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We are The Bug Club DJ VANS, the professional party people. We supply high quality, totally customisable VW dj vans & bars

01/04/2026

After the wettest winter maybe ever (?!) running season is so back - and we can't wait to bring the party vibes through our disco bugs at LOADS of official races this year.

Not only because the runners and the crowds are the absolute best, but we love working with clients who really get the value of entertainment!

“We had a great weekend thank you. The event was a brilliant day. Speaking with colleagues, they have nothing but positive things to say. Really happy with the set-up process, the tunes were great, and interaction between Justin & our presenters was spot on - more of the same in Bristol this weekend 😊”

Big thanks to Lorna and the team for having us along!

We can't wait to bring the same energy at this years Great Run events.

And if you want to know how you can get our Bugs and our party energy at your events (running or otherwise) just get in touch. We'd love to chat.

25/03/2026

Meet Isaac - one of our DJ's behind the decks and key member of Team Bug Club.

If you’ve been to an event with The Bug Club - chances are you’ve seen this legend in action.

From dropping the perfect track at a running event, to keeping the vibes high at Jade Thirwall's pop up album launch, he's got a knack for reading the crowd and delivering exactly what the moment needs.

The Bug Club might be known for our DJ vans, but it's the people behind them who really make the magic happen.

And after countless events across the UK, from day time activations to late-night sets, one thing is always guaranteed when Isaac is on the decks:

Big tracks
Seamless transitions
Energised crowds

Here's him in action at last month and YES that really is Isaac with Jade Thirwall of Little Mix fame. 👇

11/03/2026

There's nothing we love more than a party with purpose, so we were honoured to be part of the Macmillan Cancer Support Fundraiser, helping bring energy, music, and a lively atmosphere to a day that celebrated generosity and community.

And it was lovely to get feedback like this...

“I would highly recommend The Bug Club. We opted to deck out the DJ Bug in Macmillan branding for a large-scale charity fundraiser we held at Celtic Manor Golf Resort last month.

It was a great addition to the day, which not only helped to elevate our brand exposure, but also was a great hit with the golfers on the day!”

Jenny, Macmillan Cancer Support Fundraiser

Thank you to Jenny and the team for having us along for such an important day.

Thank you to Jenny and the team for having us along for such an important day.

26/02/2026

We’re having a great time at . The energy is stronger, harder, faster. The THREE Bugs we have at the show are providing the vibes. 🪩

While everyone’s talking about automation and AI, we’re doubling down on something else…

BOOK Humans. NOT Robots. 🤖

Events are about connection. Atmosphere. Real moments. Experiences your audience won't forget.
You can’t automate the energy created by a real LIVE DJ.

If you’re at Event Production Show/Confex, come and find us. The team are onsite, the decks are pumping the tunes, and the SUPER SIZED Bug is impossible to miss. Confex (stand D40C) and our Discobug at the EPS Networking Bar.

This year, we’re running a competition with a bit of fun:

One lucky winner will get The Bug Club DJ van at their event. Yes, really.

To be with a chance: Spot the robots inside one of our DJ vans, ask us to snap a photo with you in the BUG posing with the robots and we'll put you in the draw.

So if you’ve got a festival, corporate party, brand activation or something a little different in mind… now’s your moment to get involved!

Come say hello.
Find the Bugs.
Get involved.
Feel the music.

Human-powered. Bringing the vibe. 🎧🔥

18/02/2026

Who says a corporate golf day can’t be total vibes?! 🏌️‍♂️

Last year we teamed up with the brilliant team at Echelon Group for their charity
golf day & gala dinner at Celtic Manor - raising
serious funds for - and let’s just say… it wasn’t exactly hushed tones and polite clapping.

Our fully branded, battery-powered Disco Bug rolled
in to soundtrack the day from first tee to final toast.

Big tunes. Big smiles. Proper energy.

All off-grid. All seamless.

And one very happy client:

“The Bug added such fun, class and value to our corporate golf day and gala dinner. The team are fantastic and the DJ Bug is a brilliant addition to any event. We’ll absolutely be using them again.”

Maddy,

We love events like this.

Professional. Purposeful. Raising money for incredible causes.

But still full of life.

We’ve always believed even the most ‘corporate’ day deserves a bit of festival feeling, don’t you?

12/02/2026

Brighton isn’t just about seaside views and a banging music scene - it’s our home for work and play. Here’s a few of our go-to places in the city:

Platfr9m:

It’s the perfect co-working space for us, surrounded by a creative community, comfy work areas and coffee on tap. They also have events and socials, another opportunity for us to connect with other local businesses. 💻

Resident:

One of Brighton's best independent record stores, a true hub for vinyl lovers and discovering new music. We love checking out their signings and live music.

Trading Post Coffee Roasters:

A legendary Brighton roastery with plenty of space and strong coffee, great for settling in for a few hours of work ☕

Luna Hut Sauna:

Our spot to chill, recharge and reset, our favourite is the one right on the seafront, the perfect view to do some breathwork and enjoy the contrast between the hot sauna and the cold plunge 🧖‍♀️

The Eagle:

A cosy pub in the heart of the community with a solid drinks line-up, a perfect post-gig unwind 🍻

These places inspire us, keep us caffeinated and most importantly, keep The Bug Club team buzzing for your events 🪩

04/02/2026

Coming up with a fun, vibey and affordable experience for your event can feel like an impossible task in the midst of winter.

We get it: Budgets are tight, every spend has to be justified and you are still expected to create an event with energy that draws in a crowd.

Your event still has to:

🙌 Feel high-end
🤳 Look great online
💃 Keep people engaged
🗣️ Be THE event everyone talks about afterwards

You want to deliver an event that brings the vibes and creates memorable experiences.

🚫 Cut too much, and it feels flat
🚫 Cut the wrong thing, and the whole experience suffers

The real challenge isn’t spending more, it's being smart with your budget and still finding ways to create atmosphere, energy and personality.

Because people remember how it feels to be at your event, and they tell the friends and network.

This is where The Bug Club comes in - making your event stand out from the crowd and create a real impact.

Want to create an event that brings energy and vibes? We’ve got you covered 🪩

29/01/2026

🚨Event Production Show… we’re coming back for you (with the Supersized BUG) 🚐

In just 4 weeks, we’ll be rolling into EPS with our newly glowed-up Supersized Disco Bug in tow 🪩

Bigger. Bolder. Louder. And very hard to miss.

Our Solar Sound System, powered completely off grid with Martin Audio sound, pro Pioneer DJ decks, light box for adding your branding.

If you’re heading to the Event Production Show too, come and say hey.

Check out the BIG IMPACT VW DJ van up close (Justin might even let you play a tune or two)

Come and meet the team and tell us about your upcoming events, brand activations or sporting fan zones

We love EPS for the people we meet, the ideas, and the conversations

So… are you going?

Drop a comment or tag anyone who needs the BUG CLUB this 2026 season.

22/01/2026

Who says running events can’t be a total vibe? 🪩 With The Bug Club DJ Vans, they’re a total party.

We recently rolled our VW DJ Van Bugs into both the Birmingham & Bristol Great Runs, turning the course into a full-blown motivation zone.

Big tunes, big smiles, and a fully branded Bug bringing the energy exactly where it was needed.

From pumping up tired legs to getting the crowd clapping, dancing and cheering, it was all about reading the room and matching the moment. And it looks like it landed just right…

“You were so great at the crowd and runner interaction. We got loads of comments about how well you mixed the tracks and judged the runners’ reactions perfectly. Thank you!”

Rachael, Birmingham & Bristol Great Run

Huge thanks to the Great Run team for having us along.

Fancy a Bug bringing the vibes to your next sporting event or fan zone?

Comment or send us a DM, we’d love to chat.

07/01/2026

You might have seen, but sadly we're saying goodbye to the amazing Philly 😢

She’s been such a massive part of The Bug Club family over the past three years, and we honestly don’t know how we’ll manage without her!

Over the years, Philly has been our go-to for everything behind the scenes, juggling events, keeping us organised, supporting clients, and always ready to help out wherever needed.

We've had so many great times together. We'll never forget the Confex DISCO - the things we do to stay buzzing at the Excel.

Philly, thank you for all your hard work and your laughs.

You’ve made such a difference here, and we’re so proud of you as you head off to chase your acting dreams in London. We know you’re going to smash it!

We’ll miss you loads, but can’t wait to see you shining!

30/12/2025

A DJ isn’t just for Christmas… they’re for LIFE 🎧

December gets all the glory with its festive parties and end-of-year blowouts.

But us DJs, we’re here all year round!

Spring sporting events.

Summer parties.

Student nights.

Fan zones.

Festivals.

Charity days.

That random Wednesday where your brand just wants “a bit of a vibe.”

Book us in January.

Call us in March.

Plan us for November.

Love us forever. ❤️

Oh and while we’re here, a small New Year’s Eve public service announcement.
Do your DJ (and yourself) a favour:

👉 Don’t ask for requests.

They’ve got you.

They’ve read the room.

They’ve built the journey.

We promise they know better than you 😂

Happy New Year from all of us at The Bug Club.

See you on the dancefloor in 2026 🪩🚐

23/12/2025

From the London Marathon to supporting Jade’s album launch at Angel of the North, 2025 has for sure been our biggest and best year yet.

This year alone we’ve:

🚐 Rolled the VW DJ Van Bugs into dozens of cities and sites across the UK

🎶 Played in front of hundreds of thousands of people (including well over 100k just at running events)

🤝 Worked with an incredible mix of brands, agencies, pop stars, DJs, charities and communities

Powered more events off-grid than ever before, making things even more sustainable for all

Some of our standout moments from an unforgettable year:

🏃‍♂️ Lucozade London Marathon with Wasserman featuring DJ AG and football legend John Barnes

🎤 Renegade pop-ups supporting Jade’s album release and AJ Tracey in Soho

⚽ Brighton & Hove Albion FC fanzone fun.

🏌️‍♂️ A huge charity golf event at Celtic Manor, raising vital funds for Macmillan, alongside The Echelon Group

🏃‍♀️ The Great Runs with AJ Bell, bringing the vibes to Bristol, Birmingham, Newcastle, Portsmouth and Manchester

🎪 Unforgettable scenes and moments at Kaleidoscope festival

🪩 A proper silent disco rave at Hampton Court Palace

🌈 Brighton Pride VIP celebrations

🍦 Charity and community events with GroceryAid

🐾 Brand activations for our 4 legged friends and Marleybones

🎓 Student events across the country with HUEL and Cheshire Oaks Designer Outlet

🎉 Corporate summer parties galore

A year full of music, energy and community.

And creating that unmistakable, fun and care free festival feeling wherever we land.

Whether that’s a city street, a sports venue, a palace lawn or a pop-up in the rain.

To every client, collaborator, DJ, crew member and organiser who trusted us this year - thank you. 💚

We’re incredibly proud of what we’ve built together.

ROLLLLL on 2026. 🚐🪩✨

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Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 6pm
Wednesday	9am - 6pm
Thursday	9am - 6pm
Friday	9am - 6pm
Saturday	9:30am - 5:45pm

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About Us....

Based in Sussex, the Bugbar company specialise in supplying unique, chic and bespoke VW camper vans which operate as cocktail bars and/or DJ booths. Born out of a lifelong love affair with cool camper vans, great music and first class drinks owner and director of the Bugbar company is Justin Rushmore, based in Brighton he conceived the idea back in 2013. Since then has created a mini fleet and which has travelled as far as the south of France to entertain clients in Monte Carlo and closer to home town DJ events with the likes of Fatboy Slim. The ethos of the company is 'We Bring the Party' with a focus on quality. A friendly & experienced team guarantee to add a touch of panache to any wedding, event or mini festival. You can choose from a vintage VW cocktail bar or our the most excellent DISCOBUG mobile DJ booth for an unforgettable experience…

So if you're looking for first class drinks served with a smile by professional, charismatic staff, for your favourite cocktail through to locally brewed Craft beers, bubbles or creative mocktails - the Bugbar team have got it covered. Having spent 30 years in hospitality Justin was also a highly respected international DJ, he currently hosts a weekly show on Brighton's 1BTN FM. So if you are booking the DISCOBUG you can be sure that the DJs are always on point. All the DJs have a wealth of experience and cater to each occasion. With consistently excellent feedback the Bugbar pride themselves in reliability and customer satisfaction. They aim to offer all our clients the type of care and attention that they would expect at their own special occasion. #webringtheparty

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