From Cougar Live MusicX to Pride This Way and international projects.
Horlock House, a key player in sports and entertainment event production, including its work with Manchester’s Village Pride, is helping to deliver the debut Cougar Live MusicX festival at Cougar Park, scheduled for 24–25 July 2026.
Cougar Park, home to the Keighley Cougars, will be transformed into a high-profile live music venue for the weekend. The line-up includes chart-topping pop act JLS, performing on Friday, and renowned reggae group UB40 featuring Ali Campbell, headlining Saturday.
The festival will provide a welcoming, family-oriented environment, with major stage performances on both evenings. Attendees will also have access to a limited number of VIP upgrades, offering benefits such as priority entry, Golden Circle access, and an exclusive feature still to be revealed.
Designed to deliver a standout live music experience locally, the event aims to bring the scale of major venues to Keighley, allowing audiences to enjoy top-tier performances without travelling further afield.
The Keighley Cougars, known for their inclusive and progressive ethos, continue to break new ground by introducing this music initiative, further enhancing their standing in both sport and entertainment.
As a result, Cougar Live MusicX is set to become a defining cultural event for the town, offering the community direct access to high-quality live entertainment.
Horlock House has played a central role in facilitating collaboration between the Cougars and Piper Music Management, a respected promoter of large-scale concerts across the UK. This partnership adds to Horlock House’s growing portfolio, which also includes its involvement in Manchester Village Pride, whose 2026 theme is “There’s No Place Like Home.”
Beyond live events, Jack Horlock, Founder and Managing Director of Horlock House, is also involved in producing Pride This Way, a global podcast hosted by international singer Soraya Vivian and produced by US-based Pillars of Change Media.
The podcast focuses on Pride stories and queer culture worldwide, with current filming taking place in the UK before travelling to Miami Beach Pride in Florida in April.
“We are honoured to work with Cougar Live MusicX and global brands who believe in supporting inclusivity,” said MD Jack Horlock. “Our goal is to create opportunities and spaces where everyone feels welcomed and valued, regardless of background. To be part of an event that not only champions diversity and local neighbourhood, but also connects to a wider global community, is truly inspiring.”
For more information about Horlock House, Pride This Way, or available hospitality packages for Cougar Live MusicX, including a limited number of Meet & Greets, please make contact.