Featured Events in Wigan in May, 2025 (June Updated)

The first band of the night has something for everyone, spreading their rock and indie set across multiple decades, what's not to love about OVERTONE. For the first solo artist KAT will be performing some well known songs of the years so get ready to sing along if you know them. ATTICAST are taking Skem by storm with there pop-punk, emo, grunge originals, keep an eye out for their upcomig gigs. To promote his EP the song writing phemoninon OLI ROWE has a killer set list planned for you. Did somebody ask for Rock because that's UNDERCLASS are serving in an all original set. Finally the band youve all been waiting for MR NOBODY, if there incredible stage presntents wasnt enough just wait till they start playing. Information Source: Ethan Perry | eventbrite

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Join us for Tray Painting with Afternoon Tea for Two! Come and unleash your creativity at our tray painting event at Hedera Bar & Restaurant. Enjoy a relaxing afternoon of painting while sipping on delicious tea and indulging in scrumptious treats. Date: Sun May 11 2025 Time: 12:00 PM Location: Hedera Bar & Restaurant No experience is necessary, just bring your artistic spirit and we'll provide all the materials you need. Grab your friends and make it a fun day out! Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to create your own masterpiece while enjoying a delightful afternoon tea. Information Source: Just Illustrate | eventbrite

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Join Louise Fazackerley in a creative writing workshop inspired by the underdogs and unsung heroes of the British woodland. This friendly and accessible workshop will include reading some beautiful poetry and beginning to craft our own stories or poems. Louise has toured her poetry with John Cooper Clarke and you may have seen and heard her in The Guardian/ BBC Breakfast/ Radio 4 Women's Hours/ Radio 3. Published poetry collections include The Lolitas and The Uniform Factory (Verve Poetry Press) Bird St. (The Secret Writers Club) and ‘The Pleasure Dome’ (Burning Eye) Made possible with support from Healthy Arts and The National Lottery Heritage Fund, thanks to National Lottery players. This workshop takes place on the first floor of the Stables Courtyard, in the Classroom. There is a lift to the first floor, accessible toilets on the ground floor and accessible parking. The workshop is aimed at adults but is suitable for ages 14+ whether you are a beginner or a more experienced writer. Information Source: Haigh Woodland Park | eventbrite

Folk Evening with Tom Kitching Author and musician Tom Kitching presents his new book and album, 'Where There's Brass', with a special storytelling and music concert show. Documenting six months living in the London waterways community, making the long journey across England from Manchester on a traditional narrowboat built in 1937, 'Where There's Brass' tells the story of the contemporary London waterways; a floating slum at worst, a bohemian, alternative, vibrant community at best. Ticket price includes alcoholic or soft drink before and during the event. Please note: ticket cost includes booking fee. If you find you can no longer attend and require a refund, Eventbrite fees will automatically be deducted. Additional Information: On-Site Facilities: Accessible toilets. Baby changing facilities. Ramp access. Accessible lift. Parking and Transport Rodney Street pay and display carpark is just a minute away. Wigan Wallgate and Wigan North Western train stations are just a five-minute walk. Wigan Bus Station is a seven-minute walk from the Museum. Information Source: Wigan Museum | eventbrite

Walking and Coaching Event Description: Join us and experience co-coaching while enjoying a leisurely walk in beautiful surroundings (North West, UK). Coaching in this way offers the opportunity to be in and work with nature, to stimulate thought and creativity. Walking alongside your client embodies the spirit of our work, offering the space to open up and the energy to actively listen. Creating a unique coaching relationship. In the session you will: • Experience the potential of coaching whilst walking. • Appreciate the planning required in various environments. • Recognise and manage risks. • Bring the environment into the session. • Reflection and plan next steps. The total revenue will be donated to Mind. Prior to the Event Mandatory Online Briefing: 1pm - 1.45pm on 24th April 2025 Covering: Location of walk and meeting pointWhat to expectYour development objectivesPreparation for the walking whilst coaching sessionPlanning and PracticalitiesQuestions and AnswersWalking whilst Coaching: 9.30am-12.30pm on 8th May 2025 Covering: Objectives and check-inAppreciating the location, safety and facilitiesSession 1 experiencing the processReflection, check-in and resetSession 2 building the processReflection, check-in and resetNext stepsPlease note, the location will be shared with you at the briefing. There is ample parking and a railway station is close by. The ground is mainly flat, please bring full closed walking shoes/boots, and dress for the weather conditions. This event is perfect for coaches and mentors looking to improve their wellbeing and gain valuable insights through coaching. Don't hesitate to get in touch if you have any questions. Information Source: British School of Coaching | eventbrite

Discover the wild and cultivated plant around High hall and the fascinating stories, mythology and folklore surrounding them. On our seasonal foraging walks we will get to grips with some of these plants, some of them edible, some poisonous. You will learn how to identify them, learn about their fascinating ecology, how they fit in the landscape and their edible and medicinal uses. Where possible we will get hands on with the plants and even try some in the field; this is a great way to learn more about the plants around the estate. Meeting at the Visitor Centre. Thanks to support from the National Lottery Heritage Fund. Information Source: Haigh Woodland Park | eventbrite

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Embroidery is the art of decorating fabric or other materials using a needle to stitch thread or yarn. Join us for a hands-on session to explore this wonderful craft. You will be guided to create something beautiful and receive an extra kit to take home! Suitable for beginners and advanced stitchers, and all materials are included. Please note: ticket cost includes booking fee. If you find you can no longer attend and require a refund, Eventbrite fees will automatically be deducted. Additional Information: On-Site Facilities: Accessible toilets. Baby changing facilities. Ramp access. Accessible lift. Parking and Transport Rodney Street pay and display carpark is just a minute away. Wigan Wallgate and Wigan North Western train stations are just a five-minute walk. Wigan Bus Station is a seven-minute walk from the Museum. Information Source: Wigan Museum | eventbrite

A programme of short films curated by Natasha Hawthornthwaite of Wigan-based organisation Northern Heart Films. This special selection showcases locally produced shorts exploring the festival’s theme of 'Everyday Creativity’. Featuring stories that not only highlight creative subjects but also reflect imaginative and original approaches to filmmaking itself. Short films line-up will be announced soon! Which will include an introduction by one of the filmmakers. About Natasha Hawthornthwaite Natasha Hawthornthwaite is an award-winning Director/Producer and Co-Founder of Northern Heart Films which won the BBC Small Indie fund in 2024. Natasha was recognised as 'Creative of the Year' at the 2024 Manchester Young Talent Awards, and her recent work includes producing 'Rockall' with Oscar-winning Slick Films, directing 'Finding 'Appiness' (BFI Doc Society) and 'Joy Uncensored.' Her films have screened at BAFTA and BIFA qualifying festivals and she regularly speaks at events like the BFI Film Festival. Natasha also mentors under-represented filmmakers through Creative UK's Screen Launchpad programme and is currently developing original documentaries with Northern Heart Films, supported by the BBC Small Indie Fund. About Northern Heart Films Northern Heart is a powerhouse of a film company based in Wigan, which was supported by the BBC Small Indie Fund 2024. Since 2017, the Northern duo Natasha Hawthornthwaite and Scott Bradley have been building a reputation for telling northern stories with heart. This small but mighty company has earned recognition for celebrating people and places across the North and supporting regional working-class talent. Northern Heart is developing a slate of original productions for broadcasters and streaming platforms while also expanding its talent development programmes to nurture new working-class voices. How to find the venue? Short Films Night will take place in The Holding Cell at The Bailiff Bar, The Old Courts. The address is: The Bailiff Bar, King St W, Wigan, WN1 1NG. The Bailiff Bar is Entrance 1 at The Old Courts. Accessibility There is a ramp which allows wheelchair users to enter the venue. Please let us know in advance if you need access to the ramp as we have to make the venue staff aware. Please email hello@everydaywigan.org.uk to organise this with us! Photography & Videography Everyday and its trusted partners will be taking photographs and video footage during the festival. We assume consent for photographs and video through your attendance at the festival. Photographs and videos may be used on ours and our trusted partners website, social media, on publications produced and in printed media. All images will be held by the organisation and its trusted partners in accordance with GDPR guidelines. If you do not want to be photographed or videoed at the festival, please speak to a member of staff on the day. About the Festival of Everyday Creativity Everyday presents an arts festival for the people of Wigan and Leigh! Whether you’re into music, arts and crafts, storytelling, or just love trying something new, you're invited to join in. From hands-on workshops to live performances and community celebrations, the Festival of Everyday Creativity is all about showcasing local talent and bringing people together through fun, creative experiences. Get ready to be inspired! Come along and celebrate the amazing creativity that’s part of everyday life in our community. Visit our website to find outwhat else is happening during the festival! You can also keep up to date by following us on Instagram or Facebook . Funders & Partners “Festival of Everyday Creativity 2025” is produced by Everyday & Nuria López de la Oliva and commissioned by Down to Earth, with support from Arts Council England using National Lottery funding. Additional funding provided by GMCA and Wigan Council Information Source: Everyday | eventbrite

If you are fascinated by history and how our ancestors built the foundations upon which each and every one of us still lives today, you will find this event amazing. You will hear stories of industrial revolution toiling in factories, social injustice, celebrated genius inventors of a bygone age, peoples struggles and victories over adversity, and the legacy of the beautiful buildings and civil engineering wonders that were left for us to appreciate to this day. Dean Fraser is inspired by his love of our industrial past, and this is reflected in these incredible personal stories that were waiting there to be told. Join him on a journey that is at once moving, inspirational, and often sublimely beautiful. Please note: ticket cost includes booking fee. If you find you can no longer attend and require a refund, Eventbrite fees will automatically be deducted. Additional Information: On-Site Facilities: Accessible toilets. Baby changing facilities. Ramp access. Accessible lift. Parking and Transport Rodney Street pay and display carpark is just a minute away. Wigan Wallgate and Wigan North Western train stations are just a five-minute walk. Wigan Bus Station is a seven-minute walk from the Museum. Information Source: Wigan Museum | eventbrite

Ximes @ The Old Courts - Charity Rock Night We're back again! Join us for another revisting of a Friday night of fun in 'Ximes at in the Old Court @ The Old Courts in Wigan, UK! We're hosting a Charity Rock Night to shake you out of your middle aged slumber and help support MS-UK Get ready to jam out to some killer tunes from 80's - 00's, reconnect with people you haven't seen since you last sat at the top of the 'Ximes stairs and support a great cause! Information Source: J Parry | eventbrite

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Welcome to Girls That Read - Wigan Book Club ! Join us for a cozy evening of book discussions, wine sipping, and coffee savoring at Kawa's Coffee and Wine Bar . Our next gathering is on Fri, May 30, 2025 at 7:00 PM . Let's dive into our latest read and share our thoughts and insights with fellow book lovers. Don't miss out on this fun and engaging event! See you there! Information Source: Girls That Read | eventbrite