Events
KREEK + Bad Earth + Cry For Mercy
The Boulevard 17A Wallgate, Wigan, United KingdomKreek 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)... Kreek 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 […]
Dino Days!
Haigh Woodland Park School Lane, Wigan, United KingdomTwo Mega – Saurus Days of Fantastic Family Fun at Haigh Woodland (Jurassic) Park! Journey back to Mesozoic Times! Experience Spinosaurus to Pterosaurs! T-Rex to Triceratops! Visit the Cretaceous Craft Marquee. Play in the Jurassic Park! Walk in the Land that time forgot. Feed Dino Babies along the way. Learn with a smile. Cheer on the Dinosaurs at the Spino’ Sports Day, Clap at the Dino Dance and Singalong! Three and a half hours of Dino’ delights. Giant games, Ice […]
Alfred Waterhouse by Sean Jinks
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. When? Saturday 7th May, 12pm - 1pm Where? Museum of Wigan […]
Anarchy at the Boulevard
The Boulevard 17A Wallgate, Wigan, United KingdomKDS Promotions hosts our first annual Anarchy festival at The Boulevard Wigan Doors open 14.00 Resistance 77. 18.50 - 19.50 https://www.facebook.com/resistance77uk Surgery Without Research. 17.50 - 18.30 https://www.facebook.com/surgerywithoutresearch Angry Itch. 16.50 - 17.30 https://www.facebook.com/AngryItch Load. 16.00 - 16.30 https://www.facebook.com/loadpunkoi Small Frett. 15.15 - 15.45 https://www.facebook.com/smallfrett/ MC16. 14.30 - 15.00 https://www.facebook.com/MC16band/ Tickets only £13 or £15 on the door. Over 14s Event, Anyone under 18 must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
Dino Days!
Haigh Woodland Park School Lane, Wigan, United KingdomTwo Mega – Saurus Days of Fantastic Family Fun at Haigh Woodland (Jurassic) Park! Journey back to Mesozoic Times! Experience Spinosaurus to Pterosaurs! T-Rex to Triceratops! Visit the Cretaceous Craft Marquee. Play in the Jurassic Park! Walk in the Land that time forgot. Feed Dino Babies along the way. Learn with a smile. Cheer on the Dinosaurs at the Spino’ Sports Day, Clap at the Dino Dance and Singalong! Three and a half hours of Dino’ delights. Giant games, Ice […]
Slaughter ll + The Kingcrows + Complete Dysfunction
The Boulevard 17A Wallgate, Wigan, United KingdomKDS 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. Slaughter ll https://www.facebook.com/Slaughter-II-899561546850816/ The Kingcrows. https://www.facebook.com/kingcrows Complete Dysfunction. https://www.facebook.com/davedysfunction Tickets only £10 each. Over 14s Event, Anyone under 18 must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
Northern Live
The Edge Wigan Riveredge, Wigan, United KingdomNORTHERN LIVE – DO I LOVE YOU The World’s Greatest and most authentic touring Live Band Northern Soul Show, Keeping 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: Dobie Gray - “Out On The Floor”, R Dean Taylor - “There’s A Ghost In My House”, Frank Wilson - […]
And Heavy Metal For Wigan XXXII: Frozen In Shadows
The Boulevard 17A Wallgate, Wigan, United KingdomThe next instalment of original metal, featuring 4 bands brand new to the AHMFW brand. Frozen In Shadows Beginning 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 […]
Bunker of Zion
Wigan Pier Pottery Lane, Wigan, United KingdomJoin celebrated artist John Pfumojena for a joyful celebration of Zimbabwean culture! Experience powerful live music, dance, and song in the iconic Wigan Pier. John 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. Set in a world where music […]
Bunker of Zion
Wigan Pier Pottery Lane, Wigan, United KingdomJoin celebrated artist John Pfumojena for a joyful celebration of Zimbabwean culture! Experience powerful live music, dance, and song in the iconic Wigan Pier. John 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. Set in a world where music […]
Bunker of Zion
Wigan Pier Pottery Lane, Wigan, United KingdomJoin celebrated artist John Pfumojena for a joyful celebration of Zimbabwean culture! Experience powerful live music, dance, and song in the iconic Wigan Pier. John 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. Set in a world where music […]
Creedence Clearwater Revived
The Old Courts Crawford Street, Wigan, United KingdomThe ultimate CCR tribute band featuring Johnny “guitar” Williamson play a setlist dedicated to the legendary CCR and John Fogerty including every classic of Creedence: Proud Mary – Bad Moon Rising – Have You Ever Seen the Rain – Green River plus many more. This is a rare chance to see a classic British band perform their interpretation of a classic American Set. The band will also add all the other classic CCR songs to the set list making it […]
Bunker of Zion
Wigan Pier Pottery Lane, Wigan, United KingdomJoin celebrated artist John Pfumojena for a joyful celebration of Zimbabwean culture! Experience powerful live music, dance, and song in the iconic Wigan Pier. John 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. Set in a world where music […]
Jubilee Party in the Park
Diggle Street Park 101 Diggle St, Springfield, Wigan, United KingdomJubilee Party in the Park Diggle Street Park Thursday 2nd June A free event for the community by the community, featuring: Entertainment by Caroline George Bouncy castle Face painting Raffle Cakes, Nachos and puppachinos by Double BS Let's keep our park clean please, pickup your litter.
Official Jubilee Beacon Lighting – Hosted by Girlguiding Lancashire South County
Haigh Woodland Park School Lane, Wigan, United KingdomThursday 2nd June – Official Jubilee Beacon Lighting – Hosted by Girlguiding Lancashire South County – Haigh Woodland Park We are kicking off the weekend of Jubilee celebrations with the lighting of the official Jubilee Beacon for Wigan Borough. Girlguiding Lancashire South County, whose patron is Queen Elizabeth II, will be hosting an evening of music, food, and festivities ahead of this momentous occasion. Bring your own picnic or tuck into the BBQ and other food on offer. Settle down […]
Mayor’s Jubilee Gala
Pennington Hall Park St Helens Rd, Leigh, United KingdomFriday 3rd June – Mayor’s Jubilee Gala – Pennington Hall Park The Mayor of Wigan Borough welcomes you down to Pennington Hall Park for a very special Jubilee Gala. With lots of family friendly activities and entertainment, it is a fabulous opportunity to gather together with your loved ones to celebrate this historical weekend. Lawn games, afternoon tea, singalong classics, it is a celebration of everything that is great about Britain.
Le Freak: a tribute to Chic
The Old Courts Crawford Street, Wigan, United KingdomLe Freak with support from LUX Le Freak – are the premier Tribute Band to CHIC & Nile Rodgers and disco music. Their show is a fabulous mix of classic hits produced by Nile Rodgers such as: Everybody Dance, I’m Coming Out, Lost In Music, We Are Family, Let’s Dance and other funky disco hits. This is a non stop party and tribute to Disco & Studio 54 era from start to finish, hit after hit for every generation! LUX […]
Jubilee Celebrations
Jubilee Celebrations at Spinning Gate Shopping Centre, Leigh Saturday 4 June, 11am - 3pm Join us for our FREE jubilee celebrations: - FREE children's craft workshops (children must be accompanied by an adult) - FREE chocolate giveaways for shoppers
Jubilee Party in the Park
Mesnes Park Mesnes Park Terrace, Wigan, United KingdomSaturday 4th June – Jubilee Party in the Park – Mesnes Park Head back to the 1950s and the first years of the Queen’s reign with this very special Party in the Park, packed full of entertainment, stalls, funfair rides, street theatre, food, and so much more. With vintage themed fun and activities, be sure to dig out your poodle skirts and fedoras and join in the fun! THERE’S MORE! Ahead of the UEFA Women’s EUROs coming to Wigan and […]
Hey Beatles
The Old Courts Crawford Street, Wigan, United KingdomNationally-acclaimed tribute Hey Beatles return to the Old Courts, playing the hits of The Fab Four and evoking the spirit of the swinging 60s in this not to be missed concert. Including all-new for 2022 video and visual elements, this unmissable show will take you on a journey through the music of John, Paul George and Ringo via period correct costumes, instruments and plenty of chances to sing along! Approximate stage times: Doors: 19:30 Set 1: 20:10 – 20:55pm Break: […]