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

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

 

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• 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.

www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/75439/events-in-rochdale/80%E2%80%99s-rewind-%E2%80%93-live-80%E2%80%99s-party-band

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
 

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• 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.

www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/75346/events-in-rochdale/an-evening-with-voice-heywood%E2%80%99s-community-choir-and-other-musical-guests

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
 

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• 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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