Events
Make Some Noise – From Stage Door To Dance Floor
Museum of Wigan Life Library Street, WiganAn exciting new FREE exhibition that celebrates music and entertainment from across the borough opens at the Museum of Wigan Life. We are known world-wide for our rich heritage, incredible venues, and wealth of talent and the dynamic and interactive displays will showcase the very best. From cinemas and local legends to brass bands and northern soul – this exhibition brings to life the incredible range of genres our towns have embraced and called their own. Expect to see original […]
Alex Winstanley & Tiny Tree Book Launch Celebration
Wigan Life Centre The Wiend, WiganA celebration of the launch of the ‘My Has’ children’s book series, with Tiny Tree Children’s Books! Giveaways and readings for families! To celebrate the publication of my series of children’s books with Tiny Tree Children’s Books, there will be a celebration event at Wigan Library on Saturday 28th of January at 10.30am! The 5 current books in the series are all inspired and informed by real people, to highlight inclusion and diversity, and start the conversation between families about […]
Weekend Events at Wigan Market
Wigan Market WiganWe’ve got some amazing events coming up in the next few months here at Wigan Market We’ve compiled them into this post so it’s easy for everyone to check what’s on, and when • Events are 11am-3pm (except Craft Fair) and all events are FREE and full of fun for all the family! January 21st Lantern & Craft Workshop for the celebration of Chinese New Year January 28th World storytelling week, free face painting Feb 4th Craft Market Feb 11th […]
Look Photo Biennial
The Horrocks Gallery Leigh Spinners Mill, LeighOpen Eye Gallery and Wigan Council are pleased to announce that the LOOK Photo Biennial will be taking place across different venues in Wigan and Leigh this December 2022. The exhibitions are part of the Open Eye Hub, a space to champion local voices and collaboration between communities of Wigan and Leigh and the wider photography community based in the UK and beyond. The hub will be a space to share ideas, bring people together, and through photography, explore and […]
Humpty Dumpty Panto
Wigan Little Theatre 44 Crompton St, WiganSaturday 28th January a FREE mini Humpty Dumpty pantomime from Wigan Little Theatre. Head down to the museum to experience the magic of pantomime! This performance will be introduced by Bill Collins who has run the theatre’s panto productions for over 30 years.
Spring and Port Wine
Wigan Little Theatre 44 Crompton St, WiganIt Takes A Lifetime To Raise A Family And A Weekend To Lose The Lot! The Crompton’s live in Bolton in the 1960s. The family peace is shattered when the two generations clash. An incident during a family meal causes explosive and often comical moments This amateur production is presented by special arrangement with SAMUEL FRENCH LTD a Concord Theatrical Company
Luke and Brendan
The Old Courts Crawford Street, WiganWe welcome you to enjoy free live music, every Friday & Saturday in the Bailiff Bar. Grab a drink and bask in the great ambience of our local artists. Saturday 28th January we present Luke and Brendan Luke and Brendan Father and son guitar/vocal duo from Wigan, playing a broad variety of modern and classic pop, Irish, soul and country music. Influenced by The Waterboys, Johnny Cash, The Dubliners, The Smiths, Billy Ocean. Yes… they do take requests!
Not Guns N’ Roses
The Boulevard 17A Wallgate, WiganThe hottest new tribute to Guns N' Roses hit The Boulevard stage, bringing the raw energy of the bands early days with a 2 hour greatest hits set. These guys are selling out venues around the country getting rave reviews! facebook.com/NOTGUNSNROSES Tickets only £10 each. Over 16s Event, Anyone under 18 must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
AKA Noel Gallagher
The Old Courts Crawford Street, WiganThe UK’s leading Noel Gallagher act returns to The Old Courts once again. Following incredible demand!!!!!!!! The only tribute name-checked by The Chief himself….AKA Noel Gallagher. In terms of artist tributes, they just don’t come better than this. This show always receives 100% superb feedback from their awesome live show. This band have risen and risen in double-quick time to significant venues and festivals across The UK. Post- Oasis life for Noel Gallagher might have been quiet and seen a […]