Our guide to what's on in the borough this weekend
Date published: 04 July 2024
Rochdale Pioneers Museum
Lots to do in and around the borough this weekend: Rochdale Children's Literature Festival, Live music in various locations, Pinc and the Pioneers, Kids Stitch & Play, Abba Duo, Gallery Exhibitions, All that Jazz, Car boot sale, and lots more…
- Events happening all weekend
All That Jazz - Middleton Arena, Saturday 7.30pm and Sunday 2pm
The Alyson Livesey Academy of Dance and Drama presents a magical medley of musicals.
www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/75216/events-in-rochdale/all-that-jazz
Visit Fireground Museum – Fireground, Maclure Road, Friday and Saturday, 10am - 4pm
Fire Museum attractions are on show including historic and recent day artifacts.
www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/75269/events-in-rochdale/visit-fireground-museum
- Friday 5 July
Don’t Stop Queen Now - Middleton Arena. 7.30pm
Tonight, you’re gonna have yourself a real good time! Don’t Stop Queen Now, boasts the UK’s largest stage production of any Queen tribute band.
www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/74523/events-in-rochdale/don%E2%80%99t-stop-queen-now
Abba Duo - Norton Grange Hotel and Spa. 6pm - 1am
Put on your dancing shoes and become a super trooper with our fabulous tribute night. Sing and dance the night away to hits such as dancing queen, waterloo and more.
www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/74976/events-in-rochdale/abba-duo
Live music - Chris Addington - The Flying Horse Hotel. 10pm
Tonight, we have the amazing Chris Addington. Chris plays guitar/ sing and he fronts local bands ‘the filthy animals’ and ‘ shenanigans’.
www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/75336/events-in-rochdale/live-music-chris-addington
Pinc and the Pioneers - Rochdale Pioneers Museum, 10.30am – 1.30pm
Join us at the Rochdale Pioneers Museum for a family-friendly drop-in event.
www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/75433/events-in-rochdale/pinc-and-the-pioneers
80’s Rewind – Live 80’s Party Band – Empire Rochdale, 8pm
Featuring Beth Brookes – from the era that gave us the video game, shoulder pads and huge hair comes a fun and energetic tribute to the 1980’s.
For a full list of Fridays events see the Rochdale Online Events Diary:
www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/search?searchvalue=05-07-2024&searchtype=date
- Saturday 6 July
Rochdale Children's Literature Festival - Number One Riverside, 10am - 3pm
We're back for another year. Come and join us for an exciting and inspiring festival in the heart of Rochdale.
www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/72894/events-in-rochdale/rochdale-childrens-literature-festival
Kids Stitch & Play - Brimrod Church Community Hall, 1pm - 3pm
We are so excited to offer the chance for local children and their caregivers to join us in learning sewing skills.
www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/74999/events-in-rochdale/kids-stitch-and-play
Live music - Funktion & Co - The Flying Horse Hotel, 10pm
Tonight, we have the amazing Funktion & Co.
www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/75337/events-in-rochdale/live-music-funktion-and-co
An Evening with Voice - St. Luke’s Church, Heywood, 7.30pm
An evening with Voice - Heywood’s Community Choir and other musical guests. Proceeds to be split 50% to Springhill Hospice 50% to St Luke’s Church.
Rochdale Ramblers - Saturday Walks - Walk from Nuttall Park, 1pm
Walk distance = 5 miles. National Grade: Leisurely. This is a lovely scenic walk starting from Nuttall Park and walking through Stubbins to Strongstry.
www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/75390/events-in-rochdale/rochdale-ramblers-saturday-walks
UB40 – Live Full Band Tribute Show – Empire Rochdale, 8pm
Ultimate 40 are a professional tribute band from Birmingham to Birmingham’s very own superstars of reggae UB40.
www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/75440/events-in-rochdale/ub40-%E2%80%93-live-full-band-tribute-show
Darnhill Festival 2024 - In and around Argyle Parade, 12pm – 5pm
Darnhill Festival 2024 takes place Saturday 6 July in and around Argyle Parade. Summer festival organised by Cartwheel Arts on behalf of Darnhill Festival Association.
www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/75479/events-in-rochdale/darnhill-festival-2024
For a full list of Saturday’s events see the Rochdale Online Events Diary:
www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/search?searchvalue=06-07-2024&searchtype=date
- Sunday 7 July
Ellenroad Engine House Open Day - Ellenroad Engine House, Steam Museum, 11am - 4pm.
Join us for our monthly open day! This month we welcome an Exhibition by The Northern Potters Association.
www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/74671/events-in-rochdale/ellenroad-engine-house-open-day
Donate Blood – Heywood Sports Village, 9.50am – 4.25pm
Giving blood and platelets is essential to the NHS and vulnerable patients. Please keep donating.
www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/74957/events-in-rochdale/donate-blood
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/75119/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/75241/events-in-rochdale/springfield-park-model-train-rides
Rochdale Ramblers - Sunday Walks – Alphin Pike, 10am
Walk distance = 9 miles. National Grade : Strenuous. Meet at dead end layby at junction of A635 / B6175 , Friezland ( nr Greenfield). Limited parking so please share if possible.
www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/75391/events-in-rochdale/rochdale-ramblers-sunday-walks
Hollingworth Lake Sensory Garden Open Day - Hollingworth Lake, 1pm – 3pm
Pop along and meet our rangers who will walk you through the new sensory garden located opposite the RSPCA centre, where you will find a range of features to delight all senses.
www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/75434/events-in-rochdale/hollingworth-lake-sensory-garden-open-day
For a full list of Sunday’s events see the Rochdale Online Events Diary:
www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/search?searchvalue=07-07-2024&searchtype=date
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