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

Bank Holiday Inflatable Fun, Mega Value Fun Park, Middleton May Day Celebrations, Greater Manchester Walking Festival, Spring Classic and Vintage Vehicle Show, Meet Birds of Prey, Multicultural Parade, Bridal Show, Fire Service Museum Open Day and Jazz on a Sunday plus more - lots to do in and around the borough this weekend.

• Events happening all weekend

Bank Holiday Inflatable Fun – Springfield Park, Fri 3 – Mon 6 May, 10am to 5pm daily, except Friday 4pm - 7pm

With some fantastic inflatables ranging from the Giant Assault Course, Body Zorbs, Slides, Castles and much more.

www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/60974/

Heywood Mega Value Fun Park – Heywood Sports Village, Fri 3 – Mon 6 May, sessions at various times, see event link below

For the first time in Heywood, running for 6 days only with fun fair rides for all the family.

www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/61005/

Birds of Prey – Gordon Rigg Garden Centre Rochdale, Sat 4 & Sun 5 May, 10am – 4pm & 11am – 4pm

Wise Birds of Prey from WL Rescue will be appearing with a selection of birds.

www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/60815/

Greater Manchester Walking Festival – Wed 1 – Fri 31 May, various times and locations

Aiming to showcase all that the region has to offer on foot, the event’s calendar features many expert-led walks, catering to a variety of ages and abilities. Visit the link below for a full list of walks:

www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/search?searchtype=text&searchvalue=greater+manchester+walking+festival

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• Friday 3 May

Go Green for Springhill Hospice Coffee Morning – Spotland Library, 10am – 12noon

Coffee, cake and company whilst supporting a local cause.

www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/61022/

Live Music: Special Kinda Madness – Empire Rochdale, 6pm – 4am

The UK's best Specials & Madness tribute show. 

www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/60812/

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

www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/search?searchvalue=03-05-2019&searchtype=date

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• Saturday 4 May

Rochdale Borough Multicultural Parade – Broadfield Park, 1pm – 4pm

Stand together for peace, love, and unity as you fly your country flag. Open to all faiths, ages and backgrounds.

www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/60911/

Traditional Crafts: Willow Weaving – Rochdale Pioneers Museum, 1pm – 3.30pm

Learn the traditional art of willow weaving and make a willow decorative piece for your garden.

www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/60981/

Golf Taster Days for Children – Marland Golf Course, 2.30pm – 3.30pm

Sessions are free of charge and all equipment is provided.

www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/60364/

The World Famous Elvis Show starring Chris Connor – Middleton Arena, 7.30pm – 9.30pm

This show respectively and authentically recreates Elvis at his very best.

www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/58051/

Live Music: The Stones – Empire Rochdale, 6pm – 4am

An authentic tribute to The Rolling Stones.

www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/60813/

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

www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/search?searchvalue=04-05-2019&searchtype=date

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• Sunday 5 May

Falinge Park Run – Falinge Park, 10am

Meet at the coffee shop at the top of the drive. You can choose to do a 1 mile, 2 mile or 5k and can participate for free.

www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/60702/

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

This monthly event will include a Fire related memorabilia sale of cap badges and buttons, models and collectables plus lots more.

www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/60414/

Spring Classic and Vintage Vehicle Show – Ellenroad Engine House Steam Museum, 11am – 4pm

Got a lovely vehicle you want to show? Be a car, motorbike, bus, truck, traction engine, anything - bring it down!

www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/58759/

Bridal Show – Broadfield Park Hotel, 11am – 3pm

Featuring local wedding suppliers and businesses to help plan your big day.

www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/60983/

John Purdy Memorial Cowm 5K – From the Cock & Magpie Pub, Whitworth, 11.15am – 12.15pm

Two laps of the scenic Cowm Reservoir with Andems Runners.

www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/58648/

Hollingworth Lake Craft Fair – Hollingworth Lake Visitor Centre, 11.30am – 3.30pm

Running on the first Sunday of every month, the café is also open.

www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/59553/

Rochdale Hornets v Featherstone Rovers – Crown Oil Arena, 3pm kick off

Championship round 13.

www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/59079/

Jazz on a Sunday – Newtown National Club, doors open 7.15pm

Tonight we welcome Spirit of New Orleans.

www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/59275/

Live Music: Duran Duran Tribute Show – Empire Rochdale, 6pm – 4am

One of the world’s most respected Duran Duran tribute bands.

www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/60814/

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

www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/search?searchvalue=05-05-2019&searchtype=date

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• Monday 6 May

Bowlee Car Boot Sale and Collectors Market - Bowlee Community Park, 6am for sellers, 7am for public - 1.30pm

As always there’s no need to book, just turn up.

www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/60118/

Middleton May Day Celebrations 2019 - Church of St Leonard, 12noon - 4pm

Organised by Middleton Round Table, this annual celebration will feature Maypole dancing, childrens entertainer, stalls, refreshments and live bands.

www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/60635/

Family Fun Day - Heywood Cricket Club, 12noon - 4pm

Browse stalls including hook-a-duck, tin can alley, tombola, inflatables, BBQ, ice cream van, and children’s crafts.

www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/61014/

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

www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/search?searchvalue=06-05-2019&searchtype=date

 

Submit an Event

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

www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/events/submit