Our guide to what's on in the borough this weekend

Date published: 21 June 2024


Lots to do in and around the borough this weekend: Little Glastonboro, Ben Hur The Curtain Theatre, Refugee Eid Meal , Annual Eid event, live music in various locations, Carnaby school of dance Show, Gallery Exhibitions, Rochdale Ramblers, Car boot sale, Fireground open day, and lots more…

 

  • Events happening all weekend

Ben Hur - The Curtain Theatre - Saturday 22 June 2024 - Sunday 23 June 2024

Based on the timeless stories of the nineteenth century, this adaptation condenses the epic tale so that it can be told by just four actors.

www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/74167/events-in-rochdale/ben-hur

 

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/74692/events-in-rochdale/visit-fireground-museum

 

Gallery Exhibitions - Littleborough Coach House,

Friday 21 June - Saturday 22 June, 10am – 3pm

Debbie Lord – Acrylics. Phoenix Textiles. Heritage Room.

www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/74817/events-in-rochdale/gallery-exhibitions-debbie-lord-acrylics-phoenix-textiles-heritage-room


  • Friday 21 June

Freddie Mercury Tribute Act plus DJ and vocalist - Champness Hall, 7pm until late

High Level (Northern) Trust presents an amazing evening with Joey Lindon (Freddy Mercury Tribute), Vocalist Shane Doyle and DJ host Paddy Holding in celebration of 20 years as a charity.

www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/75013/events-in-rochdale/-freddie-mercury-tribute-act-joey-lindon-plus-dj-paddy-holden-and-vocalist-shane-doyle


Live music from Brandon Kent - Treehouse Bar Rochdale, 7pm

Male vocalist. Music to suit all.

www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/75331/events-in-rochdale/live-music-from-brandon-kent

 

The Killers tribute by Killaz UK - Empire Rochdale, 8pm

Bringing together years of experience in tribute and original bands, The Killaz UK aim to bring something completely new to the table.

www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/75333/events-in-rochdale/the-killers-live-band-tribute-show-by-killaz-uk

 

For a full list of Fridays events see the Rochdale Online Events Diary:

www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/search?searchvalue=21-06-2024&searchtype=date


  • Saturday 22 June

Little Glastonboro 2024 - Littleborough Cricket Club, 1pm - 10pm

A music festival based in the village of Littleborough, featuring up-and-coming artists, top tribute acts, local bands and community groups.

www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/74236/events-in-rochdale/little-glastonboro-2024

 

Carnaby Street - Middleton Arena, 2.30pm & 6.30pm

Carnaby School of Dance are back with one of their ever-popular shows. This year with dances to hits from the 60’s and 70’s.

www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/74983/events-in-rochdale/carnaby-street

 

Dying To Talk - St Michael’s Church, 2pm - 4pm

Living with Grief and Bereavement - Led by The Spiritual and Pastoral Care Team Springhill Hospice

www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/74988/events-in-rochdale/dying-to-talk

 

Live music from Becky Chamberlain - Treehouse Bar Rochdale, 7pm

Female vocalist who loves the 00's

www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/75332/events-in-rochdale/live-music-from-becky-chamberlain

 

Fleetwood Mac tribute - Empire Rochdale, 8pm

Come and join us as Fleetwood Mad perform for the first time at The Empire Rochdale – a fabulous live music venue.

www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/75334/events-in-rochdale/fleetwood-mac-tribute-%E2%80%93-a-spectacular-performance-by-fleetwood-mad

 

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

www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/search?searchvalue=22-06-2024&searchtype=date


  • Sunday 23 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/74587/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/74764/events-in-rochdale/springfield-park-model-train-rides

 

Rochdale Ramblers - Almost a Summer Solstice Stroll - 10.30am

Walk distance = 8 miles. National Grade: Moderate. Saunter beside tranquil Ladybrook through woods and meadows linking the Macclesfield Canal to the huge Lyme Park estate. Enjoy tremendous views and a peaceful waterside return.

www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/74970/events-in-rochdale/rochdale-ramblers-sunday-walks

 

Crescent Radio Eid Event - Castlemere Community Centre, 5pm - 8pm

Join us for our annual Eid Event. This year we have brought it back to Rochdale and are having a naat and nasheed event.

www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/75223/events-in-rochdale/crescent-radio-eid-event

 

Refugee Eid Meal - Rochdale Community Mosque, 3pm

A meal, toys and treats for anyone with a refugee background. Or anyone that needs support.

www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/75268/events-in-rochdale/refugee-eid-meal

 

Hare Hill House Summer Market – Hare Hill House, 11am – 3pm

Butchers Pies Pet supplies Jams Crafts Fudge Cake Reiki Psychic Sand art Flowers Jewellery House hold gifts and lots more.

www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/75341/events-in-rochdale/harehill-house-summer-market

 

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

www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/search?searchvalue=23-06-2024&searchtype=date


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