Enjoy games, stalls and loads of entertainment at this year’s carnival, themed after ‘something beginning with A’! You won’t want to miss the RAF flypast either.
See the Mucky Mountain Morris Dancers, the Limbo Man, a U3A ukulele performance and plenty more entertainment on family gala day! There’ll be plenty of games, a classic vehicle display, raffles, stalls and refreshments. Free entry.
Burscough comes alive with fabulous scarecrows – join a fun day with plenty of stalls, games, food and loads of local live entertainment. Enter the Great Burscough Bake-Off and the Scruffs Best Dog in Burscough competitions, or get involved in the Little Duck Race at Burscough Bridge for just £2 a duck.
WWI historian and author Sue Robinson presents a talk on Nurses on the Front during the Great War. Entry £2.50 – for more info, visit www.chorleyinthegreatwar.org.uk
A charity event in support of High Five - enjoy a fun afternoon of shopping and a fashion show with up to 70% off high street prices! There’ll also be a vintage afternoon tea with entertainment from Dani Wallace. Tickets £22.50 from www.trybooking.co.uk/JVG
Celebrate the heritage of the Brothers of Charity Services, with loads of games, a sing & sign choir, the BOCS production of Joseph, homemade cakes, a pets corner, live music and much more! Everyone welcome.
A night of fabulous wine, nibbles, music and a fun quiz in support of Rainbow House. Tickets £25 including 5 glasses of wine to taste and a pate & cheese platter – bookable on 01704 823276 or h.scholes@thelegacy-rainbowhouse.com
The classic musical comes to Buckshaw Village, performed by Buckshaw V.A.M.P! Have a great time singing along to ‘Consider Yourself’ and ‘Food Glorious Food’. Tickets £8 per adult or £6 per child, available at www.buckshawvamp.eventbrite.com
A cabaret evening featuring Bernie Flint and John Martin, plus a surprise female vocalist.Tickets £25 with all proceeds to Rainford Parish Church AmDrams – call David on 07801 719691.
Something for everyone, from psychic readings and holistic therapies to hook-a-duck and splash the officer! There are plenty of stalls and refreshments to enjoy, free entry.
An am-dram production of the big-hearted musical, which is based on real events of the Ford sewing machinists’ strike in 1968. Tickets £12, available from www.wiganlittletheatre.co.uk
Dr. Alison Morgan presents a talk based on her collection of poems and ballads of the Peterloo Masacre in 1819. Free entry, places bookable on 01942 828128.
An emergency services fun day, with representatives from various organisations showing you the tools of the trade! There’ll be old fashioned fire engines and ambulances, a fire engine experience, an inflatable obstacle course and live music! Free entry but must be booked on Eventbrite. Park & ride available from Runshaw Adult College car park.
Part of the Ride 4 Violet-Grace fundraiser, enjoy bouncy castles, raffles, a DJ and loads of stalls. The motorbike ride takes place at 12pm and the bike ride at 12:15pm. Please wear purple or something superhero themed in memory of Violet-Grace.
Ormskirk Theatre Company present their latest comedy about four aspiring writers who decide to write a place about the heroic English Queen Boadicea and get more than they can handle! Tickets £10 on www.ormskirktheatrecompany.co.uk
Join the Friends of St. Helens Cemetery and the Rangers for a guided walk through the cemetery using bat detectors! Learn about habitat changes, site management and bat life cycles – bring your torches! Booking available on friendsofsthelenscemetery@gmail.com
Lancashire’s biggest amateur gardening competition brings floral experts together, along with an abundance of family entertainment, live music and stunning show gardens. Tickets £10 per adult or £1.50 per child.
Bring the kids to meet their favourite princesses for an enchanting evening of singing, dancing and audience interaction. Tickets £7 on 01695 576607 or 07709 766108.
Come and earn a SCART badge in this hands-on gardening session! Plant seeds, learn about bees and get your hands dirty! Suitable for children aged 4-12 and their families; free, but booking required at the library.
Keep the ukulele alive with performances from The Secret Ukulele Band, Ukulele Tuesday and Manitoba Hal, plus workshops to get involved in. There’ll be plenty of music throughout the weekend, plus stalls and refreshments.
Local author Priya Thomas discusses her delightful Spanish language books and puppets, as well as introducing you to some Spanish culture! Suitable for children aged 5-12, free entry.
Enjoy a weekend of glorious live music across 2 stages from local bands and artists. Enjoy delicious food, great stalls and creative workshops if you feel like getting crafty! Proceeds to charity.