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SHAKATAK

GET TO KNOW SHAKATAK

Shakatak bring their smooth jazz-funk sound and timeless grooves live to the Soul Weekender at Butlin’s. Rising to prominence in the early 80s, the band became one of the UK’s leading jazz-funk acts with standout hits including Easier Said Than Done and Night Birds. With multiple chart successes and a global fanbase, Shakatak have remained a defining name in jazz-funk for decades.

 

Known for their polished musicianship and laid-back style, Shakatak’s live shows blend jazz, funk and soul into a feel-good performance that continues to captivate audiences worldwide. Don’t miss Shakatak live on tour - grab your tickets now.

SEE SHAKATAK ON THE FOLLOWING WEEKENDERS

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MORE ABOUT BUTLIN'S BIG WEEKENDERS

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NEW TO BIG WEEKENDERS?

Think big nights, big laughs and zero responsibilities. The ultimate adults-only getaway, bringing headline acts, daytime fun, great food and drink, and your favourite people together in one place.

A group of friends enjoy a Bottomless Brunch session together during a Butlin's Big Weekender. One member of the group poses for a photo with a bottle of wine in his hand, as he looks at their cameras excitedly.

LEVEL UP YOUR WEEKEND

Feeling a little bit extra? Take your Big Weekender from epic to downright legendary with our great-value passes and perks including, bottomless brunch, VIP passes, early check-in and late checkout.

FOOD & DRINK

Fuel the fun with tasty food at even tastier prices. Choose a buffet-style dining plan or mix it up with a choice of restaurants and grab-and-go options, from breakfast through late-night bites.