Reminder that these are your fantastic #IVW26 venues, who else is as excited as us? 🎉 There is so much going on this week so head over to our website to have a look at all the shows and venues that you can go help support. See you in the crowd... 💛
January 26, 2026 at 6:33 PM
Reminder that these are your fantastic #IVW26 venues, who else is as excited as us? 🎉 There is so much going on this week so head over to our website to have a look at all the shows and venues that you can go help support. See you in the crowd... 💛
Huge thanks to @artscouncilengland.bsky.social for helping fund #IVW26 so we can, in turn, support our community and the music ecosystem around the country 💛
November 7, 2025 at 2:40 PM
Huge thanks to @artscouncilengland.bsky.social for helping fund #IVW26 so we can, in turn, support our community and the music ecosystem around the country 💛
A heartfelt thank you from our founder and CEO of Independent Venue Week, Sybil Bell.
You can also read the full message over on our news page via 🔗 in bio.
THANK YOU 💛 #IVW26 💛
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You can also read the full message over on our news page via 🔗 in bio.
THANK YOU 💛 #IVW26 💛
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February 4, 2026 at 5:54 PM
A heartfelt thank you from our founder and CEO of Independent Venue Week, Sybil Bell.
You can also read the full message over on our news page via 🔗 in bio.
THANK YOU 💛 #IVW26 💛
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You can also read the full message over on our news page via 🔗 in bio.
THANK YOU 💛 #IVW26 💛
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A heartfelt thank you from our founder and CEO of Independent Venue Week, Sybil Bell.
You can also read the full message over on our news page via 🔗 in bio.
THANK YOU 💛 #IVW26 💛
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You can also read the full message over on our news page via 🔗 in bio.
THANK YOU 💛 #IVW26 💛
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February 4, 2026 at 5:55 PM
A heartfelt thank you from our founder and CEO of Independent Venue Week, Sybil Bell.
You can also read the full message over on our news page via 🔗 in bio.
THANK YOU 💛 #IVW26 💛
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You can also read the full message over on our news page via 🔗 in bio.
THANK YOU 💛 #IVW26 💛
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Announcement Alert 📣 📣 We are HYPED to have @novatwinsmusic as this years ambassadors for #IVW26
Over the last few years, Nova Twins have become one of the most celebrated and transformative forces in contemporary music, since bursting out of the independent UK scene. 💛
Over the last few years, Nova Twins have become one of the most celebrated and transformative forces in contemporary music, since bursting out of the independent UK scene. 💛
October 22, 2025 at 9:01 AM
Announcement Alert 📣 📣 We are HYPED to have @novatwinsmusic as this years ambassadors for #IVW26
Over the last few years, Nova Twins have become one of the most celebrated and transformative forces in contemporary music, since bursting out of the independent UK scene. 💛
Over the last few years, Nova Twins have become one of the most celebrated and transformative forces in contemporary music, since bursting out of the independent UK scene. 💛
Only one left week to sign up as an official #IVW26 venue. Here's some kind words from some of our venues that have taken part in the past on why they think you should get involved. 💛
December 1, 2025 at 5:13 PM
Only one left week to sign up as an official #IVW26 venue. Here's some kind words from some of our venues that have taken part in the past on why they think you should get involved. 💛
WHAT A WEEK 🎉
That's officially a wrap for #IVW26. Thank you so much to every one of you who made this week what it was, it was for you and because of you. 💛 See you next year...✨
That's officially a wrap for #IVW26. Thank you so much to every one of you who made this week what it was, it was for you and because of you. 💛 See you next year...✨
February 4, 2026 at 5:49 PM
WHAT A WEEK 🎉
That's officially a wrap for #IVW26. Thank you so much to every one of you who made this week what it was, it was for you and because of you. 💛 See you next year...✨
That's officially a wrap for #IVW26. Thank you so much to every one of you who made this week what it was, it was for you and because of you. 💛 See you next year...✨
24hrs ago I got to see another pre #IVW26 show in the North East and that was The Wran at @thecumberlandarms.bsky.social w promoters F54. Outside was cold as but inside EVERYTHING and I mean EVERYTHING WAS HOT and that's the way the North East does it for @ivwuk.bsky.social
#SupportIndependents💛
#SupportIndependents💛
January 25, 2026 at 9:50 PM
24hrs ago I got to see another pre #IVW26 show in the North East and that was The Wran at @thecumberlandarms.bsky.social w promoters F54. Outside was cold as but inside EVERYTHING and I mean EVERYTHING WAS HOT and that's the way the North East does it for @ivwuk.bsky.social
#SupportIndependents💛
#SupportIndependents💛
Still unsure of wether to sign up to be an official #IVW26 venue? Hear from @the_trades_club on their experience of being part of the IVW family. 💛
November 24, 2025 at 10:55 AM
Still unsure of wether to sign up to be an official #IVW26 venue? Hear from @the_trades_club on their experience of being part of the IVW family. 💛
What an amazing way to kick the week off, great to hear Steve Lamacq talk about how important it is to celebrate the independent venue community and what a positive night out going to a gig can be. Don’t forget to check out our website and tune into BBC for updates. 💛 #IVW26
January 27, 2026 at 8:36 PM
What an amazing way to kick the week off, great to hear Steve Lamacq talk about how important it is to celebrate the independent venue community and what a positive night out going to a gig can be. Don’t forget to check out our website and tune into BBC for updates. 💛 #IVW26
Want to get your #IVW26 outfit ready for next week?... This is your reminder that our shop is open and up on our website, full of fab merch , either as a treat to yourself of a gift to your fellow gig buddy 💛
January 20, 2026 at 5:50 PM
Want to get your #IVW26 outfit ready for next week?... This is your reminder that our shop is open and up on our website, full of fab merch , either as a treat to yourself of a gift to your fellow gig buddy 💛
Less than 3 weeks to go until sign up closes for venues to be officially part of #IVW26... Heres some more quotes from our lovely IVW family. 💛
November 21, 2025 at 9:05 PM
Less than 3 weeks to go until sign up closes for venues to be officially part of #IVW26... Heres some more quotes from our lovely IVW family. 💛
We've teamed up with @prsformusic.bsky.social for their Early Career Promoters Fund 🎉 We'll be championing the talent of five selected promoters for #IVW26. Super excited to share details of the first two shows that have been announced by Variations and Manchester Improvisation Festival...💛
December 17, 2025 at 5:00 PM
We've teamed up with @prsformusic.bsky.social for their Early Career Promoters Fund 🎉 We'll be championing the talent of five selected promoters for #IVW26. Super excited to share details of the first two shows that have been announced by Variations and Manchester Improvisation Festival...💛
Reminder that our shop is open and up on our website 💛 All profits go towards towards bringing you #IVW26 and supporting Independent Venues around the UK. Link is in our bio.
November 25, 2025 at 9:30 AM
Reminder that our shop is open and up on our website 💛 All profits go towards towards bringing you #IVW26 and supporting Independent Venues around the UK. Link is in our bio.
ROLL CALL: ✨ NORTH EAST ✨ 1/2
Introducing your #IVW26 venues…
Head to the link in our bio to see all the venues that have been announced for the week so far 👀
We’ll be announcing each regions venues throughout the next week, stay tuned for more 💛
Introducing your #IVW26 venues…
Head to the link in our bio to see all the venues that have been announced for the week so far 👀
We’ll be announcing each regions venues throughout the next week, stay tuned for more 💛
December 16, 2025 at 12:15 PM
ROLL CALL: ✨ NORTH EAST ✨ 1/2
Introducing your #IVW26 venues…
Head to the link in our bio to see all the venues that have been announced for the week so far 👀
We’ll be announcing each regions venues throughout the next week, stay tuned for more 💛
Introducing your #IVW26 venues…
Head to the link in our bio to see all the venues that have been announced for the week so far 👀
We’ll be announcing each regions venues throughout the next week, stay tuned for more 💛
Hear from our brilliant Scottish Ambassadors Brogeal “We’re delighted to be this year’s Ambassadors for Independent Venue Week. For the past five years we’ve made our bread and butter performing at independent venues"...
#IVW26💛
#IVW26💛
December 20, 2025 at 9:30 AM
Hear from our brilliant Scottish Ambassadors Brogeal “We’re delighted to be this year’s Ambassadors for Independent Venue Week. For the past five years we’ve made our bread and butter performing at independent venues"...
#IVW26💛
#IVW26💛