We have live shows scheduled EVERY FRIDAY and SATURDAY - on our Live Stage to suit a variety of musical tastes and not always rock bands as many automatically assume.
We also host some Thursday and Sunday live specials. Check the events guide for those ones.
Featuring local original up and coming acts to internationally renowned bands from all over the UK and the world. Top covers bands and tribute acts come to our stage week in, week out.
Event start and end times are listed in each event which can vary so please check that out.
Nightclub till 3am follow each Friday and Saturday live shows where ticket holders can stay on at no additional cost.
18+ for all live events.
Please Note - Seating is available on first come basis for all shows, however seating levels vary show to show. For anyone with mobility issues or disability please see our Accessibility at the venue Page.
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Fri 13 Nov 2026 · doors · on stage 8:00pm
Rock
MOLLY KARLOFF are back in Bathgate after a superb couple of shows in 2025. Great Support lined up too. Approx Stage Times - 8pm Jason - 9pm Violet Blend - 10pm Molly K...
EARLY BIRD £8 - General £11 - £14 on the night.
Sat 14 Nov 2026 · doors · on stage 8:30pm
Tribute
The Polis are Scotland's No.1 Police tribute act. Performing an energetic and dynamic live set with all the urgency and angst of The Police.
£12 plus booking fee - £15 on the night.
Sun 15 Nov 2026 · doors 1pm · on stage 1.45pm
Covers
Jason Sweeney and Stuart McLean bring Rock vs Country to DreadnoughtRock, raising funds for days out for Forrest Walk residents.
£10 plus booking fee
Fri 20 Nov 2026 · doors · on stage 8:30pm
Covers
Temptation Waits deliver a superb rock covers set covering the very best of classic and modern rock. A tight, experienced band who know exactly what a crowd wants — ex...
£4 plus booking fee - £5 on the night.
Sat 21 Nov 2026 · doors · on stage 8:30pm
Tribute
Metal Militia - the UK tribute to the greatest metal band of all time, Metallica celebrating THE MASTER of PUPPETS 40th Anniversary.
£12 plus booking fee - £15 on the door.
Fri 27 Nov 2026 · doors · on stage 7:30pm
Tribute
Dookie are the UKs longest standing tribute to Green Day. Great to have them back at Dreadnoughtrock.
£16 plus booking fee - £20 on the night.
Sat 28 Nov 2026 · doors · on stage 8:30pm
Tribute
The No1 tribute to The Stranglers are back in 2026 where they love play up in Scotland - Dreadnoughtrock.
£15 plus booking fee - £20 on the night
Fri 4 Dec 2026 · doors · on stage 8:30pm
Covers
GORDON'S ALIVE ARE BACK with a night of rock classics. Always a great nights live entertainment from these guys.
£4 plus booking fee - £5 on the night.
Sat 5 Dec 2026 · doors · on stage 8:30pm
Tribute
Scream for us BATHGATE - MAIDEN SCOTLAND are back just before Santa plans on emptying his sack.
£12 plus booking fee - £15 on the door
Fri 11 Dec 2026 · doors · on stage 8:30pm
Tribute
A Night of Classic Bon Jovi from their expansive back catalogue that will be a sure fire hit for any fan. OVER 2hrs of LIVE MUSIC of Jovi HITS
£10 plus booking fee - £15 on the Door
Sat 12 Dec 2026 · doors · on stage 8:30pm
Tribute
With a superb stage show it's always an honour to have them back especially as they pack massive theatres on a regular basis for their 2 hour plus.
£12 plus booking fee - £15 on the door
Fri 18 Dec 2026 · doors · on stage 8:00pm
Tribute
A night of magic from THEM & US as they play to extended sets to PINK FLOYD then FLEETWOOD MAC all in one great show.
£12 plus booking fee - £15 on the night.
Sat 19 Dec 2026 · doors · on stage 8:30pm
Glam Rock
Blockbustarz take you straight back to the glittering, platform-booted, feather-boa era of 1970s Glam Rock. Covering all the classics from T-Rex, Sweet, Slade, Gary Gl...
£10 plus booking fee - £14 on the night
Thu 31 Dec 2026 · doors 9pm · on stage 9:00pm
Rock
We rock into the New Year the only we know how with The Dread Hogmanay PARTY. Good Company and Good Tunes.
£8.00 in advance online.
Sat 2 Jan 2027 · doors 4pm · on stage 5:00pm
Double Stack Live ShowRock
A DOUBLE stacked live show to kick off 2027 and 55 years of the Dread. TWO top covers bands that need no introduction at the Dreadnought for a FIVER in advance for the...
£5 plus booking fee
Sat 9 Jan 2027 · doors · on stage 8:00pm
Rock
Scoosh & the Sinner are a fast rock band tearing up Scotland's live music scene, performing energetic sets featuring heavy rock and a splash of the blues. Support to b...
£5 in Advance
Sat 16 Jan 2027 · doors · on stage 8:30pm
Rock
The Old Grey Whistlers bring their own brand of rock and roots music to the Dreadnought stage. BACK to the Dreadnought featuring some very familiar faces playing a wid...
£4.50 plus booking fee
Sat 23 Jan 2027 · doors · on stage 8:30pm
Rock
Playing a massive variety of 80's POP, ROCK, INDIE even weaving in some classic Yacht Rock this isn't one to pass up. Get a ticket where YOU name the price in advance ...
PAY WHAT YOU WANT
Sat 30 Jan 2027 · doors · on stage 8:00pm
Tribute
Navigating Frank Zappa's vast discography is no small task, but Scotland’s Pygmy Twylyte take on the challenge with sheer skill and serious energy.
£10 plus booking fee
Sat 6 Feb 2027 · doors 1pm · on stage 1:30pm
Punk
THE GATHERING returns - with ELEVEN BANDS playing ALL day and into the night. Days like this take time, alot of planning and funds.
£20 plus booking fee
Fri 26 Feb 2027 · doors · on stage 8:00pm
Punk
Pleasure to host the album launch night for TRUMPTON RIOT. Great Support from Frauds and The Red Eyes. So lets be seeing all you punks oot supporting the lads
£10 plus booking fee
Sat 27 Feb 2027 · doors · on stage 8:30pm
Tribute
MACMUSE - Scotland's own tribute to MUSE return to the home of rock in the Lothians. Expect a set packed with fan favourites.
£12 plus booking fee - £15 on the door
Fri 5 Mar 2027 · doors · on stage 8:30pm
Rock
Scotland's No.1 Rolling Stones covers band! Stones hits and back catalogue, played live.
£7 plus booking fee
Sat 6 Mar 2027 · doors · on stage 8:30pm
Tribute
UK's No1 Blondie Tribute Show Full Band All The Hits all The Costumes.
£12 plus booking fee - £15 on the door
Sat 13 Mar 2027 · doors · on stage 8:30pm
Tribute
With over 40 classic hits and fan favourites to draw upon as well as special “full album” performances, Spiders On Mars are not a tribute band.
£13 plus booking fee
Sat 20 Mar 2027 · doors · on stage 8:30pm
Tribute
A Night of BEATLES featuring the entire RUBBER SOUL album and many other classics.
£12 plus booking Fee.
Sat 27 Mar 2027 · doors · on stage 8:00pm
Punk
It's always fantastic to welcome back home Lizzie and the Banshees. One of the UK's top tributes.
£10 early bird offer - £13 plus Booking Fee
Sat 3 Apr 2027 · doors · on stage 8:30pm
Tribute
UK/DC return to Bathgate in 2027 after a SELL OUT in 2026. A HUGE favourite in our Calendar so make sure you grab a ticket !!
£10 EARLY BIRD - GENERAL £15 plus booking Fee
Fri 9 Apr 2027 · doors · on stage 8:30pm
Tribute
NU- CASTLE are a NU METAL TRIBUTE hailing from the Newcastle. In a world of fleeting trends and ever evolving genres, NU-CASTLE are a musical haven.
£15 advance plus booking fee
Sat 24 Apr 2027 · doors · on stage 8:30pm
Rock
Prepare for a night of sacrilegious pop hymns and cinematic metal at the hallowed DREADNOUGHTROCK —SCOTLAND'S LONGEST RUNNING ROCK CLUB (est1972).
£13.50 in adv - Early Bird Offer but be Quick
Sat 15 May 2027 · doors · on stage 8:30pm
Rock
The Springsteen Sessions are without doubt the most authentic, honest & hard-hitting band out there.
£18 plus booking fee.
Fri 3 Sep 2027 · doors · on stage 8:30pm
Rock
We are proud to introduce this new band to the Dreadnought featuring some well known faces and voices who have graced our stage for over a decade. Playing the Hits fro...
£10 advance
DREADNOUGHT ROCK