Our guide to what's on in Rochdale borough this weekend
Date published: 03 October 2024
Ellenroad Engine House is holding an open day on Sunday 6 October
Lots to do in and around the borough this weekend: Boobs and Banter Comedy Night for Prevent Breast Cancer, Yoga, Live music across various venues, Last days of Disco, Charity Boxing, An October Song Fest, Learn 2 Row at Hollingworth Lake Rowing Club and much more…
- Friday 4 October
First Friday Business Networking - Fire Up Co-Working, 12.30pm
Fire Up is pleased to welcome small businesses to a free monthly networking event hosted by Carter, Collins and Myer.
www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/71243/events-in-rochdale/first-friday-business-networking
The Last Days of Disco - Middleton Arena, 7.30pm
The greatest disco show on earth, a complete history of the genre from the 70s into The Last Days of Disco – the 1980s.
www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/75494/events-in-rochdale/the-last-days-of-disco
Boobs and Banter Comedy Night for Prevent Breast Cancer - The Old Court Room above The Flying Horse, 8.30pm
This special event is intended to increase awareness and raise funds for Prevent Breast Cancer.
New Yoga Class - Hare Hill House, 1.30pm - 3pm
A classical weekly yoga class suitable for all levels of experience and ability, incorporating Asana (posture work), Pranayama (breath work), meditation and relaxation.
www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/76020/events-in-rochdale/new-yoga-class
Treehouse Live Acoustic Sessions - Treehouse Bar Rochdale, 7pm
Tonight’s artist is Tasha Cominskey. Everyone is welcome to enjoy live music and have a dance in our Rum and Cocktail Lounge, now with live music every Friday and Saturday evenings.
www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/76200/events-in-rochdale/treehouse-live-acoustic-sessions
Live Music Night - Vicolo Del Vino, 7pm
Tonight’s live artist is Modern Pop Swing Band. Vicolo del Vino was once an abandoned cellar. The ‘Wine Alley’ has since been transformed into a candlelit wine cellar with a true Mediterranean ambience.
www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/76278/events-in-rochdale/vicolo-del-vino-live-music-night
ShakerMaker - The Empire Rochdale, 8.30pm
Come join us for a night of unforgettable music at Empire Rochdale. Shakermaker plays indie and rock n roll music and will be rocking the stage with their energetic performance that will have you dancing all night long.
For a full list of Fridays events see the Rochdale Online Events Diary.
- Saturday 5 October
Pumpkin Tealight Holder Painting - Yarn Barn, 10am - 12pm
Learn how to paint a pumpkin tealight holder. All materials provided. Suitable for beginners.
Charity Boxing - Middleton Arena, 4pm Doors open: 3pm
Charity boxing match to raise money for Andy’s Man Club. There are approximately 10 fights, with big fighters and comebacks, including Heywood’s very own Martyn Grainger and Jut Farrell.
www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/75495/events-in-rochdale/charity-boxing
Rochdale Ramblers - Saturday Walks - Tour de Greenfield, 8am
A moderate walk in the scenic Greenfield area Circular Walk, Estimated finish time 3:30pm.
www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/76064/events-in-rochdale/rochdale-ramblers-saturday-walks
An October Song Fest - St Aidan's Church, 7.30pm
Join the award-winning Rochdale Phoenix Opera Society for 'An October Song Fest'. The evening will feature a selection of choral and soloist pieces guaranteed to delight our audience.
www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/76077/events-in-rochdale/an-october-song-fest
Chronic Pain & Fatigue Syndromes Support Group - Balderstone Library, 10.30am - 12pm
Do you suffer with - Fibromyalgia, Chronic Pain, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS) also known as ME - Myalgic Encephalomyelitis, Lupus, Long Covid, Sjogren's Syndrome, or an other illness involving pain and fatigue.
Treehouse Live Acoustic Sessions - Treehouse Bar Rochdale, 7pm
Tonight’s artist - Miami Jack. Everyone is welcome to enjoy live music and have a dance in our Rum and Cocktail Lounge, now with live music every Friday and Saturday evenings.
www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/76201/events-in-rochdale/treehouse-live-acoustic-sessions
Learn 2 Row - Hollingworth Lake Rowing Club, 11am
The next Learn 2 Row session for the 18 to 30 age group at Hollingworth lake Rowing Club will be on the 5th October 2024.
“A Night at the Musicals” presented by Littleborough Brass Band Association - St. Andrew’s Church, 7pm
Join Boro’ Brass and Littleborough Brass Band for a spectacular "Night at the Musicals" concert, presented by the Littleborough Brass Bands Association.
Live Music Night - Vicolo Del Vino, 7pm
Tonights live artist is Between The Vines Vicolo del Vino was once an abandoned cellar. The ‘Wine Alley’ has since been transformed into a candlelit wine cellar with a true Mediterranean ambience.
www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/76279/events-in-rochdale/vicolo-del-vino-live-music-night
Lancashire & Cheshire Woodcarvers Exhibition - Ukrainian Cultural Centre, 11am - 3pm
Members of the Lancashire and Cheshire Woodcarvers are having a showcase event with a large exhibition of club members' carvings.
Get Your Groove On with GROOVEMENTAL - Empire Rochdale, 8.30pm
Prepare for a night of disco fever as GROOVEMENTAL—the ultimate 8-piece, flare-wearing, sequin-toting, booty-shaking, 70s disco tribute act—hits the stage at Empire!
www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/76379/events-in-rochdale/get-your-groove-on-with-groovemental
Bi-Lingual Storytime - Rochdale Library, 10.30am to 12pm
Come and listen to stories read in English and other languages such as Urdu, Arabic, French and Slovakian.
www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/76448/events-in-rochdale/bilingual-storytime
For a full list of Saturday’s events see the Rochdale Online Events Diary.
- Sunday 6 October
Bells Dedication Service - Rochdale Parish Church, St Chad's, 11.15am
At Rochdale Parish church we have recently replaced our 8 Bells with 10 and they are now in place.
www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/74436/events-in-rochdale/bells-dedication-service
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.
www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/75252/events-in-rochdale/springfield-park-model-train-rides
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/75387/events-in-rochdale/ellenroad-engine-house-open-day
Line Dancing - Treehouse Bar Rochdale, 1pm - 5pm
Join us for Line Dancing. If you've got a little two-step in you, come on by at 1pm for some fun on the dance floor.
www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/76219/events-in-rochdale/line-dancing
Live Music Night - Vicolo Del Vino, 7pm
Tonights live artist is The Road Runners. Vicolo del Vino was once an abandoned cellar. The ‘Wine Alley’ has since been transformed into a candlelit wine cellar with a true Mediterranean ambience.
hwww.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/76280/events-in-rochdale/vicolo-del-vino-live-music-night
For a full list of Sunday’s events see the Rochdale Online Events Diary.
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