BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Wigan Events Guide - ECPv6.3.5//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Wigan Events Guide X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.wiganeventsguide.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Wigan Events Guide REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Europe/London BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20230326T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20231029T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20240331T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20241027T010000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240504T103000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240504T150000 DTSTAMP:20240506T233010 CREATED:20240311T133546Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240311T133546Z UID:39630-1714818600-1714834800@www.wiganeventsguide.com SUMMARY:KINDERFEST DESCRIPTION:KINDERFEST 24’\nSaturday 4th & Sunday 5th May 2024.\n\nTwo Fun’n’Fab Days for Children and Families over the Bank Holiday Weekend.\nIn association with Santus & Co. The Home of Uncle Joes Mint Balls.\n\n\nTwo show events per day. 10.30am and 3pm.\nEach 3 hour show includes a collection of some of the Region’s top Children’s entertainment gathered within the Walled Gardens of Haigh.\n\n\n\nArtists and entertainment includes:\n\n\nThe Adrian Catch Magic Show. Dale Wingbottom Puppet Experience. The Zoo Puppets Show. Danny Zapperelli and Fun Gi Children’s Mix n Mingle. Bubble Show Artists.\n\n\nThe Molly Kidz TV Stage. Featuring Molly\, live music and Drago the Dragon Show.\n\n\n\nThe Inflatable Zone with loads of games and jump on attractions. The Super Pirates Lawn with activities including; Inflatable Jump and Play Ring. Barrels Full of Fun. Star Shelter (Disco and Story Telling) and Toys\, Nets\, Spins and Rides.\n\n\n\nSee full programme on eventbrite page.\n\n\nTickets now on sale.\nChildren (Aged 3 to 12) ONLY £5.50.\nChildren Aged 2 and Under FREE.\nAdult Tickets £8.00.\n\n\n \n Tickets URL:https://www.wiganeventsguide.com/event/kinderfest/ LOCATION:Haigh Woodland Park\, School Lane\, Wigan\, WN2 1PE\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Family,Festivals & Fairs,Live Music & Gigs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wiganeventsguide.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/kinderfest.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240504T103000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240504T150000 DTSTAMP:20240506T233010 CREATED:20240311T133546Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240311T133546Z UID:39630-1714818600-1714834800@www.wiganeventsguide.com SUMMARY:KINDERFEST DESCRIPTION:KINDERFEST 24’\nSaturday 4th & Sunday 5th May 2024.\n\nTwo Fun’n’Fab Days for Children and Families over the Bank Holiday Weekend.\nIn association with Santus & Co. The Home of Uncle Joes Mint Balls.\n\n\nTwo show events per day. 10.30am and 3pm.\nEach 3 hour show includes a collection of some of the Region’s top Children’s entertainment gathered within the Walled Gardens of Haigh.\n\n\n\nArtists and entertainment includes:\n\n\nThe Adrian Catch Magic Show. Dale Wingbottom Puppet Experience. The Zoo Puppets Show. Danny Zapperelli and Fun Gi Children’s Mix n Mingle. Bubble Show Artists.\n\n\nThe Molly Kidz TV Stage. Featuring Molly\, live music and Drago the Dragon Show.\n\n\n\nThe Inflatable Zone with loads of games and jump on attractions. The Super Pirates Lawn with activities including; Inflatable Jump and Play Ring. Barrels Full of Fun. Star Shelter (Disco and Story Telling) and Toys\, Nets\, Spins and Rides.\n\n\n\nSee full programme on eventbrite page.\n\n\nTickets now on sale.\nChildren (Aged 3 to 12) ONLY £5.50.\nChildren Aged 2 and Under FREE.\nAdult Tickets £8.00.\n\n\n \n Tickets URL:https://www.wiganeventsguide.com/event/kinderfest/ LOCATION:Haigh Woodland Park\, School Lane\, Wigan\, WN2 1PE\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Family,Festivals & Fairs,Live Music & Gigs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wiganeventsguide.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/kinderfest.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230329T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230329T110000 DTSTAMP:20240506T233010 CREATED:20230324T114752Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240311T142300Z UID:38445-1680084000-1680087600@www.wiganeventsguide.com SUMMARY:Mini Makers DESCRIPTION:Mini Makers is our weekly session for under 5s to get creative and play! \nEach 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. \nMini Makers is also an opportunity for children to develop social skills\, whilst making and playing with other similarly aged children. For parents and guardians\, it’s a chance to grab a brew and socialise with other parents in a fun and engaging space. \n\n \n Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n  URL:https://www.wiganeventsguide.com/event/mini-makers/ LOCATION:The Old Courts\, Crawford Street\, Wigan\, WN1 1NG\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Art & Culture & History,Family ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wiganeventsguide.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/mini-makers-min.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240418T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240418T210000 DTSTAMP:20240506T233011 CREATED:20240321T132744Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240321T132744Z UID:39700-1713468600-1713474000@www.wiganeventsguide.com SUMMARY:Sheila’s Island DESCRIPTION:Bonfire night 2019 and Sheila\, Denise\, Julie\, and Fay are Team C in Pennine Mineral Water Ltd.’s annual outward bound team-building weekend. Somehow\, Marketing Manager Sheila has been nominated team leader\, and has unwittingly stranded her team on an island in the Lake District. \nA sparkling\, sharp-witted comedy. \nPlease see WLT for the performance time on each day. \n£13.00 full\, £11.00 for under-16s and over-60s (if ordering online\, then plus booking fee of £1.01 or £0.85) URL:https://www.wiganeventsguide.com/event/sheilas-island/ LOCATION:Wigan Little Theatre\, 44 Crompton St\, Wigan\, WN1 3SL\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Art & Culture & History,Theatre & Film ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wiganeventsguide.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/sheilas-island.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240426T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240426T160000 DTSTAMP:20240506T233011 CREATED:20240311T140127Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240311T140147Z UID:39652-1714125600-1714147200@www.wiganeventsguide.com SUMMARY:The Wigan History Festival DESCRIPTION:The Wigan History Festival will celebrate more than a thousand years of Wigan’s history\, taking place at the town centre’s parish church.\n\n\n\nThe history festival is on April 26\, and 27th  and will cover the whole spectrum of the town’s history\, from the earliest time of the Romans right up to the present.\n\n\n\nThe event will feature a temporary pop-up cinema and a lecture theatre\,\nThe history festival takes place at Wigan Parish church in April\n\n\n\nOrganiser Mervyn Reeves said: “We have a whole range of displays which will be staffed by experts showing the history of Wigan from its earliest known settlement right up to the present day.\n\n\n\n“There will be plenty to see\, handle and hear about with a cinema running throughout the two days from 10 to 4 and speakers during the whole period.\n\n\n\n“Entrance is free. It will also provide an opportunity to see the church with a guide if needed.”\n\nThe history festival takes place at Wigan Parish Church and will be officially opened by the Mayor of Wigan on Friday\, April 26 at 11am.\n\n\nIf you are interested in taking part\, please send an email to mervynreeves@gmail.com. URL:https://www.wiganeventsguide.com/event/the-wigan-history-festival/ LOCATION:Wigan Parish Church\, Wrightington Street\, Wigan\, WN1\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Art & Culture & History,Family,Festivals & Fairs,Free ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wiganeventsguide.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/wigan-parish-church.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240418T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240418T210000 DTSTAMP:20240506T233011 CREATED:20240321T132744Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240321T132744Z UID:39700-1713468600-1713474000@www.wiganeventsguide.com SUMMARY:Sheila’s Island DESCRIPTION:Bonfire night 2019 and Sheila\, Denise\, Julie\, and Fay are Team C in Pennine Mineral Water Ltd.’s annual outward bound team-building weekend. Somehow\, Marketing Manager Sheila has been nominated team leader\, and has unwittingly stranded her team on an island in the Lake District. \nA sparkling\, sharp-witted comedy. \nPlease see WLT for the performance time on each day. \n£13.00 full\, £11.00 for under-16s and over-60s (if ordering online\, then plus booking fee of £1.01 or £0.85) URL:https://www.wiganeventsguide.com/event/sheilas-island/ LOCATION:Wigan Little Theatre\, 44 Crompton St\, Wigan\, WN1 3SL\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Art & Culture & History,Theatre & Film ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wiganeventsguide.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/sheilas-island.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240426T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240426T160000 DTSTAMP:20240506T233011 CREATED:20240311T140127Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240311T140147Z UID:39652-1714125600-1714147200@www.wiganeventsguide.com SUMMARY:The Wigan History Festival DESCRIPTION:The Wigan History Festival will celebrate more than a thousand years of Wigan’s history\, taking place at the town centre’s parish church.\n\n\n\nThe history festival is on April 26\, and 27th  and will cover the whole spectrum of the town’s history\, from the earliest time of the Romans right up to the present.\n\n\n\nThe event will feature a temporary pop-up cinema and a lecture theatre\,\nThe history festival takes place at Wigan Parish church in April\n\n\n\nOrganiser Mervyn Reeves said: “We have a whole range of displays which will be staffed by experts showing the history of Wigan from its earliest known settlement right up to the present day.\n\n\n\n“There will be plenty to see\, handle and hear about with a cinema running throughout the two days from 10 to 4 and speakers during the whole period.\n\n\n\n“Entrance is free. It will also provide an opportunity to see the church with a guide if needed.”\n\nThe history festival takes place at Wigan Parish Church and will be officially opened by the Mayor of Wigan on Friday\, April 26 at 11am.\n\n\nIf you are interested in taking part\, please send an email to mervynreeves@gmail.com. URL:https://www.wiganeventsguide.com/event/the-wigan-history-festival/ LOCATION:Wigan Parish Church\, Wrightington Street\, Wigan\, WN1\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Art & Culture & History,Family,Festivals & Fairs,Free ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wiganeventsguide.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/wigan-parish-church.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240328T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240328T220000 DTSTAMP:20240506T233011 CREATED:20240311T142017Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240311T142018Z UID:39675-1711654200-1711663200@www.wiganeventsguide.com SUMMARY:Unlocked : Original Music Showcase DESCRIPTION:Experience a diverse array of original artists curated by Tommy Jones from QSOE every month\, spanning various genres and backgrounds.\nJoin us in the Holding Cell on the fourth Thursday of each month for captivating\, intimate performances by talented musicians and creative artists in a laid-back atmosphere. Discover the richness of artistic expression in a relaxed setting.\nFREE ENTRY\nHolding Cell\n\nHosted by Tommy Jones of Quaintest Show On Earth. \nFree entry\, no ticket required \nThe Holding Cell is in the Bailiff Bar at the Old Courts. URL:https://www.wiganeventsguide.com/event/unlocked-original-music-showcase-2-2/ LOCATION:The Old Courts\, Crawford Street\, Wigan\, WN1 1NG\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Free,Live Music & Gigs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wiganeventsguide.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/unlocked.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240418T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240418T210000 DTSTAMP:20240506T233011 CREATED:20240321T132744Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240321T132744Z UID:39700-1713468600-1713474000@www.wiganeventsguide.com SUMMARY:Sheila’s Island DESCRIPTION:Bonfire night 2019 and Sheila\, Denise\, Julie\, and Fay are Team C in Pennine Mineral Water Ltd.’s annual outward bound team-building weekend. Somehow\, Marketing Manager Sheila has been nominated team leader\, and has unwittingly stranded her team on an island in the Lake District. \nA sparkling\, sharp-witted comedy. \nPlease see WLT for the performance time on each day. \n£13.00 full\, £11.00 for under-16s and over-60s (if ordering online\, then plus booking fee of £1.01 or £0.85) URL:https://www.wiganeventsguide.com/event/sheilas-island/ LOCATION:Wigan Little Theatre\, 44 Crompton St\, Wigan\, WN1 3SL\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Art & Culture & History,Theatre & Film ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wiganeventsguide.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/sheilas-island.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240418T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240418T210000 DTSTAMP:20240506T233011 CREATED:20240321T132744Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240321T132744Z UID:39700-1713468600-1713474000@www.wiganeventsguide.com SUMMARY:Sheila’s Island DESCRIPTION:Bonfire night 2019 and Sheila\, Denise\, Julie\, and Fay are Team C in Pennine Mineral Water Ltd.’s annual outward bound team-building weekend. Somehow\, Marketing Manager Sheila has been nominated team leader\, and has unwittingly stranded her team on an island in the Lake District. \nA sparkling\, sharp-witted comedy. \nPlease see WLT for the performance time on each day. \n£13.00 full\, £11.00 for under-16s and over-60s (if ordering online\, then plus booking fee of £1.01 or £0.85) URL:https://www.wiganeventsguide.com/event/sheilas-island/ LOCATION:Wigan Little Theatre\, 44 Crompton St\, Wigan\, WN1 3SL\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Art & Culture & History,Theatre & Film ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wiganeventsguide.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/sheilas-island.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230329T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230329T110000 DTSTAMP:20240506T233011 CREATED:20230324T114752Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240311T142300Z UID:38445-1680084000-1680087600@www.wiganeventsguide.com SUMMARY:Mini Makers DESCRIPTION:Mini Makers is our weekly session for under 5s to get creative and play! \nEach 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. \nMini Makers is also an opportunity for children to develop social skills\, whilst making and playing with other similarly aged children. For parents and guardians\, it’s a chance to grab a brew and socialise with other parents in a fun and engaging space. \n\n \n Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n  URL:https://www.wiganeventsguide.com/event/mini-makers/ LOCATION:The Old Courts\, Crawford Street\, Wigan\, WN1 1NG\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Art & Culture & History,Family ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wiganeventsguide.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/mini-makers-min.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240418T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240418T210000 DTSTAMP:20240506T233011 CREATED:20240321T132744Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240321T132744Z UID:39700-1713468600-1713474000@www.wiganeventsguide.com SUMMARY:Sheila’s Island DESCRIPTION:Bonfire night 2019 and Sheila\, Denise\, Julie\, and Fay are Team C in Pennine Mineral Water Ltd.’s annual outward bound team-building weekend. Somehow\, Marketing Manager Sheila has been nominated team leader\, and has unwittingly stranded her team on an island in the Lake District. \nA sparkling\, sharp-witted comedy. \nPlease see WLT for the performance time on each day. \n£13.00 full\, £11.00 for under-16s and over-60s (if ordering online\, then plus booking fee of £1.01 or £0.85) URL:https://www.wiganeventsguide.com/event/sheilas-island/ LOCATION:Wigan Little Theatre\, 44 Crompton St\, Wigan\, WN1 3SL\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Art & Culture & History,Theatre & Film ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wiganeventsguide.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/sheilas-island.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240418T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240418T210000 DTSTAMP:20240506T233011 CREATED:20240321T132744Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240321T132744Z UID:39700-1713468600-1713474000@www.wiganeventsguide.com SUMMARY:Sheila’s Island DESCRIPTION:Bonfire night 2019 and Sheila\, Denise\, Julie\, and Fay are Team C in Pennine Mineral Water Ltd.’s annual outward bound team-building weekend. Somehow\, Marketing Manager Sheila has been nominated team leader\, and has unwittingly stranded her team on an island in the Lake District. \nA sparkling\, sharp-witted comedy. \nPlease see WLT for the performance time on each day. \n£13.00 full\, £11.00 for under-16s and over-60s (if ordering online\, then plus booking fee of £1.01 or £0.85) URL:https://www.wiganeventsguide.com/event/sheilas-island/ LOCATION:Wigan Little Theatre\, 44 Crompton St\, Wigan\, WN1 3SL\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Art & Culture & History,Theatre & Film ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wiganeventsguide.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/sheilas-island.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240418T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240418T210000 DTSTAMP:20240506T233011 CREATED:20240321T132744Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240321T132744Z UID:39700-1713468600-1713474000@www.wiganeventsguide.com SUMMARY:Sheila’s Island DESCRIPTION:Bonfire night 2019 and Sheila\, Denise\, Julie\, and Fay are Team C in Pennine Mineral Water Ltd.’s annual outward bound team-building weekend. Somehow\, Marketing Manager Sheila has been nominated team leader\, and has unwittingly stranded her team on an island in the Lake District. \nA sparkling\, sharp-witted comedy. \nPlease see WLT for the performance time on each day. \n£13.00 full\, £11.00 for under-16s and over-60s (if ordering online\, then plus booking fee of £1.01 or £0.85) URL:https://www.wiganeventsguide.com/event/sheilas-island/ LOCATION:Wigan Little Theatre\, 44 Crompton St\, Wigan\, WN1 3SL\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Art & Culture & History,Theatre & Film ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wiganeventsguide.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/sheilas-island.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240418T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240418T210000 DTSTAMP:20240506T233012 CREATED:20240321T132744Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240321T132744Z UID:39700-1713468600-1713474000@www.wiganeventsguide.com SUMMARY:Sheila’s Island DESCRIPTION:Bonfire night 2019 and Sheila\, Denise\, Julie\, and Fay are Team C in Pennine Mineral Water Ltd.’s annual outward bound team-building weekend. Somehow\, Marketing Manager Sheila has been nominated team leader\, and has unwittingly stranded her team on an island in the Lake District. \nA sparkling\, sharp-witted comedy. \nPlease see WLT for the performance time on each day. \n£13.00 full\, £11.00 for under-16s and over-60s (if ordering online\, then plus booking fee of £1.01 or £0.85) URL:https://www.wiganeventsguide.com/event/sheilas-island/ LOCATION:Wigan Little Theatre\, 44 Crompton St\, Wigan\, WN1 3SL\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Art & Culture & History,Theatre & Film ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wiganeventsguide.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/sheilas-island.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240418T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240418T210000 DTSTAMP:20240506T233012 CREATED:20240321T132744Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240321T132744Z UID:39700-1713468600-1713474000@www.wiganeventsguide.com SUMMARY:Sheila’s Island DESCRIPTION:Bonfire night 2019 and Sheila\, Denise\, Julie\, and Fay are Team C in Pennine Mineral Water Ltd.’s annual outward bound team-building weekend. Somehow\, Marketing Manager Sheila has been nominated team leader\, and has unwittingly stranded her team on an island in the Lake District. \nA sparkling\, sharp-witted comedy. \nPlease see WLT for the performance time on each day. \n£13.00 full\, £11.00 for under-16s and over-60s (if ordering online\, then plus booking fee of £1.01 or £0.85) URL:https://www.wiganeventsguide.com/event/sheilas-island/ LOCATION:Wigan Little Theatre\, 44 Crompton St\, Wigan\, WN1 3SL\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Art & Culture & History,Theatre & Film ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wiganeventsguide.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/sheilas-island.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240418T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240418T210000 DTSTAMP:20240506T233012 CREATED:20240321T132744Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240321T132744Z UID:39700-1713468600-1713474000@www.wiganeventsguide.com SUMMARY:Sheila’s Island DESCRIPTION:Bonfire night 2019 and Sheila\, Denise\, Julie\, and Fay are Team C in Pennine Mineral Water Ltd.’s annual outward bound team-building weekend. Somehow\, Marketing Manager Sheila has been nominated team leader\, and has unwittingly stranded her team on an island in the Lake District. \nA sparkling\, sharp-witted comedy. \nPlease see WLT for the performance time on each day. \n£13.00 full\, £11.00 for under-16s and over-60s (if ordering online\, then plus booking fee of £1.01 or £0.85) URL:https://www.wiganeventsguide.com/event/sheilas-island/ LOCATION:Wigan Little Theatre\, 44 Crompton St\, Wigan\, WN1 3SL\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Art & Culture & History,Theatre & Film ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wiganeventsguide.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/sheilas-island.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230329T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230329T110000 DTSTAMP:20240506T233012 CREATED:20230324T114752Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240311T142300Z UID:38445-1680084000-1680087600@www.wiganeventsguide.com SUMMARY:Mini Makers DESCRIPTION:Mini Makers is our weekly session for under 5s to get creative and play! \nEach 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. \nMini Makers is also an opportunity for children to develop social skills\, whilst making and playing with other similarly aged children. For parents and guardians\, it’s a chance to grab a brew and socialise with other parents in a fun and engaging space. \n\n \n Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n  URL:https://www.wiganeventsguide.com/event/mini-makers/ LOCATION:The Old Courts\, Crawford Street\, Wigan\, WN1 1NG\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Art & Culture & History,Family ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wiganeventsguide.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/mini-makers-min.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240414T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240414T160000 DTSTAMP:20240506T233012 CREATED:20240321T133117Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240321T133117Z UID:39704-1713088800-1713110400@www.wiganeventsguide.com SUMMARY:Spring Family Fun Day DESCRIPTION:It looks to be an amazing day planned at the farm\, with so many amazing stall holders\, from home crafters and artisans\, to bakers and foodies!\nCome and join us on Sunday 14th April as we celebrate Spring at Greenslate Farm! URL:https://www.wiganeventsguide.com/event/spring-family-fun-day/ LOCATION:Greenslate Community Farm\, Greenslate Lodge\, Greenslate Road\, Billinge\, Wigan\, WN5 7BG\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Family,Festivals & Fairs,Free ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wiganeventsguide.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/spring-family-fun.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240412T180000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240412T210000 DTSTAMP:20240506T233012 CREATED:20240311T135206Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240311T135206Z UID:39642-1712944800-1712955600@www.wiganeventsguide.com SUMMARY:QSOE & Friends Charity Concert DESCRIPTION:QSOE and friends returns with a fantastic lineup!\nYou won’t want to miss this charity evening\n\nQuaintest Show on Earth ( Full band with guests)\n\nPelican Babies acoustic duo performing mainly original material encompassing folk/pop/blues. You really need to hear their amazing harmonies and watch out for that didgeridoo!\n\nDots are Nicki & Les\, a dynamic electronic duo from Greater Manchester. Together they serve up a crazy cocktail of synth pop and early blues\, mixing the sounds of Kraftwerk with the spirit of Hound Dog Taylor\, topped with a generous sprinkling of humour!/\n\nTaylor Giacoma is a singer\, pianist\, composer\, conductor\, arranger\, tutor\, and founder of Semitone Studios.\n\nThe music she writes and performs is often mistaken for something from a musical or Disney film\, and though it doesn’t fall neatly into any one genre it is often described as musical theatre/pop crossover.\nEven her covers\, which range from early 20th century musical theatre to lyrical versions of hard rock songs\, are unique. Known primarily for her original music\, she writes highly unusual\, narrative songs inspired by topics ranging from love and loss to cataclysmic magnetic stars\, time dilation\, and fourth century saints.\n\n“Sweeping effortlessly from dark\, intense classical influences\, to a serene yet forlorn folk sound in a matter of a single verse\, you’ll find yourself away on a musical journey\, wondering how on earth that last song switched genre and style without you even noticing.” – Tom Hodgson\, Dharmajunk\n\nPurchase tickets from the venue or online\nOnly £10\n\n\n\n Purchase from the venue anytime from now up until the event.\n\n\nPurchase E-Tickets (make sure to leave your email address in the message) https://monzo.me/thomasjones28\n\n\n Ask to be put on the guest-list and pay on the night. (cash)\nqsoearth@gmail.com URL:https://www.wiganeventsguide.com/event/qsoe-friends-charity-concert/ LOCATION:Standish Social Club\, Smalley St\, Standish\, Wigan\, WN6 0JN CATEGORIES:Live Music & Gigs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wiganeventsguide.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/qsoe-charity.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240314T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240314T220000 DTSTAMP:20240506T233012 CREATED:20240311T134631Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240311T140555Z UID:39638-1710444600-1710453600@www.wiganeventsguide.com SUMMARY:Open Mic Poetry DESCRIPTION:Open Mic Poetry\, a poetic return\,\nCalling all wordsmiths\, in lyrical yearn.\nFrom seasoned poets to those just begun\,\nOur Poetry Night\, a celebration\, a poetic sun.\n\nIn a vibrant space\, all poets unite\,\nNo ‘headliners’ here\, sharing our poetic light.\nOpen mic beckons\, a welcoming stage\,\nStep up\, share your thoughts\, feel the poetic sage.\n\nA cozy atmosphere\, where words softly sway\,\nPoetry lovers listen\, in the magic they stay.\nAspiring poets\, enthusiasts\, and those seasoned well\,\nAll are invited to this lyrical spell.\n\nExpress emotions through verse\, feel the thrill\,\nOpen mic welcomes\, every voice\, every skill.\nNo judgment\, just appreciation pure\,\nFor the art of poetry\, an experience to assure.\n\nFor those who prefer to listen\, in the poetic stream\,\nBe an audience member\, let emotions gleam.\nDiverse voices weave emotions profound\,\nConnect with each verse\, in unity found.\n\nJoin this community\, a passionate sea\,\nDiscover new voices\, perspectives that be.\nAn inclusive haven where creativity bounds\,\nIn the world of rhythm\, rhyme\, and poetic sounds.\n\nAn evening of enchantment\, words as brushstrokes\,\nPainting a canvas\, where every word evokes.\nSee you there\, ready to explore\,\nThe world of rhythm\, rhyme\, and revelation’s door.\n\nEntry is free\, come one\, come all\,\nAnswer the poetic beckon\, heed the call\nRegister to perform at 7:30pm with host Ian Whiteley URL:https://www.wiganeventsguide.com/event/open-mic-poetry/ LOCATION:The Old Courts\, Crawford Street\, Wigan\, WN1 1NG\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Art & Culture & History,Free,Spoken / Written Word ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wiganeventsguide.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/open-mic-poetry.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240410T180000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240410T200000 DTSTAMP:20240506T233012 CREATED:20240321T142736Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240321T142918Z UID:39721-1712772000-1712779200@www.wiganeventsguide.com SUMMARY:French Week - Wine & Cheese tasting DESCRIPTION:We 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. \n  \nWine & Cheese tasting: 10th April – 6pm – £12 – Turnpike Gallery\, WN7 1EB – \nATA event – booking required: email ata.wigan@gmail.com or phone 07824508516. URL:https://www.wiganeventsguide.com/event/wine-cheese-tasting/ LOCATION:The Turnpike\, Civic Square\, Leigh\, WN7 1EB\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Art & Culture & History,Festivals & Fairs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wiganeventsguide.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/French-Week.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240410T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240410T160000 DTSTAMP:20240506T233012 CREATED:20240321T141358Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240321T141358Z UID:39717-1712743200-1712764800@www.wiganeventsguide.com SUMMARY:French Week - Art Activities DESCRIPTION:We 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 \nArt activities for children: 10th April at the Turnpike Gallery – Free – Kids aged 7+ – booking required:\nDots art & pixel fun workshop: 10am-12.30pm \n\n \n Register for Dot Art & Pixel Fun\n \n \n \n \n \nDrolleries – medieval monsters: collage and mono print workshop with artist Anna FC Smith – 2-4pm \n  \n\n \n Register for Drolleries & medieval monsters URL:https://www.wiganeventsguide.com/event/french-week-art-activities/ LOCATION:The Turnpike\, Civic Square\, Leigh\, WN7 1EB\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Art & Culture & History,Family,Festivals & Fairs,Free ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wiganeventsguide.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/French-Week.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230329T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230329T110000 DTSTAMP:20240506T233012 CREATED:20230324T114752Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240311T142300Z UID:38445-1680084000-1680087600@www.wiganeventsguide.com SUMMARY:Mini Makers DESCRIPTION:Mini Makers is our weekly session for under 5s to get creative and play! \nEach 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. \nMini Makers is also an opportunity for children to develop social skills\, whilst making and playing with other similarly aged children. For parents and guardians\, it’s a chance to grab a brew and socialise with other parents in a fun and engaging space. \n\n \n Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n  URL:https://www.wiganeventsguide.com/event/mini-makers/ LOCATION:The Old Courts\, Crawford Street\, Wigan\, WN1 1NG\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Art & Culture & History,Family ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wiganeventsguide.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/mini-makers-min.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240406T103000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240406T140000 DTSTAMP:20240506T233013 CREATED:20240321T140144Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240321T140144Z UID:39713-1712399400-1712412000@www.wiganeventsguide.com SUMMARY:French Week - Pétanque tournament DESCRIPTION:We 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. \nPétanque tournament at Hindley Leyland Park is free for adults aged 16+. Booking is required. \n  \n6th April – 10.30am to 12pm\n8th April – 1pm to 2.30pm\n12th April – 1pm to 2.30pm \n  \n\n \n Register URL:https://www.wiganeventsguide.com/event/french-week-petanque-tournament/ LOCATION:Leyland Park FoLP\, Park Road\, Hindley\, WN2 3SB\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Festivals & Fairs,Free ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wiganeventsguide.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/French-Week.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240405T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240405T230000 DTSTAMP:20240506T233013 CREATED:20240311T142911Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240311T142911Z UID:39681-1712345400-1712358000@www.wiganeventsguide.com SUMMARY:Corvus & The Morning Star | Pray for Mojo | Kubrick Stare | Skint DESCRIPTION:Wigan’s Psychedelic Rock band Corvus & The Morning Star return to their hometown for another headline set joined by Warrington band Pray For Mojo and local bands Kubrick Stare & Skint.\nAdvance Tickets: £7.00 (excludes fees) | OTD: £9.00\n skiddle.com/e/38065303\n\n\n \n Tickets URL:https://www.wiganeventsguide.com/event/corvus-the-morning-star-pray-for-mojo-kubrick-stare-skint/ LOCATION:The Boulevard\, 17A Wallgate\, Wigan\, WN1 1LD\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Live Music & Gigs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wiganeventsguide.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/corvus-morning.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Sounds From The Street":MAILTO:soundsfromthestreet@yahoo.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240405T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240405T213000 DTSTAMP:20240506T233013 CREATED:20240321T135922Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240321T140350Z UID:39710-1712345400-1712352600@www.wiganeventsguide.com SUMMARY:French Week - Cinema DESCRIPTION:We 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 \nCinema: Intouchables: 5th April – 7.30pm \nThis film is spoken in French language with English subtitles. \nat Leigh Film Factory located in Leigh Spinners Mill \n  \n\n \n Tickets URL:https://www.wiganeventsguide.com/event/french-week-cinema/ LOCATION:Leigh Spinners Mill\, Park Lane\, Leigh\, Wigan\, WN7 2LB\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Art & Culture & History,Festivals & Fairs,Theatre & Film ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wiganeventsguide.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/French-Week.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240403T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240403T140000 DTSTAMP:20240506T233013 CREATED:20240321T143515Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240321T143515Z UID:39728-1712142000-1712152800@www.wiganeventsguide.com SUMMARY:Fairy Door Decorating Workshop DESCRIPTION:You’re invited to our FREE fairy door decorating workshop on Wednesday 3rd April. \n\n\nJoin us upstairs on the ‘Community Corner’ between 11am – 2pm and get creative in our fairy door make & take workshop\, decorate a fairy door\, sprinkle a little magic dust and enter the fairy realm \n\n\nPut on your fairy wings & grab your wand and enjoy story time sessions at 12 & 1pm.\n\n\nParental supervision is required at all times.\nNo booking required. URL:https://www.wiganeventsguide.com/event/fairy-door-decorating-workshop/ LOCATION:The Grand Arcade\, 23 Crompton St\, Wigan\, WN1 1BH\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Art & Culture & History,Family,Free ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wiganeventsguide.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/fairy-door.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230329T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230329T110000 DTSTAMP:20240506T233013 CREATED:20230324T114752Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240311T142300Z UID:38445-1680084000-1680087600@www.wiganeventsguide.com SUMMARY:Mini Makers DESCRIPTION:Mini Makers is our weekly session for under 5s to get creative and play! \nEach 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. \nMini Makers is also an opportunity for children to develop social skills\, whilst making and playing with other similarly aged children. For parents and guardians\, it’s a chance to grab a brew and socialise with other parents in a fun and engaging space. \n\n \n Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n  URL:https://www.wiganeventsguide.com/event/mini-makers/ LOCATION:The Old Courts\, Crawford Street\, Wigan\, WN1 1NG\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Art & Culture & History,Family ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wiganeventsguide.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/mini-makers-min.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240401T143000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240401T203000 DTSTAMP:20240506T233013 CREATED:20240311T140510Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240311T140510Z UID:39657-1711981800-1712003400@www.wiganeventsguide.com SUMMARY:Wigan Folk Club's 60th Anniversary! Wigan Day of Folk & Verse DESCRIPTION:We’re delighted to be celebrating Wigan Folk Club’s 60th Anniversary! All are welcome. Come play\, recite\, or enjoy listening.\nFREE Entry URL:https://www.wiganeventsguide.com/event/wigan-folk-clubs-60th-anniversary-wigan-day-of-folk-verse/ LOCATION:The Old Courts\, Crawford Street\, Wigan\, WN1 1NG\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Family,Festivals & Fairs,Free,Live Music & Gigs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wiganeventsguide.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Wigan-Day-of-Folk-Verse.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR