Midland Mods Mayday- From Melanddi to the Modern World' featuring Special Guest Mark Wingett

Midland Mods Mayday: From Melanddi to the Modern World

📍 The Crossing, Digbeth, Birmingham
📅 Saturday 9th May 2026 | 2PM – 11:30PM

A brand new annual celebration created by Mods, for Mods — right in the heart of the UK.

Join us for Midland Mods Mayday, a full day of live music, DJs, exhibitions, film, and pop-up shops, all under one roof in central Birmingham. With great transport links, low-cost hotels within walking distance, and scooter-friendly parking, it’s the perfect gathering spot for Mods from across the UK, Ireland, and Europe.

🎤 Special Guest: Mark Wingett (Quadrophenia’s Dave)

Meet the legendary actor behind one of Mod culture’s most iconic characters. Autographs, photo ops, and the chance to see the replica Jimmy and Ace Face scooters up close.

🎸 LIVE BANDS – Main Stage (The Bridge House)

• The Circles (’79 Revival Legends)
• The Killermeters (’79 Revival Legends)
• Sharp Class (East Mids R&B Mod)
• Chris Pope (Ex-The Chords)
• French Boutik (Parisian ‘Pop Moderniste’)
• The Jam UK (Tribute)
• Scarlett Fever (Manchester-based Modern Revival)
• The Grey Skies (Winsford-based Modern Revival)
• Karla Milton (Ex-DC Fontana)
• Glyn Heffernan (Ex-J60)
• Cian Downing (Solo Acoustic Originals/Covers)
• More TBA

🎶 DJ SETS

• Jacqui Carroll (Ready Steady Go)
• Alan May (Glory Boy Radio)
• Paul ‘Mez’ Merrick (Deep Joy)

🎥 EXHIBITIONS & SCREENINGS

• About The Young Idea – the definitive Jam memorabilia exhibition
• Quadrophenia + The Who: Live at Hyde Park (in 4K)

🛍️ POP-UP STORES

• Melanddi – The iconic ’79 Carnaby Street label returns for one day only
• Detour Records – Rare Mod, New Wave & Punk vinyl and CDs
• Mod Barber by Phil Ford – On-site trims for true Ace Faces
• Merchandise – Band merch and exclusive event gear
• Food Stalls – Tasty hot food options available on-site

🎉 AFTERSHOW PARTY

From 11:30PM until late at The Night Owl (2 mins walk)
Expect the best in Soul, Motown, Northern and Mod classics with special guest DJs.

🛏️ TRAVEL & HOTELS

• 5–10 min walk from New St, Moor St & Coach Station
• 10 mins from Birmingham Airport
• Affordable hotels: Travelodge, Premier Inn, Aparthotel, Holiday Inn, The Old Crown and more

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The promoter may alter the line-up, running order, timings, venue layout and/or any other element of the event programme at any time. Tickets remain valid for the event as amended, and no refunds or exchanges will be offered solely due to a line-up change, except where required by law.