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Join us for Live @ The Big Top in Jan 2025 and enjoy some amazing bands in a unique live music venue!   

MANRAN
3 & 4 January - 7pm

Award-winning Scottish supergroup Mànran have been at the heart of the Scottish traditional music scene for over a decade. The seven-piece continue to push boundaries and explore new musical and geographical territory, bringing their uplifting and unique live performances to stages across the world. 
With support from Ross Couper Band made their debut at Celtic Connections 2023 to a rapturous response.
Plus all female Scottish band The Laurettes a ‘Powerful Indie Folk Fusion band with a Celtic Rock twist.

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TOPLOADER 
18 January - 7pm

English rock band Toploader  have over two million album sales and several top 20 hits both home and abroad. They're recognised most of all for their cover of King Harvest's US hit "Dancing in the Moonlight". 
Plus support from rising star Ben Walker and Katie Nicoll, The Lutras, The Rampants

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THE STORY OF SWING
24 January - 7pm

Award winning vocalist and World Class trumpet player, Gareth John and the stunning SOS Big Band – The Story of Swing takes you on a musical journey through decades of the iconic genre of swing and big band music. Featuring the classic, much-loved hits of Bobby Darin, Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin and Sammy Davis Jr, right through to modern day crooners such as Michael Bublé, Robbie Williams, Matt Goss, Paul Anka and Harry Connick Jr. 

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LYR
25 January - 7pm

LYR are now a firmly established part of the contemporary music scene, with regular radio airplay across the networks, two critically acclaimed albums, LYR have appeared at many major festivals over the past three years including Green Man and Blu Dot and completed UK tours and sell-out events at venues up and down the UK.
Local poets/spoken Jim Monaghan and Jenny Lindsay join the line-up.
Plus support from NATI, Jim Monaghan & Jenny Lindsay. 

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UK PINK FLOYD EXPERIENCE
30 & 31 January - 7pm

Two nights with The Authentic Tribute to ‘The Floyd’! Celebrating 50 years since the release of their iconic album The Dark Side of The Moon, UK Pink Floyd Experience recreate the sights and sounds of the legendary band in concert. This highly authentic show recreates the atmosphere of Floyd live, featuring top-flight musicians, a stunning light show and over two hours of incredible music!
Supported by Jeremy Levif 


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Event Details

  • Date & Time

    03 January 2025 - 31 January 2025
    Doors 7pm

  • Venue

    • Ayrshire Athletics Arena
    • Phone : For Big Top & Panto tickets contact box office on 01563 554900. Contact AAA on 01563 555227
    • Email : AAArena@eastayrshireleisure.com

    MORE VENUE INFORMATION
  • Good for

    • Adults
    • Young People
  • Admission Price

    Ticket prices vary

    £2.00 transaction fee