What it is

Be among the first to discover what’s next at FIRST FIFTY, the unique live launch of the first fifty artists announced to play The Great Escape.

Taking over venues across East London for one night this November, FIRST FIFTY is your chance to catch some of the most exciting emerging artists from the UK and beyond in intimate settings, before they head to Brighton for The Great Escape 2027.

Questions

When does The Great Escape Festival present The First Fifty 2026 start and end?

The Great Escape Festival present The First Fifty 2026 runs Thursday, 12 November 2026, 19:30.

Where is The Great Escape Festival present The First Fifty 2026?

The Great Escape Festival present The First Fifty 2026 takes place at Shacklewell Arms, 71 Shacklewell Lane, London.

Also at Shacklewell Arms

  1. 19:30Martial ArtsFri 13 Nov · Shacklewell ArmsMusic£13.50
  2. 23:00Elis JamesSat 21 Nov · Shacklewell Arms
  3. 19:00PyncherFri 27 Nov · Shacklewell Arms£13.20
  4. 19:00So GoodThu 25 Mar · Shacklewell Arms£15.95

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