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 […]
Playday
Haigh Woodland Park School Lane, Wigan, United KingdomPlayday is back! Join us on 2 August for a day of free family activities 👨👨👧 at Haigh Woodland Park. There’ll be a ton of fun from 10am-4pm including… 🏰 Inflatables 👧 Pop-up adventure play 😀 Giant bubble workshop 🧚♀️ Forest fairies 🧙♂️ Magical storytellers 🎨 Woodland crafts 🤹♀️ Circus skills 🎧 Silent disco 🪓 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 – 5.30pm & Sundays 10am – 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 – 5.30pm & Sundays 10am – 4pm throughout August Enjoy our mini picnic benches & parasols, cosy reading corner & children's summer garden games Children must be accompanied by an adult
Greenheart Summer Club – Pond Dipping at Wigan Flashes
Wigan Flashes Welham Road, Wigan, United KingdomJoin an exciting pond dipping demo at Wigan Flashes and discover the weird and wonderful creatures living in the water. Get a closer peak at the wonderful wildlife in the water at Wigan Flashes by attending a pond dipping demonstration ran by the Lancashire Wildlife Trust. In this organised pond dip, you will not only learn about some intriguing species, but you will also learn how Wigan Flashes fits into a larger network of nature reserves. This event is part […]
Liam Horrocks – Wigan Casino Special
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. We’re pleased to welcome Liam Horrocks presenting a Wigan Casino Special this weekend! Free entry, no ticket required.
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 – 5.30pm & Sundays 10am – 4pm throughout August Enjoy our mini picnic benches & parasols, cosy reading corner & children's summer garden games Children must be accompanied by an adult
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 […]
August Events at Wigan Markets
Wigan Market WiganOur August events are here 🙌 With the summer holidays here what a great way to spend some quality time with the kids while also keeping them entertained! • FREE fun days out for all of the family 🥳 Keep your eyes on our socials in the run up to these events to get more info 👀 Every Saturday there is something for everyone including activities for kids and crafts.
Slug Fest 2023
VIBE Wigan 46 King Street, Wigan, United KingdomAfter a successful debut festival, the team behind Slug Club return to VIBE for 12 hours of live music and DJ sets. We are proud to present the festival over two rooms. MAIN ROOM hannah mazey • Kubrick Stare • lemon ghandi • shannon gillespie • shrouded • wide eyed tribe • more tba THE CAVE ALEX SIMM • BREWER •CORVUS DJ SET • EARL RAFF • EWAN FISHER • GOOSE • KIKITZA • KYLE H • LEON RYHS • […]
Keith Maiden
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. We’re pleased to welcome Keith Maiden this weekend! Free entry, no ticket required.
Zamaica (8 Piece Band)
The Boulevard 17A Wallgate, Wigan, United KingdomZamaica are a mixed culture 8 piece reggae band, featuring lead singer, back vocals, drums, bass guitar, lead guitar, saxophone, trumpet and keyboards. They are a recording band and perform all styles of reggae. They have played at venues and festivals across the UK, wowing crowds young and old with their mixture of reggae covers and originals. Early Bird Tickets: £8.00 | Advance Tickets: £10.00 (excludes fees) Age restriction: 18+
Mini Fest – Wigan Library
Wigan Life Centre The Wiend, Wigan, United KingdomOur fantastic festival for under 5s, Mini Fest is coming to Wigan library this summer. Create silly sounds with a pro beatboxer, listen to musical story-telling, build an extraordinary cardboard jungle and play party games whilst getting messy, colourful and creative! Mini Fest is an extended summer edition of Mini Makers, our weekly art session for under 5s, where little ones can get creative, develop social skills and play with other similarly aged children. For parents and guardians, it’s a […]
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 […]
Greenheart Summer Club – Woodland Eyes Workshop
Low Hall Nature Reserve Platt Bridge, Wigan, United KingdomLancashire Wildlife Trust will introduce you to Low Hall Nature Reserve and the origins of the woodland eye. You will do some exploring where you will gather supplies for your woodland eye before sitting down to enjoy a relaxing session crafting them. This is an easy-to-learn weaving activity you can take anywhere. This event is part of the Greenheart Summer Club. All ages welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Time: 3 sessions (11:00-12:00/ 13:00-14:00/ 14:30-15:30) Parking is available […]
Family Summer Parties
VIBE Wigan 46 King Street, Wigan, United KingdomIntroducing the first Family Summer Party at VIBE Wigan. Wednesday 9th August - 12pm until 3pm Join us for 3 hours of family fun as we dance the afternoon away in a safe environment, where everyone is welcome. Tickets Includes: - Popcorn - Candyfloss - Face Painting - DJ & Entertainer - Party Games & Prizes - Confetti & Balloons - Glow Sticks - State-Of-The-Art Lighting & Sound - Bar All children must be accompanied by an adult at all […]