Our guide to what's on in Rochdale Borough this weekend
Date published: 05 December 2024
The Riverside Christmas Markets
Lots to do in and around the borough this weekend: Christmas Markets, Santas Grotto, Winter Wonderland Christmas Party, Christmas Spectacular (Rochdale Phoenix Opera Society), Victoria Ash Art - Christmas Tealight Holder Painting, Tennessee Honeys The Return, Live music across various venues, Pantomimes and so much more…
Riverside Christmas Market - Riverside Retail & Leisure Complex
Saturday - Sunday 10am - 4pm
The countdown is on to Christmas in Santa's favourite town centre and this year the inaugural Rochdale's Christmas Market is taking place at Rochdale Riverside.
https://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/76794/events-in-rochdale/riverside-christmas-market
Visit Fireground Museum – Fireground, Maclure road, Friday - Saturday 10am – 4pm
Fire Museum attractions are on show including historic and recent day artifacts.
https://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/75290/events-in-rochdale/visit-fireground-museum
Meet The Grinch - Rochdale Riverside, Saturday – Sunday, 11am - 2pm
Come and spread your festive cheer at Rochdale Riverside and warm The Grinch’s heart! Say hello to the grumpy Grinch and have your photo taken – dressing up is welcome!
https://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/76887/events-in-rochdale/meet-the-grinch
Santa’s Grotto - Rochdale Riverside, Saturday - Sunday
Santa will be waiting to greet you and your family in his cosy front room as you step into a small piece of the ‘Santa’s Village’ at Rochdale Riverside this December.
https://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/76891/events-in-rochdale/santa%E2%80%99s-grotto
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.
Friday 6 December
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.
https://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/76150/events-in-rochdale/first-friday-business-networking
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.
https://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/76163/events-in-rochdale/winter-wonderland-christmas-party
Treehouse Live Acoustic Sessions - Treehouse Bar Rochdale, 7pm
Artist - Lorna Winstanley.
https://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/76220/events-in-rochdale/treehouse-live-acoustic-sessions
Friendship Group - Rochdale Central Library, 12pm - 2pm
Are you new to Rochdale? Aged 18+ and want to make new friends or learn new skills?
https://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/76602/events-in-rochdale/friendship-group
The Oasis Experience – tribute band - Empire Rochdale, 8.30pm
Join in for a legendary tribute to Oasis at The Empire.
For a full list of Fridays events see the Rochdale Online Events Diary:
Saturday 7 December
Victoria Ash Art - Christmas Tealight Holder Painting - Yarn Barn, 10am - 12pm
Learn how to paint a Christmas Tealight Holder. All materials provided. Suitable for beginners.
Christmas Open Day – Fireground, Maclure Road, 10am - 4pm
The Museum will be holding a Christmas open day on Saturday 7 December. There will be fair rides, stalls, fire engines and a cafe.
https://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/76348/events-in-rochdale/christmas-open-day
Christmas Market - Our Lady & St Joseph's RC Church, 12pm - 4pm
Church annual Christmas market with a variety of stalls inside and outside. Candles. Floristry stall.
https://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/76981/events-in-rochdale/christmas-market
Christmas Spectacular (Rochdale Phoenix Opera Society) - St Aidan's Church, 2pm
Join the Award-Winning Rochdale Phoenix Opera Society for their Annual "Christmas Spectacular" Concert.
Norden Soul Motown & 60's Christmas Dance Party - St Pauls Hall, 7pm
A Christmas night full of Motown classics and 60's floor fillers for all generations. Carrying on the vibe of our SHOUT!
Tennessee Honeys The Return - St Edmunds Church, 7pm - 11pm
The Friends are delighted to welcome back the Tennesse Honeys to St Edmunds for another night of music & dancing country and crossover tunes by an 8 piece band.
https://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/76912/events-in-rochdale/tennessee-honeys-the-return
For a full list of Saturday’s events see the Rochdale Online Events Diary.
Sunday 8 December
Modern Pop Swing Band - live music - Vicolo Del Vino, 7pm
Tonight's live artist is - Modern Pop Swing Band.
https://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/76311/events-in-rochdale/modern-pop-swing-band-live-music
Christmas Wreath Workshop - St Thomas Church, 2pm
Come along and make your own beautiful fresh Christmas door wreath. All materials provided - just bring gardening gloves if you have them.
https://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/76936/events-in-rochdale/christmas-wreath-workshop
Dick Whittington - The Curtain Theatre, 2pm and 6pm.
Set out for an adventure with Dick Whittington as he travels to seek his fortune on the glittering streets of London.
https://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/75975/events-in-rochdale/dick-whittington
For a full list of Sunday’s events see the Rochdale Online Events Diary.
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