Our guide to what you can do in and around the Borough this weekend

Pop up Cinema, RSPCA Jumble Sale, Fun Science Easter Holiday Club, Model Railway Exhibition, Beauty and the Beast Easter pantomime, Doggy Dash for Life 2018, Heywood Activities Partnership Fun Day, Littleborough Community Market, Live music and Games Club - lots to do around the Borough for all the family.

• Events happening all weekend

The Pop Up Cinema is Back! – Rochdale Exchange Shopping Centre, Fri 6, Sat 7 & Sun 8 April, 11am showings and 2pm showings

Showing films such as Cars 3, Captain Underpants, Pokemon The Movie, The LEGO Ninjago Movie, Paddington 2 and My Little Pony: The Movie.

https://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/54179/

Model Railway Exhibition – Littleborough Coach House, Sat 7 & Sun 8 April, 10am – 4.30pm

A selection of layouts showcasing the finescale modelling of members and friends. Guest appearance of well known Model Railway magazine photographer Chris Nevard.

https://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/51559/

Mini Karate Taster Session – Gordon Rigg Garden Centre Rochdale, Fri 6 & Sat 7 April, 1pm – 3pm

Ever wondered what it would be like to take part in 'ninja' style activities? Even attempted to break some wood? Well now you can find out. Perfect for all ages and provides a range of skills.

https://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/54189/

• Friday 6 April

Rochdale Leisure Centre Holiday Club – Rochdale Leisure Centre, 8.45am – 5pm

For ages 8 – 12 who can take part in lots of multi sports, arts and crafts and swimming along with individual activities at the centre.

https://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/54180/

Fun Science Easter Holiday Club: Chemical Chaos! – St Johns Scout Hut, 10am – 3pm

Discover the crazy world of chemical reactions from making slime to exploring polymers and much more. Be prepared for fizzing, bubbling fun!

https://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/54063/

Lego Club – Middleton Library, 4pm – 5pm

You can build your own Lego creations in these themed Lego club sessions aimed at 5-12 year olds.

https://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/53319/

Easter Pantomime: Beauty and the Beast -  Middleton Arena, 2pm – 4pm & 6pm – 8pm

Starring comedy legend Bobby Davro and CBBC’s Tracy Beaker Dani Hamer, don’t miss another fun-filled Easter pantomime with impressive music, energetic dance routines and plenty of jokes!

https://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/53577/

Rochdale Gramophone Society – St George’s Church Hall, 2.30pm – 4.30pm

This week we will be watching Pirates of Penzance. We are a friendly organisation and aim to make newcomers welcome. The room is comfortable and the sound quality is good because of our excellent equipment.

https://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/50868/

Games Club – Heywood Library, 1.30pm – 3.30pm

No one to share your love of board games with? Come along to our friendly group on and play a variety of games including Scrabble, Cluedo and Trivial Pursuit.

https://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/53769/

Fire Service Museum Weekly Open Day – Greater Manchester Fire Service Museum, 10am – 4pm

Fire museum attractions will be on show including our collection of historic firefighting artefacts from the 18th century to present day, plus home-made refreshments and souvenirs.

https://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/49788/

Live Band: Boomin! – The Flying Horse Hotel, Band on at 9.30pm

Doesn't really need much of a description... it's Boomin, they're great!

https://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/54226/

Live Music: Mean Business – Empire Rochdale, 6pm – 4am

12 Piece Classic Motown Soul Anthems Band. We cover many soul, motown and disco classics. Get your dancing shoes on for a soulsational night!

https://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/54112/

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

https://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/search?searchvalue=06-04-2018&searchtype=date

• Saturday 7 April

Jumble Sale – RSPCA Rochdale Animal Centre, 10am – 3pm

All clothing £1 & under plus more bargains! All lower than our charity shop prices & offers on bulk purchases. All proceeds will help to keep our Animal Centre open.

https://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/54096/

Heywood Activities Partnership Fun Day – Hopwood Park, 2pm

An afternoon of fun, activities and sports for all the family.There will be inflatables and children's rides, archery (HESU), drama (Tracing Steps) crafts and organised sports taster sessions also available.

https://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/54097/

Free Balloon Modelling and Face Painting – Gordon Rigg Garden Centre Rochdale, 1pm – 3pm

The Manchester Balloon Modeller will be here and Funki Tiger Faces meaning free face painting and glitter for everyone!

https://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/53975/

A Peek into the Pioneers – Rochdale Pioneers Museum, 11am – 3pm

Learn how the Rochdale Pioneers opened their co-op shop on Toad Lane and why the principles of co-operation are so important worldwide today.

https://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/53210/

Rochdale-in-Stitches – Spotland Library, 10am – 12pm

A new cross-stitch group at Spotland Library for people who enjoy cross-stitch, embroidery, needlepoint, or who would like to start.

https://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/53747/

Soul and Motown Night – Heywood Civic Centre, 8pm – 1am

Excellent dance floor, superb sound system, 350 capacity, 60’s, 70’s and 80’s sounds of Motown, Stax and Atlantic plus a bit of Mod beat for good measure.

https://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/52675/

Excellent Vocal Entertainer P J Loui – Norden Bowling and Social Club, 8pm – 11pm

Saturday night is showtime! Come along and enjoy some live entertainment.

https://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/53710/

Live Music: Tribute show to Green Day and Blink 182 – Empire Rochdale, 6pm – 4am

Two of the UK's top tribute bands to Green Day and Blink 182 are uniting for a tour of EPIC proportions. 'Basket Case' will meet 'Dammit' and 'All The Small Things' will meet 'When I come Around'.

https://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/53074/

The Manchester Derby at the Flyer – The Flying Horse Hotel, 5.30pm – 8pm

This is going to be a huge game! Get down early for a spot or even book a table to guarantee a good seat.

https://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/54227/

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

https://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/search?searchvalue=07-04-2018&searchtype=date

• Sunday 8 April

Doggy Dash for Life 2018 – Hollingworth Lake Visitors Centre, 11am – 2pm

The sponsored dog walk is a fun family event around Hollingworth Lake, where you can walk, jog or run for Cancer Research UK. Entry fee includes neckerchiefs, goodie bags & rosettes.

https://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/52156/

Littleborough Community Market – Littleborough Town Square & Coach House, 10am

The market consists of food and craft stalls in the Square.

https://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/53215/

Free Balloon Modelling and Face Painting – Gordon Rigg Garden Centre Rochdale, 1pm – 3pm

The Manchester Balloon Modeller will be here and Funki Tiger Faces meaning free face painting and glitter for everyone!

https://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/53975/

MADS and Alan Ayckbourn – Butterworth Hall Community Centre, 2.30pm & 7.30pm

MADS Theatre Company proudly presents an evening of one act plays, a quiz and raffle. The two plays will be 'Mother Figure' and 'Between Mouthfuls’.

https://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/53512/

An Evening at the Movies with Friends of Middleton Band – St Stephen’s Church, 4pm – 6.30pm

With Middleton Band, Middleton Youth Band and Middleton Training Band. A selection of afternoon tea style refreshments will be available for a small donation.

https://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/54090/

Tommy Fleming in Concert – Middleton Arena, 7.30pm – 9.30pm

A Tommy Fleming concert is a musical experience not to be missed. He has a universal appeal to all ages and backgrounds with a fan base that is growing stronger worldwide year by year.

https://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/50064/

Live Band: Urban Gorilla – Empire Rochdale, 6pm – 2am

Urban Gorilla are a 4 piece classic rock and rocky blues band from Cheshire. They feature a father and son lead guitar setup who aim to mix some well known songs that people can sing/dance along with.

https://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/54228/

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

https://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/search?searchvalue=08-04-2018&searchtype=date

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http://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/submit