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

Date published: 01 February 2018


A wide variety of theatre shows, gallery exhibitions, toddler and baby sessions, beekeepers meeting, super Saturdays for children, special lantern building workshops, free infant massage sessions and live music - lots to do around Oldham. 

  • Events happening all weekend

Rattle of a Simple Man – Fri 2 & Sat 3 Feb, Lyceum Theatre, 7.30pm
This touching and poignant comedy was the first play written in 1964 by actor and playwright Charles Dyer.
http://www.oldhamtimes.co.uk/events/50758/ 

Free infant massage sessions – Fri 2, Sat 3 & Sun 4 Feb, Ashram in the Attic
Fantastic environment to relax & socialise following the sessions with a lovely brew and a piece of cake in the cafe!!
http://www.oldhamtimes.co.uk/events/52998/

Murder Weapon – Fri 2 & Sat 3 Feb, Oldham Coliseum Theatre
Murder Weapon is an ingeniously plotted, incredibly tense thriller from Brian Clemens, creator of The Avengers and author of Inside Job, Without Trace and Strictly Murder.
http://www.oldhamtimes.co.uk/events/50700/

The Farndale Murder Mystery – Fri 2 & Sat 3 Feb, Millgate Arts Centre, 7.30pm
Every drama group has experienced the horrors of what can go wrong on opening night, and the ladies of the F.A.H.E.T.G. Dramatic Society are no different, with the possible exception that almost everything that could happen does!
http://www.oldhamtimes.co.uk/events/50683/

  • Friday 2 February

Display in the Foyer: From the Negative to the Positive – Gallery Oldham, 10am – 5pm
Gallery Oldham has been working with “The Ragamuffins”, a group of local people with dementia. From workshops led by artists they have created an exhibition of photography, cartoons, and poems that express their thoughts, hopes and experiences.
http://www.oldhamtimes.co.uk/events/50235/ 

Cocktail Masterclass – Milan Bar, 7pm
Enjoy the master class demonstration, making 3 cocktails and then relax and enjoy pizza afterwards.
http://www.oldhamtimes.co.uk/events/52219/

Toddler Time (18 months – 4 years) – Royton Library, 10.30am – 11.30am
Share songs, stories and rhymes, props, pop-ups and musical instruments at these fun-packed toddler sessions designed to get your little one singing, dancing, playing and learning.
http://www.oldhamtimes.co.uk/events/52080/

Oldham and District Beekeepers Association Meeting – Springhead Liberal Club, 7.30pm
This week’s topic is making equipment with Bob and Haydn, plus different types of hive with Ian Barker.
http://www.oldhamtimes.co.uk/events/52823/

Go Explorer’s: Sensory Fun for 2 to 4 year olds – Gallery Oldham, 10.30am – 11.30am
We encourage some of our youngest visitors to explore the world using creative methods from singing, movement, play and getting messy! Everyone is welcome.
http://www.oldhamtimes.co.uk/events/50271/

For a full list of Friday’s events see the Oldham Times Events Diary
http://www.oldhamtimes.co.uk/events/search?searchvalue=02-02-2018&searchtype=date

  • Saturday 3 February

Super Saturdays – Gallery Oldham, 1pm – 3pm
We have artist-led craft activities, painting, drawing and creative fun for all the family.
http://www.oldhamtimes.co.uk/events/50311/
 

Buddy Holly: A Legend Reborn – Oldham Coliseum Theatre, 7.30pm
Relive the Rockin’ 50’s music scene. Through 1957 to ‘59 one man changed the face of music and revolutionised the meaning of Rock ‘N’ Roll. That man was Buddy Holly.

http://www.oldhamtimes.co.uk/events/50744/

Digital Drop In – Hack Oldham, 10am – 3pm
A chance to get help with you basic IT questions, bring in your device for advice and tips, or get advice on what kind of device will suit your needs.
http://www.oldhamtimes.co.uk/events/52426/

Live Music: The Modfathers and the Complete Clash - Uppermill Civic Hall, 7pm
Introducing the UK's favourite and most authentic Paul Weller tribute, featuring The Complete Clash.
http://www.oldhamtimes.co.uk/events/53002/

Illuminate Arts Festival: Special Lantern Building Workshop – Gallery Oldham
In the build-up to the festival, special lantern building workshops are also taking place on 3, 10, 14 and 15 February.
http://www.oldhamtimes.co.uk/events/52871/

Roleplay Gaming – Hack Oldham, 6.30pm – 9pm
Buckle your swashes, unsheathe your D20s and get ready for an evening of roleplaying. We are proud to present the Hack Oldham table top roleplaying group. We have one group ready and raring to go. If you are interested in creating a second group get in contact and we can make it happen.
http://www.oldhamtimes.co.uk/events/52438/

Live Band: Smack the Monkey – Whittles Oldham, 9pm – 12am
Awesome rock covers band to rock your socks off!
http://www.oldhamtimes.co.uk/events/53004/

For a full list of Saturday’s events see the Oldham Times Events Diary
http://www.oldhamtimes.co.uk/events/search?searchvalue=03-02-2018&searchtype=date

  • Sunday 4 February

Introduction to Emotional Freedom Tapping – Ashram in the Attic, 1pm – 4pm Emotional Freedom Technique is a blend of multiple modalities, from NLP to the Chinese meridian system. It is an effective trauma technique, with notable studies transforming PTSD and it is also an extremely effective reality transformation tool for all. http://www.oldhamtimes.co.uk/events/53069/  

The Legendary Jam Session – Whittles Oldham, 6pm – 9pm
Jam session every Sunday.
http://www.oldhamtimes.co.uk/events/53005/

Hack the Space – Hack Oldham, 11am – 4pm
A quarterly meetup for members to deal with the big jobs around the space. Free food for all those that come to help!
http://www.oldhamtimes.co.uk/events/52430/

For a full list of Sunday’s events see the Oldham Times Events Diary http://www.oldhamtimes.co.uk/events/search?searchvalue=04-02-2018&searchtype=date

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