BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Wigan Events Guide - ECPv6.3.3.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Wigan Events Guide X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.wiganeventsguide.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Wigan Events Guide REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Europe/London BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20220327T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20221030T010000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220318T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220318T223000 DTSTAMP:20240319T084043 CREATED:20220317T143046Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220317T143046Z UID:10000519-1647631800-1647642600@www.wiganeventsguide.com SUMMARY:And Heavy Metal For Wigan XXX: Introspective DESCRIPTION:The 30th AHMFW event\, and 3 years since the brand was formed. What better way to celebrate than with some of the finest unsigned talent in the local area?\nTheorist headline\, supported by Cut Short\, and Only The Righteous!\nTheorist\nHometown heroes Theorist headline this evening. The band have undergone a transformation as of late yet still retain the tech metal backbone to their sound.\nCut Short\nA true sleeping giant amongst the North West metal scene\, their live show is high octane and not one to be missed.\nOnly The Righteous\nThe band’s first gig in Wigan for nearly 3 years and their first on an AHMFW stage. The band come from Unearthed Music’s stacked roster and are sure to add much needed quality to the line up.\nFree entry\, first band 8pm.\n[gs-button size=”false” content=”Facebook Event” url=”https://www.facebook.com/events/1123949511680414″ icon=”false”] URL:https://www.wiganeventsguide.com/event/and-heavy-metal-for-wigan-xxx-introspective/ LOCATION:The Boulevard\, 17A Wallgate\, Wigan\, WN1 1LD\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Live Music & Gigs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wiganeventsguide.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/heavy-metal-wigan.jpg GEO:53.5453535;-2.6321352 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The Boulevard 17A Wallgate Wigan WN1 1LD United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=17A Wallgate:geo:-2.6321352,53.5453535 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220319T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220319T160000 DTSTAMP:20240319T084043 CREATED:20220314T150841Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220314T150841Z UID:10000511-1647691200-1647705600@www.wiganeventsguide.com SUMMARY:Makers Market DESCRIPTION:Springfield\, Beech Hill and Gidlow CommUnity are proud to present our first Makers Market.\n19th March 12 – 4pm\n\nat St Anne’s Community Centre\, Beech Hill.\n\nLocal Crafts\, Skincare\, Jewellery\, Guitars\, Homeware & Decor\, Cakes\, Guitars\, Hot Pie\, Books\, Bike Repair & More!\n\nThere will be children’s corner with activities.\n\nWe also have live entertainment from the acclaimed Quaintest Show on Earth\n\nRefreshments are available\n\nCome down to support the local small businesses on offer.\n\nFree Entry\n\n[gs-button size=”false” content=”Facebook Event” url=”https://www.facebook.com/events/2075772132585719″ icon=”false”] URL:https://www.wiganeventsguide.com/event/makers-market/ LOCATION:St Anne’s Community Centre\, Beech Hill Avenue\, Beech Hill\, Wigan\, WN6 7TA CATEGORIES:Festivals & Fairs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wiganeventsguide.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/makers-market.jpg GEO:53.5585204;-2.6582523 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=St Anne’s Community Centre Beech Hill Avenue Beech Hill Wigan WN6 7TA;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Beech Hill Avenue\, Beech Hill:geo:-2.6582523,53.5585204 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220319T200000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220319T223000 DTSTAMP:20240319T084043 CREATED:20220314T151300Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220314T151300Z UID:10000513-1647720000-1647729000@www.wiganeventsguide.com SUMMARY:Kazabian vs Arctic Monkeyz DESCRIPTION:Kazabian are the official and number one tribute act to the mighty Kasabian\, endorsed by the real thing and touring extensively around Britain and Europe. Bearing an uncanny resemblance\, they bring pounding beats and huge guitar-driven choruses to recreate Kasabian’s explosive stage show with unerring accuracy\, delivering hits from across all 6 albums. With support from top tribute Arctic Monkeyz\, performing the hits from massive Sheffield based indie band Arctic Monkeys. \nStage Times: \nDoors: 19:30 \nArctic Monkeyz: 20:15-2100 \nKazabian: 21:25-22:40 URL:https://www.wiganeventsguide.com/event/kazabian-vs-arctic-monkeyz/ LOCATION:The Old Courts\, Crawford Street\, Wigan\, WN1 1NG\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Live Music & Gigs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wiganeventsguide.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Kazabian-vs-Arctic-Monkeyz.jpg GEO:53.545664;-2.6340963 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The Old Courts Crawford Street Wigan WN1 1NG United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Crawford Street:geo:-2.6340963,53.545664 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220319T200000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220319T230000 DTSTAMP:20240319T084043 CREATED:20220314T151659Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220314T151659Z UID:10000515-1647720000-1647730800@www.wiganeventsguide.com SUMMARY:Boomin DESCRIPTION:Born & bread… back to the birth… they have made you wait long enough… Boomin are coming home for a fun\, unpredictable night of epic rock n roll in Wigan. Yes it’s Sappenin’!\nTickets: £5.00 plus booking fee | OTD: £7.00\nThis is a 14+ event. Under 18’s must be accompanied by an adult at all times.\n\n[gs-button size=”false” content=”Tickets” url=”https://www.boulevard-wigan.co.uk/events/boomin” icon=”false”] URL:https://www.wiganeventsguide.com/event/boomin/ LOCATION:The Boulevard\, 17A Wallgate\, Wigan\, WN1 1LD\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Live Music & Gigs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wiganeventsguide.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/boomin.jpg GEO:53.5453535;-2.6321352 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The Boulevard 17A Wallgate Wigan WN1 1LD United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=17A Wallgate:geo:-2.6321352,53.5453535 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220322T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220322T130000 DTSTAMP:20240319T084043 CREATED:20220314T152349Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220314T152349Z UID:10000518-1647950400-1647954000@www.wiganeventsguide.com SUMMARY:A talk about Wigan’s Twin Town\, Angers by Lucie Thecua DESCRIPTION:A talk about Wigan’s Twin Town\, Angers by Lucie Thecua as part of Francophonie week \nThe Twinning Ambassadress from Angers at Wigan Council is delighted to present an exclusive talk on Wigan’s Twin Town\, Angers on 22nd March 2022\, 12:00-12.45pm. \nWigan borough is twinned with Angers in France and has a Twinning Ambassadress from Angers\, Lucie Thecua. Lucie is passionate about Wigan’s twin town and will introduce you to the twinning and the beautiful city of Angers. Join her as she takes you on a journey of twinning\, culture\, history\, arts and French culinary delights. Those who come along will also receive a complimentary book of photographs that featured in the #LoveYourTwinTown exhibition. \nThis FREE talk is part of a programme of events for Francophonie Week\, celebrating our cultural relations with France and Wigan’s twinning with Angers. Tea and coffee will be provided. \nPlease arrive 10 minutes before the start of the talk. \nFor further information please visit: www.wigan.gov.uk/Council/Town-Twinning/ \nor email: angers@wigan.gov.uk \n[gs-button size=”false” content=”Register” url=”https://www.eventbrite.com/e/a-talk-about-wigans-twin-town-angers-by-lucie-thecua-tickets-293761928837″ icon=”false”] \n  URL:https://www.wiganeventsguide.com/event/a-talk-about-wigans-twin-town-angers-by-lucie-thecua/ LOCATION:Museum of Wigan Life\, Library Street\, Wigan\, Library Street\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Spoken / Written Word ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wiganeventsguide.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Angers.jpg GEO:53.5451911;-2.6308736 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Museum of Wigan Life Library Street Wigan Library Street United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Library Street:geo:-2.6308736,53.5451911 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220325T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220325T230000 DTSTAMP:20240319T084043 CREATED:20220314T151036Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220314T151036Z UID:10000512-1648236600-1648249200@www.wiganeventsguide.com SUMMARY:Jeramiah Ferrari DESCRIPTION:This northwest outfit are seasoned festival stage performers and have forged a superb reputation for live sets. They have been supporting The Wailers on their UK tour fusing styles of reggae\, rock\, ska and pop\, to make a truly memorable and essential new sound. \nJeramiah Ferrari grew up on a diet of Bob Marley\, The Police and Michael Jackson. Expect a great calypso-ska style dancing party at any Jeramiah Ferrari Show! \nPrevious tours include sharing the stage with Madness\, UB40\, Hollie Cook and Steel Pulse. \nMany festival slots include Boomtown Fair\, Beat Herder\, Kendal Calling\, Arezzo Wave Festival (Italy)\, Zwarte Cross Festival (Holland)\, Mad Hatters Festival (France)\, Lytham Festival with Brian Adams\, Bowlers Scafest with The Selecter & The Beat and Weyfest with Level 42. \nSupport on the night comes from local pop rock 5 piece Yesteryears and Leeds based electro – spoken word band\, Stray Weather. \nApprox Stage Times: \nDoors: 19:30\nYesteryears: 20:15 – 20:45\nStray Weather: 21:00 – 21:30\nJeramiah Ferrari: 21:45 – 22:45 URL:https://www.wiganeventsguide.com/event/jeramiah-ferrari/ LOCATION:The Old Courts\, Crawford Street\, Wigan\, WN1 1NG\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Live Music & Gigs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wiganeventsguide.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/jeremiah.jpg GEO:53.545664;-2.6340963 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The Old Courts Crawford Street Wigan WN1 1NG United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Crawford Street:geo:-2.6340963,53.545664 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220326T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220326T223000 DTSTAMP:20240319T084043 CREATED:20220314T152055Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220314T152112Z UID:10000517-1648323000-1648333800@www.wiganeventsguide.com SUMMARY:Twin Lizzy - A Tribute to Thin Lizzy DESCRIPTION:The boys are back in town! Twin Lizzy will be gracing our stage once again to pleasure your ears with the greatest Thin Lizzy hits ever known. \nTickets: £5.00 plus booking fee | OTD: £7.00\nThis is a 14+ event. Under 18’s must be accompanied by an adult at all times. \n[gs-button size=”false” content=”Tickets” url=”https://www.boulevard-wigan.co.uk/events/twin-lizzy-a-tribute-to-thin-lizzy” icon=”false”] \n  URL:https://www.wiganeventsguide.com/event/twin-lizzy-a-tribute-to-thin-lizzy/ LOCATION:The Boulevard\, 17A Wallgate\, Wigan\, WN1 1LD\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Live Music & Gigs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wiganeventsguide.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/twin-lizzy.jpg GEO:53.5453535;-2.6321352 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The Boulevard 17A Wallgate Wigan WN1 1LD United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=17A Wallgate:geo:-2.6321352,53.5453535 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220331T180000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220331T203000 DTSTAMP:20240319T084043 CREATED:20220314T151902Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220314T151902Z UID:10000516-1648749600-1648758600@www.wiganeventsguide.com SUMMARY:Sleepover DESCRIPTION:We have spent over a year not hanging out with our mates properly\, this Sleepover is long over-due. \nThe year is 1990\, a time of back combed fringes\, Just Seventeen Magazines\, New Kids on the Block and White Musk Perfume. Remember? You are 15 years old and you live for your mates\, belly laughs and sleepovers at Kelly’s house. Come and join us as we discuss all the best things about being a teenager\, leave the responsibilities of your grown up world behind and embrace your teenage self who might just have something to tell you about how to live your life now. \nBoys you’re invited too\, but keep the noise down\, Kelly’s dad will kill us if he knows we’ve got lads in the house. \nShow 1:\nDoors: 5:30pm\nStage time 6:00pm \nShow 2:\nDoors: 8:00pm\nStage Time: 8:30pm \nDuration 1 hour 20 minutes (no interval) \nSeating – In this interactive performance\, the audience sit on single beds in groups of four. Limited separate seating is available. All audience interactions will be done within the company’s guidelines of covid safety. \n  \n[gs-button size=”false” content=”Tickets” url=”https://www.theoldcourts.com/shows/sleepover/” icon=”false”] URL:https://www.wiganeventsguide.com/event/sleepover/ LOCATION:The Old Courts\, Crawford Street\, Wigan\, WN1 1NG\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Theatre & Film ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wiganeventsguide.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Sleepover.jpg GEO:53.545664;-2.6340963 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The Old Courts Crawford Street Wigan WN1 1NG United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Crawford Street:geo:-2.6340963,53.545664 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220415T200000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220415T230000 DTSTAMP:20240319T084043 CREATED:20220414T132948Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220414T132948Z UID:10000528-1650052800-1650063600@www.wiganeventsguide.com SUMMARY:Wolfgang Flür (Ex Kraftwerk) DESCRIPTION:Member of the classic Kraftwerk line up 1973-1987\, author of “I Was A Robot” and Rock n’ Roll Hall of Fame 2021 Inductee – Wolfgang Flür returns to The Old Courts\, touring his 3rd solo album Magazine! \nA member of Kraftwerk during the group’s golden era\, Wolfgang Flür was the band’s electronic percussionist from 1973 to 1987. Born in Frankfurt\, Germany\, Flür became the third member of the band in 1973\, replacing a drum machine. He was a member of the group from their international breakthrough with the album Autobahn (1974) and remained as they experimented with proto techno on albums such as Trans-Europe Express (1977) and Computer World (1981). \nFrustrated with the half-a-decade it took to produce Electric Cafe (1986)\, he left the band after the LP’s release — it wouldn’t be until a 2009 reissue that Flür received an artist credit on the album. In 1997\, he launched his solo career under the name Yamo and released Time Pie\, an album that featured work with the experimental duo Mouse on Mars. \nIn 2000\, he published his memoir I Was a Robot\, but the book was pulled momentarily\, and re-released with revisions after a lawsuit from the remaining members of Kraftwerk. \nA 12″ single named after the book appeared in 2004\, and it was included on the 2015 release Eloquence: Total Works\, a collection of unreleased Flür tracks dating back to 2002. \nHis live performance will include the true analogue influences from the early electronic movement\, whilst showcasing his modern introductions of pop\, techno\, and soundtrack sounds. \nSupport on the night comes from musician\, producer\, noise maker and Wolfgang’s music partner – Peter Duggal. \nApprox. Stage times:\nDoors Open 19:30\nPete Duggal 20:30 – 21:10\nWolfgang Flür: 21:30 – 22:40 \n  URL:https://www.wiganeventsguide.com/event/wolfgang-flur-ex-kraftwerk/ LOCATION:The Old Courts\, Crawford Street\, Wigan\, WN1 1NG\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Live Music & Gigs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wiganeventsguide.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/wolf-gang.jpg GEO:53.545664;-2.6340963 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The Old Courts Crawford Street Wigan WN1 1NG United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Crawford Street:geo:-2.6340963,53.545664 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220415T200000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220415T233000 DTSTAMP:20240319T084043 CREATED:20220414T132317Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220414T132317Z UID:10000525-1650052800-1650065400@www.wiganeventsguide.com SUMMARY:Ska Face - A Good Friday Celebration DESCRIPTION:Ska Face are a 10 piece Ska band from Blackpool with a combined age exceeding 450 years\, old enough to know better but young enough not to care. They play classic ska and 2 tone with an infectious groove and unstoppable energy that just makes you want to groove. Expect all the ska and 2 tone classics from the likes of The Specials\, Madness\, The Selecter\, Bad Manners\, Toots and many more!\nTickets: £8.00 plus booking fee | OTD: £10.00\nThis is a 14+ event. Under 18’s must be accompanied by an adult at all times. \n[gs-button size=”false” content=”Tickets” url=”https://www.boulevard-wigan.co.uk/events/ska-face-4″ icon=”false”] \n  URL:https://www.wiganeventsguide.com/event/ska-face-a-good-friday-celebration/ LOCATION:The Boulevard\, 17A Wallgate\, Wigan\, WN1 1LD\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Live Music & Gigs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wiganeventsguide.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/ska.jpg GEO:53.5453535;-2.6321352 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The Boulevard 17A Wallgate Wigan WN1 1LD United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=17A Wallgate:geo:-2.6321352,53.5453535 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220416T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220416T230000 DTSTAMP:20240319T084043 CREATED:20220414T133445Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220414T133445Z UID:10000529-1650137400-1650150000@www.wiganeventsguide.com SUMMARY:Ian Prowse & Amsterdam The Plough Tour DESCRIPTION:Raised on protest songs\, influenced by the Celtic sounds that make Liverpool so unique\, and inspired by the songwriting craftsmanship of Paul Weller\, Mike Scott\, Bruce Springsteen and Elvis Costello\, it was no surprise\, that when the rest of Britain was swaggering along to the baggy sound of The Stone Roses at the start of the 90s\, Ian put together a band that marched to their own beat. \nThe result was Pele\, a five piece alternative rock ‘n’ pop band with an infusion of Celtic sounds\, and a live show that became stuff of legend. They released two studio albums\, one live album and six singles. \nAmsterdam saw success with their first single ‘The Journey’ hitting the UK top 40\, but it’s their song ‘Does This Train Stop on Merseyside?’ that cemented Ian’s place in the hearts of DJs\, songwriters and music fans alike – Radio 1 DJ John Peel was reduced to tears every time he put it on\, openly crying live on air because of its connection with Liverpool\, the city he loved. \nIan will be celebrating the release of brand new album ‘Here I Lie’ which was made with the help of 18 musicians including Robbo & Nico from first band Pele. The album has already been highly praised by Elvis Costello\, Damien Dempsey & Miles Hunt as one of Ian’s best yet. \nThe 4 piece band show will also include plenty of songs from Pele & Amsterdam as well as a few surprises. \n“I always come to an Ian Prowse record prepared to learn. It goes without saying that he will make a beautiful carriage of the music he loves; rock and roll\, folk airs and the lessons learned from the bards of Asbury Park. But Ian doesn’t just sing of the here and now but also reaches back into the past for a passionate take to tell or to sing of a street we may no longer recognise or an injustice that might tell us something about today. This truth is probably the best thing about ‘Here I Lie’.” – Elvis Costello \n[gs-button size=”false” content=”Tickets” url=”https://www.theoldcourts.com/shows/ian-prowse-amsterdam-the-plough-tour/” icon=”false”] \n  URL:https://www.wiganeventsguide.com/event/ian-prowse-amsterdam-the-plough-tour/ LOCATION:The Old Courts\, Crawford Street\, Wigan\, WN1 1NG\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Live Music & Gigs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wiganeventsguide.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/ian.jpg GEO:53.545664;-2.6340963 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The Old Courts Crawford Street Wigan WN1 1NG United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Crawford Street:geo:-2.6340963,53.545664 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220417T170000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220417T230000 DTSTAMP:20240319T084043 CREATED:20220414T131819Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220414T131819Z UID:10000522-1650214800-1650236400@www.wiganeventsguide.com SUMMARY:And Heavy Metal For Wigan XXXI: Easter Rocks! DESCRIPTION:This rare Easter Sunday line up will feature many new bands as well as established acts\, and will be centred heavily around the hard rock genre.\nUnknown Refuge – Asylum City Zoo – 40\,000 Leagues – Apparitia\nUnknown Refuge\nThe band are beginning to amass a respectable following and growing list of accolades. Despite being such a young age\, the Bolton-based quintet are firmly established amongst the North West scene and it’s exciting to finally bring them to the AHMFW stage.\nAsylum City Zoo\nBoulevard and AHMFW regulars\, the hard rock outfit are beginning to build some serious momentum with the promise of a new EP on the horizon! Get down to witness some new material from one of Manchester’s most respected underground bands.\n40\,000 Leagues\nOne of the stars of Manchester’s underground scene\, the progressive metallers were due to play in January of this year but will finally be making their Wigan debut this April!\nApparitia\nAlso flying the flag for Unearthed\, the Manchester based quintet come to The Boulevard for the first time. A talented and prodigious group of young musicians\, the whole truly is greater than the sum of its parts with this band who will provide a sound closely centred around progressive rock.\nFree entry\n14+ with a responsible adult\n5pm doors\, first band 6.30. \n[gs-button size=”false” content=”Facebook Event” url=”https://www.facebook.com/events/2474422216026900/” icon=”false”] \n  URL:https://www.wiganeventsguide.com/event/and-heavy-metal-for-wigan-xxxi-easter-rocks/ LOCATION:The Boulevard\, 17A Wallgate\, Wigan\, WN1 1LD\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Live Music & Gigs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wiganeventsguide.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/heavy-metal-wigan.jpg GEO:53.5453535;-2.6321352 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The Boulevard 17A Wallgate Wigan WN1 1LD United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=17A Wallgate:geo:-2.6321352,53.5453535 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220421T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220421T130000 DTSTAMP:20240319T084043 CREATED:20220414T131603Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220414T131603Z UID:10000520-1650542400-1650546000@www.wiganeventsguide.com SUMMARY:Coalopolis – Wigan’s Mining Heritage by Alan Davie DESCRIPTION:In the late 19th century Wigan took on the title ’Coalopolis’. It was the most important coal mining town in the world with 700 years of developing mining methods\, technical advances and mining education. In 1863 the borough had 48 collieries operating and by 1912\, a total of 31\,932 men and women were employed in the industry. At the time of nationalisation in 1947\, 34 mines remained with its last deep mines Bickershaw and Parsonage in Leigh\, closing in 1992. Join Alan Davies for this fascinating talk to find out more about Wigan’s amazing mining heritage. \nWhen? Thursday 21st April\, 12pm – 1pm\nWhere? Museum of Wigan Life\, Library Street\, Wigan\, WN1 1NU\nWhat is the cost? £2.50\, includes tea or coffee\nDo I need to book? Yes booking is essential\nHow do I book? Ring 01942 8281288 or email wiganmuseum@wigan.gov.uk. URL:https://www.wiganeventsguide.com/event/coalopolis-wigans-mining-heritage-by-alan-davie/ LOCATION:Museum of Wigan Life\, Library Street\, Wigan\, Library Street\, United Kingdom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wiganeventsguide.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/525682_352651721457300_628898325_n.jpg GEO:53.5451911;-2.6308736 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Museum of Wigan Life Library Street Wigan Library Street United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Library Street:geo:-2.6308736,53.5451911 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220422T200000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220422T220000 DTSTAMP:20240319T084043 CREATED:20220414T134956Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220414T134956Z UID:10000537-1650657600-1650664800@www.wiganeventsguide.com SUMMARY:The AC/DC Experience DESCRIPTION:Arguably Britain’s best AC/DC tribute band bring their UK Tour back to The Old Courts. \nThe AC/DC Experience brilliantly nail the power and look of the stadium rock god’s incendiary stage performance. \nThis widely-held view was backed up when rock legend\, and ex-Whitesnake guitarist\, Bernie Marsden saw the band during their sensational UK tour . \nBernie\, who wrote Whitesnake’s classic anthem Here I Go Again\, said: “I caught The AC/DC Experience on their tour in Oxford and the gig brought back memories of one of my greatest tour experiences with the Australian rockers in 1980.” \n“The AC/DC Experience boys captured the spirit of those great anthems I heard every night\, and I believe the guitar player sweats as much as Angus! \n“If you love AC/DC music a night out at one of their gigs will leave you smiling!” \nThe AC/DC Experience – bring the electrifying musical skills and sound of the real thing. \n[gs-button size=”false” content=”Tickets” url=”https://www.theoldcourts.com/shows/the-ac-dc-experience/” icon=”false”] \n  URL:https://www.wiganeventsguide.com/event/the-ac-dc-experience/ LOCATION:The Old Courts\, Crawford Street\, Wigan\, WN1 1NG\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Live Music & Gigs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wiganeventsguide.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/ac-dc.jpg GEO:53.545664;-2.6340963 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The Old Courts Crawford Street Wigan WN1 1NG United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Crawford Street:geo:-2.6340963,53.545664 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220423T170000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220423T210000 DTSTAMP:20240319T084043 CREATED:20220414T132500Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220414T132500Z UID:10000526-1650733200-1650747600@www.wiganeventsguide.com SUMMARY:999 + Snide Remarks + Chaos 8 DESCRIPTION:KDS Promotions brings Punk Rock Legends 999 to The Boulevard Wigan with support from Snide Remark & Tbc\nTickets only £13.\nDoors open 17.00\nChaos 8. 17.30 – 18.10\nSnide Remarks. 18.30 – 19.10\n999. 19.30 – 20.30\nOver 14s Event\, Anyone under 18 must be accompanied by an adult at all times. URL:https://www.wiganeventsguide.com/event/999-snide-remarks-chaos-8/ LOCATION:The Boulevard\, 17A Wallgate\, Wigan\, WN1 1LD\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Live Music & Gigs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wiganeventsguide.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/999.jpg GEO:53.5453535;-2.6321352 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The Boulevard 17A Wallgate Wigan WN1 1LD United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=17A Wallgate:geo:-2.6321352,53.5453535 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220423T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220423T230000 DTSTAMP:20240319T084043 CREATED:20220414T134743Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220414T134743Z UID:10000536-1650742200-1650754800@www.wiganeventsguide.com SUMMARY:BURN – Deep Purple Tribute DESCRIPTION:With music from In Rock\, Machine Head\, Fireball\, Who Do We Think We Are\, Burn\, Stormbringer and more. Keen eyed members of the audience will recognise the players\, who also make up MOTHERSHIP\, the Led Zeppelin Tribute who have played at the Old Courts many times. \n\nApprox. Stage times: \nDoors: 19:30\n1st Set: 20:00 – 21:00\n20 min break\n2nd set: 21:20 – 22:20 \n  \n[gs-button size=”false” content=”Tickets” url=”https://www.theoldcourts.com/shows/burn-deep-purple-tribute/” icon=”false”] \n  URL:https://www.wiganeventsguide.com/event/burn-deep-purple-tribute/ LOCATION:The Old Courts\, Crawford Street\, Wigan\, WN1 1NG\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Live Music & Gigs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wiganeventsguide.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/burn.jpg GEO:53.545664;-2.6340963 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The Old Courts Crawford Street Wigan WN1 1NG United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Crawford Street:geo:-2.6340963,53.545664 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220424T123000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220424T153000 DTSTAMP:20240319T084043 CREATED:20220414T134301Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220414T134301Z UID:10000533-1650803400-1650814200@www.wiganeventsguide.com SUMMARY:GRAHAM DEAN BAND DESCRIPTION:The Music Continuum presents Graham Dean Band \nExciting new quintet playing the music of David Sanborn\, Michael Brecker\, Brecker Brothers\, The Yellowjackets\, Steps Ahead & others \n\nGraham Dean – drums\nGary Culshaw – bass\nJohn Bailey – guitar\nPaul Kilvington – keyboards\nMunch Manship – saxophones URL:https://www.wiganeventsguide.com/event/graham-dean-band/ LOCATION:Whelley Ex-Servicemen’s Club\, 180 Vauxhall Road\, Wigan\, WN1 3LU\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Live Music & Gigs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wiganeventsguide.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/The-Music-Continuum.jpg GEO:53.5464152;-2.6214084 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Whelley Ex-Servicemen’s Club 180 Vauxhall Road Wigan WN1 3LU United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=180 Vauxhall Road:geo:-2.6214084,53.5464152 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220430T170000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220430T213000 DTSTAMP:20240319T084043 CREATED:20220414T132700Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220414T132700Z UID:10000527-1651338000-1651354200@www.wiganeventsguide.com SUMMARY:CONFLICT. DESCRIPTION:KDS Promotions are delighted to bring the fantastic Conflict to The Boulevard Wigan.\nDoors open 17.00\nConflict. 19.30 – 20.30\nhttps://www.facebook.com/CONFLICTPunk\nThee Acid Tongue. 18.30 – 19.10\nhttps://www.facebook.com/theeacidtongue\nKill The Masters. 17.45 – 18.15\nhttps://www.facebook.com/killthemasters/\nTickets £12 or £15 on the door.\nOver 14s Event\, Anyone under 18 must be accompanied by an adult at all times.\n\n[gs-button size=”false” content=”Tickets” url=”https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/conflict-tickets-194321911067″ icon=”false”] URL:https://www.wiganeventsguide.com/event/conflict/ LOCATION:The Boulevard\, 17A Wallgate\, Wigan\, WN1 1LD\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Live Music & Gigs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wiganeventsguide.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/conflict.jpg GEO:53.5453535;-2.6321352 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The Boulevard 17A Wallgate Wigan WN1 1LD United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=17A Wallgate:geo:-2.6321352,53.5453535 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220430T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220430T223000 DTSTAMP:20240319T084043 CREATED:20220414T134607Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220414T134607Z UID:10000535-1651347000-1651357800@www.wiganeventsguide.com SUMMARY:Dr Feelgood DESCRIPTION:Formed on Canvey Island in Essex in the early 1970s Dr. Feelgood remains one of the most popular and exciting live rhythm and blues acts in the world. The raw and uncompromising style of their performance resulted in the album Stupidity that immediately went to the number one position in the U.K. charts. \nDr. Feelgood have also enjoyed global success with a string of hit singles including Roxette\, Back in the Night\, Milk and Alcohol\, Down at the Doctors\, She Does it Right\, Going Back Home and See You Later Alligator – which gave the group their first gold record. \nThe last album to feature Lee Brilleaux – Down at the Doctors\, was recorded live at the Dr. Feelgood Music Bar on Canvey Island\,(now the site of the Oysterfleet Hotel) just two months before he died. \nJulien Temple’s film Oil City Confidential released on 2nd February 2010 tells the story of the bands formative years featuring the Wilko Johnson era. \nMay 2011 saw the digitally re – mastered re-release of Chessmasters originally released in 2000 on EMI Records … the band’s tribute to the Chess label\, home to many of the finest blues artists of the 20th century and the first Dr Feelgood album to feature Robert on vocals. \nApprox. stage times:\nDoors: 19:30\nThe Extras: 20:30 – 21:10\nDr Feelgood: 21:30 – 23:00 \n[gs-button size=”false” content=”Tickets” url=”https://www.theoldcourts.com/shows/dr-feelgood/” icon=”false”] \n  URL:https://www.wiganeventsguide.com/event/dr-feelgood/ LOCATION:The Old Courts\, Crawford Street\, Wigan\, WN1 1NG\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Live Music & Gigs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wiganeventsguide.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/dr-feelgood.jpg GEO:53.545664;-2.6340963 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The Old Courts Crawford Street Wigan WN1 1NG United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Crawford Street:geo:-2.6340963,53.545664 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220501T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220501T160000 DTSTAMP:20240319T084043 CREATED:20220428T143324Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220428T143324Z UID:10000540-1651406400-1651420800@www.wiganeventsguide.com SUMMARY:𝗘𝗻𝗱 𝗼𝗳 𝗦𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗼𝗻 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝘁𝘆 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝗸! DESCRIPTION:🗓️ 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟮 𝗘𝗻𝗱 𝗼𝗳 𝗦𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗼𝗻 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝘁𝘆 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝗸!\nHosted by Colin Murray\, join us on Sunday in Mesnes Park (12-4pm)\n🎵 Stanleys\, Flechettes + Rivver!\nIn partnership with Wigan Council\, Westwood Motor Group and Wigan Youth Zone!\n#wafc 🔵⚪️ #BELIEVE URL:https://www.wiganeventsguide.com/event/%f0%9d%97%98%f0%9d%97%bb%f0%9d%97%b1-%f0%9d%97%bc%f0%9d%97%b3-%f0%9d%97%a6%f0%9d%97%b2%f0%9d%97%ae%f0%9d%98%80%f0%9d%97%bc%f0%9d%97%bb-%f0%9d%97%a3%f0%9d%97%ae%f0%9d%97%bf%f0%9d%98%81%f0%9d%98%86/ LOCATION:Mesnes Park\, Mesnes Park Terrace\, Wigan\, WN1 1TU\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Live Music & Gigs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wiganeventsguide.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/party-in-the-park.jpg GEO:53.5505799;-2.6338441 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Mesnes Park Mesnes Park Terrace Wigan WN1 1TU United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Mesnes Park Terrace:geo:-2.6338441,53.5505799 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220506T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220506T230000 DTSTAMP:20240319T084043 CREATED:20220414T133655Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220414T133655Z UID:10000530-1651863600-1651878000@www.wiganeventsguide.com SUMMARY:KREEK + Bad Earth + Cry For Mercy DESCRIPTION:Kreek is hot new British band formed in the summer of 2019 by ex Bigfoot powerhouse vocalist Antony Ellis\, the band consists of Antony Ellis (Lead Vocals)\, Nick Clarke (Guitars)\, Dan Collict (Guitars)\, Lee Andrews (Bass) and Seb Sweet (Drums)…\nKreek with their catchy melodies and hooks bring a wealth of experience of touring from previous projects in the UK and in mainland Europe plus many major festival appearances including Bloodstock open air\, Hard rock Hell and Frontiers fest just to name a few…\nDangerdog Music Reviews – ‘Spot on melodic Hard rock led by Antony Ellis’s fine vocal talent. Very recommended. GET IT!’\nPlanet Mosh – ‘These 10 tracks bristle with verve and vitality\, point proven by the album opener At The Bottom Of Hell’.\nPowerplay – ‘Up this kreek without a paddle… happy to be!’ 10 powerpoints!\n\nhttps://www.facebook.com/KreekUK/\nsupport from.\nBad Earth.\nhttps://www.facebook.com/BADEARTH\nCry For Mercy.\nhttps://www.facebook.com/cryformercyofficial/\nTickets only £9 available on the link below.\nhttps://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/kreek-tickets-273393315767\nOver 14s Event\, Anyone under 18 must be accompanied by an adult at all times\n[gs-button size=”false” content=”Tickets” url=”https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/kreek-tickets-273393315767″ icon=”false”] URL:https://www.wiganeventsguide.com/event/kreek-bad-earth-cry-for-mercy/ LOCATION:The Boulevard\, 17A Wallgate\, Wigan\, WN1 1LD\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Live Music & Gigs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wiganeventsguide.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/kreek.jpg GEO:53.5453535;-2.6321352 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The Boulevard 17A Wallgate Wigan WN1 1LD United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=17A Wallgate:geo:-2.6321352,53.5453535 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220507T103000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220507T180000 DTSTAMP:20240319T084043 CREATED:20220414T134044Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220414T134107Z UID:10000531-1651919400-1651946400@www.wiganeventsguide.com SUMMARY:Dino Days! DESCRIPTION:Two Mega – Saurus Days of Fantastic Family Fun at Haigh Woodland (Jurassic) Park!\n\nJourney back to Mesozoic Times! Experience Spinosaurus to Pterosaurs! T-Rex to Triceratops!\nVisit the Cretaceous Craft Marquee. Play in the Jurassic Park!\nWalk in the Land that time forgot. Feed Dino Babies along the way.\nLearn with a smile.\nCheer on the Dinosaurs at the Spino’ Sports Day\, Clap at the Dino Dance and Singalong!\nThree and a half hours of Dino’ delights. Giant games\, Ice Age – interaction. Mega music. Fierce food and drink.\n\nPlus all the other amazing attractions of Haigh Woodland Park.\n\nGreat Fun. Great Value. Great Outdoors.\n\nPrices:\nAdult Tickets £10.00\nChildren (Aged 3 to 12) Tickets £8.00.\nChildren Aged 3 and Under FREE.\nBooking Fees apply.\nCar Parking fee – £4 for all day parking.\n\nEach Event Includes the following:\nAt 10.30am (3pm for afternoon shows) – Gateways Open. On arrival start your experience with Riding Dinosaurs and Dino Babies. Marvel as Tiny: the Huge Triceratops\, Spinosaurus\, and Pterosaur roam around the different arena spaces!\n\nBetween 10.30am & 1.30pm (3pm & 6pm for afternoon shows)\, visit the Cretaceous Craft Centre\, or The Jurassic Indoor Playground! See below for more details.\n\nFrom 11am (3.30pm for afternoon shows) sit on Dino Statues\, or catch a glimpse of Spinosaurus & Pterosaur as they stalk around the land!\n\nFrom 1.15pm (5.45pm for afternoon shows)\, stand in awe as the mighty T-Rex makes his way around the arenas!\n\n\nMain Event Programme:\n11am/3.30pm – Main Arena – How To Train Your Dinosaur (30 mins large T-Rex Show).\n11am/3.30pm – Arena 2 – Dino Babies Feeding |Time (30 mins).\n11am/3.30pm – Arena 3 – Terribly Terrific Pterosaur Show (30 mins).\n11.30am/4pm – Main Arena – The Dinosaur That Came To Tea (30 mins).\n11.30am/4pm – Display Area 1 – Dino Dance and Singalong (20 mins).\n12pm/4.30pm – Main Arena – The Fabulous Dr Fossil Show with Tiny: the Huge Triceratops (30 mins).\n12pm/4.30pm – Arena 2 – Super Silly Spinosaurus Sports Day (30 mins).\n12.30pm/5pm – Main Arena – How To Train Your Dinosaur (with T-Rex) (30 mins).\n12.30pm/5pm – Arena 3 – Terribly Terrific Pterosaur Show (30 mins).\n1pm/5.30pm – Main Arena – The Dinosaur That Came To Tea (30 mins).\n1pm/5.30pm – Arena 3 – Dino Dance and Singalong (20 mins).\n1.30pm/6pm – Main Arena – Fabulous Dr Fossil Show (with Triceratops) (30 mins).\n1.30pm/6pm – Arena 2 – Super Silly Spinosaurus Sports Day (30 mins).\n1.30pm/6pm – Arena 3 – Dino Babies Feeding Time (30 mins).\n1.55pm/6.25pm – Main Arena – Thank You and Goodbye.\n\nThe Cretaceous Craft Marquee – open 10.30am to 1.30pm & 3pm to 6pm – Activities include:\nDIY Dino Skeleton.\nDino Fuzzy Felt Area.\nFossil Making and Paper Crafts.\nTriceratops Hats.\nMatching Pairs.\nAnd\, Snory Time.\n\nThe Jurassic Playground (Indoor Marquee) – open 10.30am to 1.30pm & 3pm to 6pm – Activities include:\nJurassic Play Area.\nDinosaur Tents and Tunnels.\nDino Footprints and Stepping Stones.\nGreen Squashy Mats.\nDressing Up Area.\n& Much More..\n\nOther Dino Activity – Across the event:\nGiant Dino Fuzzy Felt.\nDino Statues.\nDino Hatching Eggs and Nests.\nDino Book Corner.\nJurassic World Dino Heads.\n\n\n(In order to safely and comfortably manage audience numbers\, these are ticketed events across two days. Extensive car parking is available to ticket holders\n\n\n[gs-button size=”false” content=”Tickets” url=”https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/haigh-dino-days-tickets-256736956147″ icon=”false”] URL:https://www.wiganeventsguide.com/event/dino-days/2022-05-07/ LOCATION:Haigh Woodland Park\, School Lane\, Wigan\, WN2 1PE\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Festivals & Fairs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wiganeventsguide.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/dino-days.jpg GEO:53.5746149;-2.6112051 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Haigh Woodland Park School Lane Wigan WN2 1PE United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=School Lane:geo:-2.6112051,53.5746149 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220507T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220507T130000 DTSTAMP:20240319T084043 CREATED:20220414T131707Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220414T131707Z UID:10000521-1651924800-1651928400@www.wiganeventsguide.com SUMMARY:Alfred Waterhouse by Sean Jinks DESCRIPTION:Alfred Waterhouse was an English architect particularly associated with the Victorian Gothic Revival style of architecture. He designed many celebrated buildings including Manchester Town Hall and Natural History Museum but did you know he also left his mark on Wigan? Join local historian Sean Jinks for this fascinating talk where he will bring to life the man\, his beautiful buildings\, and his links to the Museum of Wigan Life. \nWhen? Saturday 7th May\, 12pm – 1pm\nWhere? Museum of Wigan Life\, Library Street\, Wigan\, WN1 1NU\nWhat is the cost? £2.50\, includes tea or coffee\nDo I need to book? Yes booking is essential\nHow do I book? Ring 01942 8281288 or email wiganmuseum@wigan.gov.uk URL:https://www.wiganeventsguide.com/event/alfred-waterhouse-by-sean-jinks/ LOCATION:Museum of Wigan Life\, Library Street\, Wigan\, Library Street\, United Kingdom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wiganeventsguide.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/525682_352651721457300_628898325_n.jpg GEO:53.5451911;-2.6308736 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Museum of Wigan Life Library Street Wigan Library Street United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Library Street:geo:-2.6308736,53.5451911 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220507T140000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220507T200000 DTSTAMP:20240319T084043 CREATED:20220414T134428Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220414T134428Z UID:10000534-1651932000-1651953600@www.wiganeventsguide.com SUMMARY:Anarchy at the Boulevard DESCRIPTION:KDS Promotions hosts our first annual Anarchy festival at The Boulevard Wigan\nDoors open 14.00\nResistance 77. 18.50 – 19.50\nhttps://www.facebook.com/resistance77uk\nSurgery Without Research. 17.50 – 18.30\nhttps://www.facebook.com/surgerywithoutresearch\nAngry Itch. 16.50 – 17.30\nhttps://www.facebook.com/AngryItch\nLoad. 16.00 – 16.30\nhttps://www.facebook.com/loadpunkoi\nSmall Frett. 15.15 – 15.45\nhttps://www.facebook.com/smallfrett/\nMC16. 14.30 – 15.00\nhttps://www.facebook.com/MC16band/\n\nTickets only £13 or £15 on the door.\nOver 14s Event\, Anyone under 18 must be accompanied by an adult at all times. URL:https://www.wiganeventsguide.com/event/anarchy-at-the-boulevard/ LOCATION:The Boulevard\, 17A Wallgate\, Wigan\, WN1 1LD\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Live Music & Gigs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wiganeventsguide.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/anarchy.jpg GEO:53.5453535;-2.6321352 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The Boulevard 17A Wallgate Wigan WN1 1LD United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=17A Wallgate:geo:-2.6321352,53.5453535 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220508T103000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220508T180000 DTSTAMP:20240319T084043 CREATED:20220414T134044Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220414T134107Z UID:10000532-1652005800-1652032800@www.wiganeventsguide.com SUMMARY:Dino Days! DESCRIPTION:Two Mega – Saurus Days of Fantastic Family Fun at Haigh Woodland (Jurassic) Park!\n\nJourney back to Mesozoic Times! Experience Spinosaurus to Pterosaurs! T-Rex to Triceratops!\nVisit the Cretaceous Craft Marquee. Play in the Jurassic Park!\nWalk in the Land that time forgot. Feed Dino Babies along the way.\nLearn with a smile.\nCheer on the Dinosaurs at the Spino’ Sports Day\, Clap at the Dino Dance and Singalong!\nThree and a half hours of Dino’ delights. Giant games\, Ice Age – interaction. Mega music. Fierce food and drink.\n\nPlus all the other amazing attractions of Haigh Woodland Park.\n\nGreat Fun. Great Value. Great Outdoors.\n\nPrices:\nAdult Tickets £10.00\nChildren (Aged 3 to 12) Tickets £8.00.\nChildren Aged 3 and Under FREE.\nBooking Fees apply.\nCar Parking fee – £4 for all day parking.\n\nEach Event Includes the following:\nAt 10.30am (3pm for afternoon shows) – Gateways Open. On arrival start your experience with Riding Dinosaurs and Dino Babies. Marvel as Tiny: the Huge Triceratops\, Spinosaurus\, and Pterosaur roam around the different arena spaces!\n\nBetween 10.30am & 1.30pm (3pm & 6pm for afternoon shows)\, visit the Cretaceous Craft Centre\, or The Jurassic Indoor Playground! See below for more details.\n\nFrom 11am (3.30pm for afternoon shows) sit on Dino Statues\, or catch a glimpse of Spinosaurus & Pterosaur as they stalk around the land!\n\nFrom 1.15pm (5.45pm for afternoon shows)\, stand in awe as the mighty T-Rex makes his way around the arenas!\n\n\nMain Event Programme:\n11am/3.30pm – Main Arena – How To Train Your Dinosaur (30 mins large T-Rex Show).\n11am/3.30pm – Arena 2 – Dino Babies Feeding |Time (30 mins).\n11am/3.30pm – Arena 3 – Terribly Terrific Pterosaur Show (30 mins).\n11.30am/4pm – Main Arena – The Dinosaur That Came To Tea (30 mins).\n11.30am/4pm – Display Area 1 – Dino Dance and Singalong (20 mins).\n12pm/4.30pm – Main Arena – The Fabulous Dr Fossil Show with Tiny: the Huge Triceratops (30 mins).\n12pm/4.30pm – Arena 2 – Super Silly Spinosaurus Sports Day (30 mins).\n12.30pm/5pm – Main Arena – How To Train Your Dinosaur (with T-Rex) (30 mins).\n12.30pm/5pm – Arena 3 – Terribly Terrific Pterosaur Show (30 mins).\n1pm/5.30pm – Main Arena – The Dinosaur That Came To Tea (30 mins).\n1pm/5.30pm – Arena 3 – Dino Dance and Singalong (20 mins).\n1.30pm/6pm – Main Arena – Fabulous Dr Fossil Show (with Triceratops) (30 mins).\n1.30pm/6pm – Arena 2 – Super Silly Spinosaurus Sports Day (30 mins).\n1.30pm/6pm – Arena 3 – Dino Babies Feeding Time (30 mins).\n1.55pm/6.25pm – Main Arena – Thank You and Goodbye.\n\nThe Cretaceous Craft Marquee – open 10.30am to 1.30pm & 3pm to 6pm – Activities include:\nDIY Dino Skeleton.\nDino Fuzzy Felt Area.\nFossil Making and Paper Crafts.\nTriceratops Hats.\nMatching Pairs.\nAnd\, Snory Time.\n\nThe Jurassic Playground (Indoor Marquee) – open 10.30am to 1.30pm & 3pm to 6pm – Activities include:\nJurassic Play Area.\nDinosaur Tents and Tunnels.\nDino Footprints and Stepping Stones.\nGreen Squashy Mats.\nDressing Up Area.\n& Much More..\n\nOther Dino Activity – Across the event:\nGiant Dino Fuzzy Felt.\nDino Statues.\nDino Hatching Eggs and Nests.\nDino Book Corner.\nJurassic World Dino Heads.\n\n\n(In order to safely and comfortably manage audience numbers\, these are ticketed events across two days. Extensive car parking is available to ticket holders\n\n\n[gs-button size=”false” content=”Tickets” url=”https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/haigh-dino-days-tickets-256736956147″ icon=”false”] URL:https://www.wiganeventsguide.com/event/dino-days/2022-05-08/ LOCATION:Haigh Woodland Park\, School Lane\, Wigan\, WN2 1PE\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Festivals & Fairs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wiganeventsguide.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/dino-days.jpg GEO:53.5746149;-2.6112051 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Haigh Woodland Park School Lane Wigan WN2 1PE United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=School Lane:geo:-2.6112051,53.5746149 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220514T170000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220514T210000 DTSTAMP:20240319T084043 CREATED:20220414T135122Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220414T135122Z UID:10000538-1652547600-1652562000@www.wiganeventsguide.com SUMMARY:Slaughter ll + The Kingcrows + Complete Dysfunction DESCRIPTION:KDS Promotions are delighted to bring legends Slaughter ll to Wigan featuring Ed Banger and Brian Grantham. Playing all Slaughter and the Dogs hits\, old and new.\nSlaughter ll\nhttps://www.facebook.com/Slaughter-II-899561546850816/\nThe Kingcrows.\nhttps://www.facebook.com/kingcrows\nComplete Dysfunction.\nhttps://www.facebook.com/davedysfunction\nTickets only £10 each.\nOver 14s Event\, Anyone under 18 must be accompanied by an adult at all times.\n[gs-button size=”false” content=”Tickets” url=”https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/slaughter-ii-tickets-239083313627″ icon=”false”] URL:https://www.wiganeventsguide.com/event/slaughter-ll-the-kingcrows-complete-dysfunction/ LOCATION:The Boulevard\, 17A Wallgate\, Wigan\, WN1 1LD\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Live Music & Gigs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wiganeventsguide.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/slaughter.jpg GEO:53.5453535;-2.6321352 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The Boulevard 17A Wallgate Wigan WN1 1LD United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=17A Wallgate:geo:-2.6321352,53.5453535 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220514T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220514T213000 DTSTAMP:20240319T084043 CREATED:20220414T132156Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220414T132156Z UID:10000524-1652556600-1652563800@www.wiganeventsguide.com SUMMARY:Northern Live DESCRIPTION:NORTHERN LIVE – DO I LOVE YOU \nThe World’s Greatest and most authentic touring Live Band Northern Soul Show\,\nKeeping the Faith to the original sounds of the underground movement that started on the dance floors in the North and eventually swept the Nation including an 11-piece band with 4 lead vocalists performing over 30 original hits\, expect to hear:\nDobie Gray – “Out On The Floor”\, R Dean Taylor – “There’s A Ghost In My House”\,\nFrank Wilson – “Do I love You – Indeed I Do”\, Gloria Jones – “Tainted Love”\,\nAl Wilson – “The Snake”\, Yvonne Baker – “You Didn’t Say A Word”\,\nJimmy Radcliffe – “Long After Tonight Is Over”\, Garnet Mimms- “Looking For You”\,\nDean Parrish – “I’m On My Way” and many\, many more. \n[gs-button size=”false” content=”Tickets” url=”https://www.quaytickets.com/theedge/en-GB/shows/northern%20live/events/2″ icon=”false”] \n  URL:https://www.wiganeventsguide.com/event/northern-live/ LOCATION:The Edge\, Wigan Riveredge\, Wigan\, WN3 5AB\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Live Music & Gigs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wiganeventsguide.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/northern-live.jpg GEO:53.5409007;-2.6432847 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The Edge Wigan Riveredge Wigan WN3 5AB United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Wigan Riveredge:geo:-2.6432847,53.5409007 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220521T180000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220521T233000 DTSTAMP:20240319T084043 CREATED:20220414T131932Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220414T135655Z UID:10000523-1653156000-1653175800@www.wiganeventsguide.com SUMMARY:And Heavy Metal For Wigan XXXII: Frozen In Shadows DESCRIPTION:The next instalment of original metal\, featuring 4 bands brand new to the AHMFW brand.\nFrozen In Shadows\nBeginning as a super group of established musicians in Manchester\, the band are beginning to build some serious momentum and respect amongst those in the underground community. The melodic death metal band have some proud accolades to their name\, which includes festival appearances at HRH Metal\, and Bloodstock Open Air. For fans of At The Gates\, Insomnium\, and Dark Tranquility\, the band are worthy headliners and will come to Wigan for the very first time.\nReaper UK\nOne of many talented acts from Unearthed Music’s ridiculously stacked roster\, and firmly established act in the North West\, the Liverpool based act will bring their thrash metal stylings to Wigan for the first time! They celebrate 10 years as a band this year. A monumental feat!\nSBPMusic\nThe brain child of Scott Beveridge\, the classic metal act are a household name in the North West of England. For fans of Iron Maiden\, this will be the band’s first Wigan appearance for over 3 years.\nMelkeor\nUp and coming Wigan based hard rock band\, showcasing a style based on solid grooves with shades of Pantera and Soil.\nFree entry \n[gs-button size=”false” content=”Facebook Event” url=”https://www.facebook.com/events/1374531572995126/” icon=”false”] \n  URL:https://www.wiganeventsguide.com/event/and-heavy-metal-for-wigan-xxxii-frozen-in-shadows/ LOCATION:The Boulevard\, 17A Wallgate\, Wigan\, WN1 1LD\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Live Music & Gigs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wiganeventsguide.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/heavy-metal-wigan.jpg GEO:53.5453535;-2.6321352 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The Boulevard 17A Wallgate Wigan WN1 1LD United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=17A Wallgate:geo:-2.6321352,53.5453535 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220526T200000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220526T213000 DTSTAMP:20240319T084043 CREATED:20220520T143413Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220520T143446Z UID:10000545-1653595200-1653600600@www.wiganeventsguide.com SUMMARY:Bunker of Zion DESCRIPTION:Join celebrated artist John Pfumojena for a joyful celebration of Zimbabwean culture! Experience powerful live music\, dance\, and song in the iconic Wigan Pier. \nJohn Pfumojena\, The Old Courts and the Collaborative Touring Network Presents Bunker of ZionIn Wigan for three nights only! Bunker of Zion brings together an underground collective of artists to tell their incredible stories. Through energetic live music\, dance\, and song\, you will experience a colourful celebration of Zimbabwean culture. \nSet in a world where music is forbidden\, the Bunker is a centre for joy\, a meeting place\, a defiant celebration of culture in a hostile world. \nThe three nights of Bunker of Zion will be held in the iconic Wigan Pier building\, in partnership with Step Places. Reopening for three nights only\, this is a unique opportunity to visit the historic venue and to see the essential work that has been done before the venue officially reopens soon. \nOn your own\, with a friend\, or with your whole family! This theatre production is an opportunity for everyone to feel the energy of Zimbabwean culture and to enjoy an incredible experience together. Bunker of Zion is set to music that has been masterfully created using traditional Zimbabwe Mbira and Marimba instruments; expect joyful\, bouncing rhythms and powerful songs. \nhttps://youtu.be/4TrVb6Z1V9g \nJohn Pfumojena is an accomplished and expressive Zimbabwean musician\, performer\, writer\, and composer. John and his ensemble will be bringing you boundless energy through a number of different art forms. You can expect traditional and modern Zimbabwean dance fusion with break dance and gumboot dance. Make sure to follow @MMAncestors for more information on John’s work. \nBunker of Zion has been developed with artists and communities nationally with the Collaborative Touring Network. \nIn Wigan\, John has worked with Farai Nhakaniso and his incredible local community group\, Everything Human Rights. Farai works within the Wigan borough offering a variety of services with the aim of promoting the wellbeing and integration of migrant ethnic minorities living in Wigan and Leigh. \nPeople from Wigan\, Torbay\, Peterborough\, Thanet\, Medway\, Gloucester and Scarborough have shared their stories and talents to make this show. For more information and tour listings\, visit www.ctn.org.uk. \nAudience Information \nAll performances of Bunker of Zion are Relaxed. This means there is a relaxed attitude to noise and movement in the performance space. Latecomers will be welcomed\, and people are free to leave the performance space and return at any time. No changes are made to the lights and sound. \nThe show is recommended for ages 8+. There is no inappropriate content for younger children\, but there is loud music\, so very young children may not feel as comfortable. \nDOORS: 7pm \nSHOW TIME: 8pm \nRunning time: approx. 60 minutes \nSeating information \nSeating is unreserved on the ground floor of the performance space. Upper floors are standing room only and is also unreserved. \n[gs-button size=”false” content=”Tickets” url=”https://www.theoldcourts.com/shows/bunker-of-zion/” icon=”false”] \n  URL:https://www.wiganeventsguide.com/event/bunker-of-zion/2022-05-26/ LOCATION:Wigan Pier\, Pottery Lane\, Wigan\, WN3 4EU\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Live Music & Gigs,Theatre & Film ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wiganeventsguide.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/bunker-of-zion.jpg GEO:53.5415459;-2.6415387 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Wigan Pier Pottery Lane Wigan WN3 4EU United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Pottery Lane:geo:-2.6415387,53.5415459 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220527T200000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220527T213000 DTSTAMP:20240319T084043 CREATED:20220520T143413Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220520T143446Z UID:10000546-1653681600-1653687000@www.wiganeventsguide.com SUMMARY:Bunker of Zion DESCRIPTION:Join celebrated artist John Pfumojena for a joyful celebration of Zimbabwean culture! Experience powerful live music\, dance\, and song in the iconic Wigan Pier. \nJohn Pfumojena\, The Old Courts and the Collaborative Touring Network Presents Bunker of ZionIn Wigan for three nights only! Bunker of Zion brings together an underground collective of artists to tell their incredible stories. Through energetic live music\, dance\, and song\, you will experience a colourful celebration of Zimbabwean culture. \nSet in a world where music is forbidden\, the Bunker is a centre for joy\, a meeting place\, a defiant celebration of culture in a hostile world. \nThe three nights of Bunker of Zion will be held in the iconic Wigan Pier building\, in partnership with Step Places. Reopening for three nights only\, this is a unique opportunity to visit the historic venue and to see the essential work that has been done before the venue officially reopens soon. \nOn your own\, with a friend\, or with your whole family! This theatre production is an opportunity for everyone to feel the energy of Zimbabwean culture and to enjoy an incredible experience together. Bunker of Zion is set to music that has been masterfully created using traditional Zimbabwe Mbira and Marimba instruments; expect joyful\, bouncing rhythms and powerful songs. \nhttps://youtu.be/4TrVb6Z1V9g \nJohn Pfumojena is an accomplished and expressive Zimbabwean musician\, performer\, writer\, and composer. John and his ensemble will be bringing you boundless energy through a number of different art forms. You can expect traditional and modern Zimbabwean dance fusion with break dance and gumboot dance. Make sure to follow @MMAncestors for more information on John’s work. \nBunker of Zion has been developed with artists and communities nationally with the Collaborative Touring Network. \nIn Wigan\, John has worked with Farai Nhakaniso and his incredible local community group\, Everything Human Rights. Farai works within the Wigan borough offering a variety of services with the aim of promoting the wellbeing and integration of migrant ethnic minorities living in Wigan and Leigh. \nPeople from Wigan\, Torbay\, Peterborough\, Thanet\, Medway\, Gloucester and Scarborough have shared their stories and talents to make this show. For more information and tour listings\, visit www.ctn.org.uk. \nAudience Information \nAll performances of Bunker of Zion are Relaxed. This means there is a relaxed attitude to noise and movement in the performance space. Latecomers will be welcomed\, and people are free to leave the performance space and return at any time. No changes are made to the lights and sound. \nThe show is recommended for ages 8+. There is no inappropriate content for younger children\, but there is loud music\, so very young children may not feel as comfortable. \nDOORS: 7pm \nSHOW TIME: 8pm \nRunning time: approx. 60 minutes \nSeating information \nSeating is unreserved on the ground floor of the performance space. Upper floors are standing room only and is also unreserved. \n[gs-button size=”false” content=”Tickets” url=”https://www.theoldcourts.com/shows/bunker-of-zion/” icon=”false”] \n  URL:https://www.wiganeventsguide.com/event/bunker-of-zion/2022-05-27/ LOCATION:Wigan Pier\, Pottery Lane\, Wigan\, WN3 4EU\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Live Music & Gigs,Theatre & Film ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wiganeventsguide.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/bunker-of-zion.jpg GEO:53.5415459;-2.6415387 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Wigan Pier Pottery Lane Wigan WN3 4EU United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Pottery Lane:geo:-2.6415387,53.5415459 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR