Black Friday Gift Ideas for Bright Evenings Ahead

25 November 2025

As the festive season approaches, here's a selection of hot tickets for gift ideas for the music lovers, history buffs, film fest fans, and aspiring authors in your life...

Declan O'Rourke | Saturday 29th November

Join this live celebration of the 20th anniversary of album 'Since Kyabram'. Expect an unforgettable evening of classic songs, stories, and music. 

Mick Flannery & Susan O'Neill | Thursday 4th December

The folk duo who captivate audiences with their collaborative album 'The Game' with its moving, timeless narrative about the life of musicians—on stage and off, in love and in struggle.

Benjamin Francis Leftwich, Ella Hunt, Chris Brain, Victoria Canal with Lockeland Strings | Friday 5th December

Four Incredible singer singwriters perform their hits with a string quintet, bridging the gap between contemporary and classical.

Andrea Vanzo | Thursday 11th December

Join award winning composer and painist for the London launch of sophmore album “Intimacy Vol. 2” of modern and cinematic classical.

Ben Barnes | Saturday 20th December 

An intimate show from acclaimed musician/songwriter/actor to celebrate the joy of the holiday season. He will be performing festive favourites as well as songs from his across catalogue.

Julian Barnes in conversation with Ian McEwan | Tuesday 20th January

Don’t miss this rare opportunity to hear two of the most celebrated voices in contemporary British literature discussing their craft and reflections on life.

Craig Finn | Friday 30th January 

The singer of The Hold Steady celebrates his 6th solo album 'Always Been', telling the story of a man who becomes a clergyman despite a lack of faith; his rise, fall, and eventual redemption.

Coleen Nolan | Tuesday 24th February

Packed with live music, stories and heartfelt moments this intimate evening promises to be one full of  laughs, mischief, and Coleen’s unmistakable charm. 

Mary Beard and Diarmaid MacCulloch | Tuesday 3rd March

Two leading historians come to Intelligence Squared to help us understand the 3000-year-long story of Christians, and Jews before them, encountering sex, gender and the family. 

Samantha Crain | Friday 6th March

Join three-time Native American Music Award (NAMMY) winner Samatha Crain for an incredible evening of folk music and indie-Americana. 

BANFF Mountain Film Festival | 12-21st March

A brand-new collection of short films filled with extreme journeys, untamed characters and captivating cinematography. Experience an unforgettable evening of thrilling adventure – up on the big screen!