Live Music – The Decades Of House

House music royalty Victor Simonelli will fly in from the USA to headline a very special edition of Decades of House at Docks Academy on Saturday 2nd March.

Saturday 2nd May 2026
Doors 4pm | Curfew 11pm
Ages 18+ Only (suggested: 30+)

Advance Tickets:
Early bird: £12 + Fees
2^nd Release: £15 + Fees
Final Release: £18 + Fees

The audience for this show will be standing

The event celebrates 40 years of house music, marking a huge milestone for local DJ Dean Baker, who began his journey behind the decks in 1986 at just 17 years old. Four decades on, his passion for the music is as strong as ever. Having witnessed the evolution of the scene first-hand, Dean remains driven by the same feeling that started it all — the excitement of hearing a great record, whether it’s a timeless classic or something brand new lighting up dancefloors today.

To celebrate the occasion, Dean has teamed up with Docks Academy to create a special night bringing together friends, DJs and dancers who have shared the journey over the years.

Expect a musical trip through the sounds and venues that helped shape the scene — inspired by legendary nights and spaces including The Flam, Customs, The Waterfront, Chambers, Fused, Swish and Soulyrical. From soulful grooves to deeper cuts, the focus will always be on the cooler side of house.

With Victor Simonelli joining from the United States alongside a lineup of Dean’s closest DJ friends, this will be a celebration of the music, the culture and the memories built across four decades of house.

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Fancy some food? Docks Kitchen serves freshly made burgers right here at Docks Beers. See the menu and reserve your table.

Accessibility:

Docks Academy has a wheelchair-accessible lift which provides access to the first floor. We are committed to making the venue accessible to everyone and we endeavour to accommodate all access requirements within the constraints of our historic building, and health and safety regulations. Please do contact us prior to your visit so we are aware of your access needs. Email tickets@docksacademy.com.