ONE FOR YOUR DIARIES
Stockton’s nightlife is gearing up for a seismic shake‑up as Echoes, a brand‑new multi‑genre music event, lands at The Riverbank on Friday 7 AUGUST 2026. Promoters promise a full‑throttle night of Makina, techno, hard dance and club classics, backed by a stacked lineup of DJs and MCs from across the North East.
Headline act Nanna Makina leads the charge, supported by MCs Techno T, Banks & Tempo, Rocking and NATO Northeast. The decks will be taken over by Assault, Phil Mackintosh, Shock and Illusion, with further sets from Makina Addicts UK, Kicking, Snoopy, Nevins, Wizard, Dan Mackintosh, Flow, Acid and Ritchie. Riverbank’s own resident DJ Vacate completes the bill.
Running from 7pm until 3am, the 18+ event encourages a casual dress code and a come‑to‑dance attitude. Advance tickets are priced at £15, with entry available on the door for £20. Organisers Mark Ian Taylor and Adam Harris are handling bookings, and the event is also listed on Skiddle for online ticketing.
With a diverse roster and a promise of high‑energy performances, Echoes looks set to become one of Stockton’s standout summer club nights.
ALSO FOR YOUR DIARIES
Charity Music Night “Echoes” Set to Lift Spirits and Raise Vital Funds for Avarni‑Mae
Middlesbrough’s iconic Empire venue will come alive on Friday 28 AUGUST 2026 as Echoes, a charity multi‑genre music event, brings together DJs, MCs and club‑goers for a night dedicated to supporting young Avarni‑Mae and her family. Organisers say every penny raised will go directly to the family, with the community already rallying behind the cause.
The event, held in association with the Power Fest fundraiser, boasts a strong lineup including DJ NRG, Selector C, Cheeze, MC Tazo, Techno T, Kwex, Jet, Banks and Tempo. Running from 8pm until 4am with no dress code, the night aims to blend high‑energy entertainment with heartfelt purpose.
Early bird tickets are available online for £12, with standard tickets priced at £15 and entry on the door at £20. Promoters emphasise the message behind the night: one event, one cause, and a shared effort to make a meaningful difference.
With its mix of music, community spirit and charitable focus, Echoes is set to be a standout night where Middlesbrough comes together to dance, donate and show support when it matters most.