Events
Calendar of Events
M Mon
T Tue
W Wed
T Thu
F Fri
S Sat
S Sun
0 events,
1 event,
Artist Drop In
Artist Drop In
Are you performer, writer, creative practitioner in Wigan? Do you want a space to meet up with other artists? Our new monthly drop in sessions will be a supportive environment to share ideas and build connections with other creative practitioners in the area. Open to all artists, whatever your experience or discipline. Drop-ins will vary – expect networking activity, guest facilitators and platforms for local artists. There will be both in-person and online options, with no commitment required. For this […]
0 events,
0 events,
3 events,
Ruby J
Ruby J
Friday 3rd March we present Ruby J We are excited to welcome to the Bailiff Bar Ruby J, born in 2005, the singer-songwriter and recording artist fuses multiple genres with her own unique style. Described as having a unique tone to her voice, Ruby has attracted early bold comparisons to the likes of Amy Winehouse, Ms Lauryn Hill and Macy Gray, amongst others. BBC introducing… ‘Big in 2022’ & ‘Producer Pick’ “Ruby J is that unique voice” Paloma Faith
The ACDC Experience
The ACDC Experience
THE AC/DC EXPERIENCE brilliantly nail the power and look of the stadium rock god’s incendiary stage performance, This widely-held view was backed up when rock legend, and ex-Whitesnake guitarist, Bernie Marsden saw the band during their sensational UK tour. Bernie, who wrote Whitesnake’s classic anthem Here I Go Again, said: “I caught The AC/DC Experience on their tour in Oxford and the gig brought back memories of one of my greatest tour experiences with the Australian rockers in 1980.” “The […]
The Battery Farm | Polygamy | Megalodon Fried Rice
The Battery Farm | Polygamy | Megalodon Fried Rice
Manchester gutter punks The Battery Farm play their first gig in wigan and with us as part of their tour promoting their debut album ‘Flies’ The band certainly put on an intense show and not to be missed Megalodon Fried Rice played our Xmas party gig back in 2022 and are very new to the scene. Their sound is a very high energy punk in your face assault! Polygamy also a brand new band but are building a good reputation […]
5 events,
Wigan Beer Festival
Wigan Beer Festival
Visit our 2023 beer festival at Robin Park Sports Centre, Thursday 2 March to Saturday 4th March 2023. Over 80 Real ales Cider & Perry Bar Craft and Foreign Bar Gin Bar Food Vendors Live Entertainment And Traditional Games See the Website for Free Wigan shuttle Bus Info https://beerfestival.wigancamra.org.uk/2022/12/09/festival-bus-timetable/ Live Entertainment Friday 4th March 20:00 ‘Baron Otto Von Funcke & The Schunkelers’ A 7 to 10 piece German Oompah Style Group that play anything from Traditional German Music to […]
What Do You See? by The PappyShow
What Do You See? by The PappyShow
The PappyShow presents, What Do You See? at The Turnpike Gallery, Leigh. What Do You See? is a performance weaving words, song and movement that asks us all to consider the question – when you look at someone, What Do You See? The PappyShow have recreated What Do You See? with a cast of four local performers alongside the existing company. Believing the most diverse rooms are the richest and most likely to thrive – this work celebrates all of […]
International Women’s Day – Launch of Wigan, Leigh & Makerfield Womens Network
International Women’s Day – Launch of Wigan, Leigh & Makerfield Womens Network
What if we bring women together into the safest, most nourishing space to unite, collaborate, create, and to find a way forward together? We are inviting dreamers and do’ers, leaders and convenors to come together for shared experiences of joy, provocation and manifestation. We are unique diamonds in the rough, rooted in rich northern soils ready to liberate. We are enough as we are yet more powerful together. We have open hearts full of love and strong spines able to […]
0 events,
0 events,
0 events,
1 event,
Letters Across Time. Poetry and Creative Writing
Letters Across Time. Poetry and Creative Writing
Poetry, creative letter writing and an exploration of the hidden histories of King Street. Letters Across Time is a creative heritage project lead by Northern Heart Films' Scott Bradley and creative practitioner Steve Fairclough exploring the hidden histories of Wigan's famous King Street. Come along to enjoy spoken word poetry by Tom Stocks 'The Chubby Northerner' and stay for the fun creative letter writing activities. This event is for 18 to 30 year olds only. 3rd March from 4pm […]
0 events,
1 event,
Tom Byrom
Tom Byrom
Friday 10th March we present Tom Byrom Tom Byrom – Quite the entertainer, Tom will be playing a mix of up-beat feel good covers that we all know and love and some of his own original material. Tom is influenced by music from many genres including jazz, blues and pop, and his biggest song writing influences are Stevie Wonder, Elton John and Billy Joel.
4 events,
Water Water Everywhere! Celebrate British Science Week at Leigh library
Water Water Everywhere! Celebrate British Science Week at Leigh library
Free family fun to celebrate British Science Week! Water is everywhere, touching everything and everyone - without it we would not be alive. David Price from Science Made Simple will help us to discover what water is made of, how it exists and what we can do with it. Have some fun, learn some science, and maybe get just a little bit damp!! At Leigh Library in The Turnpike Centre
Discharge | Force Fed Lies | Riot Eye
Discharge | Force Fed Lies | Riot Eye
KDS Promotions brings The awesome Discharge to The Boulevard Wigan. Support from Force Fed Lies & Riot Eye. Discharge. https://www.facebook.com/Dischargeofficial Force Fed Lies. https://www.facebook.com/ForceFedLies3 Riot Eye. https://www.facebook.com/R%C3%AFot-Eye-100725635654448/ Tickets only £15.00 each. Age restriction: 18+
Bob Beswick Testimonial Presents: Bobbo’s Bingo
Bob Beswick Testimonial Presents: Bobbo’s Bingo
If you've been to Bongo's, you're going to love Bobbo's. Join us for a night of bingo, raffles, drag, shot boys, and dancing on benches Theme: Wild Wild Western, don't forget to wear your best country western outfit! Best outfit will win a juicy prize. Your host for the evening will be the Best Drag Queen in the (North) West, co-hosted by Mr. Bob Beswick himself. Shirtless shot boys will keep you hydrated throughout the night & keep the […]
0 events,
0 events,
0 events,
0 events,
1 event,
Wigan Borough Walking & Cycling Forum
Wigan Borough Walking & Cycling Forum
Refreshments available from 5:30pm Forum 6pm-8pm Cycle parking available Parking passes available from reception upon arrival. The session will focus on accessibility within the borough The Wigan Borough Walking and Cycling Forum has been created to provide a platform for communication and collaboration between the public, voluntary and community organisations, businesses and charities and Wigan Council to work in partnership to support and develop opportunities for increased participation in Walking and Cycling within Wigan. The forum will be used as […]
1 event,
Paddys Night Knees Up Featuring The Lash! and Andy Stonier And The Daze
Paddys Night Knees Up Featuring The Lash! and Andy Stonier And The Daze
Our St Patrick’s Night Knees Up is BACK. Due to incredible demand we welcome The Lash for an evening of singing, dancing and merriment. This addictive 4 piece play a relentless set of traditional Irish classics along with a few surprises to boot. Join our Ceilidh and let it all hang out. You might even learn a few new moves if singer Sean has anything to do with it. Support on the night is courtesy of the brilliant Andy Stonier […]
2 events,
Eco, Vegan & Wellbeing Fayre
Eco, Vegan & Wellbeing Fayre
☀️🌳 Eco, Vegan & Wellbeing Fayre! 🌳☀️ Sat 18th March: 11am - 4pm Book-Cycle Beech Hill 📚 An afternoon of music, mindfulness and merriment Please share far and wide 🍃 We hope to see you there! 💚 #wigan #fayre #books #vegan #trees #music
Rik Jones
Rik Jones
Saturday 18th March we present Rik Jones Playing from the heart, Rik Jones is back! This local musician who not only covers artists from the 60’s to the present day, Rik also writes and produces his own music, one of which was used in the short film ‘7 Days’. Rik will be playing a mix of covers and originals from one of his five albums.
0 events,
0 events,
0 events,
0 events,
0 events,
4 events,
Bunker Cabaret
Bunker Cabaret
Combining music, poetry, dance and film, this unique theatre event is a powerful exploration of love versus totalitarianism, and the personal conflicts of making art in a time of war. By turns ironic, raw, funny and devastating, the performance starkly reveals the artists’ individual experiences of the war while communicating a shared humanity, creating beautiful moments of connection between artists and audiences. Door time 19:00 Performance Start 19:30 Performance End 20:45 Standing Event with seating on request only. Suitable for […]
Zero Tolerance | The Sentence | Rum Lads | The Lengthmen |The Dry Retch |Thee Rag N Bone Man
Zero Tolerance | The Sentence | Rum Lads | The Lengthmen |The Dry Retch |Thee Rag N Bone Man
KDS Promotions hosts our Second Anarchy At The Boulevard day. Zero Tolerance. facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063789900980 The Sentence. facebook.com/northwestpunkband Rum Lads. facebook.com/rumladsuk The Lengthmen. facebook.com/lengthmen The Dry Retch. facebook.com/TheDryRetch Thee Rag N Bone Man. facebook.com/theeragnbonemanonemanband Tickets only £13.00 Each. Age restriction: 18+
Last Train to Skaville (9 Piece Band)
Last Train to Skaville (9 Piece Band)
LIP UP FATTY, put on your dancing shoes, dust off your fez and jump aboard The Last Train to Skaville to be taken on a musical journey from Studio 1 to 2-Tone. This fantastic 9-piece line up will be performing songs from The Skatalites, Desmond Dekker, Jimmy Cliff, The Paragons, The Upsetters, Bob Marley and the Wailers, Toots and the Maytals, Johnny Nash, Prince Buster, Madness, The Specials, The Selecter, The Beat and Bad Manners. What more could you want […]
3 events,
Fun Fair – Silcocks
Fun Fair – Silcocks
This week in Hindley. An amazing line up of rides Thursday and Friday 5pm -9pm and Saturday 1-9pm We also have some firsts this year John Collins with his Thunderdome Waltzer Grahame Sedgewicks brand new Toxic David Hackett newly acquired Superbob (good luck David and family🍀👍🏻) and of course some favourites from previous years Miami Sizzler Meteorite Mexican Wave Along with kiddies rides and attractions , helter skelter , bungee trampolines , fun […]
Water Water Everywhere! Celebrate British Science Week at Wigan library
Water Water Everywhere! Celebrate British Science Week at Wigan library
Free family fun to celebrate British Science Week! Water is everywhere, touching everything and everyone - without it we would not be alive. David Price from Science Made Simple will help us to discover what water is made of, how it exists and what we can do with it. Have some fun, learn some science, and maybe get just a little bit damp!! At Leigh Library in The Turnpike Centre
Kid Klumsy | The White Ribbons | LoGOz | VND | The Mad Badgers | Mr Badaxe
Kid Klumsy | The White Ribbons | LoGOz | VND | The Mad Badgers | Mr Badaxe
KDS Promotions in conjunction with STP Records bring Kid Klumsy and guests to The Boulevard Wigan, On their Abuse Your Confusion tour 2023. Doors open 15.00 Mr Badaxe 15.30 - 16.00 The Mad Badgers 16.15 - 16.45 https://www.facebook.com/TheMadBadgers VND 17.00 - 17.30 https://www.facebook.com/visceralnoisedepartment LoGOz 17.45 - 18.15 https://www.facebook.com/logoz3 The White Ribbons 18.30 - 19.00 https://www.facebook.com/TheWhiteRibbons Kid Klumsy 19.20 - 20.00 https://www.facebook.com/officialkidklumsy Tickets only £6 or £9 on the door. Age restriction: 18+
3 events,
SUBHUMANS | Cress | The Gakk
SUBHUMANS | Cress | The Gakk
The Subhumans return to The Boulevard Wigan for a not to be missed show. Doors open 16.00. Subhumans. 18.30 - 19.30 https://www.facebook.com/officialsubhumans Cress. 17.30 - 18.10 https://www.facebook.com/groups/557121317665420/?ref=share The Gakk.. 16.30 - 17.10 https://www.facebook.com/thegakk Tickets only £13 or £16 on the door. Age restriction: 18+
Roby Mill Billies
Roby Mill Billies
Another cracking weekend down at the Tap with the foot stomping Roby Mill Billies. Catch then live this Sunday from 4.30pm, for an afternoon dancing, boozing and pie eating .
2 events,
Pottery Night
Pottery Night
With the help of our ceramicist Emily, you will be supported through the whole design process. From preparing the raw clay to sculpting your creation and glazing to finally firing your work, Pottery Night is perfect for beginners or the more seasoned potter who would like a space to get creative. All equipment from tools to glazes and a shared kiln firing is included in the ticket price. Please be aware that you may need at least two sessions to […]
Old Courts Creatives: Scratch Night
Old Courts Creatives: Scratch Night
An informal night of performance developed with emerging artists at The Old Courts. Scratch Nights are an opportunity to test new performance ideas with a live, supportive audience. Old Courts Creatives are a group of emerging creatives based in Wigan & Leigh, aged between 18-30. They’ve being working together for the last 2 months to explore their creativity with artists Gitika Buttoo, Yusuf Khamisa, and a host of other professional artists. They invite you along to an evening of live […]
1 event,
Quiz Evening – Francophonie Week
Quiz Evening – Francophonie Week
The Twinning Ambassadress from Angers at Wigan Council and the Angers Twinning Association are delighted to present a French-themed Quiz. Free 28th March 6pm Booking required- call 01942 828128 Email wiganmuseum@wigan.gov.uk or book tickets at French-themed Quiz Evening
1 event,
Archives: Wigan & Leigh Town Hall Tour
Archives: Wigan & Leigh Town Hall Tour
Join us for this exciting tour of Leigh Town Hall and see behind-the-scenes of the new Archives: Wigan & Leigh. Meet in the foyer of Leigh Town Hall at 11am. This event takes place over several floors of Leigh Town Hall. If you require lift access please contact the archives on 01942 404430 to confirm the lift is working. Free - Register below
2 events,
Upcycled Kings Coronation Wreath Making
Upcycled Kings Coronation Wreath Making
Creating upcycled celebratory door wreaths with Nomad Rangers for the Kings Coronation using recycled red, white and blue rag rugs. free event for adults call Standish library to book, places are limited. 01257 400496
Edy Hurst’s Comedy Version of…
Edy Hurst’s Comedy Version of…
War of the Worlds… but not as you know it! A roaring hour of comedy, songs, DIY Props and a Martian. Retelling for the final time, the definitive version of War Of the Worlds. If you’re not on board from the title, I don’t know how this is blurb is going to convince you. Brought to you by award winning musical comedian seen on MTV UK, heard on BBC Radio 4, and Radio 4, Edy Hurst. “Burst with Comedic Joy” **** […]
4 events,
International Women’s Month Celebration
International Women’s Month Celebration
A community celebration event to honour remarkable women from communities experiencing a varied range of inequalities and their alias. This community celebration aims to highlight and honour some of the women in our community and the people who continue to encourage and support us. With stalls, guest speakers, music, dance, networking and more. This is a family event and entry will be restricted to ticket holders only. If you would like help with ticket costs, please message us Please be […]
Cheese and Wine Tasting – Francophonie Week
Cheese and Wine Tasting – Francophonie Week
Enjoy two hours tasting cheese paired with wines with the Angers Twinning Association 31st March 6pm The Turnpike, Civic Square, Leigh, WN7 1EB £12 To Book email ata.wigan@gmail.com or phone 07824508516
Tommy Jones
Tommy Jones
Friday 31st March we present Tommy Jones Tommy Jones (Quaintest Show On Earth) is back in the Bailiff Bar! Tom has played main stage with artists from all over the world and even held a residency in Japan. With extensive musical knowledge of all genres behind the performance there is bound to be something for everyone to enjoy!
3 events,
Little Shop of Horrors
Little Shop of Horrors
Come and join Orrell Musical & Dramatic Society in their performance of the cult classic - Little Shop of Horrors. The story sees a hapless florist, Seymour, who grows an unusual looking plant that isn't quite what it seems...
Cocktails Class – Francophonie Week
Cocktails Class – Francophonie Week
In celebration of Francophonie week with our Ambassadress of Angers (Twin Town), we welcome the return of our Cocktail Classes! Led by our master mixologist Phil, this is the perfect weekend treat. You’ll learn to make 3 French inspired concoctions, with one special drink designed especially for this day. Come and learn the craft of mixology and enjoy all three with friends and good music! We’re hosting 2 of these classes: Friday 31st March – 6pm – 8pm Saturday 1st […]
Craft Activities for Children – Francophonie Week
Craft Activities for Children – Francophonie Week
Families are welcome to drop into the museum and the Archives to join in the fun craft activities and games with a French theme with some French music. FREE- Drop In, no booking required. 1st April 10am-4pm Museum of Wigan Life, Library Street, Wigan, WN1 1NU
1 event,
Family Fun Day
Family Fun Day
Our next Family Fun Day is on Sunday 2nd April 10am to 3pm with craft stalls, amazing food, Treasure Hunt, kids activities, Bouncy castle, face painting, and some eggs-iting news from our Strawbale Cafe!