Events
Greenheart Summer Club – Self Guided Nature Bingo
Three Sisters Recreation Area Three Sisters Road, Ashton-in-Makerfield, Wigan, United KingdomAdd a little more to your walk with nature bingo! Explore a local nature reserve and get a closer look at whatβs around you. This is a self-guided activity. Lancashire Wildlife Trust staff will welcome you to Three Sisters, provide a little background on the site, and hand you a nature bingo card. Itβs up to you to win the game! This event is part of the Greenheart Summer Club, a series of 6 events taking place across Wigan from […]
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 π» Join us for the best street food, a great night to be had by all π€© 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
Comedy Night in Association with Frog and Bucket
Fatbird 21 Wallgate, Wigan, United KingdomItβs that time of the month again, itβs comedy night! Four top comedians hit the stage for your entertainment. We still have some tickets available so book now while you can! Live music following our comedy from the brilliant Jake and Liam from 10.30!
Spirit Level – Theatre
Wigan Little Theatre 44 Crompton St, Wigan, United KingdomA clever comedy encompassing two worlds Famous crime writer Jack Cameron and his wife Susie drown in a boating accidentβ¦β¦.. Jack is refused entry into heaven because he is a card-carrying atheist, so he and Susie return to the country cottage where they had lived. Itβs a dull life and their only pleasure is to haunt the estate agent and frighten away any would-be tenants. Things change, however, when Susie persuades Jack to allow a young couple to move into […]
Make Some Noise β 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 β this exhibition brings to life the incredible range of genres our towns have embraced and called their own. Expect to see original […]
The Sentence | Billyclub USA | IL Complesso | Swarf Damage | Filhos De Inacio
The Boulevard 17A Wallgate, Wigan, United KingdomA line up of UK and foreign bands to get you ready for Rebellion festival, Headlined by The Sentence. The Sentence: 19:10 - 19:50 facebook.com/northwestpunkband Billyclub (USA): 18:10 - 18:50 facebook.com/Billyclub.1995 IL Complesso: 17:10 - 17:50 facebook.com/ilcomplessostreetpunk Swarf Damage: 16:20 - 16:50 facebook.com/swarfdamage Filhos De Inacio: 15:30 - 16:00 facebook.com/filhosde.inacio Advance Tickets: Β£13.00 (excludes fees) Β eventbrite.co.uk/e/439788207367 Age restriction: 18+
The Acapellas Live
Fatbird 21 Wallgate, Wigan, United KingdomSaturday sessions are back this week starting with the fabulous Penelope Carpenter from 5pm. Then kicking off our evening we have the incredibly talented Jake Irving followed by indie hits from The Acapellas.
Spirit Level – Theatre
Wigan Little Theatre 44 Crompton St, Wigan, United KingdomA clever comedy encompassing two worlds Famous crime writer Jack Cameron and his wife Susie drown in a boating accidentβ¦β¦.. Jack is refused entry into heaven because he is a card-carrying atheist, so he and Susie return to the country cottage where they had lived. Itβs a dull life and their only pleasure is to haunt the estate agent and frighten away any would-be tenants. Things change, however, when Susie persuades Jack to allow a young couple to move into […]
Hannah Mazey
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. Weβre pleased to welcome Hannah Mazey this weekend! Free entry, no ticket required.
Hey Beatles
The Old Courts Crawford Street, Wigan, United KingdomNationally-acclaimed tribute Hey Beatles return to The Old Courts playing a hit-packed 2 hour set of some of the greatest pop hits of all time! Evoking the spirit of the swinging 60s from Love me Do to Let it Be, from the Cavern to the Rooftop, this not tobe missed concert will transport you back in time to the 1960s. Dressing up is encouraged! This unmissable show will take you on a journey through the music of John, Paul George […]
Spirit Level – Theatre
Wigan Little Theatre 44 Crompton St, Wigan, United KingdomA clever comedy encompassing two worlds Famous crime writer Jack Cameron and his wife Susie drown in a boating accidentβ¦β¦.. Jack is refused entry into heaven because he is a card-carrying atheist, so he and Susie return to the country cottage where they had lived. Itβs a dull life and their only pleasure is to haunt the estate agent and frighten away any would-be tenants. Things change, however, when Susie persuades Jack to allow a young couple to move into […]
Tommy Jones & John Caramel
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. Weβre pleased to welcome Tommy Jones & John Caramel this weekend! Free entry, no ticket required.
Spirit Level – Theatre
Wigan Little Theatre 44 Crompton St, Wigan, United KingdomA clever comedy encompassing two worlds Famous crime writer Jack Cameron and his wife Susie drown in a boating accidentβ¦β¦.. Jack is refused entry into heaven because he is a card-carrying atheist, so he and Susie return to the country cottage where they had lived. Itβs a dull life and their only pleasure is to haunt the estate agent and frighten away any would-be tenants. Things change, however, when Susie persuades Jack to allow a young couple to move into […]
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 β 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 β this exhibition brings to life the incredible range of genres our towns have embraced and called their own. Expect to see original […]
Playday
Haigh Woodland Park School Lane, Wigan, United KingdomPlayday is back! Join us on 2 August for a day of free family activities π¨βπ¨βπ§ at Haigh Woodland Park. Thereβll be a ton of fun from 10am-4pm includingβ¦ π° Inflatables π§ Pop-up adventure play π Giant bubble workshop π§ββοΈ Forest fairies π§ββοΈ Magical storytellers π¨ Woodland crafts π€ΉββοΈ Circus skills π§ Silent disco πͺ Axe throwing & plenty more! Perfect for keeping the kids busy during the school holidays!
Let’s Paddle
Top Lock Wigan Lock 65, Leeds and Liverpool Canal Tow Path, Wigan, United KingdomJoin the Canal and River Trust for a fun free paddling session at Wigan Top Lock on Wednesday afternoon 2-3:30pm. Have fun, meet new people and develop your paddling skills with our team of professionally qualified instructors. All equipment is provided, so all you need to do is book on this free session and turn up on the day. For Wigan residents from 10 to 25 years old. Parents and Guardians of participants under 16 are required to remain on […]
Picnic & Play Area
Spinning Gate Ellesmere Street, Leigh, United KingdomFree Summer Picnic & Play Area at Spinning Gate Shopping Centre Join us at Spinning Gate throughout August & enjoy our FREE picnic & play area Our picnic & play area is available for families to enjoy & is open Mondays to Saturdays 9am β 5.30pm & Sundays 10am β 4pm throughout August Enjoy our mini picnic benches & parasols, cosy reading corner & children's summer garden games Children must be accompanied by an adult
The Something New Show
The Old Courts Crawford Street, Wigan, United KingdomTHE SOMETHING NEW SHOW IS BACK FOR FREE! Joining us this month we have: Spoken word artist TOM JUNIPER Comedian MELINA FIOL Wizened crones CASINO IMPROV We also have our fabulous OPEN MIC. If you want to share a song, poem or a recounting of a past life regression, our stage is yours! The #SomethingNewShow is our monthly cabaret of comedy, poetry and improv, and it returns to the iconic Bailiff Bar Thursday 3rd August Bailiff Bar The Old Courts […]
Picnic & Play Area
Spinning Gate Ellesmere Street, Leigh, United KingdomFree Summer Picnic & Play Area at Spinning Gate Shopping Centre Join us at Spinning Gate throughout August & enjoy our FREE picnic & play area Our picnic & play area is available for families to enjoy & is open Mondays to Saturdays 9am β 5.30pm & Sundays 10am β 4pm throughout August Enjoy our mini picnic benches & parasols, cosy reading corner & children's summer garden games Children must be accompanied by an adult