UK Drum Show 2026 – ACC Liverpool: 24th and 25th October
Liverpool has long been a city with music at its heart, so what better location for the UK Drum Show 2026? It’s taking place on the 24th and 25th of October at LEX Liverpool, and is aimed at enthusiasts of all abilities, as well as anyone who just fancies seeing what it is all about.
This is a one-of-a-kind event that brings together drummers, percussionists and music lovers for a celebration of all things rhythm. It offers the chance to try and buy some of the newest and best drumming products in the world, watch incredibly talented percussionists perform, and take classes and workshops led by experts in the field.
Former BBC radio presenter Ollie Winiberg will host the main stage, where 12 acts will perform across the weekend. The line-up includes Femi Koleoso, Simon Phillips, Matt Garstka, Glen Sobel and Zack Grooves, among others.
Mike Dolbear will host eight artists in his Masterclass Room, while Mike Johnston returns to lead the Education Room. There is also a new Percussion Experience Room, plus the Main Stage Mini, which will showcase young drummers aged up to 21.
So if you’ve been looking for something drumming-related to educate or inspire you, this event is your ticket. It’s family-friendly, all skills are catered for, and there will be plenty of opportunities to learn, be inspired and connect with the drumming community.
Tickets and Prices
You can buy tickets for the Saturday, the Sunday or the whole weekend, and there are VIP options too.
Standard entry is priced as follows:
- Adult day ticket: £27.50
- Child Saturday ticket: £19.80
- Child Sunday ticket: £18.00
- Adult weekend ticket: £49.50
- Child weekend ticket: £27.50
Children under eight go free, and the listed prices already include the administration fees.
Adult VIP tickets cost £68.15 for one day or £90.15 for the weekend. They include a VIP lanyard containing ACS earplugs, a pair of Chad Smith Vater drumsticks and priority queuing for all main-stage performances.
You don’t need a separate ticket to watch the main-stage acts, although £5 priority tickets guarantee entry to your chosen performance. Additional seats will be available free of charge on a first-come, first-served basis.
Most of the clinic rooms are included with general admission and operate on a first-come, first-served basis.
The UK Drum Show is open from 9am until 6pm on Saturday and Sunday.
