Get ready to step back in time for one day only as two legendary Southampton nightclubs make a comeback. 

Ikon and Diva, the Leisure World venues which ruled the city's nightlife from 1996 to 2007, will make a hotly anticipated return for an epic day party at District, formerly The Square Balloon then Switch. 

The clock will be turned back from 3pm to 8pm on Saturday May 17 and party-goers are invited to relive the nights that made the sister clubs so unforgettable. 

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An event created for over 30’s only, guests can expect the original DJs spinning the biggest tunes, the same electric atmosphere, and even some decor that will take you right back! 

Organisers promise it's a chance to reconnect with old friends, make new memories, and dance like you never left.

Dan Corry, General Manager of District, said: "Ikon and Diva wasn't just a club, it was an iconic community hub which kept people coming back time after time. The people, the music and the atmosphere were all pure magic.

"We can’t wait to bring that feeling back and see everyone together again for what’s going to be an unforgettable day!

"District is the perfect backdrop to recreate the same incredible vibes as Ikon and Diva and it will be amazing to bring all the people who made the original club so special back together.”

With the Ikon and Diva original building now a car park, District has been chosen to recreate the big room energy enjoyed by revellers at Leisure World back in the day. 

With the day party format, there’s time to drink, dance, grab a bite to eat, and still be home before dark.

The nightclubs are etched in the memories of local clubbers of the 90s and 00s.

Leisure World covered 200,000 square feet, was 72ft high and employed more than 500 people.

It included a 13-screen Odeon cinema, Hotshots sports bar, Jumpin Jaks and the two nightclubs. 

A  night out there would then be finished off at either the larger club with current club hits Ikon or - if you were over 25 - the more retro themed Diva until the early hours of the morning.

Tickets for the event are on sale now at skiddle.com/e/40608218