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

Lots to do in and around the borough this weekend: Dante or Die – Inside Odds On, Riverside Artisan Market, Teenage Market, The Chicago Blues Brothers, Murder Mystery for Springhill Hospice, Friendship Group, Various venues offering live music, Baby and Children's Pre- loved sale and much more.

 

• Events happening all weekend

Visit Fireground Museum – Fireground, Maclure Road, Friday and Saturday, 10am - 4pm

Fire museum attractions are on show inside the museum including our collection of historic firefighting artefacts from the 18th century to present day, plus home-made refreshments in the new Fireground Café, and souvenirs from our fantastic new gift shop.

www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/75283/events-in-rochdale/visit-fireground-museum

Dante or Die’s - Inside Odds On - Rochdale Exchange Shopping Centre,

Friday, Saturday and Sunday, various times throughout each day.

Join us to experience this unique, immersive and free pop-up film that warns about the dangers of gambling addiction in Rochdale town centre.

www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/76560/events-in-rochdale/dante-or-die-inside-odds-on

 

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• Friday 11 October

Donate Blood - Crown Oil Arena, 10.30am - 5.10pm

Giving blood and platelets is essential to the NHS and vulnerable patients. Please keep donating.

www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/75700/events-in-rochdale/donate-blood

Friendship Group - Rochdale Library, 12pm - 2pm

Are you new to Rochdale? Aged 18+ and want to make new friends or learn new skills?

www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/76593/events-in-rochdale/friendship-group

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/76021/events-in-rochdale/new-yoga-class

Murder Mystery for Springhill Hospice - The Beach, 7pm

Our Charity Retro-Themed Murder Mystery Night. Dust off those bell-bottoms and psychedelic prints – fancy dress is encouraged.

www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/76168/events-in-rochdale/murder-mystery-for-springhill-hospice

Treehouse Live Acoustic Sessions - Treehouse Bar Rochdale, 7pm

Tonight's artist - Burke n Hoff. 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/76202/events-in-rochdale/treehouse-live-acoustic-sessions

Live Music Night - Vicolo Del Vino, 7pm

Tonight’s live artist is - Dale. 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/76282/events-in-rochdale/vicolo-del-vino-live-music-night

The Chicago Blues Brothers - Middleton Arena, 7.30pm

As seen at the Adelphi Theatre and the Savoy Theatre in London’s West End, The Chicago Blues Brothers have put the band back together to bring you their RESPECT Greatest Hits tour.

www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/75498/events-in-rochdale/the-chicago-blues-brothers

Friday Music Night with Simeon Wood - Rochdale Unitarian Church, 7.30pm

Simeon's performance is an uplifting and entertaining show filled with inspiration and great music.

www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/76377/events-in-rochdale/friday-music-night-with-simeon-wood

Ultimate 40 Reggae Band Live at Empire - Empire Rochdale, 8.30pm

Get ready to vibe with Ultimate 40, one of the UK’s top reggae tribute acts, as they pay homage to the iconic songs of reggae and bring you some fresh tunes ‘inna reggae style’.

www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/76380/events-in-rochdale/ultimate-40-reggae-band-live-at-empire

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

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• Saturday 12 October

Riverside Artisan Market - Riverside Retail & Leisure Complex, 10am - 4pm

Running on the second Saturday of every month, the successful Riverside Artisan Market returns again to Rochdale Riverside this Saturday.

www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/74510/events-in-rochdale/riverside-artisan-market

Gallery Exhibition - Littleborough Coach House, 10am - 3pm

Rochdale Artists - mixed media. Heritage Room and Victoria Room gallery spaces and each lasts for approximately one month, with a week's gap to allow for artist changeover.

www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/74820/events-in-rochdale/gallery-exhibitions-rochdale-artists-mixed-media

Heywood Model Railway Group Open Day - Unit 4 Park Works, 10am - 4pm

Do you have locos and stock but not enough space to run them? Why not come along to one of our open days where you can stretch the legs of your locos by running them on one of our layouts?

www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/74899/events-in-rochdale/heywood-model-railway-group-open-day

Teenage Market Rochdale - Rochdale Town Hall, 11am - 4pm

Rochdale Creates presents The Teenage Market in Rochdale, supported by the Rochdale Development Agency and Rochdale Borough Council.

www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/76561/events-in-rochdale/teenage-market-rochdale

Baby and Children's Pre- loved sale - Christ Church Healey Community Hall, 11am to 2pm

Come along to our Baby and Children's Pre- loved sale. Stalls available at £10 per table.

www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/75987/events-in-rochdale/baby-and-childrens-pre-loved-sale

Pub Quiz Night - Norton Grange Hotel and Spa, 6pm - 1am

Put your knowledge to the ultimate test with a night filled with music and fun!

www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/76154/events-in-rochdale/pub-quiz-night

In The Name of Love: The Diana Ross Story - Middleton Arena, 7:30pm Doors open: 7pm

The world’s premier show in celebration of Diana Ross and the Supremes. Prepare to be taken on a spellbinding journey through one of the greatest musical stories ever told.

www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/75499/events-in-rochdale/in-the-name-of-love-the-diana-ross-story

SHOUT! Motown & 60's Dance Party - Richard Bentley Smalley Memorial Hall, 7pm

We return to the fantastic Smalley Hall for our ever popular SHOUT. Motown and 60s Dance Party this October.

www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/76528/events-in-rochdale/shout-motown-and-60s-dance-party

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

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• Sunday 13 October

Rochdale Ramblers - Sunday Walks - Rossendale Hills, 10am

This is a scenic walk from Whitaker Park around Rossendale. The terrain is quite hilly in this area but the views are worth it!

www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/76065/events-in-rochdale/rochdale-ramblers-sunday-walks

Art by The Lake - RSPCA Animal Centre, 11am - 4pm

Meet your local artists, watch demonstrations and treat yourself to stunning original artwork.

www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/76326/events-in-rochdale/art-by-the-lake

Amazing Animals - Middleton Arena, 12pm and 3.30pm

If you love animals, then you are going to love this show! A show dedicated to and celebrating all creatures great and small.

www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/75500/events-in-rochdale/amazing-animals

Pickleball taster sessions - Syke tennis courts, 12.15pm

Join us for a session of Pickleball at Syke. The increasingly popular racquet sport suitable for all ages and abilities.

www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/76419/events-in-rochdale/pickleball-taster-sessions

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/75255/events-in-rochdale/springfield-park-model-train-rides

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

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