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

Lots to do in and around the borough this weekend: PossAbilities Decade of Light, Gallery Exhibitions, Christmas markets, Christmas with the Curleys, Winter Wonderland Christmas Party, Art by The Lake, Comedy, Ultimate Ladies' Night Extravaganza and much more …
 

• Events happening all weekend

Gallery Exhibitions - Littleborough Coach House, Friday - Saturday 10am – 3pm

Littleborough Art Society. Elizabeth White. Exhibitions are generally mounted in the Heritage Room and Victoria Room gallery.

www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/74821/events-in-rochdale/gallery-exhibitions-littleborough-art-society-elizabeth-white

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

Fire Museum attractions are on show including historic and recent day artifacts.

www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/75289/events-in-rochdale/visit-fireground-museum

Courtyard Christmas Market - Vintage Worx Park and Gardens, Saturday - Sunday 11am - 5pm

Join Vintage Worx for a magical outdoor Christmas Market set in the walled courtyard of a Georgian park.

www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/76061/events-in-rochdale/courtyard-christmas-market

Christmas with the Curleys - Butterworth Hall, Saturday 7.30pm and Sunday 2.30pm

A family play for Christmas. The MAD theatre company proudly presents "Christmas with the Curleys" at Butterworth Hall.

www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/76883/events-in-rochdale/christmas-with-the-curleys

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• Friday 29 November

Freelance Friday - Fire Up Co-Working, 9.30am - 11.30am

Feeling the need to escape the home office and connect with others? Craving a fresh workspace and the chance to collaborate with like-minded professionals.

www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/76730/events-in-rochdale/freelance-friday

Friendship Group – Rochdale Central 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/76601/events-in-rochdale/friendship-group

Winter Wonderland Christmas Party - Norton Grange Hotel and Spa, 6pm - 1am

Oh the weather outside is frightful, But inside, Mecure Manchester Norton Grange, Is so delightful.

www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/76161/events-in-rochdale/winter-wonderland-christmas-party

Ultimate Ladies' Night Extravaganza - Trinity Bar, 7.30pm

Get ready for strippers to get your heart racing!!! Watch the hottest performers take the stage , bringing their A-game with jaw-dropping routines that will leave you blushing and begging for more.

www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/76647/events-in-rochdale/ultimate-ladies-night-extravaganza

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

www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/search?searchvalue=29-11-2024&searchtype=date

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• Saturday 30 November

Marvellous Christmas Markets - Rochdale Exchange Shopping Centre, 9am - 5pm

Join us at Rochdale Exchange Shopping Centre located in Central Square (near Iceland and Poundland store).

www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/76622/events-in-rochdale/marvellous-christmas-markets

The £1 Sale - Household & Gift Items - Rochdale Unitarian Church, 10.00am

Everyone welcome. All items good as new and only £1 (cash only, please). Get your Christmas Bargains here.

www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/76910/events-in-rochdale/the-%C2%A31-sale-household-and-gift-items

PossAbilities Decade of Light - Cherwell Centre, 11am - 7pm

Christmas Lightopia at Cherwell Centre. Step into a magical lightopia wonderland and get into the festive spirit with a day full of Christmas cheer.

www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/76665/events-in-rochdale/possabilities-decade-of-light

Friends of Littleborough Stations Family Christmas Event - Littleborough History Centre, 1pm - 3.30pm

FOLS is holding a Christmas event at Littleborough History Centre. This event is held before the Littleborough Christmas Lights switch-on.

www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/76649/events-in-rochdale/fols-family-christmas-event

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

www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/search?searchvalue=30-11-2024&searchtype=date

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• Sunday 1 December

Family Christmas Toy Service - The Salvation Army Hall, 10.30am

Our Christmas toy service is a chance for anyone to help donate any toys for vulnerable children & families throughout the Christmas period.

www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/76673/events-in-rochdale/family-christmas-toy-service

Middleton Teenage Market - Middleton Town Centre, 11am - 3pm

Experience the lively market with the whole family and browse the stalls filled with home-made goods from our fantastic local young people and enjoy performances from our talented young performers.

www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/76898/events-in-rochdale/middleton-teenage-market

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/75389/events-in-rochdale/ellenroad-engine-house-open-day

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

Free Art Exhibitions. Meet your local artists, watch demonstrations and treat yourself to stunning original artwork by: Elizabeth...

www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/76328/events-in-rochdale/art-by-the-lake

7th A Rochdale Scouts Christmas Fair Fundraiser - 7th A Rochdale Scout Hut, 12pm - 4pm

Christmas fair fundraiser. Santa (£2.50 with selection box, photo extra).

www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/76792/events-in-rochdale/7th-a-rochdale-scouts-christmas-fair-fundraiser

Petrus Winter Fair - Empire Rochdale, 2pm - 6pm

Our friends at the Empire are hosting a Winter Fair to raise money for Petrus.

www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/76852/events-in-rochdale/petrus-winter-fair

Headliner Special with Tony Burgess, Scott Bennett, Josh Elton & Ignacio Lopez - Milnrow Cricket Club, 3pm

The incomparable Tony Burgess will be your compere for the day, bringing his unique blend of humour to keep you entertained between acts.

www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/75023/events-in-rochdale/headliner-special-with-tony-burgess

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

www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/search?searchvalue=01-12-2024&searchtype=date

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