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

Littleborough Rushbearing Festival, Middfest 2018, Space Gem Life-Size Interactive Game, Music Serenade, Falinge Park Food Festival & Fun Day, Rochdale AFC v Hull City, Autism Friendly Cinema, Live Bands and Car Boot Sales - lots to do around the borough this weekend.

• Events happening all weekend

Littleborough Rushbearing Festival – various locations around Littleborough from Thursday 19 – Sunday 22 July

Come and be a part of this live tradition. Trader and charity stalls available as well as parades passing through the village, where musicians and dancers will demonstrate their skills.

https://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/55153/

Space Gem Interactive Game – Rochdale Exchange Shopping Centre, Fri 20, Sat 21 & Sun 22 July

The Space Gem experience lands at the Rochdale Exchange on Friday 20 July, with the launch of a life-size intergalactic, interactive game that offers shoppers the chance to win a host of ‘out of this world’ prizes.

https://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/56128/

• Friday 20 July

Find out more about healthcare in Rochdale - Training and Conference Suite, Number One Riverside, 10.30am – 12.30pm

Members of the public are invited to come along and observe the meeting where discussions and decisions happen in relation to the planning and funding of local health services.

https://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/56060/

Art and Craft Exhibition – Syke Methodist Church, open 2.30pm – 4pm & 6.30pm – 8.30pm

Refreshments available.

https://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/55849/

King of Pop: The Legend Continues – Middleton Arena, 8pm – 10pm

This superb production stars 'Navi' who is officially recognised as the world's No.1 MJ impersonator.

https://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/53578/

Live Music: The Jackson Kay Band – The Flying Horse, 8pm – 1.30am

Playing feel-good, party vibe, get up and dance tunes ranging from funky disco and soul to up to the minute chart pop, and indie.

https://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/56199/

Live Band: Soul Federation – Empire Rochdale, 6pm – 4am

a 10 piece soul band from Liverpool playing great music from the likes of Otis Redding, Ray Charles and The Blues Brothers.

https://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/55808/

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

https://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/search?searchvalue=20-07-2018&searchtype=date

• Saturday 21 July

Music Serenade – Gracie Island (next to Rochdale Town Hall), 10am – 2.30pm

Featuring over 200 musicians with food available from Quirky Kitchen and Benjamin’s Pizza.

https://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/56187/

Mind & Body Co-Ordination Free Workshop – Zanshin Do Ryu Dojo, 10am – 11.30am

Experience the transformational arts of Mind & Body Co-ordination and Aikido with an invite to this free 90 minute workshop.

https://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/55860/

Voicing CSA Rochdale – Richmond Hall, 10.30am – 4pm

Working to help adult survivors of child sexual abuse find their voice. Tea, Coffee and a light lunch are provided free of charge.

https://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/56181/

Autism Friendly Cinema Saturday – Rochdale Pioneers Museum, 11am

Come along to a screening of the fun family film 'The Princess Bride'.

https://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/55050/

An introduction to Meditation – Touchstones Rochdale, 11am – 1pm

Not only does meditation reduce stress but it also gives deep rest and the ability to develop inner peace.

https://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/54280/

Recovery Republic 6th Anniversary Event – Recovery Republic Heywood, 12noon – 4pm & 6pm – 9pm

Fun & games, bouncy castle, face painting, juggling, tombola, arts and crafts, food and refreshments as well as live music from 6pm.

https://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/56120/

Pre-Season Friendly: Rochdale AFC v Hull City – Crown Oil Arena, 3pm kick off

The Main Stand will be open for home supporters. Away supporters are allocated at the Willbutts Lane Stand.

https://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/55568/

Saturday Spectacular Show – Brickcroft Social Club, 7pm

Elvis tribute to the king of rock 'n' roll with bingo, raffle and disco with our compere Johnny Sax.

https://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/55747/

Live Music: Indigo Sunset – The Flying Horse Hotel, 8pm – 1.30am

The band’s sound is fresh, upbeat, current and the show is always dance-floor filling… making them perfect for any occasion.

https://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/56201/

Live Band: The Jam Restart & The Vinyl Countdown – Empire Rochdale, 6pm – 4am

A celebration of British Mod culture and heritage.

https://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/55809/

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

https://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/search?searchvalue=21-07-2018&searchtype=date

• Sunday 22 July

Falinge Park Food Festival & Fun Day – Falinge Park, 11am – 4pm

Come and sample foods from around the world at our International Food Fair featuring traditional dance, dress and music as well as children’s activities and workshops.

https://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/53821/

Middfest 2018 – Limefields Park, 12pm – 5pm

Hosted by Middleton Roundtable, entertainment includes donkey rides, a fairground, fencing classes, local entertainers, charity stalls and a pipe band.

https://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/55587/

Bowlee Car Boot Sale and Collectors Market – Bowlee Community Park, 6.15am – 1.30pm

If it's time for a de-clutter you can easily offload your unwanted possessions in exchange for cash, or explore and bag yourself a bargain.

https://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/52901/

One Day Kayak/Canoe Course – Hollingworth Lake Activity Centre, 9.30am – 4.30pm

For more details or to book a place contact Hollingworth Lake Visitor Centre.

https://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/54479/

Jazz on a Sunday – Newtown National Club, 8pm – 11pm

This week we have the Aire Valley Jazz Band performing.

https://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/51910/

Karaoke with Si & Daz – The Flying Horse Hotel, 8pm – 1.30am

Rochdale's longest running karaoke!

https://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/56202/ 

Sunday Club Karoake – Empire Rochdale, 6pm – 2am

If you're looking for a place to show off your singing skills on a real stage, Sunday's at Empire Rochdale is now the place to do it!

https://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/55012/

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

https://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/search?searchvalue=22-07-2018&searchtype=date

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If your group or organisation would like to publicise an event then you can complete and submit the Event Submission Form 

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