Food lovers packed the town centre for the special event, enjoying traders serving everything from burgers to global street food favourites.
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#ReadingUK #WhatsOnReading #FoodFestival #StreetFoodUK #rdguk
THURSDAY at The Turtle
@shallowdaze.band (Ex AUTO-REPLY)
with @emerson.band_ and @altoaltoband
“If Sonic Youth listened to Weezer listened to The National.”
8PM // FREE ENTRY // 18+ ID Required
#purpleturtlerocks #whatsonreading
@alt_berks @readingrocksociety @rubandsoc @readingindielife
Promotional poster for Crying Out for Magic reading/signing happening from 4-6pm at the Castle Tap, Reading.
This is TODAY! (Assuming you are reading this on Sunday 14th December).
Come along to the Castle Tap in Reading for some cosy vibes, a reading and some bookish chat!
#WhatsOnReading #BookSky
Text post: Kindness creates magic, but magic's running out. Comment below, if you could only use magic for one household chore, what would it be? Find out more about the magical world of Galdorsfarne by attending the reading this weekend.
Promotional poster for a book signing of Crying Out for Magic at the Castle Tap, Reading, Dec 14th, 4-6pm
Trying to explain that you're doing a reading in Reading is as confusing as it sounds!
But if you like cake, cosy fires and lgbtq fantasy romance, come see me this weekend!
#WhatsonReading #ReadingBerkshire #fantasy #booksky
A poster for the above event, which takes place 14th December, 4-6pm at the Castle Tap, Reading. Includes details on promotions, such as a discount on the book, and free stickers/bookmark with proof of ebook purchase.
I'll be at the Castle Tap, Reading on Sunday.
The event: free, and there's cake!
The venue: lovely community pub with real ales and a real fire
The book: cosy fantasy LGBTQ+ romance with tea, portals and libraries!
Come down, say hi, hang out!
#WhatsonReading #LGBTBooks #BookSky #Fantasy
Thursday @ The Turtle
@bone_idleuk ist Reading Headline show
With support from @x_slag_x and @fawlers.uk
FREE ENTRY//18+ ID Required
#purpleturtlerocks #whatsonreading #gotoagigthismonth #readingmusicscene
@alt_berks @readingrocksociety @rubandsoc @readingindielife
@loraysmusic
Heading south from Glasgow Scotland
electro-rock / glitchy synths / pop hooks / heavy guitar riffs.
FREE ENTRY // 18+ ID Reqd
#livemusic #whatsonreading #gotoagigthismonth #readingmusicscene #grassrootsmusicvenue
@alt_berks @clubreckless @readingrocksociety @rubandsoc @readingindielife
@doopsband ALBUM LAUNCH
Back for a final ride this year with their album launch…
with @curser and @wonderluxband
Live visuals @iridiphore
@readingrocksociety will be on the decks in between acts.
FREE ENTRY 8pm till 11pm
#purpleturtlereading #whatsonreading
@bone_idleuk
Reading indie rock band Bone-Idle first hometown headline show at The Purple Turtle
Supports TBC
8pm FREE ENTRY // ID Required
@readingfc @groovecultshindigs @alt_berks @clubreckless @readingrocksociety @rubandsoc @readingindielife
#purpleturtlerocks #whatsonreading #gotoagigthismonth
The Sunday Sessions
3 young up and coming band/musicians playing the The Turtle stage
Clay Doll @claydoll.official
Twenty Ten @twentyten_official
Savannah (Solo)
3pm FREE ENTRY // 14+ // Bring ID
U18s MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY AN ADULT
@rgsoundwaves @rgmusicspotlight #whatsonreading
SUB FACTORY DnB
Celebrating 20 years of SubFactory Drum and Bass 2005 - 2025
Turtle Bassment
FRIDAY 28th November 2025
10pm to 3am FREE ENTRY // 18+ ID Required
@subfactorydnb #whatsonreading #drumandbass
This Week @ The Turtle
Tonight : @cedartheband (Gibraltar) / @hoof.band / @unorthadox_band
Wednesday : @lipworms / @wingroulette / @myliberalpony
Thursday : @bisonbanduk / @underpassuk / @pinkwalrusband
ALL FREE ENTRY // 18+
@rubandsoc @readingrocksociety @rgmusicspotlight #whatsonreading
Afrobeats/Amapiano at The Purple Turtle
EVERY THURSDAY NIGHT
Found Native with Mr Sango
10:30pm Turtle Bassment
FREE ENTRY / 18+ ID Required
#amapiano #afrobeatsreading #whatsonreading
The Ding Dong Daddios
Masters of Swing, Jive and Jazz dance music of the 40's and 50's. Swing and Jump Jive is what this band is all about with a hint of early Rock n Roll!!!
FREE ENTRY 18+ ID Required
#whatsonreading #purpleturtlereading #jumpjive #jivemusic #thedingdongdaddios
This Friday
WARDOUR STREET
MOD / Beat / Ska / New Wave
8:30PM // FREE ENTRY // 18+ ID Required
#modmusic #purpleturtlereading #whatsonreading
Tomorrow Night
BOTTLE KIDS
Loud and Undiluted Rock Covers
8:30PM // FREE ENRTY // 18+ ID Required
#whatsonreading #purpleturtlereading
FROM THE BLINDSPOT Psych Festival. 2:30pm to 8pm
- ORAL HABIT @oral.habit
- DEZ DARE @dezdareriffs
- SUNDAUGHTER @sundaughterband
- LEO WALRUS @leowalrus
MORE TO BE ANNOUNCED
FREE ENTRY
#psychedelic #psychfestival #whatsonreading #purpleturtlerocks
@alt_berks @redingindielife @thebestnewindie
The Reggae Reggae Show - DAY PARTY
Chill in the turtle garden with the summery sounds of the Reggae Reggae Show
DJs Bubblin' Bob and Jack Hollywood
3pm to 8pm - FREE ENTRY
#reggaereggaeshow #whatsonreading #bankholidaysunday
999 support added
@ragedc
RAGE DC known for their socially and politically aware lyrics, uncomplicated, chant-along punk rock sound, and strong old-school UK punk vibe with influences like the UK Subs.
18+ FREE ENTRY
#punkmusic #oldskoolpunk #whatsonreading
The Bottle Kids
Loud and undiluted quality hard rock covers.
Led Zep, AC/DC, Motorhead, Foo Fighters, QOTSA, Royal Blood and more...
8:30PM / FREE ENTRY / 18+ ID REQUIRED
@BottleKidsRock #whatsonreading #rockcovers
NEW SUPPORT ANNOUNCED
@coldjulyband (Guildford)
Timeless, harmony-driven, Indie folk pop.
Wilderness States (Oxford)
"stadium indie" atmoshperic alt-rock
Critter Cabal (Cardiff)
kooky grunge trio with a hint of psychedelia
8pm FREE ENTRY / 18+ ID Required
#whatsonreading
Turtle Underground
3 bands every Monday night - punk, metal, jazz, alt, rock, indie and everything in-between
Tomorrow Night
-Horse Rock
-He Fired First
-Between Tides
FREE ENTRY / 18+ ID Required
Straight into @ClubReckless
Your weekly alternative club night!
#whatsonreading #purpleturtlerocks
THURSDAY NIGHT
The Ding Dong Daddios
Masters of Swing, Jive, Jazz dance music of the 40's and 50's.
Swing and Jump Jive is what this band is all about with a hint of early Rock n Roll!!!
8:30pm FREE ENTRY 18+ ID Required
#swingmusic #jumpjive #whatsonreading #purpleturtlereading
@thedingdongdaddios
Turtle Underground
3 bands every Monday night - punk, metal, jazz, alt, rock, indie and everything in-between
Tomorrow Night
@painstakeuk
@halloranhc
Plus more...
FREE ENTRY / 18+ ID Required
Straight into @ClubReckless
Your weekly alternative club night!
#whatsonreading #purpleturtlerocks
Turtle Underground
3 bands every Monday night - punk, metal, jazz, alt, rock, indie and everything in-between
Tomorrow Night
@ghost_cat_music
@swordsofthought
@babymaker
FREE ENTRY / 18+ ID Required
Straight into @ClubReckless
Your weekly alternative club night!
#whatsonreading #purpleturtlerocks
Live streaming music every week.
Purple Turtle TV
www.youtube.com/@PurpleTurtl...
Over 30 full live sets already on the channel with more to be added every week
#StreamLive #streamlivemusic #livemusic #livemusicvenue
#whatsonreading #gotoagigthismonth #readingmusicscene
Support announcement we are really happy to announce that @martavega.xx joins @veerlefiep and @thedazedminded
If you've not heard Marta's music, strongly recommend checking it...
#whatsonreading #purpleturtlereading #gotoagigthismonth #readingmusicscene
Makeshifts
The very best music from the 1960's to today, taking on the very best rock, pop, soul, ska and indie from singalong classics to old favourites!
FREE ENTRY / 18+ ID Required
@makeshifts_band #purpleturtlereading #whatsonreading #coverbands #purpleturtlemusic
SUNDAY
Reading's Rock Academy bi-annual live showcase giving their bands the opportunity to play at The Turtle as part of the Foundation's band experience program.
FREE ENTRY / 14+
U18s MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY AN ADULT
#purpleturtlerocks #whatsonreading #supportnewmusic
@therockacademy
FIEP writes captivating, distinctive indie pop anthems that are both outgoing and introspective. Veerle Suzanna Driessen’s songcraft has a distinct ear for great hooks, as well as a unique narrative quality; her music reveals inward thoughts as frequently as outward screams: the restlessness, the doubts, the musings, and – most of all – the dreams. On stage, Veerle captures these dreams along with her band FIEP, creating an energetic, powerful, and outstanding live performance. The band has supported Wet Leg, Sprints, Personal Trainer, New Dad and has had many European Festival appearances. #purpleturtlerocks #whatsonreading #gotoagigthismonth #newmusicalert #readingmusicscene #nowhearthis @groovecultshindigs @alt_berks @clubreckless @readingrocksociety @rubandsoc @readingindielife @thebestnewindie Supported using public funding by the National Lottery through Arts Council England
FIEP writes captivating, distinctive indie pop anthems that are both outgoing and introspective. Veerle Suzanna Driessen’s songcraft has a distinct ear for great hooks
#purpleturtlerocks #whatsonreading #gotoagigthismonth #newmusicalert #readingmusicscene #nowhearthis
