Events in Rochdale - Children

This month's dad's pop in and play has a visit from Mitch. He will be bringing an assortment of drums for the children to play. There will also be the usual activities such as outdoor play, painting etc for male carers and their children aged 0-5 years.

Castleton Sure Start Children’s Centre offering parents steps into work through a training and careers day on Thursday 25th March from 9am – 12noon. 
Parents, carers, grandparents, aunties and uncles are invites along on the morning to find out more on jobs, courses and funding courtesy of Job Centre Plus. Job Centre Plus will be join by other agencies including Employment Links, Hopwood Hall College and the adult careers service – ‘Next Steps’. 


This is a drop in session for any one wanting training or careers advice. The session is aimed at promoting economic wellbeing, specifically to support parents wanting to get back into employment and training and reduce the number of parents receiving workless benefits. Castleton Sure Start Children’s Centre offer a full timetable of events for families with children aged 0 – 5 throughout the week.

Join the craze that’s catching on all over the world! Drum Circles!! It’s fun, exhilarating, and no prior experience is necessary. With our drum circle facilitators, you’ll be keeping a steady beat in no time. The drum circle is for all ages, so bring the family. All you need is your hands – we’ll supply everything else. Free but donations asked for.

F.A.C.T Sundays - Family Activity Creative Tours - the opportunity for families to come and join the Front of House team on the last Sunday of every month for an afternoon of crafty fun for all ages with a tour of the exhibitions included.

Mark Andrews Productions proudly presents the fabulous family show.
The greatest party in town - starring Britain's funniest puppet character Theodore T Mouse. Also starring Wink Taylor and Wendy Abrahams.

Suitable for ages 2 - 102!

Stuck for something to do this school holiday? Why not take the kids to this brand new exciting show - starring the funny and loveable Theo the Mouse. Featuring songs, sketches and plenty of audience participation, this is the show not to be missed.

Fun and laughter are guaranteed as Theo and his best friend Wendy invite you to the greatest party in town. So come inside the Musical Madhouse and join in with all the fun - make no Mousetake!!!

Tickets: £7.50 adult’s £6.50 child/concession and £26 for a family ticket.

First Monday of each month for children and dads, granddads or other male carers some time together in a friendly, fun environment. There are always lots of toys and different activities on offer.

Tea will be provided. Dads and male carers with children aged 0 – 5 years are welcome to drop in.

The Burple Brothers are the UK's most exciting new comedy act for kids and this dynamic show is packed full of fabulous new songs, outrageous versions of old favourites, and super sing-a-long songs audiences love joining in with Lewis and Simon Burple who set out to delight audiences with their songs about marmite, smelly feet and the things that can happen when the Queen comes to tea.

For everyone aged 4 to 104, Are you ready to be Burpled?

Box Office Hours: Monday - Friday 10.00am - 6.00pm

Drop in during normal opening hours – no booking required. Complete the quiz and get your chance to be entered into the free prize draw.

Join the craze that’s catching on all over the world! Drum Circles!! It’s fun, exhilarating, and no prior experience is necessary. With our drum circle facilitators, you’ll be keeping a steady beat in no time. The drum circle is for all ages, so bring the family. All you need is your hands – we’ll supply everything else. Free but donations asked for.