Events
Wigan Council
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.
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.
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.
Proms in the Park: Wigan
Mesnes Park Mesnes Park Terrace, Wigan, United KingdomJoin Tyldesley Brass Band for a fantastic evening of fanfare, flag waving and fireworks in the beautiful surroundings of Mesnes Park Wigan. Bring your own blankets, chairs and picnic or treat yourself to one of our VIP packages, to have memorable musical evening and bring the summer season to a close with a bang.
Cycle Three Sisters
Three Sisters Race Track Three Sisters Road, Ashton, Wigan, United KingdomMake sure to bring the kids to Cycle Three Sisters after school this Wednesday... our FREE and inclusive cycling event has fun for all the family on and off the track right up to 8pm! 🚴♀️ Ride your bike on Three Sisters Circuit 🧒 Balance Bikes for youngsters 👩🦼 Wheels for All adapted cycles 🧗♂️ Scale our climbing wall 🌭 Food, drink & community stalls Don’t have a bike? No problem… You can borrow one from us! Main attractions start […]
Memory Walk
Haigh Woodland Park School Lane, Wigan, United KingdomJoin us as we walk for a world without dementia... This year we’re celebrating the 10th anniversary of our annual Memory Walks in support of the Alzheimer's Society. This year’s event will be bigger and better than ever and with your help we can raise invaluable funds and awareness for an important cause. Getting involved: The Memory Walk is FREE to join. You can register to take part online or in person on the day. Everybody who registers in advance […]
Wigan Casino: its influence, its legacy, and everything that followed.
Wigan Casino ran from 1973-1981 and is arguably the best known and most talked about Northern Soul all-nighter. Whether you attended or not, the iconic venue has earned its place in Northern Soul history. At this unique event, join original DJs Richard Searling (via audio), Gary Rushbrook, and Ian Wills, along with highly respected stalwarts Tim Ashibende, and Tim Brown for a question-and-answer panel event that will discuss the part Wigan Casino played on the soul scene, the myths, the […]
Inside Pharaoh’s Wardrobe’
Join Professor Joann Fletcher for 'Inside Pharaoh’s Wardrobe' where Jo will bring to life the wonderful items #Tutankhamun's tomb contained including chests & boxes of royal clothing. Sat 14 Oct, 3-4pm. £5pp. please book by calling 01942 828128 or email wiganmuseum@wigan.gov.uk
Autumn Fun!
Mesnes Park Mesnes Park Terrace, Wigan, United KingdomJoin us for lots of autumn-themed activities for ages 18 months-10 years including crafts, outdoor games, spooky walk, Nomad Rangers and face painting. Fancy dress optional! All activities are free! No booking required. Please note face painting tickets and all other activities are limited and on a first come basis. Once they're gone, they're gone! This event is open to registered families living in our reach area (Aspull, Beech Hill, Ince, New Springs, Sacred Heart, Scholes, Shevington, Standish, Whelley and […]
Wigan flashes Halloween Family Fun day
Wigan Flashes Welham Road, Wigan, United KingdomJoin us for our annual HALLOWEEN family fun day at The Wigan Flashes🍂 A day of crafts, guided walks and stalls selling food and handmade coppice groups! Thursday 26th October 11am-2pm Wigan Council Lancashire Wildlife Trust Visit Greenheart
Wigan Christmas Markets
Wigan Town Centre Wigan, United KingdomTake the opportunity to pick up some unique gifts and get the full festive shopping experience with our street markets in the run up to Christmas. Wigan Markets Christmas Specials Every Saturday in December there will be extra Christmas magic happening in Wigan Market. Each Saturday there will be a snow globe with a special Christmas character so you can get some insta-worthy festive photos. There will also be a nostalgic Victorian Choir on the 9th December and Christmas […]
Tyldesley Christmas Light Switch On & Makers Market
Tyldesley Tyldesley Square, Wigan, United KingdomGet ready for Christmas in style at the Tyldesley Christmas with a full day of events, on Saturday 25th November. Head to St George’s Church from 11am for the Christmas Makers Market, featuring an array of artisan food, arts & crafts, and unique gift stalls, along with a brass band and Christmas choir to really get you in the festive spirit. From 4pm the Town Square will host the annual Christmas Lights switch on and family fun including entertainment from […]
Wigan Christmas Lights and Santa Parade
Wigan Town Centre Wigan, United KingdomIt’s Wigan’s turn to get its annual dose of yuletide spirit. The Christmas street markets and funfair will kick off festivities on Standishgate from 10am and Santa will lead the procession of community groups and performers from Mesnes Park at 1pm. The main stage will be entertaining the crowds from 12 noon, culminating in the Christmas lights switch on at 5pm featuring a stage show with Katy Ashworth from Cbeebies and Andy Bennett from Ocean Colour Scene. There will also […]
Wigan Christmas Markets
Wigan Town Centre Wigan, United KingdomTake the opportunity to pick up some unique gifts and get the full festive shopping experience with our street markets in the run up to Christmas. Wigan Markets Christmas Specials Every Saturday in December there will be extra Christmas magic happening in Wigan Market. Each Saturday there will be a snow globe with a special Christmas character so you can get some insta-worthy festive photos. There will also be a nostalgic Victorian Choir on the 9th December and Christmas […]
Wigan Christmas Markets
Wigan Town Centre Wigan, United KingdomTake the opportunity to pick up some unique gifts and get the full festive shopping experience with our street markets in the run up to Christmas. Wigan Markets Christmas Specials Every Saturday in December there will be extra Christmas magic happening in Wigan Market. Each Saturday there will be a snow globe with a special Christmas character so you can get some insta-worthy festive photos. There will also be a nostalgic Victorian Choir on the 9th December and Christmas […]
Wigan Christmas Markets
Wigan Town Centre Wigan, United KingdomTake the opportunity to pick up some unique gifts and get the full festive shopping experience with our street markets in the run up to Christmas. Wigan Markets Christmas Specials Every Saturday in December there will be extra Christmas magic happening in Wigan Market. Each Saturday there will be a snow globe with a special Christmas character so you can get some insta-worthy festive photos. There will also be a nostalgic Victorian Choir on the 9th December and Christmas […]
French Week – Cinema
Leigh Spinners Mill Park Lane, Leigh, Wigan, United KingdomWe are happy to celebrate French culture and Wigan’s twin town, Angers between 5th and 13th April 2024. A programme of exciting events for everyone is waiting for you Cinema: Intouchables: 5th April – 7.30pm This film is spoken in French language with English subtitles. at Leigh Film Factory located in Leigh Spinners Mill
French Week – Pétanque tournament
Leyland Park FoLP Park Road, Hindley, United KingdomWe are happy to celebrate French culture and Wigan’s twin town, Angers between 5th and 13th April 2024. A programme of exciting events for everyone is waiting for you. Pétanque tournament at Hindley Leyland Park is free for adults aged 16+. Booking is required. 6th April - 10.30am to 12pm 8th April – 1pm to 2.30pm 12th April – 1pm to 2.30pm
French Week – Art Activities
The Turnpike Civic Square, Leigh, United KingdomWe are happy to celebrate French culture and Wigan’s twin town, Angers between 5th and 13th April 2024. A programme of exciting events for everyone is waiting for you Art activities for children: 10th April at the Turnpike Gallery – Free – Kids aged 7+ – booking required: Dots art & pixel fun workshop: 10am-12.30pm Drolleries - medieval monsters: collage and mono print workshop with artist Anna FC Smith – 2-4pm
French Week – Wine & Cheese tasting
The Turnpike Civic Square, Leigh, United KingdomWe are happy to celebrate French culture and Wigan’s twin town, Angers between 5th and 13th April 2024. A programme of exciting events for everyone is waiting for you. Wine & Cheese tasting: 10th April – 6pm – £12 – Turnpike Gallery, WN7 1EB – ATA event – booking required: email ata.wigan@gmail.com or phone 07824508516.