Events
Museum Minis at MOWL
Museum Minis at MOWL, come and join us with your little people, for crafts, singing and stories at the Museum of Wigan Life, Every Wednesday from 5th October at 10.30 – 11.45. £1.50 per session, includes refreshments. No booking required.
The Pleasure Dome II
The Old Courts Crawford Street, Wigan, United KingdomIntroducing alt-pop poet, Louise Fazackerley. She is obviously not Kate Bush, Morrisey or Holly Johnson. With work rooted in word-witchery and the working class, Louise explores the synergy between poetry, voice and movement in a way that makes the ugly beautiful and the mundane fantastical. Winner of BBC Radio 3 ‘New Voices’, European Slam Finalist and support artist for punk legend Dr. John Cooper Clark, Louise is a true, Northern powerhouse. Welcome to her world of darkly humorous poetry. 5 […]
Make Your Own Christmas Tree Ornaments
Kick off your Christmas preparations and create your own unique set of tree ornaments! Get in the Christmas mood and hand build your own collection of tree ornaments! Create a present, Christmas pud, gingerbread or come up with your own idea! Perfect for beginners, our pottery whizz Emily will guide you through the whole process, from preparing the clay to sculpting a masterpiece! PLEASE NOTE: This session is an 18+ event, but ages 12+ can attend with a parent or […]
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.
Christmas Fayre
You'd better watch out, you'd better not cry You better not pout, I'm telling you why Santa Claus is coming to town Saturday 12th November 10 am - 2pm at St Andrew's Church, Waterloo Street, Springfield and Parish Centre 120 Woodhouse Lane, Springfield. Get your Christmas presents here, all under one roof. Lots of stalls, lots of tombolas, lots of things for children and parents! Watch Thomas and friends in the chancel, visit Santa in his illuminated Grotto. Get your […]
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 […]
Museum Minis at MOWL
Museum Minis at MOWL, come and join us with your little people, for crafts, singing and stories at the Museum of Wigan Life, Every Wednesday from 5th October at 10.30 – 11.45. £1.50 per session, includes refreshments. No booking required.
Learning To Fly
The Old Courts Crawford Street, Wigan, United KingdomLearning to Fly is the story of a remarkable friendship James made when he was a lonely, unhappy teenager –with the scary old lady who lived in the spooky house on his street. It’s about connection, no matter the obstacles; about love’s eternal struggle with time; about music and its ability to heal. It’s also about her last wish: to get high once before she dies. Uplifting, big hearted and hilarious, this new one man show promises a glorious and […]
Light Night Trail
Light Night Wigan & Leigh returns to kick off the festive season. To explore the artists and projects in Light Trail visit www.thefirewithin.org.uk The time slot you're booking for is your arrival time, the trail itself will take around 90mins to explore, but feel free to wander and meander and take the artworks in at your own pace. Car parking will be available at council owned town centre car parks which are a short walk from the trail start point, […]
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: […]
Make Together Art Club – Make a Christmas Stocking!
Come along for some festive, creative family time! Learn new artistic skills together and create a masterpiece! It's never too early to get ready for Father Christmas so in this month's Make Together Art Club we're providing everything you need to decorate your own unique Christmas Stocking together! PLEASE NOTE: The Make Together Art Club sessions are aimed at families with children aged up to 17 years old. Each ticket admits one child and one adult. If more than one […]
Wigan and Leigh Hospice Christmas Fayre
St Peters Pavilion Hurst St, Hindley, Wigan, United KingdomOur Christmas Fayre is back for 2022! Our Fayre will be held indoors at St Peter's Pavilion in Hindley. There will be something for everyone; win prizes on our raffles, enjoy refreshments and stock up on Christmas gifts and goodies. Get yourself in the mood for Christmas and help us to raise some money so that we can continue providing vital care to local people. Admission to the Christmas Fayre is free.
Christmas Markets – Leigh
Leigh Town Centre Leigh, United KingdomWigan and Leigh town centres will be sprinkled with Christmas magic with festive street entertainment to entertain the family while you shop for your Christmas gifts for loved ones from a selection of local makers and lots of great food and drink to choose from. Saturday 19th - Leigh Town Centre from 10am, and Leigh Civic Square from 1.30pm Sunday 20th - Spinning Gate Shopping Centre Car Park from 11am
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.
Light Night Trail
Light Night Wigan & Leigh returns to kick off the festive season. To explore the artists and projects in Light Trail visit www.thefirewithin.org.uk The time slot you're booking for is your arrival time, the trail itself will take around 90mins to explore, but feel free to wander and meander and take the artworks in at your own pace. Car parking will be available at council owned town centre car parks which are a short walk from the trail start point, […]
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.