free music festival!https://balstock.co.uk/ The line-up will feature: Raise The Devil - The southern-tinged rockers with a dark edge, […]

*rescheduled date from Friday 15th June, all tickets remain valid, if unable to attend please get a refund from the point of purchase*   Floyd UK have brought together some […]

JAZZ UP! presents… AWAY FROM HOME The new season of Jazzup returns with a new young band! Over the years JazzUp is proud to have brought you the very best […]

*Extra date added by public demand* The mighty Noasis touch down in Hitchin with their 4th show of the year at Club 85 on Saturday 4th October for one giant […]

NOASIS ‘The Definitive Oasis Tribute Band’ + Guests + Rich Winchester DJ set The mighty Noasis touch down in Hitchin with their 3rd show of the year at Club 85 […]

Join Us for a Salsa Night at Club 85! Special Guests: Yvonne Pataca & Francis Cardoso (Dance Flavourz, Britain’s Got Talent Semifinalists, 2010) Get ready for an unforgettable evening filled […]

We are very pleased to be working with indie heroes, Sleeper once again, as we take their brilliant ‘unplugged’ show to Club 85 in Hitchin. This is an unreserved seating […]

Pat McManus Band http://PATMCMANUS.CO.UK/ The Irish Power Trio led by former Mama’s Boys and Celtus guitarist/violinist, singer and songwriter Pat McManus! Former Mama’s Boys and Celtus guitarist and violin virtuoso, […]

Pleased to announce Absolute Bowie make their debut at Club 85 in Hitchin on Sat 12th October. Now in their 17th year of touring, the UKs 'Best Tribute Band' and […]

We're very excited to be bringing the purveyors of 'maximum rockgrass', Hayseed Dixie to Club 85, Hitchin for the first and (possibly) last time on Thursday 17th October. Hayseed Dixie […]

The Soul Music Collective The Soul Music Collective  is a local band of like-minded musicians and singers who love soul music. The band have been together for 6 years; however, […]

The first fundraiser, to help us secure the funds required for Club 85's future - please see our page for the most recent news, or have a look at our […]

Jucebox Live Presents A night of Indie-Rock music featuring exciting emerging artists from the local area! Introducing Daybreak Daybreak, a vibrant 6-piece band hailing from Bedfordshire, fuses raw and gritty […]

The Pad Presents Pleased to announce we are bringing the legendary Tom Robinson Band to Club 85 in Hitchin for the very first time on Friday 25th October. Born in […]

JAZZ UP! presents… T BONE AFRIKA ALLSTARS Our second gig into the new JAZZ UP season, and it’s going to be a stormer! Get ready to immerse yourself in the […]

We are very pleased to welcome Ultimate RnB to Club85, Hitchin, for a high quality tribute to some of the greatest music ever made. Ultimate RnB are a full 7 […]

The second all-day fundraiser, to help us secure the funds required for Club 85's future - please see our page for the most recent news, or have a look at […]

The Bluetones + The Loose Cut “The Bluetones are a band tied to their Brit Pop past but with tunes that begin to transcend it too” – Louder Than War […]

Ultimate Coldplay Following their sell out show a full 2 months in advance we are pleased to announce Ultimate Coldplay will be returning to Club 85 for a new show […]

Join Us for a Salsa Night at Club 85! Special Guests: Yvonne Pataca & Francis Cardoso (Dance Flavourz, Britain’s Got Talent Semifinalists, 2010) Get ready for an unforgettable evening filled […]

Club85 Presents H A W K L O R D S British Space-Rock Band Originally formed in 1978 from the ashes of The Sonic Assassins, by Robert Calvert and Dave […]

Following a packed out show in 2023 we are pleased to be bringing Big Country back to Club 85 for the 40th Anniversary Tour of their classic STEELETOWN album. ———————– […]

Club85 Presents OZRIC TENTACLES + Guest Ozric Tentacles are regarded as one of the most influential bands to emerge from the UK’s festival scene, formed during the solstice at Stonehenge […]

The Pad Presents www.thepadpresents.com We are very pleased to announce that one of the UKs best loved alt-pop/indie bands, Space will be visiting Club 85, Hitchin for the first and […]

Following a fully sold out show in 2023 we are pleased to announce the return of Moretallica to Club 85 in Hitchin on Sat 23rd November. 2024 is Moretallica's 11th […]

Attention Humans! This is HENGE. We are not from this world. We bring you music from distant planets. We offer this gift for the edification of humankind… so that eventually […]

The last heavy fundraising event of 2024 will feature this exciting line-up: Cage Fight - The unrelenting hardcore 'super-group', signed to the world renown Candlelight Records, featuring members who have […]

JAZZ UP! presents… The DIRT ROAD BAND JAZZUP is proud to present the Dirt Road Band — a night of explosive blues-rock you won’t want to miss! With three of […]

Come join us at Club 85 Hitchin on Sunday 1st December for a night of Brazilian music to help raise money for Club 85!! After the threat of closure and […]

Jucebox Presents GRADE 2 50 years after the genre turned the music world upside-down, Grade 2 bring the raw power of old school punk to a new generation. Their second […]

My Pet Junkie Three-piece pop/grunge/prog rock band from Herts, with influences including The Mars Volta, King Crimson and Nick Drake. www.mypetjunkie.com Instagram: @mypetjunkie Escape Route Four-piece indie rock band from […]

Special Kinda Madness make a welcome return to Club 85 on Saturday 7th December with their classic take on Madness and The Specials. Here's the lowdown; SPECIAL KINDA MADNESS perform […]

The Rattlebacks - Sidewinder Tour! Get Ready, Hitchin! The Rattlebacks are rolling into town with the electrifying Sidewinder UK Tour 2024, and we’re bringing along the epic Night Thieves, Kōdama, […]

We are delighted to announce that our friends Mystery Jets are playing a very special show for us in Aid of Club 85 Hailing from the folkloric birthplace of British […]

Following numerous sold out shows at Club 85 we are excited to announce the return of FOO FIGHTERS GB for one final time on Saturday 14th December. Five musicians at […]

Imajica Theatre have come together with Club85 & Diamond Roadshow Discos to host a Spicy Christmas party and grotto. Come  along and dance your sparkly boots off this Dec at […]

Jucebox precents The Skive are a three-piece punk/garage racket straight outta Stevenage, which is genuinely the 42nd worst town in the UK. These guys are all about filthy, in-your-face energy […]

MOTÖRHEADACHE + Lowdown MOTÖRHEADACHE IS A THREE-PIECE TRIBUTE TO LEMMY'S MUSICAL CAREER WITH MOTÖRHEAD FOR 40 YEARS FROM 1975 TO 2015. SET UP BY LIFELONG MOTÖRHEAD FAN ROB CAMPBELL ON […]

DUB PISTOLS + Hitman + DJ Amiah THE BIG ONE ! With 6 sellout shows at CLUB 85 (more than any other band) DUB PISTOLS are back at the venue […]

Scallywags Christmas Party The Scallywags https://www.facebook.com/The.Scallywags.H.Q Emergency Break https://www.facebook.com/profile Kit Bottomley https://www.facebook.com/profile Full House https://www.facebook.com/FullHouseHerts Plus hosts Smige and Majenta Slipperz Tickets: £8 + 10% Booking Fee or £10 OTD […]

CBGB's comes to Club 85 with the return 'Bootleg Blondie' on Friday 27th December due to public demand. Expect to hear some of the greatest hits across a vast back […]

JazzUp is thrilled to announce its unmissable festive finale to the year—a night of world-class jazz, Celtic flair, and party vibes, headlined by Dave Keech & Sons and featuring Robin […]

With the evening show now SOLD OUT and after an unprecedented demand over the past few months we have now added a very special NOASIS ‘Family Edition Matinee Show’ on […]

The mighty Noasis touch down in Hitchin with their 5th show of the year at Club 85 on Sunday 29th December for one giant party and a celebration of one […]

It gives us great pleasure to announce that your headline act for the evening will be The Hot One Two!! After the huge success of their debut album "Superbia" and […]

LATINO NIGHT RETURNS TO CLUB 85! Friday, January 10th, 2025 Club 85, Hitchin Tickets: £15 – Book now at the Club 85 website! Get ready for an electrifying evening as […]

Formed in 2016, SOUND OF LIONESS is an 8-piece tribute to AMY WINEHOUSE with the goal of paying an authentic homage to the music of the late Amy Winehouse. Complete […]

On Saturday 18th January we welcome back one of the UK’s finest AC/DC Tribute Bands back to Club 85 for their first show in over 2 years. Whole Lotta DC […]

Ion Maiden Formed in August 2018, Ion Maiden was built around the core of four ex-members of some of the best Maiden tribute bands in the UK, and with only […]

Another heavy all-day fundraiser for 85, with all proceeds going towards our 'Battle Fund' to keep our venue open - have look at out GoFundMe page at https://www.gofundme.com/f/club-85s-battle-fund The full […]

LATINO NIGHT RETURNS TO CLUB 85! An unforgettable magical night unfolded last Friday, where we shared an incredible time with a vibrant community of dancers. Led by the extraordinary Francis […]

On Sat 15th Feb we welcome the debut show from Northampton’s legendary Ska outfit The 2 Tones Ska Band to Club 85 Hitchin. The 8 piece band formed in 2007 […]

JAZZ UP! Presents… nova.sol Saturday, 22nd February 2025 | Club85, Hitchin The Future of UK Jazz Hits Hitchin! A band on the rise. A gig you can’t afford to miss. […]

  BOLD AS LOVE are a dynamic 3 piece dedicated to celebrating the legendary music and spirit of Jimi Hendrix. Formed in 2024, we faithfully pay homage to the unparalleled […]

Following 6 SOLD OUT shows in 2024 Noasis return to CLUB 85 Hitchin on Friday 7th March for one giant party and a celebration of one of the greatest bands […]

Another fundraising event for our ongoing 'Battle Fund' to keep the venue open beyond 2025 - for more info please check out our donation page at https://www.gofundme.com/f/club-85s-battle-fund Famyne - Canterbury's […]

After a sell out show in 2023 we are pleased to announce the return of FEROCIOUS DOG as pert of their 2025 acoustic tour. After a roaring spring tour celebrating […]

A night of high octane Heavy Metal to raise money for the legendary Club 85. Featuring Neverworld, The Death Valley Knights, Planet Fatale and Cutlass. Doors 7pm Tickets £8 + […]

LATINO NIGHT IS BACK! After the incredible success of our Valentine’s Special, we’re bringing Latino Night back—bigger, better, and hotter than ever! Doors open at 19:45 Tickets: £15 – Book […]

‘Decades’ is a fantastic night celebrating 30 years of brilliant indie rock/pop created by local bands to support our beloved live music venue Club 85. All proceeds go straight to […]

U2UK – The Ultimate Tribute to U2 – 7:30pm, Friday 28thMarch, Club 85, Hitchin   We are pleased to announce U2UK make their debut appearance at Club 85 on Friday […]

JAZZ UP! Presents… SPRING GROOVE As we prepare for our upcoming JazzUp event at Club 85, we find ourselves reflecting on the countless nights of music, camaraderie, and community that […]