THE BIG INDIE TRIBUTE FESTIVAL!
Fri 11 Sept · 19:00
Smile Bar and Venue
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The Big Indie Tribute Festival descends upon Bradford’s Smile Bar and Venue on Friday 11 September 2026, delivering four hours of covers drawn from the last two decades of guitar bands. A live band, alongside DJs and performers, recreates the anthemic choruses and jangling riffs of acts such as Sam Fender and The Killers, filling the room with the kind of singalong energy that defines a classic student union night out. The setlist leans heavily on the indie canon, shifting from landfill-era stompers to more recent festival staples, with the crowd expected to join in at full volume. Expect a night where every chorus is a communal roar and every riff feels like a rediscovery. Tickets are priced at £15, and the music kicks off at 7pm.
THE BIG INDIE TRIBUTE FESTIVAL IS HERE!
The biggest indie tribute festival is set to take the roof off of Huddersfield! Brace yourself for 4 hours of tribute bangers from your favourite indie legends with our LIVE BAND, DJs & performers!
Belt your heart out to seventeen going under, pull up them knee socks and come out of that cage - as we take you on an indie journey you'll never forget at this not-to-be missed live music experience!
EXPECT TO HEAR MUSIC FROM THE LIKES OF:
ARCTIC MONKEYS SAM FENDER THE KILLERS THE 1975 KASABIAN & MANY MORE!
A NIGHT OF HUGE INDIE ROCK ANTHEMS!
OVER 18s ONLY NO ID NO ENTRY!
Please note, unless otherwise stated all shows at Smile Bar & Venue are sold as standing only. We have limited seating which is available on a first come basis.
WE ARE A CASHLESS BAR, WE ACCEPT CARD PAYMENTS ONLY.
(No refunds will be given unless the event is cancelled & tickets are none transferable)
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Frequently asked questions
THE BIG INDIE TRIBUTE FESTIVAL! takes place on Friday, 11 September 2026 at 19:00.
THE BIG INDIE TRIBUTE FESTIVAL! is held at Smile Bar and Venue in Huddersfield (38 Wakefield Rd, Aspley, Huddersfield HD1 3AQ, UK).
Tickets for THE BIG INDIE TRIBUTE FESTIVAL! range from £15 to £18. Live prices and availability are shown on Fatsoma.
The Big Indie Tribute Festival is performing at THE BIG INDIE TRIBUTE FESTIVAL!.
Tickets for THE BIG INDIE TRIBUTE FESTIVAL! can be booked via Fatsoma using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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The Big Indie Tribute Festival is a UK-based music event that specializes in tribute performances of indie rock and alternative genres. It attracts a fanbase interested in hearing well-known artists covered by talented performers. The festival often tours mid-size UK venues, appealing to those looking for live experiences centered around cover bands.
About this event
The Big Indie Tribute Festival descends upon Bradford’s Smile Bar and Venue on Friday 11 September 2026, delivering four hours of covers drawn from the last two decades of guitar bands. A live band, alongside DJs and performers, recreates the anthemic choruses and jangling riffs of acts such as Sam Fender and The Killers, filling the room with the kind of singalong energy that defines a classic student union night out. The setlist leans heavily on the indie canon, shifting from landfill-era stompers to more recent festival staples, with the crowd expected to join in at full volume. Expect a night where every chorus is a communal roar and every riff feels like a rediscovery. Tickets are priced at £15, and the music kicks off at 7pm.
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THE BIG INDIE TRIBUTE FESTIVAL IS HERE!
The biggest indie tribute festival is set to take the roof off of Huddersfield! Brace yourself for 4 hours of tribute bangers from your favourite indie legends with our LIVE BAND, DJs & performers!
Belt your heart out to seventeen going under, pull up them knee socks and come out of that cage - as we take you on an indie journey you'll never forget at this not-to-be missed live music experience!
EXPECT TO HEAR MUSIC FROM THE LIKES OF:
ARCTIC MONKEYS SAM FENDER THE KILLERS THE 1975 KASABIAN & MANY MORE!
A NIGHT OF HUGE INDIE ROCK ANTHEMS!
OVER 18s ONLY NO ID NO ENTRY!
Please note, unless otherwise stated all shows at Smile Bar & Venue are sold as standing only. We have limited seating which is available on a first come basis.
WE ARE A CASHLESS BAR, WE ACCEPT CARD PAYMENTS ONLY.
(No refunds will be given unless the event is cancelled & tickets are none transferable)
Description supplied by the event organiser.
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Smile Bar and Venue38 Wakefield Rd, Aspley, Huddersfield HD1 3AQ, UK
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When is THE BIG INDIE TRIBUTE FESTIVAL!?
THE BIG INDIE TRIBUTE FESTIVAL! takes place on Friday, 11 September 2026 at 19:00.
Where is THE BIG INDIE TRIBUTE FESTIVAL! taking place?
THE BIG INDIE TRIBUTE FESTIVAL! is held at Smile Bar and Venue in Huddersfield (38 Wakefield Rd, Aspley, Huddersfield HD1 3AQ, UK).
How much are tickets for THE BIG INDIE TRIBUTE FESTIVAL!?
Tickets for THE BIG INDIE TRIBUTE FESTIVAL! range from £15 to £18. Live prices and availability are shown on Fatsoma.
Who is performing at THE BIG INDIE TRIBUTE FESTIVAL!?
The Big Indie Tribute Festival is performing at THE BIG INDIE TRIBUTE FESTIVAL!.
How do I get tickets for THE BIG INDIE TRIBUTE FESTIVAL!?
Tickets for THE BIG INDIE TRIBUTE FESTIVAL! can be booked via Fatsoma using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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