Events
Mini Makers
The Old Courts Crawford Street, WiganMini Makers is our weekly session for under 5s to get creative and play! Each week, our Engagement Coordinator, Emily, prepares a fun (often messy!) activity for little people and their grown-ups to enjoy together. Activities often include painting, clay, collage, and drawing, and they are designed to encourage self-expression and the development of motor skills. Mini Makers is also an opportunity for children to develop social skills, whilst making and playing with other similarly aged children. For parents and […]
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 […]
Playday
Haigh Woodland Park School Lane, WiganPlayday is back! Join us on 2 August for a day of free family activities 👨👨👧 at Haigh Woodland Park. There’ll be a ton of fun from 10am-4pm including… 🏰 Inflatables 👧 Pop-up adventure play 😀 Giant bubble workshop 🧚♀️ Forest fairies 🧙♂️ Magical storytellers 🎨 Woodland crafts 🤹♀️ Circus skills 🎧 Silent disco 🪓 Axe throwing & plenty more! Perfect for keeping the kids busy during the school holidays!
Let’s Paddle
Top Lock Wigan Lock 65, Leeds and Liverpool Canal Tow Path, WiganJoin the Canal and River Trust for a fun free paddling session at Wigan Top Lock on Wednesday afternoon 2-3:30pm. Have fun, meet new people and develop your paddling skills with our team of professionally qualified instructors. All equipment is provided, so all you need to do is book on this free session and turn up on the day. For Wigan residents from 10 to 25 years old. Parents and Guardians of participants under 16 are required to remain on […]