Our guide to what you can do in and around the borough this weekend

Rochdale’s Got Talent, Babes in the Wood pantomime, Rochdale Gymnastics, Dance and Olympic Camps, Live Bands, Half Term Kids Craft and Cinema Clubs, Visit My Mosque Open Days, Greater Manchester Walking Week and Dale V Tottenham Hotspurs - lots to do around the Borough. 

• Events happening all weekend

Babes in the Wood Pantomime – St Gabriel’s RC Primary School, Fri 16 & Sat 17 Feb, evening shows 7.15pm and Saturday matinee 2.15pm

Our annual village pantomime involving 30 local children in the choruses. Fun for all the family!

https://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/52810/

Half Term Activities – Gordon Rigg Garden Centre Rochdale, Fri 16, Sat 17 & Sun 18 Feb, 10am – 12pm and 2pm – 4pm

It's national nest box week so we have lots of bird related activities on, come and help us celebrate the birds! Make sure you've got a nest box in your garden.

https://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/53229/

• Friday 16 February

Rochdale Holiday Camp (Rochdale Olympics) – Siddal Moor Sport College, Heywood, 9am – 3pm

For ages 4 to 11, the camp costs £15 for the day.

https://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/53142/

Rochdale Holiday Camp (Gymnastics and Dance) – Bowlee Park Primary School, 9am – 3pm

Gym-Fusion for ages 4-11, costing £15 for the day.

https://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/53143/

Live Band: New Identity – Empire Rochdale, 6pm – 4am

5-piece party band covering hits from Duran Duran, Spandu Ballet, Barry White, Robbie Williams and Bruno Mars plus much more.

https://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/52593/

Be Who You Are: LGBT Over 50’s Community Group – Number One Riverside, 1pm – 3pm

Shaping, designing and delivering age friendly projects for the LGBT communities in Rochdale.

https://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/52693/

Half Term Kids Cinema and Arts & Crafts – Heywood Civic Centre, 1.30pm – 4.45pm

Children will build their own cars out of cardboard boxes and other arts and crafts materials. Once all the cars have been built, Cars 3 will be shown, and children can watch the film with the cars they have made.

https://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/52670/

Rochdale Masonic Band Concert – Masonic Hall Building, 7.45pm start

Featuring songs from shows and last night of the proms with Greater Manchester Police Band.

https://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/52877/

Live Band: Soul Federation – The Flying Horse Hotel, band on at 10pm

Outstanding 10-piece soul band bringing you all the classics from Soul and Motown!

https://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/52946/

For a full list of Friday’s events see the Rochdale Online Events Diary

https://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/search?searchvalue=16-02-2018&searchtype=date

 

• Saturday 17 February

Mike Sweeney’s Manchester Beat – Middleton Arena, 7.30pm – 10pm

Broadcasting legend Mike Sweeney and his infamous Manchester Beat take to the stage in 2018 with a show packed with classic hits.

https://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/50061/

Rochdale’s Got Talent – Rochdale Town Hall, 6.30pm – 12am

Organised by Rochdale Borough Council, the acts will be judged by our panel of celebrity judges and your vote on the night will help decide who will be crowned the winner of this year's contest.

https://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/52514/

Valloween 2018 – Rochdale Ukranian Club, 8pm – 1am

Our annual event with free buffet, live entertainment in the shape of Stoneshadow, tombola, raffles and prizes for fancy dress! Guaranteed to be an epic night.

https://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/53131/

Live Band: UB40 Experience – Empire Rochdale, 6pm – 4am

Featuring 'Stars in Your Eyes' winner Andi Bagnali as Ali Campbell, plus a line-up of handpicked, world class musicians, the band are set to be one of the biggest and best tribute bands in Europe.

https://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/52594/

The Ian Newman Community Film Club – Bamford Chapel and Norden URC, 7.30pm film starts

Lion (2016) is a biographical drama telling the true story of how Saroo Brierley, 25 years after being separated from his family in Burhanpur, sets out to find them.

https://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/52627/

Manchester Balloon Modelling – Gordon Rigg Garden Centre Rochdale, 12pm – 4pm

The Manchester Balloon Modeller will be here making free balloon models. They can be all different shapes, sizes and even colours!

https://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/52964/

Syke Coffee House – Syke Methodist Church, 10am – 12pm

Enjoy a freshly ground cup of coffee or tea in our warm and relaxing venue. We also have homemade cakes.

https://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/53121/

Life Hacks: Sew and Go! – Rochdale Pioneers Museum, 11am – 12.30pm

Join crafter Jillian Holden for a morning of making ‘biscuit brooches’ and other delightful treats. Learn basic sewing techniques and explore your creative side.

https://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/53207/

Rochdale Phoenix Opera Society: Phoenix Brass – Spotland Methodist Church, concert begins 7.30pm

Come along for a superb evening of musical entertainment where you will be treated to a variety of light opera, and the very finest of brass... with a touch of class.

https://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/53269/

For a full list of Saturday’s events see the Rochdale Online Events Diary

https://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/search?searchvalue=17-02-2018&searchtype=date

 

• Sunday 18 February

Rochdale AFC v Tottenham Hotspur – Crown Oil Arena, 4pm kick off

Emirates FA Cup Fifth Round.

https://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/53188/

Meet Tinkerbell, Peter Pan and Captain Hook – Hallfold United Reformed Church, 3pm – 5pm

The day includes badge making, sand art, glitter tattoos and refreshments for a small charge.

https://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/53114/

Jazz on a Sunday: Tame Valley Stompers – Newton National Club, doors open 7.15pm, concert begins 8pm

The concert will be played on the ground floor. There is a free car park.

https://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/51900/

Rochdale V Tottenham live game on 4 screens with food offers – The Flying Horse Hotel, open at 9.30am

The Flyer has been named as one of the official fan zones and are offering two deals for fans who come down to watch the game… grab a breakfast and receive 10% off or a burger with free onion rings!

https://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/53330/

Greater Manchester Walking Week: Ogden – Meet at Ogden Reservoir Car Park, 9.30am

A circular walk from Ogden (quite rugged in places) taking us along sections of the Rochdale and Pennine Ways, and visiting Readycon Dean, Castleshaw and New Year’s Bridge Reservoirs. Returning via Denshaw and Clough Manor.

https://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/53182/

Neeli Mosque Open Day – Neeli Mosque, 12pm – 4pm

#VisitMyMosque day is a national initiative facilitated by the Muslim Council of Britain (MCB), where Mosques across the UK organise open days, inviting in their neighbours and other communities for an insight into the day-to-day goings on of a Muslim centre of worship.

https://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/53236/

Samantha Smith Health Appeal 5K – The Cock and Magpie Pub, 11.15am

This is a trail race to raise funds for Samantha Smith, a mum of 2 who needs treatment.

https://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/52570/

Mills Hospice Fundraiser – Rochdale Cricket Club, 1pm – 9pm

The day will include a variety of activities such as singers and bands, dancers, magicians, face painting, food and drink stalls and lots more.

https://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/52714/

Live Band: Victoria Shakes – Empire Rochdale, 6pm – 2am

Victoria Shakes are a professional function covers band who play a wide range of songs from 60's classics to modern pop hits, electric and acoustic covers.

https://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/52595/

Bilal Mosque Open Day for Non-Muslims – Bilal Mosque Rochdale, 11am – 4pm

As part of the #VisitMyMosque campaign, Bilal Mosque would like to warmly extend our open invitation to all Non-Muslims in joining us for this open day. This is a perfect opportunity to come and explore the faith of Islam, as well as seeing what takes place in the vicinity of the Mosque.

https://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/53178/

Family Fun Day: Real Love – St Peter’s Church, Newbold, 2.30pm

Fun for all the family with crafts, games, a treasure hunt, Bible stories and refreshments.

https://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/53228/

Middleton Town Centre Car Boot Sale – Middleton Shopping Centre, 6am – 1pm

Held on the first and third Sunday of every month.

https://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/52608/

Golden Mosque Open Day – Golden Mosque, 12pm – 2pm

This is an opportunity for anyone who wants to visit our mosque to come and find out more about us and our culture. It is open to all and there is no registration needed, just turn up on the day.

https://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/53239/

For a full list of Sunday’s events see the Rochdale Online Events Diary

https://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/search?searchvalue=18-02-2018&searchtype=date 

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http://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/submit