Good Times on the pitch at Yate Town Football Club

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Get ready for the biggest scale Music and Comedy events that Yate has ever seen!

McFly, The Ultra Violets + Holler - Wednesday 22 May 

With seven UK number-one singles, six top-ten albums, seven arena tours and ten million records sold worldwide, McFly are without question one of the most significant British pop acts of the twenty-first century. Since hitting the big time as the youngest band ever to have a debut album go straight to number one — beating The Beatles’ long-standing record — Tom, Danny, Dougie and Harry have become one of the best-loved bands, not to mention major stars in their own right.

McFly will be supported at this show by The Ultra Violets and Holler. 

Jools Holland & his Rhythm & Blues Orchestra - Thursday 23 May 

Musical maestro Jools Holland and his revered Rhythm & Blues Orchestra are set to join for an unforgettable evening with some very special guests! Fans will be thrilled to hear that the show will feature the outstanding vocals of Ruby Turner and Louise Marshall, as well as the highly talented Sumudu Jayatilaka. Together with the inimitable musicianship of the Rhythm & Blues Orchestra, which features drums from original Squeeze member Gilson Lavis, Jools Holland will be performing tracks spanning his entire solo career. With a catalogue that reaches through decades, prepare to enjoy the greatest boogie-woogie party in town!

Award winning Elles Bailey, the smokey voiced, human dynamo has powered her way to the forefront of the British blues and roots scene in recent years.  She’s amassed over 10 million streams on Spotify, has played at huge festivals around Europe and has performed alongside Don McLean and Blues Legend Walter Trout.

Scouting for Girls, Toploader + Mosaic - Friday 24 May 

Throughout Scouting For Girls’ immensely successful career they’ve sold over two million albums, two million singles, had four Brit Award nominations, an Ivor Novello nomination, had four top ten singles, sold-out Wembley Arena, The Royal Albert Hall and most recently sold-out two nights at The London Palladium and had a series of hit singles all of which were inescapable radio smashes. Scouting For Girls continue to prove they are unstoppable.

Performing all their hits at Good Times, get ready for ‘She’s So Lovely’, ‘Heartbeat’, ‘Elvis Ain’t Dead’, ‘Famous, ‘James Bond’ & More!

Joining Scouting For Girls will be iconic British band TOPLOADER. Since forming in 1997 Toploader have over two million album sales to their name and a string of top 20 hits both home and abroad. Their debut album ‘Onka’s Big Moka,‘ sold over one million copies and remained in the Top 5 of the UK album chart for over six months earning them 4 Brit Award nominations. You may have spotted them on ‘Ant & Dec’s Saturday Night Takeaway’ so get ready to go Dancing in the Moonlight at Good Times!

Opening this event, is Bristol based Alt-Rock trio Mosaic. Mosaic are shaking up traditional pop punk sounds with catchy rock vocals and indie grunge sound. Through absorbing ris and punchy Indie Pop choruses, Mosaic has taken the evolution of Pop Punk one step further, turning high-brow rhythmic intricacy into anthemically pleasing hits. Expect distinctive instrumentals armed with sharp melodic hooks, resonant vocal harmonies and dopamine-releasing lyrics. 

Sophie Ellis-Bextor + Special Guests - Saturday 25 May 

Sophie Ellis-Bextor shot to fame as a vocalist on Spiller's huge number one single, ‘Groovejet’ and her worldwide smash hit, ‘Murder on the Dancefloor’.  Her debut solo album, ‘Read My Lips’, was released in 2001 and sold more than 2 million copies worldwide. 
In 2020, her Kitchen Discos, performed at home during lockdown with her five sons and recorded by her husband, musician Richard Jones, were watched and enjoyed by 40 million around the world. Following the performances, she released her latest album ‘Songs From The Kitchen Disco’ in late 2020 on Cooking Vinyl, bringing together Sophie’s hits with many other songs from her phenomenally successful lockdown Kitchen Disco performances, garnering further critical acclaim and yet another top 10 UK album chart position.

Andy and the Odd Socks + Hacker + mini rave + inflatable zone + unlimited squash - Sunday 26 May 

Good Times are so excited to welcome Andy and the Odd Socks back ! 

Tickets also include: Hacker the Dog,  Mini rave and foam party from Party Peeps, Inflatable assault course, giant slide and bouncy castles all included from DJ Bridgeeo’s entertainment + Unlimited Robinson’s Squash for the kids throughout the entire event!

Straight off the TV and onto the live stage, Andy and the Odd Socks bring their brilliant madcap mix of songs, slapstick and silliness to life with a
show to entertain families of all ages. Featuring a host of popular songs from their much loved CBBC TV series “Andy and the Band”, children’s TV megastar Andy Day (Andy’s Dinosaur Adventures, Andy and the Band) along with Moxy, Rio, Blu and Cousin Mac deliver a hilarious, uplifting, fun live performance that not only has songs for everyone to sing along to, but also has a positive message to be yourself and proud of who you are.

One of the most popular and endearing live music shows in the UK, Andy and the Odd Socks are every kids essential first gig! Oh and the parents love it too! 

Ibiza in Symphony - Sunday 26 May 

This electrifying live show features an incredible orchestra made up of some of the world's best musicians and singers, bringing the biggest Ibiza anthems to life with a sound that is both unique and unforgettable

But Ibiza in Symphony is more than just a concert - it's a visual and auditory feast for the senses. The musicians, singers, and DJs come together in a way that is both captivating and inspiring, taking the audience on a journey through the history of Ibiza's music and culture. From the moment the first beat drops, you'll be transported to the heart of Ibiza, where the sun is always shining and the party never stops.

The setlist includes hits from some of the biggest names in Ibiza music, including Fatboy Slim, Robert Miles, Darude, Faithless, Chicane, ATB, and more. The performers bring their unique style and energy to each song, creating a show that is both a tribute to the iconic Ibiza sound and a fresh take on it. From classic anthems to modern hits, the setlist has something for everyone.

But what really sets Ibiza in Symphony apart is the way that the show brings together the different elements of Ibiza's music and culture. By combining classical musicians, singers, and DJ, the show creates a seamless blend of electronic beats, live instruments, and soaring vocals that is both unique and exciting. 

All-Star Comedy Gala - Monday 27 May 

Last year’s Comedy Gala was a huge success and you’re set for more big laughs this time around with Cerys Nelmes back as the fabulous compere!

Your comedy stars announced so far include:  Zoe Lyons, Troy Hawke & Ed Byrne!