10 things to do in the North West this Bank Holiday weekend
Sunny Afternoon
Step into the swinging 60s and learn about the story of one of Britain’s greatest bands, The Kinks. Sunny Afternoon is at Manchester’s Opera House this weekend for you to enjoy and sing along with the likes of Lola, Waterloo Sunset and You Really Got Me. The show, which was a smash hit in the West End, won the Olivier Award for Best New Musical in 2015, so it is definitely worth a viewing. Find out more here.
Botany Bay Canal Fest
Head down to Botany Bay in Chorley this weekend to celebrate 200 years of the Leeds Liverpool Canal. There will be fun and entertainment for the whole family, including boating experiences down the canal, bumper boat rides and games to play. There will also be live music and dancing, classic car displays, art and craft stalls and a range of food and drink. Find out more here.
Archery Taster Challenge
If you have ever fancied a go at archery, this Sunday is your perfect opportunity. Speke Hall in Liverpool are putting on an archery taster challenge, offering locals the chance to learn a new skill as well as enjoying a family challenge. The event, which is being run by Bridgefield Archers Club, will take place between 12.30-4.30pm. Find out more here.
Northern Soul Reimagined
Head to Darwen’s Library Theatre on Saturday evening for a nostalgic evening of soul. The Northern Soul Reimagined takes classic Northern Soul anthems and presents them in ways that you have never seen them, showing the real beauty behind the lyrics and melodies. Former SoulTrain front man Paul Stuart Davies will be joined by the ‘Voice of Africa’ gospel choir for an incredible evening. Find out more here.
Pleasure beach at The Octagon
The Octagon auditorium in Bolton will be transformed into a seaside pleasure beach, making it the perfect place to play with the kids on the last weekend of August. The event, which is part of Bolton Food and Drink Festival, will play host to a fun fair and a range of other activities including face painting, donkey rides and henna. There will also be theatre performances and live entertainment. Find out more here.
Also happening this weekend…
Croxteth Hall Ghosthunting Event
Head to the beautiful Croxteth Hall in Liverpool on Saturday for an evening of spooky tales and ghost hunting. You will have the chance to participate during the vigils and experience using some of the ghost hunting equipment as well as having the chance to talk to the experts. Find out more here.
Danny the Champion of the World
Join characters from Roald Dahl’s Danny the Champion of the World this weekend at Tatton Park in Cheshire. The event, which is part of Roald Dahl’s Tremendous Adventures, will follow the much loved story for the family to enjoy. Find out more here.
That’ll Be the Day
Southport Theatre and Convention Centre will play host to the UK’s No.1 Rock & Roll variety production on Saturday night. The show will feature classic hits from the 50s through to the 80s and will also feature comedy and impressive costumes. Find out more here.
Destination Space show
Head to the World Museum in Liverpool and find out what it is like to live and work in space. You will meet the museum’s astronaut and learn all about how his spacesuit protects him in space and just what he gets up to. The free event will also provide activities for the kids. Find out more here.
The Chester Antiques, Collectors & Vintage Fair
With over 120 tables of variety, this fair at Northgate Arena in Chester is the perfect place to find your new favourite items to compliment your wardrobe, home and vintage collection. There will also be a wide range of food and drinks available. Find out more here.
