Our guide to what's on in the borough this weekend
Date published: 13 June 2024
Street Eat festival is being held in Rochdale town centre on Saturday
Lots to do in and around the borough this weekend: Street Eat, live music in various locations, GEM Appeal Diamond and Pearl Summer Ball , Gallery Exhibitions, Rochdale Ramblers, Car boot sale, Fireground open day, Comedy, The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling, Disney’s bottomless drag brunch and lots more…
- Events happening all weekend
The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee – St John’s Hall
Friday 14 June 2024 - Saturday 15 June 2024, 7.30pm
Six awkward spelling champions learn that winning (and losing) isn't everything.
Winner of the Tony and the Drama Desk Awards for Best Book, The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee has charmed audiences across the country with its effortless wit and humour.
www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/75129/events-in-rochdale/the-25th-annual-putnam-county-spelling-bee
Visit Fireground Museum – Fireground, Maclure Road,
Friday 14 June - Saturday 15 June, 10am - 4pm
Fire Museum attractions are on show including historic and recent day artifacts.
www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/74691/events-in-rochdale/visit-fireground-museum
Gallery Exhibitions - Littleborough Coach House,
Friday 14 June - Saturday 15 June, 10am - 3pm
Debbie Lord – Acrylics. Phoenix Textiles. Heritage Room.
- Friday 14 June
Northern Live - Middleton Arena, 7.30pm
The world’s greatest and most authentic touring live band Northern Soul show, Northern Live is ‘keeping the faith’ to the original sounds of the underground movement that started on the dance floors in the North, and eventually swept the nation.
www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/74359/events-in-rochdale/northern-live
Donate Blood - Crown Oil Arena, 12.50pm - 7.35pm
Giving blood and platelets is essential to the NHS and vulnerable patients. Please keep donating.
www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/74447/events-in-rochdale/donate-blood
FREE Comedy with two Solo Festival Shows - The Old Court Room, Above The Flying Horse, 8pm
June Brings something different to the Old Court Room Comedy night.
Two Solo Festival shows FREE!! Thanks to Cartwheel Arts Free or VIP tickets available.
Disney Bottomless Drag Night - The Mill, 6pm
The magic of Disney is coming to Calderdale. Just a short hop on the train to the enchanted Disney drag cabaret show. Tickets include 2 x 45 minute cabaret shows.
www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/75222/events-in-rochdale/disney-bottomless-drag-night
AC/DC Tribute Band Performed by Dirty DC – Empire Rochdale, 8pm
The band have for many years set the benchmark recreating the sound and visual of the world’s greatest ever Rock n Roll band!
www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/75233/events-in-rochdale/ac-dc-tribute-band-performed-by-dirty-dc
Live music from Peter Mylett - Treehouse Bar Rochdale, 7pm
Singing songs mainly from the 60's.
www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/75236/events-in-rochdale/live-music-from-peter-mylett
For a full list of Friday's events see the Rochdale Online Events Diary:
www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/search?searchvalue=14-06-2024&searchtype=date
- Saturday 15 June
Messy Church - Moorhouse Methodist Church, 4pm - 6pm
A fun time of worship, crafts, games and food. Children must be accompanied by a responsible adult.
www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/74563/events-in-rochdale/messy-church
Charity Indoor Car Boot Sale - Smithy Bridge Methodist Church, 9.30am - 11.30am
Each month we raise money for a different charity through our indoor car boot sales. If you would like a table to sell your unwanted items (rent...
www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/74744/events-in-rochdale/charity-indoor-car-boot-sale
GEM Appeal Diamond and Pearl Summer Ball - Rochdale Town Hall, 6.30pm
Tickets are now on sale for our 30th year celebration. We are going back to our roots, to the place our first major fundraiser took place, at the newly restored Rochdale Town Hall.
www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/74837/events-in-rochdale/gem-appeal-diamond-and-pearl-summer-ball
Dying To Talk - St Michael’s Church, 2pm - 4pm
Will, Legacies and Finances - Led by Louise Salisbury, AST Hampsons Solicitors An opportunity to discuss dying, how to relate to those we love over the last part of their lives, and talk about the practicalities following a death.
www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/74987/events-in-rochdale/dying-to-talk
Springhill Hospice Coffee Morning - St. Andrews Church, 11am - 1pm
Charity Coffee Morning in aid of Springhill Hospice Tickets include coffee and home made cakes.
www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/75040/events-in-rochdale/springhill-hospice-coffee-morning
Street Eat - Rochdale Town Hall Square, 11am - 7pm
Amazing street food from Rochdale’s best vendors, drinks, music and more as this popular food festival returns to Rochdale Town Hall Square
www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/75059/events-in-rochdale/street-eat
Milnrow & Newhey Districts Community Carnival - From Newhey through Milnrow village, finishing at Milnrow Memorial Park, 12pm
The parade will start at 1.00pm, but everyone is welcome from 12noon. The parade will terminate at Milnrow Memorial Park. Road closure...
For a full list of Saturday’s events see the Rochdale Online Events Diary:
www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/search?searchvalue=15-06-2024&searchtype=date
- Sunday 16 June
Bowlee Car Boot Sale and Market - Bowlee Community Park, 6am for sellers, 7am for public - 1.30pm
If it's time for a de-clutter, you can easily offload your unwanted possessions in exchange for cash or explore and bag yourself a bargain. There's a huge range of goods available.
www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/74586/events-in-rochdale/bowlee-car-boot-sale-and-market
Springfield Park Model Train Rides - Springfield Park, 1pm to 4pm
Our miniature railway running in Springfield Park, is now open every Sunday afternoon till the end of October. Please come along and support us.
www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/74765/events-in-rochdale/springfield-park-model-train-rides
Free Sunday Old Court Room Comedy Night Solo Shows - The Old Court Room above the Flying Horse Hotel, 5pm
June Brings something different to the Old Court Room Comedy night. Two Solo Festival shows thanks to Cartwheel Arts Free or VIP tickets.
Save the Dale fundraising event - Empire Rochdale, 2pm
Join us for an unforgettable day of giving and community at the “Save the Dale” fundraising event.
www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/75235/events-in-rochdale/save-the-dale-fundraising-event
For a full list of Sunday’s events see the Rochdale Online Events Diary:
www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/search?searchvalue=16-06-2024&searchtype=date
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