Lion Walk Courtyard - Opening Events Schedule 2026

Bringing warmth, personality and a real sense of occasion to Lion Walk Courtyard, Old Hats are the perfect act to help shape the atmosphere of the new season. Their style feels made for evenings like this: lively, welcoming and full of the kind of energy that draws people in from the first song and keeps them there until the end of the night. As part of the reopening schedule, they set exactly the right tone — upbeat, social and effortlessly entertaining.

What makes Old Hats such a strong fit for the Courtyard is their ability to create a moment that feels both exciting and easy-going. They have the kind of presence that turns a casual evening out into something memorable, whether guests are stopping by for cocktails, settling in for food or making a full night of it with friends and family. There is a timeless quality to an act like this, blending familiarity, charm and crowd-pleasing appeal in a way that suits the venue perfectly.

For the new opening programme, Old Hats represent everything people want from a Courtyard night: good atmosphere, live music, shared moments and a reason to stay a little longer. They are a brilliant way to welcome everyone back in style.

Opening Night: 5:00pm - until - Late

 Soul Sundays returns to Lion Walk Courtyard as part of the new opening schedule, bringing back the relaxed atmosphere, feel-good music and easy Sunday energy that guests have come to love. As the perfect way to round off the weekend, it offers a more laid-back but still vibrant side to the Courtyard experience, blending music, food and a welcoming social setting in the heart of the city.

With its soulful soundtrack and uplifting mood, Soul Sundays is all about creating an afternoon that feels warm, stylish and effortlessly enjoyable. It is the kind of event where people can settle in with friends, enjoy a drink, soak up the atmosphere and let the music carry the day. There is a timeless quality to the concept, giving the opening schedule a smoother contrast to some of the bigger high-energy events while still keeping that sense of occasion.

Set within the Courtyard’s open-air environment, Soul Sundays captures everything that makes the venue special: strong atmosphere, broad appeal and the right mix of entertainment and hospitality. Previous guests returning this season will include Irie J and Soulman, adding even more personality to a much-loved event and helping make Soul Sundays a standout part of the new season.

Open: 11:00am - until - Late