Tribute band Badness takes the stage on Bournemouth Pier on 3 October 2026, recreating the catalogue of British ska group Madness. Set directly above the water on the seafront, the show marks the songs of a band whose popularity has barely dimmed since the genre's heyday.
What to expect
The set moves through Madness classics, starting with the ska-pop energy of their earliest singles and continuing into the tracks that still fill dancefloors decades later. Everything is delivered with the lively spirit typical of a tribute performance. Because the running order is finalised nearer the date, checking the venue's official listing beforehand is worthwhile.
Planning your visit
Bournemouth Pier juts out from the seafront at the town's centre, close enough to the beach and the Lower Gardens for an easy walk, with no shortage of bars and restaurants nearby for a meal or drink beforehand or after. Tickets, along with the most current prices, times and any age restrictions, are available through the venue's official listing.
Dates & times
- 3 October 2026