Events
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 […]
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
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.
Open Mic Poetry
The Old Courts Crawford Street, Wigan, United KingdomWrite Out Load Open Mic Poetry is back! There is always a diverse selection of poetry on offer which makes for a great night of entertainment so join us at 7:30pm for an 8pm start! You're very welcome to join us whether you wish to read or just enjoy listening to the work of others.
Unlocked : Original Music Showcase
The Old Courts Crawford Street, Wigan, United KingdomUnlocked : Original Music Showcase presents 3 original artists live from The Holding Cell every 2nd Thursday of the month. Hosted by Tommy Jones of Quaintest Show On Earth. Free entry, no ticket required The Holding Cell is in the Balliff Bar at 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
Tom Byrom
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 Tom Byrom 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.