25.06.2026
Invention Music Festival debuts on Saturday 19th September 2026, uniting Derby’s independent venues!
DERBY, UK – A brand new, grassroots music experience is coming to shake up Derby’s cultural landscape. On Saturday 19th September 2026, the inaugural Invention Music Festival will transform the city centre into a buzzing hub of live music, spanning multiple independent venues for a one-day-only celebration of raw talent and creative collaboration.
While the full line-up remains tightly under wraps until July, organisers have confirmed that over 50 artists will descend on the city. The curation promises an eclectic, genre-defying mix—ranging from underground punk, metal, and rock to electronic experimentation, psych-folk, and intimate acoustic storytelling.
Ticket holders will be able to access all six venues during the day to see live performances, including: The Hairy Dog, The Wardwick, Electric Daisy, Dubrek Studios, Mr Shaw’s House, Chapels Street Arts and busking stops hosted by Furthest From The Sea.
Supported by Arts Council England, the Music Venue Trust and Gigantic, the festival is a direct partnership with the heartbeat of Derby’s independent scene. Whether you are a dedicated vinyl collector looking for eclectic sounds, an urban creative hunting for underground energy, or a family looking for a unique day of musical adventure, Invention is building a line-up to unite the city through sound.
Speaking about the launch, the Invention Organising Team said:
“We wanted to build something real for Derby. Invention is co-created with the city’s incredible independent venues and creators. We’re swapping mega-stages for intimate venues where music fans can feel the music. It’s about community, exploration, and supporting grassroots music. The question we’re asking Derby is simple: Are you in?”
Ticket Information
To reward early supporters, a limited number of Early Bird tickets are available now for just £20. Once these are gone, standard tier tickets will rise to £30. Due to the intimate capacities of the participating independent venues, tickets are strictly limited to ensure a safe and premium experience for all attendees. Music fans are encouraged to move fast to secure the best price. Tickets are available exclusively via Gigantic Tickets. Follow @InventionDerby on Instagram for more updates and line-up announcements from next week.
https://www.gigantic.com/invention-festival-tickets
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