Events
Mini Makers
The Old Courts Crawford Street, Wigan, United KingdomMini 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, Wigan, United KingdomAn 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 […]
Climate. Emergency. Hope
The Turnpike Civic Square, Leigh, United KingdomThe Turnpike Gallery is presenting an exciting new exhibition exploring some of the urgent issues around the climate emergency. It includes a range of artwork by local, national and international artists, curated by a team of young people. Our Young Curators have been meeting since October 2022, facilitated by creative practitioner, Liz Postlethwaite. Arising from discussions, presentations and gallery visits, the exhibition aims to share young people’s voices through the work of artists. Included in the exhibition are video, photography, […]
Guys and Dolls
Wigan Little Theatre 44 Crompton St, Wigan, United KingdomFeaturing great songs you know and love like Sit Down Your Rocking The Boat, Take Back Your Mink, Luck be A Lady, I’ve Never Been In Love Before and many more… Guys And Dolls is a Broadway classic! A musical set in the hustle and bustle of New York City in 1930’s. It tells the over lapping story of high roller Sky Masterson who falls in love with Sarah Brown, a missionary worker, and lovable rapscallion Nathan Detroit who has […]
Vinyl Vibes
The Old Courts Crawford Street, Wigan, United KingdomJoin us on the 4th Thursday of every month for Vinyl Vibes for our regular Bailiff Bar gathering for lovers of all things VINYL Host, Haden Boardman, will spin records across genres of a selected classic album. We encourage you to bring your favourite records, LP or singles to play on the night! Or just head down and come relax with a pint in great company. This month, we’re doing something a little different, instead of a classic album, we’ll be […]
Climate. Emergency. Hope
The Turnpike Civic Square, Leigh, United KingdomThe Turnpike Gallery is presenting an exciting new exhibition exploring some of the urgent issues around the climate emergency. It includes a range of artwork by local, national and international artists, curated by a team of young people. Our Young Curators have been meeting since October 2022, facilitated by creative practitioner, Liz Postlethwaite. Arising from discussions, presentations and gallery visits, the exhibition aims to share young people’s voices through the work of artists. Included in the exhibition are video, photography, […]
Haigh Foodie Friday
Haigh Woodland Park School Lane, Wigan, United KingdomHaigh Foodie Friday is back for 2023! Two Left Feet Tap will have both bars open and two outdoor bars 🍻 Join us for the best street food, a great night to be had by all 🤩 Starts from 6pm - 10pm We have a brilliant singer lined up and the best street food traders Plenty bars and as always my favourite DJ Chris Payne Free parking and free entry
Guys and Dolls
Wigan Little Theatre 44 Crompton St, Wigan, United KingdomFeaturing great songs you know and love like Sit Down Your Rocking The Boat, Take Back Your Mink, Luck be A Lady, I’ve Never Been In Love Before and many more… Guys And Dolls is a Broadway classic! A musical set in the hustle and bustle of New York City in 1930’s. It tells the over lapping story of high roller Sky Masterson who falls in love with Sarah Brown, a missionary worker, and lovable rapscallion Nathan Detroit who has […]
Ex’s & Ho’s
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. Ex’s & Ho’s in the Bailiff Bar covering up beat songs from all genres and decades! If you like your music upbeat with a healthy dose of fun and a hint of comedy then get yourselves down to this!
Noel Gallagher’s High Flying Carpets (OASIS & Noel Gallagher Tribute)
Fatbird 21 Wallgate, Wigan, United KingdomThe Fat Bird Live Lounge (Wigan) proudly presents OASIS & Noel Gallagher tribute 'Noel Gallagher's High Flying Carpets' on Friday 26th May 2023
Big Wigan Walk Week
Join us for the first ever Big Wigan Walk Week (27 May - 4 June 2023) our borough-wide celebration of the pleasures and benefits of walking. We have a whole host of free events planned over the course of nine days, including nature-themed strolls around our beautiful local green spaces and walking routes of historical interest. We’ll also be showcasing our wonderful TfGM Bee Network, an initiative to make it easier and safer to walk and cycle throughout Greater Manchester. […]
Minibeast Hunt & Clay Creatures
Our mini beast hunt and clay creature sessions at Haigh Woodland Park are suitable for families with children aged 5 and above. An Outdoor Activity Instructor will be on hand to offer instruction and advice. You will have the opportunity to search for bugs in our natural woodland setting and then get creative and model your very own creature from clay. You could even decorate them using twigs and leaves, or anything you can find in the forest. Children must […]
Make Some Noise – From Stage Door To Dance Floor
Museum of Wigan Life Library Street, Wigan, United KingdomAn 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 […]
Climate. Emergency. Hope
The Turnpike Civic Square, Leigh, United KingdomThe Turnpike Gallery is presenting an exciting new exhibition exploring some of the urgent issues around the climate emergency. It includes a range of artwork by local, national and international artists, curated by a team of young people. Our Young Curators have been meeting since October 2022, facilitated by creative practitioner, Liz Postlethwaite. Arising from discussions, presentations and gallery visits, the exhibition aims to share young people’s voices through the work of artists. Included in the exhibition are video, photography, […]
Guys and Dolls
Wigan Little Theatre 44 Crompton St, Wigan, United KingdomFeaturing great songs you know and love like Sit Down Your Rocking The Boat, Take Back Your Mink, Luck be A Lady, I’ve Never Been In Love Before and many more… Guys And Dolls is a Broadway classic! A musical set in the hustle and bustle of New York City in 1930’s. It tells the over lapping story of high roller Sky Masterson who falls in love with Sarah Brown, a missionary worker, and lovable rapscallion Nathan Detroit who has […]
Freespirits live
Indiependence 6 King Street West, Wigan, United Kingdom"Great f**king band, the guitar player is like the new Squire...” Alan McGee FREESPIRITS are a London-based Indie Rock & Roll band formed by brothers Carlo & Lucas Mariani, ex-members of britpop legends Hurricane #1. The band creates fresh sounds by mixing Britpop, Grunge & everything in between. They sound like a bar brawl between The Verve & Nirvana with some added electronic elements. The group is getting a lot of media attention after playing fests like Tramlines, Great Escape, […]
Big Wigan Walk Week
Join us for the first ever Big Wigan Walk Week (27 May - 4 June 2023) our borough-wide celebration of the pleasures and benefits of walking. We have a whole host of free events planned over the course of nine days, including nature-themed strolls around our beautiful local green spaces and walking routes of historical interest. We’ll also be showcasing our wonderful TfGM Bee Network, an initiative to make it easier and safer to walk and cycle throughout Greater Manchester. […]
Guys and Dolls
Wigan Little Theatre 44 Crompton St, Wigan, United KingdomFeaturing great songs you know and love like Sit Down Your Rocking The Boat, Take Back Your Mink, Luck be A Lady, I’ve Never Been In Love Before and many more… Guys And Dolls is a Broadway classic! A musical set in the hustle and bustle of New York City in 1930’s. It tells the over lapping story of high roller Sky Masterson who falls in love with Sarah Brown, a missionary worker, and lovable rapscallion Nathan Detroit who has […]
Big Wigan Walk Week
Join us for the first ever Big Wigan Walk Week (27 May - 4 June 2023) our borough-wide celebration of the pleasures and benefits of walking. We have a whole host of free events planned over the course of nine days, including nature-themed strolls around our beautiful local green spaces and walking routes of historical interest. We’ll also be showcasing our wonderful TfGM Bee Network, an initiative to make it easier and safer to walk and cycle throughout Greater Manchester. […]
Minibeast Hunt & Clay Creatures
Our mini beast hunt and clay creature sessions at Haigh Woodland Park are suitable for families with children aged 5 and above. An Outdoor Activity Instructor will be on hand to offer instruction and advice. You will have the opportunity to search for bugs in our natural woodland setting and then get creative and model your very own creature from clay. You could even decorate them using twigs and leaves, or anything you can find in the forest. Children must […]