WHILE the venue in the heart of the town centre has taken a short hiatus for the moment, Blue Collar Corner has laid out its slew of events for the new year.
With events released lasting until late February, Blue Collar will play host to DJs, parties, sports fixture viewings, and fairs.
It has taken a short hiatus following a New Year’s party and is set to reopen on Thursday, January 19th.
DJ Rob Wire will be the first act to head up the venue’s weekly music nights, which see DJs and performers accompany the usual offerings of street food and locally brewed drinks.
Saturday, January 21st, will see DJs Ben Narbutas and Sam Wild take to the decks.
Party Thursdays is also returning in the new year, with party events taking place on Thursday every week, from January 26.
Monkey Shoulder Party will be joined by Crazy P and further guests for performances on Friday, January 27, Followed by DJ Acronym and DJ Rachael Chrisp on Saturday, January 28.
On the following Sunday, January 28, Peter Doyle is presenting his Singer/Songwriter Showcase with Colours & Fires, Maija, Holly Shillito, and Helen Cuthbertson.
Reading’s Indie Market is returning to the venue too, with the first of the new year taking place on Sunday, February 5.
Following its showing of the FIFA World Cup games last year, Blue Collar is bringing the Six Nations Rugby to its screens.
It will be showing the England v Scotland fixture on Saturday, Febraury 4, followed by DJ Pete Wheeler.The England v Italy fixture will be shown on Sunday, February 12, followed by the England v Wales game on Saturday, February 25.
The record fair and social will return on Sunday, February 26, with Paul “Smiler” Anderson, who will also host a DJ Set and In Conversation session.
Blue Collar Corner is open from 5pm-12.30am on Thursdays and Fridays, from 11am-12.30am on Saturdays, and from 11am-8pm on Sundays.
