Events

Event Series Make Some Noise – From Stage Door To Dance Floor

Make Some Noise – From Stage Door To Dance Floor

Museum of Wigan Life Library Street, Wigan, United Kingdom

An 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 […]

Free
Event Series Climate. Emergency. Hope

Climate. Emergency. Hope

The Turnpike Civic Square, Leigh, United Kingdom

The 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, […]

Free

Big Bike Jumble

Hindley Business Centre Off Atherton Road, Hindley, Wigan, United Kingdom

The first Big Bike Jumble was so successful we're having another. This time we're ready for the rush. Starting at 09:30 on Saturday the 24th June. Get there early! www.thecycleproject.co.uk

Haigh Bubble Fest 2023

Haigh Woodland Park School Lane, Wigan, United Kingdom

Following the success of the first Bubble Festival in 2021, Haigh Parish Council brings you another day of family fun and bubbles, hosted at Haigh Woodland Park in the Walker Walled Gardens. You have the chance to experience the biggest bubbles you have ever seen - bubbles for blowing, popping and running through. Come as a family and watch the show and join in by making your own bubbles. Let's fill the park again with bubbles! There will be food […]

£5
Event Series Mini Makers

Mini Makers

The Old Courts Crawford Street, Wigan, United Kingdom

Mini 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 […]

£3
Event Series Make Some Noise – From Stage Door To Dance Floor

Make Some Noise – From Stage Door To Dance Floor

Museum of Wigan Life Library Street, Wigan, United Kingdom

An 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 […]

Free
Event Series Climate. Emergency. Hope

Climate. Emergency. Hope

The Turnpike Civic Square, Leigh, United Kingdom

The 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, […]

Free
Event Series Climate. Emergency. Hope

Climate. Emergency. Hope

The Turnpike Civic Square, Leigh, United Kingdom

The 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, […]

Free
Event Series Haigh Foodie Friday

Haigh Foodie Friday

Haigh Woodland Park School Lane, Wigan, United Kingdom

Haigh 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

Free

Penelope Carpenter

The Old Courts Crawford Street, Wigan, United Kingdom

We 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. 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. Penelope Z is influenced by artists such as Red Hot Chilli Peppers, Keane, Green day, Jack White, and Ed Sheeran, and many others. Favouring acoustic, Penny, remains true […]

Free

Apostles | Slo Cheetah | Polygamy | Hannah Mazey

The Boulevard 17A Wallgate, Wigan, United Kingdom

June brings another quality 4 band line up of some of the best bands around Apostles https://open.spotify.com/artist/3RcRQvnGYuY8dyIROokwNi... Slo Cheetah https://open.spotify.com/artist/0m3w8svaCN698tOqRE4h5M... Polygamy https://open.spotify.com/artist/0Ly01JCBgJuXTbw9FfcHPT... Hannah Mazey https://open.spotify.com/artist/4fxdF2KDYTbLtsnqirSCSO...

£5

Event Series Make Some Noise – From Stage Door To Dance Floor

Make Some Noise – From Stage Door To Dance Floor

Museum of Wigan Life Library Street, Wigan, United Kingdom

An 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 […]

Free
Event Series Climate. Emergency. Hope

Climate. Emergency. Hope

The Turnpike Civic Square, Leigh, United Kingdom

The 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, […]

Free
Event Series Mini Makers

Mini Makers

The Old Courts Crawford Street, Wigan, United Kingdom

Mini 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 […]

£3
Event Series Make Some Noise – From Stage Door To Dance Floor

Make Some Noise – From Stage Door To Dance Floor

Museum of Wigan Life Library Street, Wigan, United Kingdom

An 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 […]

Free
Event Series Climate. Emergency. Hope

Climate. Emergency. Hope

The Turnpike Civic Square, Leigh, United Kingdom

The 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, […]

Free
Event Series Climate. Emergency. Hope

Climate. Emergency. Hope

The Turnpike Civic Square, Leigh, United Kingdom

The 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, […]

Free
Event Series Make Some Noise – From Stage Door To Dance Floor

Make Some Noise – From Stage Door To Dance Floor

Museum of Wigan Life Library Street, Wigan, United Kingdom

An 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 […]

Free