Events
Live Music & Gigs
150th Year Fireworks Night
Robin Park Arena Loire Drive, Wigan, United KingdomWigan Warriors are delighted to announce we will be hosting a musical firework extravaganza on Sunday 6th November to conclude the Club’s 150th Year celebrations. Taking place at Robin Park Arena in the Fan Village, doors will open from 2pm with the fourth Rugby League World Cup Quarter Final screened live at 2:30pm. There will be live music and entertainment from 5pm, with the firework show taking place at 7pm. Food and drink (alcoholic and non-alcoholic) will be available throughout […]
Alannah Webb & James Holt
The Old Courts Crawford Street, Wigan, United KingdomWe 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. Friday 11th November we present Alannah Webb & James Holt Alannah Webb – We’re pleased to welcome back The Facades’ front woman, Alannah Webb, for a solo show! Alannah will be playing a mix of covers (Indie/Alternative & classics) with some originals thrown in! James Halt – We’re delighted to have the ‘very talented, very wonderful’ (BBC Introducing) James […]
UK Fleetwood Mac
Fatbird 21 Wallgate, Wigan, United KingdomUK Fleetwood Mac successfully recreates the authentic look and sound and every show is portrayed with the passion, energy and respect that the legendary band deserve. Enjoy favourites including Don’t Stop,Dreams, The Chain, You Make Loving Fun and Go Your Own Way.
Sarah Hardman & Will Hughes
The Old Courts Crawford Street, Wigan, United KingdomWe 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 12th November we present Sarah Hardman & Will Hughes Sarah Hardman – Super talented musician as well as being a top Wigan girl through and through. Sarah hopes to have you up and dancing with a lively mix of covers (KT Tunstall, Amy Macdonald, Fleetwood Mac to name a few) and a few originals thrown […]
Led Into Zeppelin + The Stetsons Electric
The Boulevard 17A Wallgate, Wigan, United KingdomKDS Promotions hosts the UK'S No1 tribute to Led Zeppelin live at The Boulevard Wigan. Led Into Zeppelin. https://www.facebook.com/ledintozeppelin/ support from The Stetsons Electric. https://www.facebook.com/thestetsonselectric/ Tickets only £9 Over 16s Event , Anyone under 18 must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
The Stumble
The Old Courts Crawford Street, Wigan, United KingdomTHE ORIGINAL BLUES SOUL SURVIVORS… The Stumble, with support from McHale’s Permanent Brew A blistering mix of blues, soul and old school R&B, The Stumble have been wowing audiences with the energy and virtuosity of their live performances for the past 20 years. Festival favourites in every corner of the UK and Europe, The Stumble are taking their creative talents to a new level with their stupendous 4th album, The Other Side. This is the band that Lazy Lester wanted […]
BURN – Deep Purple Tribute
The Old Courts Crawford Street, Wigan, United KingdomBURN – Deep Purple Tribute make their debut at The Old Courts playing a full range of classic Purple, 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. Approx. Stage times: Doors: 19:30 1st Set: 20:00 – 21:00 20 min break 2nd set: […]
Leigh Light Switch on and Lantern Parade
Leigh Town Centre Leigh, United KingdomLeigh Christmas Light Switch on with a packed out stage show and wide range of entertainment in Leigh Town Centre. Including the Light Night Lantern Parade with Leigh Carnival and WigLe Dance. In addition to funfair rides and a Christmas Market on Leigh Civic Sq from 1pm.
Tommy Jones & John Anderton
The Old Courts Crawford Street, Wigan, United KingdomWe 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 19th November we present Tommy Jones & John Anderton Tommy Jones – Tom has played main stage with artists from all over the world and even held a residency in Japan. With extensive musical knowledge of all genres behind the performance there is bound to be something for everyone to enjoy! John Anderton – Award-winning singer-songwriter, John […]
Leigh Santa Parade
Spinning Gate Ellesmere Street, Leigh, United KingdomThe Funfair, Market and stage show will take place at Spinning Gate Shopping Centre with a parade led by Father Christmas and his reindeer.
Courtyard Christmas Light Switch On
Haigh Woodland Park School Lane, Wigan, United KingdomTHIS SUNDAY (Sunday 20th November). THE COURTYARD CHRISTMAS TREE LIGHT SWITCH ON. A day of seasonal fun, activities and celebration. Featuring: 1.30pm. Festive Brass. With Old Hall Brass Band. With Jem, the singing Christmas Fairy. 2.20pm. Helen Minshall. Interactive Christmas Song. 2.40pm. The Milltown Sound Chorus sings Christmas. 3.10pm. Helen Minshall and the Singing Christmas Fairy. 3.40pm. Festive Brass. 4.10pm. The Arrival of Santa. 4.50pm. The Christmas Tree Switch On. Plus it’s Artisan Market Day. FREE ADMISSION. (Car Park Fees […]
Pocket Jazz
The Old Courts Crawford Street, Wigan, United KingdomWe’re bringing you a brand new music night in the Bailiff, and lets just say you can expect something small and something jazzy – Pocket Jazz. Inspired by Valves, Vinyl and Jazz night, Haden Boardman will host a fun evening that will showcase local jazz new and old. Novembers act will be a four-piece band organised by Wiganer Kevin Bates. Kevin has been involved in jazz all his performing life, having worked his way through the Wigan Youth Jazz Orchestra, he has […]
Golborne Christmas light switch-on
Golborne Wigan, United KingdomChristmas is coming to Golborne with a Christmas disco, a live performance and Christmas carols by Golborne Brass Band. Santa will also be flying by in is sleigh. When: Thursday 24th November 2022 Where: Peter Kane Square
Penelope Carpenter & Lily Webb
The Old Courts Crawford Street, Wigan, United KingdomWe 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. Friday 25th November we present Penelope Carpenter & Lily Webb Penelope Carpenter – We’re pleased to welcome Welsh born artist, Penelope Carpenter, who typically covers from range from late 90’s early 2000″s MTV and Kerrang style music. Artist influences such as Red Hot Chilli Peppers, Keane, Green day, Jack White, and Ed Sheeran, and many […]
True Order
The Old Courts Crawford Street, Wigan, United KingdomTRUE ORDER are Europe’s only tribute to the iconic Manchester band New Order and are considered by many to be the next best thing to watching the real thing. Playing the songs from the early years after the demise of Joy Division, including the haunting ‘Ceremony’, along with the anthemic ‘Temptation’, right through to tracks from 2015’s Music Complete, such as ‘Restless’ and ‘Singularity’, they emulate the rich tapestry of synthesizers, sequencers, drum machines and guitars with the same uncompromising […]
Wigan Christmas light switch-on
Wigan Town Centre Wigan, United KingdomWigan Christmas light switch on this year will this year have Pop Idol icon Gareth Gates taking to the stage along with Abz from 5ive, Katy Unsworth and Sam Lavery. Local performance groups will also be joining the stage show. Lots of fun for all the family with a live stage programme, funfair rides and a Christmas Market on Standish Gate.
Tyldesley Christmas light switch-on
Tyldesley Tyldesley Square, Wigan, United KingdomMusic, entertainment, facepainting and more family fun. With Special Guest Ella Toone From 4:30pm in Tyldesley Town Square
And Heavy Metal For Wigan XXXVIII: Rebellion
The Boulevard 17A Wallgate, Wigan, United KingdomThe 38th iteration of AHMFW, featuring bands from across the metal spectrum, some making their brand debut whilst others make a return after a long absence! Deified Local heavyweights who have earned a reputation for their fierce live show and dedication to their craft, it's with great pleasure to welcome Deified back after a long absence from the stage! The band have graced the stages of multiple major festivals and some impressive support slots, and have spent their time away […]
Calvin Snape & Liam Horrocks
The Old Courts Crawford Street, Wigan, United KingdomWe 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 26th November we present Calvin Snape & Liam Horrocks Calvin Snape – Local boy Calvin will have you singing along to his mix of covers and originals. From the 60’s to present day, rock to pop, Britney Spears to Foo Fighters, you’re bound to have a good time! Feel free to shout out requests and […]
Wigan Santa Parade
Wigan Town Centre Wigan, United KingdomJoin Santa and his real life reindeer as they parade through Wigan Town Centre, from Mesnes Park to Believe Square where a funfair, markets and live performances await!