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SUMMARY:SOKA FEST: Broad Street Mall\, Reading
DESCRIPTION:SOKA Fest at Broad Street Mall brings seven performers to central Reading for an afternoon of live music\, community spirit and fundraising for Reading Pride. \nKey Points\n➖ Seven live acts performing throughout the afternoon➖ Live music starting from 12:00pm➖ Featuring local musicians and performers➖ Raising money for Reading Pride➖ Held in memory of Sophie Sheehan from Colours & Fires \n• BUY TICKETS\nSOKA Fest line-up\nEach performer brings their own style and sound to the event. As a result\, visitors can enjoy a varied mix of local talent throughout the afternoon! \nAussie Pete – 12:00-12:30pmNorwegian Tony – 12:40-1:10pmPhelim Maders – 1:20-1:50pmTasha Ryan – 2:00-2:30pmTara Deane – 2:40-3:10pmDan Curtis – 3:20-3:50pmAidy Elvis – 4:00-4:30pm \nMoreover\, the individual performance slots make it easy to catch several acts during one visit. You can arrive for a favourite performer or explore the other SOKA FEST events through the afternoon. \nMore about the event\nSOKA Fest at Broad Street Mall brings Reading and Berkshire’s music communities together for a lively afternoon of grassroots performance. The event also raises money for Reading Pride while celebrating the local music scene. \nSophie was an active performer and Reading Pride organiser. She also supported the local LGBTQ+ community. Therefore\, this event offers a chance to enjoy live music in Reading while celebrating the community Sophie helped build. \nMore about the venue\nBroad Street Mall sits in central Reading at the end of the busy high street. Consequently\, the location makes it easy to enjoy some music while spending time in town. \nFor anyone looking for live music in Reading\, SOKA Fest at Broad Street Mall offers an afternoon packed with local talent. Above all\, it provides an opportunity to discover artists\, support Reading Pride and enjoy a community-focused live music event. \nFor more live music check out Berkshireartistree.co.uk/live-music-events/
URL:https://berkshireartistree.co.uk/live-music-event/soka-fest-broad-street-mall-reading/
CATEGORIES:Festival,Live Music,Original Music
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SUMMARY:SOKA FEST: Oakford Social Club\, Reading
DESCRIPTION:SOKA Fest at Oakford Social Club brings Reading’s live music community together for an upcoming all-day showcase\, featuring a packed programme of local performers while raising funds in memory of Sophie Sheehan. \nKey Points \n➖ Live music running from lunchtime until late evening\n➖ Nine named performers plus a TBC slot\n➖ Part of SOKA Fest\, celebrating Sophie Sheehan’s legacy\n➖ The wider event raises funds for Reading Pride\n➖ Raffle draw during Sara’s evening slot \n• BUY TICKETS\nSOKA Fest at Oakford Social Club line-up\n12:30 – 13:00 – Vanessa De Oliveira\n13:20 – 13:50 – Eagle Bliss\n14:10 – 15:10 – Holly Havens\n15:30 – 16:30 – Alistar Lawrence\n16:30 – 17:20 – Robbie Culley\n17:40 – 18:40 – Helen Wren\n19:00 – 19:30 – Thames Valley Gay Chorus\n19:45 – 20:30 – Sara – Raffle Draw\n21:10 – 21:40 – Nicollette Street\n22:00 – 23:00 – Bodacia \nWith performers appearing throughout the afternoon and evening\, SOKA Fest at Oakford Social Club offers a broad showcase of Berkshire’s grassroots music community. The event honours Sophie Sheehan and celebrates the local scene she supported\, while musicians from across the area come together to help raise funds for Reading Pride. \nMore about the venue\nLocated near Reading Station\, Oakford Social Club has supported live music for more than 25 years\, giving artists a platform to perform and develop. Its central location also makes it a natural stop on SOKA Fest’s town-wide celebration of grassroots music. \nWith a full programme stretching from midday into the evening\, SOKA Fest at Oakford Social Club offers audiences the chance to discover local performers\, support a community-led cause and celebrate Reading’s live music scene together \nFor more live music check out Berkshireartistree.co.uk/live-music-events/
URL:https://berkshireartistree.co.uk/live-music-event/soka-fest-oakford-social-club-reading/
LOCATION:Oakford Social Club\, Reading\, 53 Blagrave St\, Reading\, RG1 1PZ
CATEGORIES:Festival,Live Music,Music Quiz
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SUMMARY:SOKA FEST: Market House\, Reading
DESCRIPTION:SOKA Fest at Market House brings Reading’s live music community together for an upcoming all-day showcase\, with ten local performers supporting Reading Pride. \nKey Points \n➖ Ten live acts scheduled downstairs at Market House➖ Music running from early afternoon until late evening➖ Part of SOKA Fest\, celebrating Sophie Sheehan’s legacy➖ The wider event raises money for Reading Pride➖ A community-focused showcase of Berkshire artists \n• BUY TICKETS\nSOKA Fest at Market House line-up\n1:00pm – 1:30pm – Velvet Monster \n1:50pm – 2:20pm – Kris King Sing \n2:40pm – 3:10pm – Penny Jane Black \n3:30pm – 4:00pm – Terri Leavy \n4:20pm – 4:50pm – Evie Dowden \n6:10pm – 6:40pm – Abi Powell \n7:00pm – 7:30pm – Kiera Elise \n7:50pm – 8:20pm – Franssens \n8:40pm – 9:10pm – Mr. Paul Adams \n9:30pm – 10:00pm – AJ Acoustic \nSOKA Fest brings together the Reading and Berkshire music communities for a town-wide celebration of grassroots live music. The event honours Sophie Sheehan\, a much-loved member of the local music scene who died in 2025. Sophie regularly performed live\, helped organise Reading Pride and strongly supported Reading’s LGBTQ+ community. \nThe Market House programme features ten individual performances\, creating a full afternoon and evening of live music in Reading. The bill moves from Velvet Monster through to AJ Acoustic\, giving audiences plenty of opportunities to discover local performers. Each act has their own unique style\, from rock to folk\, to showcase throughout the day! \nSOKA Fest is a celebration from local artists from across Berkshir\, joining forces to raise funds for Reading Pride. \nMore about the venue\nMarket House is described by the SOKA Fest organisers as a lively social venue that regularly hosts open mic nights\, live sport and community events. For this showcase\, the poster confirms that the music takes place downstairs. \nWith ten performances on the bill\, SOKA Fest at Market House offers an extended programme of grassroots live music while supporting a community-led cause at the heart of Reading. \n\n\n\n\nFor more live music check out Berkshireartistree.co.uk/live-music-events/
URL:https://berkshireartistree.co.uk/live-music-event/soka-fest-market-house-reading/
LOCATION:Market House\, Reading\, 1-2 Market PLce\, Reading\, RG1 2EQ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Festival,Live Music,Original Music
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SUMMARY:SOKA FEST: The Butler\, Reading
DESCRIPTION:SOKA Fest at The Butler brings Reading’s live music community together for an upcoming all-day showcase\, with a packed programme of local performers supporting Reading Pride. \nKey Points \n➖ Nine live acts scheduled at The Butler➖ Music running from early afternoon until late evening➖ Part of SOKA Fest\, celebrating Sophie Sheehan’s legacy➖ The wider event raises money for Reading Pride➖ A community-focused showcase of Berkshire artists \nSOKA Fest at The Butler line-up\n13:00 – 13:45 – Matt KeddieLoop station extraordinaire performing various from Ed Sheeran and many others. \n14:15 – 15:00 – Rice & Beans \n15:30 – 16:15 – One Eyed ManClassic covers and originals performed in unique indie-folk style\, on guitar\, percussion and vocals. \n16:45 – 17:30 – DayDream Collective \n17:30 – 18:15 – Cure Band Simon Windish \n18:30 – 19:15 – Neil PackmanBluesy guitar\, vocals and harmonica. \n19:45 – 20:30 – Make it Disco\nFunky disco remixes of RnB classics\, with live slap bass. \n21:00 – 21:45 – The Big Humble Wangers \n22:15 – 23:00 – Nicole AllanCountry powerhouse and singer songwriter\, performing a mix of covers and original material. \nSOKA Fest celebrates Sophie Sheehan\, where the community is hosting a town-wide celebration of grassroots live music raising funds for Reading Pride. \nMore about the venue\nThe Butler is one of Reading’s established grassroots music pubs. Known for its welcoming atmosphere\, drinks selection and active music programme\, it regularly gives both local musicians and touring performers a stage. Its well-known open mic also attracts artists from across Berkshire. \nWith nine performances scheduled\, SOKA Fest at The Butler offers audiences a full afternoon and evening of live music while supporting a community-led cause. \nFor more live music check out Berkshireartistree.co.uk/live-music-events/
URL:https://berkshireartistree.co.uk/live-music-event/soka-fest-the-butler-reading/
LOCATION:The Butler\, Reading\, 85-91 Chatham St\, Reading\, RG1 7DS
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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SUMMARY:SOKA FEST: Purple Turtle\, Reading
DESCRIPTION:SOKA Fest at Purple Turtle brings five live acts together for an energetic community fundraiser in the heart of Reading. \nKey Points\n➖ Live music starts from 3:00pm➖ Features performers from the local music community➖ Raising money for Reading Pride➖ Held in memory of Sophie Sheehan \n• BUY TICKETS\nLine up\nFive acts take to the stage\, with the running order confirmed as: \nColour Tree Band – 3:00-3:30pm \nJunkyard Angels – 3:45-4:15pm \nFuture Calls – 4:45-5:30pm \nWill Samsung & The Subverts – 6:00-6:45pm \nMike Lemin Band – 7:15-8:00pm \nThe varied line-up gives audiences plenty to explore. Moreover\, each performance contributes to a wider day of music across Reading. \nSOKA Fest at Purple Turtle\nThis event forms part of a wider celebration of Reading and Berkshire’s music community. The event honours Sophie Sheehan\, a much-loved member of the local scene who performed live and supported Reading’s LGBTQ+ community. \nMusic runs throughout the afternoon and into the evening. Therefore\, audiences can discover several performers during one visit with their Soka Passport.  \nSOKA Fest brings local musicians together to celebrate the community Sophie helped build. Above all\, the combination of live music and fundraising gives the performances a shared purpose. \nMore about the venue\nPurple Turtle provides the setting for this SOKA Fest live music showcase in Reading\, hosting this five-act programme as part of the wider event\, offering a chance to discover local performers while supporting an important community cause\, and celebrating Sophie’s legacy through live music. \nFor more live music check out Berkshireartistree.co.uk/live-music-events/
URL:https://berkshireartistree.co.uk/live-music-event/soka-fest-purple-turtle-reading/
LOCATION:Purple Turtle\, Reading\, 9 Gun St\, Reading\, RG1 2JR
CATEGORIES:Festival,Live Music,Original Music
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SUMMARY:SOKA FEST: The Boundary\, Reading
DESCRIPTION:SOKA Fest at The Boundary brings Reading’s live music community together for an upcoming showcase\, with ten performers taking over the venue while raising money for Reading Pride. \nKey Points \n➖ Ten live acts scheduled at The Boundary➖ Music starts from 3:30pm➖ Part of the wider SOKA Fest celebration➖ Raising money for Reading Pride➖ Held in memory of Sophie Sheehan from Colours & Fires \nSOKA Fest at The Boundary line-up\n15:30 – 16:00 – Dr Russells Hot Throat Gargle \n16:00 – 16:40 – Huwy Tarry \n16:50 – 17:20 – Gabi \n17:30 – 18:00 – James Kell \n18:10 – 18:40 – Matt KeddieLoop station performer covering material from Ed Sheeran and many others. \n18:50 – 19:20 – Rich Lucas \n19:10 – 20:00 – Martha \n20:10 – 20:40 – Zac Box \n20:50 – 21:20 – Mike P \n21:30 – 22:00 – Harry Jones \nWith short sets throughout the afternoon and evening\, SOKA Fest at The Boundary gives audiences the chance to catch a wide range of grassroots performers in one visit. The festival celebrates Sophie Sheehan and brings Reading’s music community together to raise funds for Reading Pride. \nThe varied line-up also makes this an ideal event for discovering new local artists. Drop in for a favourite performer or stay longer and experience several acts as the programme unfolds. \nMore about the venue\nThe Boundary provides the setting for this SOKA Fest live music showcase in Reading\, putting the performers at the heart of a busy community event. With music running into the evening\, it offers a convenient central stop for anyone exploring SOKA Fest. \nFor local music fans\, SOKA Fest at The Boundary combines ten performances with a community-led cause\, creating an excellent opportunity to support Reading’s grassroots scene and Reading Pride. \nFor more live music check out Berkshireartistree.co.uk/live-music-events/
URL:https://berkshireartistree.co.uk/live-music-event/soka-fest-the-boundary-reading/
LOCATION:The Boundary\, Reading\, 21-23 St Mary's Butts\, Reading\, RG1 2LN
CATEGORIES:Festival,Live Music,Original Music
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SUMMARY:SOKA FEST: Milk\, Reading
DESCRIPTION:SOKA Fest at Milk brings together six varied live acts and a DJ for an evening of music\, community spirit and fundraising in the heart of Reading. \nKey Points\n➖ Part of SOKA FEST\, a town-wide live music takeover in memory of Sophie Sheehan➖ Six performers across the evening➖ Raising money for Reading Pride \n• BUY TICKETS\n  \nWho’s performing?\n5:00pm–5:45pm – Piano Mike Lemin \n6:05pm–6:50pm – Liam Jackson Barnes \nRustic blues performed in a grizzly delivery \n7:10pm–7:55pm – Dougie Sleigh \nIndie folk performed by a clean-cut scotsman \n8:15pm–9:00pm – Nicole Grace \n9:20pm–10:05pm – Tomorrow Bird \nTwo-part harmonies over rustic americana folk \n10:25pm–11:00pm – DJ Lottie \nSOKA Fest is an all-day live music takeover of Reading’s key music venues\, showcasing over 50 acts in a day\, raising money for Reading Pride and taking place in memory of Sophie Sheehan from Colours & Fires. The acts have been carefully created by local musician Nicole Allan. The roster was carefully designed for each venue to showcase a beautiful chemistry of different musicians\, genres and styles. \nMore about the venue \nMilk Reading provides the setting for this packed SOKA Fest line-up. With music running from early evening through to the final DJ set\, the venue will host a steady succession of performers and styles across the event. \nFor anyone keen to discover several acts in one sitting\, SOKA Fest at Milk Reading combines live performance\, a varied bill and an important fundraising cause. It promises an engaging evening with something new arriving on stage throughout the night. \nFor more live music check out Berkshireartistree.co.uk/live-music-events/
URL:https://berkshireartistree.co.uk/live-music-event/soka-fest-milk-reading/
LOCATION:Milk\, Reading\, 8 Merchants Pl\, Reading\, RG1 1DT
CATEGORIES:Festival,Live Music
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