Gig Guide – Brickmakers


Please note: Children are not allowed on the premises after 7pm.

MARCH 2026 :

March – June
METAL 2 THE MASSES 2026

M2TM returns to the Brickmakers! The final line up for this year’s competition is set and the bands are getting ready.

Contact the bands for advanced tickets.

Saturday 7th March:
Brickmakers Darts Round Robin Tournament

Don’t miss out on the competition.

£5 entry

Doors 12pm

FREE ENTRY

Sunday 8th March:
The Black Dog Music Youth Project

3pm – 6pm

FREE ENTRY

Sunday 8th March:
PUB QUIZ – Raising Money For SACKHEAD, Local Short Film

7pm

Teams of up to 6, £2 per person.

Please book In advance at 01603 947881

Wednesday 11th March:
The Black Dog Music Project

7pm

FREE ENTRY

Thursday 12th March:
Open Mic

7pm

Our Open Mic is on the Second and Last Thursday of the month, starting at 7.30pm with our host extrordinaire Peter Turrell at the helm!!

No need to book in advance, just turn up on the night and pop your name down, usually 2/3 songs, open to all abilities. Comedians and Poets are welcome too.

Most weeks we have a featured act performing too

FREE ENTRY

Friday 13th March:
999 At The Brickmakers
Doors 7:30pm

999 Celebrating 50 years of Punk Rock at The Brickmakers and B2 Norwich on Friday 13th March 2026 supported by Red Flag 77

TICKETS HERE

Saturday 14th March:
6 Card Cribbage Competition

2:30pm

Six card singles, please register from 2:30. Competition from 3pm – 6pm.

£3 Entry Per Person

Saturday 14th March:
Mission Remission Presents : Stars In Their Eyes

7pm

Get ready to see your favourite stars come to life at Star in Their Eyes Norwich—it’s gonna be a night to remember!!

Star in Their Eyes Norwich
Get ready for an unforgettable night at The Brickmakers, Norwich! This in-person event is all about fun, music, and amazing performances. Whether you’re a fan or just looking for a great night out, come join us and see local talent shine bright. Bring your friends, enjoy the vibes, and maybe even discover your new favourite star. Don’t miss out on the excitement happening right here in Norwich!

Sunday 15th March:
THOSE DEADBEAT CATS

3pm

Wayne & the Gang are back, playing a mix up of modern and classic songs, in their signature Rockabilly style

FREE ENTRY

Wednesday 18th March:
Brickmakers Big Quiz

8pm

£2 cash entry

Teams up to 6 people

Please book here01603 947881

Thursday 19th March:
Marys Marvellous Music Bingo

7pm

Music bingo is like regular bingo but with songs instead of numbers! 
Cross songs off your bingo card as you hear them and compete for cash prizes!
It’s always a really fun night out!
£10 for 3 rounds (or £4 individually).
CASH please – a percentage of the money goes to charity Norfolk SEN Network
Please book ahead on 01603 947881

Friday 20th March:
GLAMOUR OF THE KILL – UK TOUR + THIS HOUSE WE BUILT & AETHORIA
7:30pm

GLAMOUR OF THE KILL

THIS HOUSE WE BUILT

AETHORIA

TICKETS HERE

Saturday 21th March:
ION MAIDEN
8pm

ION MAIDEN Are Back 🔥

Saturday 21st March Is The Final Night Of Our Celebration Of 40 Years Of The Iconic LIVE AFTER DEATH Album 

We Will Be Taking You Back To 1984 / 85 ……With Spandex And All.

There May Also Be Another Couple Of Surprises Added To Our Set As We Have Really Missed Playing Songs From Other Eras …..And As It’s The Last Night Of This Current Run Of Shows ….We Thought Why Not !!

See Ya There Folks 🤘🔥🤘

TICKETS HERE

Sunday 22nd March:
ANDY TURNS 40 – Birthday All Dayer
12:30pm

Peter Turrell
Amy Reeve
Avoidant
Triggered Velocity
Hammeta
Lara Price
Gent
Crowned Hyenas
Red Leaf

FREE ENTRY

Wednesday 25th:
Norfolk Blues Society
8pm

Our monthly blues jam returns once again.

FREE ENTRY

Thursday 26th:
Open Mic with Peter T

7:30pm

Our Open Mic is on the Second and Last Thursday of the month, starting at 7.30pm with our host extrordinaire Peter Turrell at the helm!!

No need to book in advance, just turn up on the night and pop your name down, usually 2/3 songs, open to all abilities. Comedians and Poets are welcome too.

Most weeks we have a featured act performing too

FREE ENTRY

Friday 27th March:
INXS GB
7:30pm

A Tribute To INXS

Catch Them On There 2026 “Good Times Tour” At The Brickmakers!

TICKETS HERE

Saturday 28th March:
6 Card Cribbage Competition

2:30pm

Six card singles, please register from 2:30. Competition from 3pm – 6pm.

£3 Entry Per Person

Saturday 28th March:
Not The Story, Morning Glory?
9pm

Norfolks number 1 oasis tribute are back in town for a night of brit pop anthems here at the Brickmakers. Don’t Miss Out!!

FREE ENTRY

Sunday 29th March:
Wiggy Stardust & The Ciders From Jars
3pm

Great dancing tunes to get your toes taping from the 40s to present day. Featuring your all time favourites of all time, not arf…

FREE ENTRY

Sunday 29th March:
Sing It your Way Karaoke
7pm

Karaoke is back at The Brickmakers so bring your singing voice for night of great drinks, music and fun.

FREE ENTRY


Please note: Children are not allowed on the premises after 7pm.

APRIL 2026:

Wednesday 1st April:
RAVENS MOTORCYCLE CLUB BIKE NIGHT

6pm

Stating soon on the first of April, The Ravens Motorcycle Club will be hosting a bike night at The Brickmakers every 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month.

Free Entry

Wednesday 1st April
Psychedelic Circus

Psychedelic circus is here at the Brickmakers bring an array of acts such as, dancers, jugglers, and musicians!
Free Entry

Thursday 2nd April
METAL 2 THE MASSES HEAT 2!

M2TM returns to the Brickmakers for the Second heat of 2026!

AZURE SKY
FAR FROM REFUGE
HEDRA
Dirty Donations

Compete for a chance to progress to the Semi-finals.

Tickets available from the bands directly for £8 in advance. 50% of their funds go back to the band.

Doors at 7pm, £10 entry on the door.

Friday 3rd April
The Gerry Cinna-man Experience

The Gerry Cinna-Man Experience comes back to The Brickmakers in Norwich for what will be an absolute BELTER of a night

TICKETS HERE

Saturday 4th April:
Darts Knockout Competitions

Doors 12pm, Competition starts 12:30pm

Pre Entry Available, Call 06103 946881

£5 ENTRY STANDARD COMPETITIONS

£10 ENTRY CHARITY COMPETITIONS

Saturday 4th April
Route 66

Classic old school rockers Route 66 are back at the Brickmakers for another night of great tunes.

FREE ENTRY

Wednesday 8th April:
The Black Dog Music Project

7pm

The Black Dog Music Project is a non profit user led charity which enables people in and around Norfolk who experience mental health challenges to discover or rediscover a passion for music. 

FREE ENTRY

Thursday 9th April:
Open Mic with Peter T

7:30pm

Our Open Mic is on the Second and Last Thursday of the month, starting at 7.30pm with our host extrordinaire Peter Turrell at the helm!!

No need to book in advance, just turn up on the night and pop your name down, usually 2/3 songs, open to all abilities. Comedians and Poets are welcome too.

Most weeks we have a featured act performing too

FREE ENTRY

Friday 10th April:
Rawkas
9pm

Rawkas are back, playing classic rock anthems from throughout the years.

FREE ENTRY

Saturday 11th April:
6 Card Cribbage Singles
9pm

Register from 2:30pm, Competition Starts at 3pm.

Book Your Seat At 01603 947881

Saturday 11th April:
The Stereotypes
9pm

The Stereotypes perform live at the Brickmakers, Norwich.

Non-stop Britpop & Indie Anthems!

FREE ENTRY

Sunday 12th April:
Soul Bags
3pm

A Sunday afternoon soul session for all the family to enjoy with Soul Bags bringing their traditional soul sound to the Brickmakers.

Free Entry

Sunday 12th April:
Marys Marvellous Music Quiz
7pm

Mary’s marvellous music quiz! a fun music quiz with music intros, outros, trivia rounds and lots more!

Teams up to 6 people

£2 Entry per person – a percentage of the money goes to charity Norfolk SEN Network

Please book ahead on 01603 947881

Regular event, usually on the first Sunday of the month 

Wednesday 15th April:
Brickies Quiz Night

8pm

£2 cash entry

Teams up to 6 people

Please book here 01603 947881

Thursday 16th April:
METAL 2 THE MASSES HEAT 3!

M2TM returns to the Brickmakers for the Second heat of 2026!

Jehenna
Darkness To Light
Lease On Life
HOOF!

Compete for a chance to progress to the Semi-finals.

Tickets available from the bands directly for £8 in advance. 50% of their funds go back to the band.

Doors at 7pm, £10 entry on the door.

Friday 17th April:
CHELSEA

CHELSEA are celebrating their 50th Anniversary at The Brickmakers and B2 Norwich on Friday 17th April 2026 supported by North City Lager System.

TICKETS HERE

Sunday 19th April
Addictive Mix

AddictiveMix! is a 5-piece band hooking audiences with their unique twist on floor-filling classics from the 70’s to now. Led by the effervescent Kyra on vocals and backed by super-talented musicians, these guys play remarkable mixes of songs you love!

FREE EVENT

Wednesday 22nd:
THE BLUE LION BAND
8pm

These guys play an unusual high energy mix of funk, old-school rock, jazz, current top 40, soul, swing, 80s/70s/90s hits, latin/afro-cuban, horas and more – anything to get ’em up and dancing!!

This showcase is the band rehearsal evening – we’ll be playing new and old material, and we’ll probably play some pretty unusual stuff too – always a lot of fun! We’ll play a mixture of chilled out music and high energy tunes.

FREE ENTRY

Thursday 23nd April
METAL 2 THE MASSES HEAT 4!

M2TM returns to the Brickmakers for the forth and final heat of 2026!

Own Your Life
Wicca
Fallen Relic
Srebus

Compete for a chance to progress to the Semi-finals.

Tickets available from the bands directly for £8 in advance. 50% of their funds go back to the band.

Doors at 7pm, £10 entry on the door.

Friday 24th April
TATTOOED LIES

4 piece melodic rock tattooed lies are back at the Brickmakers!!

FREE ENTRY

Saturday 25th April
METAL 2 THE MASSES SEMI FINAL 1

The First Semi Final Round For This Years Contest

Bands Still To Be Announced…

With Special Guest Headliners Existentialist!!

Tickets available from the bands directly for £8 in advance. 50% of their funds go back to the band.

Doors at 7pm, £10 entry on the door.

Sunday 26th April:
V8- RUMBLE
7pm

V8 Rumble have graced the stage with their double bass riffing, rockabilly sound for 20 years.

FREE ENTRY

Sunday 26th April:
Sing It your Way Karaoke
7pm

Karaoke is back at The Brickmakers so bring your singing voice for night of great drinks, music and fun.

FREE ENTRY

Wednesday 29th April
Norfolk Blues Society
8pm

Our monthly blues jam returns once again.

FREE ENTRY

Thursday 30th April:
Open Mic with Peter T

7:30pm

Our Open Mic is on the Second and Last Thursday of the month, starting at 7.30pm with our host extrordinaire Peter Turrell at the helm!!

No need to book in advance, just turn up on the night and pop your name down, usually 2/3 songs, open to all abilities. Comedians and Poets are welcome too.

Most weeks we have a featured act performing too

FREE ENTRY


Please note: Children are not allowed on the premises after 7pm.

MAY 2026:

Friday 1st May:
After Thought

7pm

4 piece rock band After Thought our back at The Brickmakers performing your favourite rock and pop anthems.

FREE ENTRY

Saturday 2nd May:
ROXOFF Festival, The Day Before:

Daxx & Roxane, Until9. The Soul Revival, Manors, Planet Fatale, Jehenna and CTOAN!
7pm

Another amazing lineup from the folks at ROXOFF.
DAXX & ROXANE
UNTIL 9
THE SOUL REVIVAL
MANORS
PLANET FATALE
JEHENNA
CTOAN

TICKETS HERE

Sunday 3rd May:
SKA SOULS

3pm

Ska, 2 Tone and Reggae all at the Brickmakers, so keep your Sunday afternoon free for some great music from Ska Souls.

FREE ENTRY

Sunday 3rd May:
Marys Marvellous Music Quiz
7pm

Mary’s marvellous music quiz! a fun music quiz with music intros, outros, trivia rounds and lots more!

Teams up to 6 people

£2 Entry per person – a percentage of the money goes to charity Norfolk SEN Network

Please book ahead on 01603 947881

Regular event, usually on the first Sunday of the month 

Saturday 9th May
METAL 2 THE MASSES SEMI FINAL 2

The Second And Final Semi Final Round For This Years Contest

Bands Still To Be Announced…

With Special Guest Headliners Existentialist!!

Tickets available from the bands directly for £8 in advance. 50% of their funds go back to the band.

Doors at 7pm, £10 entry on the door.

Sunday 10th May!
PYEVAROTTI

STEVIE PYE AS PYEVAROTTI

One of Norfolks best around entertainers, Pyevarotti is here at the Brickmakers for an afternoon of dancing and laughter.

FREE ENTRY

Wednesday 13th April:
The Black Dog Music Project

7pm

The Black Dog Music Project is a non profit user led charity which enables people in and around Norfolk who experience mental health challenges to discover or rediscover a passion for music. 

FREE ENTRY

Thursday 14th May:
Open Mic with Peter T

7:30pm

Our Open Mic is on the Second and Last Thursday of the month, starting at 7.30pm with our host extrordinaire Peter Turrell at the helm!!

No need to book in advance, just turn up on the night and pop your name down, usually 2/3 songs, open to all abilities. Comedians and Poets are welcome too.

Most weeks we have a featured act performing too

FREE ENTRY

Friday 15th May:
Thin Lizzish

9pm

Thin Lizzish: The Ultimate Tribute to Thin Lizzy – Capturing the spirit, sound, and soul of the original legends with unmatched accuracy.

FREE ENTRY

Friday 15th May:
SEARCHLIGHT PROMOTIONS PRESENTS – DIVA PURPLE

9pm

Searchlight promotions brings the Uk’s leading female tribute to the Brickmakers.

TICKETS HERE

Wednesday 20th May:
Brickies Quiz Night

8pm

£2 cash entry

Teams up to 6 people

Please book here 01603 947881

Friday 22nd May:
Decades Apart

9pm

Norwich rock/pop guitar covers band playing Queen, R.E.M, Coldplay, Blondie, U2, Pretenders, RHCP, SRV, Nirvana . . . & lots more.

FREE ENTRY

Saturday 23rd-24th May:
SLAYFEST 2026

2 days, 2 stages, 28 bands, no clashes!
12:30pm

Full lineup Is here!

TICKETS HERE

Wednesday 27th May:
Norfolk Blues Society
8pm

Our monthly blues jam returns once again.

FREE ENTRY

Thursday 18th May:
Open Mic with Peter T

7:30pm

Our Open Mic is on the Second and Last Thursday of the month, starting at 7.30pm with our host extrordinaire Peter Turrell at the helm!!

No need to book in advance, just turn up on the night and pop your name down, usually 2/3 songs, open to all abilities. Comedians and Poets are welcome too.

Most weeks we have a featured act performing too

FREE ENTRY

Friday 29th May:
Chez Kane

Doors 7pm


🇬🇧 UK! BIG NEWS! 💥

I’m beyond excited to announce that me and the guys are heading out on my first headline tour in FOUR years, in May 2026! 🎸

You’ll hear songs from my brand new album ‘Reckless’ live for the very first time!

I can’t wait to see you down the front. 🤘🏻

Saturday 30th May:
DIRTY HAVANA

9pm

Norfolks loudest 80’s Rock Pop Band are back at the Brickmakers for another night of head banging classics.

FREE ENTRY

Sunday 31st May:
Porkys Hot Rockin
3pm

Porky and the boys are back for another Sunday afternoon jam.

FREE ENTRY

Sunday 31st May:
Sing It your Way Karaoke
7pm

Karaoke is back at The Brickmakers so bring your singing voice for night of great drinks, music and fun.

FREE ENTRY


Please note: Children are not allowed on the premises after 7pm.

JUNE 2026:

Wednesday 3rd June:
THE BLUE LION BAND
8pm

These guys play an unusual high energy mix of funk, old-school rock, jazz, current top 40, soul, swing, 80s/70s/90s hits, latin/afro-cuban, horas and more – anything to get ’em up and dancing!!

This showcase is the band rehearsal evening – we’ll be playing new and old material, and we’ll probably play some pretty unusual stuff too – always a lot of fun! We’ll play a mixture of chilled out music and high energy tunes.

FREE ENTRY

Thursday 4th June:
WICKED SMILE + Suports
7pm

Wicked Smile… Heavy Metal from Melbourne Australia!

Rattlesnakes

CTOAN… Local Alternative Metal

TICKETS HERE

Friday 5th June:
WIGGY STARDUST And The Ciders From Jars
9pm

Wiggy Is back playing your favourite tunes form the 70s, 80s and more!

FREE ENTRY

Saturday 6th June:
METAL 2 THE MASSES GRAND FINAL

The Grand Final of this years Competition.

Bands Still To Be Announced…

Tickets available from the bands directly for £8 in advance. 50% of their funds go back to the band.

Doors at 7pm, £10 entry on the door.

Sunday 7th June:
SKA FACE
3pm

Mary’s marvellous music quiz! a fun music quiz with music intros, outros, trivia rounds and lots more!

Teams up to 6 people

£2 Entry per person – a percentage of the money goes to charity Norfolk SEN Network

Please book ahead on 01603 947881

Regular event, usually on the first Sunday of the month 

Sunday 7th June:
Marys Marvellous Music Quiz
7pm

Mary’s marvellous music quiz! a fun music quiz with music intros, outros, trivia rounds and lots more!

Teams up to 6 people

£2 Entry per person – a percentage of the money goes to charity Norfolk SEN Network

Please book ahead on 01603 947881

Regular event, usually on the first Sunday of the month 

Wednesday 10th June:
The Black Dog Music Project

7pm

The Black Dog Music Project is a non profit user led charity which enables people in and around Norfolk who experience mental health challenges to discover or rediscover a passion for music. 

FREE ENTRY

Thursday 11th June:
Open Mic with Peter T

7:30pm

Our Open Mic is on the Second and Last Thursday of the month, starting at 7.30pm with our host extrordinaire Peter Turrell at the helm!!

No need to book in advance, just turn up on the night and pop your name down, usually 2/3 songs, open to all abilities. Comedians and Poets are welcome too.

Most weeks we have a featured act performing too

FREE ENTRY

Saturday 13th June:
Brickmakers Darts Knockout Competitions

12pm

Pre book at 01603 947881

£5 Entry

Sunday 14th June:
THOSE DEADBEAT CATS

3pm

The Boys are back bringing their unique fusion of pop and rockabilly to the Brickmakers stage.

FREE ENTRY

Wednesday 17th June:
Brickies Quiz Night

8pm

£2 cash entry

Teams up to 6 people

Please book here 01603 947881

Friday 19th June:
Beautiful Dangerous

9pm

Beautiful Dangerous are at the Brickmakers for another night of hard rock anthems.

FREE ENTRY

Saturday 20th June:
Counterfeit Brits

9pm

The Brit Pop Boys Are Back!!

FREE ENTRY

Wednesday 24th June:
Norfolk Blues Society
8pm

Our monthly blues jam returns once again.

FREE ENTRY

Thursday 25th June:
Open Mic with Peter T

7:30pm

Our Open Mic is on the Second and Last Thursday of the month, starting at 7.30pm with our host extrordinaire Peter Turrell at the helm!!

No need to book in advance, just turn up on the night and pop your name down, usually 2/3 songs, open to all abilities. Comedians and Poets are welcome too.

Most weeks we have a featured act performing too

FREE ENTRY

Saturday 27th June:
A Band Called Malice (The Jam tribute)

8pm

A band called Malice launch their show with the same FIRE & SKILL delivered by the original 70’s / 80’s band from Woking THE JAM.

Enjoy an energetic and angst performance from the most authentic Jam tribute about. Expect to be taken back with a selection of hits, classic Jam songs as well as B-sides and album tracks rarely performed by others. Jam fans are guaranteed not to be disappointed. Check out what the people say on Facebook and the band’s website.

www.abandcalledmalice.UK

Book your place ‘in the Crowd’ now!!

You can also help pick the songs that make up the set list on the night. Buy your tickets then head to

https://www.abandcalledmalice.uk/choose-the-set-list

TICKETS HERE

Sunday 28th June:
FutureFest 2026

12pm

Save the Date: FutureFest 2026!

Get ready for an unforgettable day of live music, family fun, delicious food, and drinks! Mark your calendars for FutureFest 2026, happening at The Brickmakers in Sprowston.

Bring your friends and family for a fantastic celebration packed with entertainment and good vibes. Stay tuned for more details – we can’t wait to see you there!

Don’t miss out – save the date!


Please note: Children are not allowed on the premises after 7pm.

JULY 2026:

Saturday 4th July:
Brickies Pride 2026

12pm

SAVE THE DATE!!! Because Brickies Pride is back again for another year, bringing you a variety of acts to the big stage.


Please note: Children are not allowed on the premises after 7pm.

AUGUST 2026:

Sunday 2nd August:
The Brickmakers Bike Show

12pm

The Brickmakers Bike Show is back for another year, so bring your two or three wheelers for a day of music, food and prizes.

FREE ENTRY


Please note: Children are not allowed on the premises after 7pm.

SEPTEMBER 2026:


Please note: Children are not allowed on the premises after 7pm.

OCTOBER 2026:

Thursday 22nd October:
Perrl Presents –
Blaze Bayley, The Iron Maiden Years + Support
Doors 7pm

Tickets £25adv

Blaze Bayley is back at The Brickmakers playing all his Iron Maiden Classics from albums such as The X Factor and Virtual 11. Don’t Miss Out!

TICKET LINK COMING SOON