Things to do in Oldham

"I Know What I Like" - An Evening of Fine Wines and Tasting

Join us on October 30th for our first ever Millgate Arts Centre Wine TastingYour host will be Simon Woods, Director of Manchester Wine School, former columnist…

Millgate Arts Centre, Oldham

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Bugonia

Two conspiracy-obsessed young men kidnap the high-powered CEO of a major company, convinced that she is an alien intent on destroying planet Earth.

Millgate Arts Centre, Oldham

The Pied Piper of Hamelin

Millgate Arts Centre presents a spectacular local twist on the classic tale! The Pied Piper of HamelinWhen the dastardly Pied Piper arrives in Saddleworth with…

Millgate Arts Centre, Oldham

Stax of Soul

44 years on the rhythm remains, the soul endures; the music lives on, and so do they!

Playhouse 2, Oldham

Cinderella

Oldham's annual family pantomime moves to Oldham's brand new venue, The Loom.

The Loom, Oldham

Sleeping Beauty - a Forrest - Rose Production

Fri 18th to Wed 31st December 2026SLEEPING BEAUTY - A Forrest - Rose ProductionFrom the producers of Dick Whittington, Jack and the Beanstalk and Cinderella com…

Playhouse 2, Oldham

Fun Quiz Night

Our annual fun quiz night will test your knowledge and may win you a prize!Light supper included.

The Lyceum Theatre, Oldham

National Theatre Live: Golden Boy

1930s New York, at the height of the Depression. Joe Bonaparte is a gifted young violinist with a future in music, until a chance at fame and fortune lures him…

Millgate Arts Centre, Oldham

Bobby Shmurda Live Legendary Keyzz Bday Bush

It’s going down in person - a night packed with vibes, beats, and mad energy. Join us as we celebrate Keyz's birthday with the one and only Bobby Shmurda live o…

Liquid, Oldham

Blooming Artists @Gallery Oldham

Our sessions Are aimed at children aged 1-7 years and are inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach which means the children are at the centre of everything we do.…

Gallery Oldham, Oldham

The Christmas Jigsaw

The Christmas Jigsaw Written by John FK Hoyle Produced by The Night Jars Directed by Catherine Sharp Featuring John Hoyle and Rachael MayorIt's the night before…

Playhouse 2, Oldham

The FA Cup First Round: Oldham Athletic vs Sheffield Wednesday

Oldham Athletic take on Sheffield Wednesday in this The FA Cup First Round fixture.

Boundary Park, Oldham

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Wind in the Willows

Wind in the Willows by Kenneth Grahame adapted for the stage by Mike KennyThis delightful stage adaptation combines all the joy and mystery of Kenneth Grahame's…

Millgate Arts Centre, Oldham

A Evening With Cabaret Bingo

Cabaret Bingo - A Night of Laughs, Games & Cheeky Entertainment!Get ready for an unforgettable evening with Cabaret Bingo - where classic bingo meets bold cabar…

Royton Brass Band And Musical Club, Oldham

Peterloo in Rock

Immerse yourselves for almost 2 hours of progressive folk rock telling the story of the Peterloo Massacre and transporting you through the nineteenth century re…

The Railway, Oldham

DJ Ahmet

15-year-old Ahmet, from a remote Yuruk village in North Macedonia, finds refuge in music while navigating his father’s expectations, a conservative community, a…

Millgate Arts Centre, Oldham

Hangmen by Martin Mcdonagh

In an Oldham pub on the day hanging is abolished, pub landlord, Harry, is being interviewed by the local paper about his thoughts on the subject.Harry is also E…

The Lyceum Theatre, Oldham

Jim Muirhead Jazz Quartet

By popular request Jim and his quartet are returning to play for the Saddleworth Concerts Society following their very successful debut with SCS in October two…

Millgate Arts Centre, Oldham

2:22 a Ghost Story by Danny Robins

Sat 28th November to Sat 5th December 2026 at 7.30pmCrompton Stage Society present2:22 A Ghost Story'2:22' by Danny Robbins is a tense play about Jenny, who bel…

Playhouse 2, Oldham

Christmas Wreath Making

Wreath Making WorkshopCreate your own beautiful Christmas wreath using natural foliage in the stunning surrounds of George Street Chapel.

George Street Chapel, Oldham

Laura & the Sax Christmas Brunch

Join us at Smokies Park Hotel for the ultimate festive afternoon! We'll be bringing you a fabulous mix of your favourite Christmas songs and huge party and Club…

Smokies Park Hotel, Oldham

Joy to the World

Kickstart the Christmas Season with a wonderful concert. Saddleworth Singers and their special guests Delph Youth Band will bring you a feast of Christmas music…

Holy Trinity Church, Oldham

Cinderella - Preview Performance

The first public performance of Oldham's annual family pantomime; now at Oldham's brand new venue, The Loom.

The Loom, Oldham

Christmas Carol Concert

Festive Carol Concert plus Christmas MealCelebrate the season in beautiful surroundings at our annual Christmas Carol Concert, complete with a complimentary gla…

George Street Chapel, Oldham

Christmas Tea Dance

Christmas Tea DanceSpend an afternoon dancing to Ballroom, Latin & popular sequence music.You will be served delightful sandwiches and cakes with a complimentar…

Jagers Dance & Events, Oldham

Children's Christmas Party

Children's Christmas Party!Get ready for a magical evening full of festive fun!Date: Tuesday 15th December Time: 6:30 - 8:30pm Venue: Jagers Dance & EventsChild…

Jagers Dance & Events, Oldham

Miracle on 34th Street

When an old man is persuaded to play a department store Santa Claus he becomes a sensation, but is that because he may be the real deal?

George Street Chapel, Oldham

Jagers Christmas Party 2026

Christmas Party!Let's celebrate a fabulous year together in true Jagers style, with dancing, food, and a live singer to keep the party going all night long!Date…

Jagers Dance & Events, Oldham

Cinderella - Naughty Adult Only Night

One-Off Naughty adult only performance of Oldham's annual panto; now at Oldham's new venue, The Loom

The Loom, Oldham

Midwinter Break

Retired couple Stella and Gerry, travel to Amsterdam for an impromptu holiday. Freed from their staid lives back home, they realise that their decades-long rela…

Millgate Arts Centre, Oldham

Comedy

Jason Manford, Kiri Pritchard-McLean, Faizan Shah, and MC Mick FerryActs subject to change. Proper sweary, swearing. Fully seated.

The Loom, Oldham

Edge of Darkness by Brian Clemens

After her disappearance several years ago, Emma Cranwell finds that her memory is damaged; there is so much she doesn't recognise or understand. Why does she ap…

The Lyceum Theatre, Oldham

Accidental Death of An Anarchist

Accidental Death of an Anarchist by Dario Fo , adapted by Deborah McAndrewA sharp and hilarious satire on police corruptionHow many earthquakes have happened in…

Millgate Arts Centre, Oldham

Solasta Saxophone Quartet

A dynamic chamber ensemble formed in September 2022 at the Royal Northern College of Music (RNCM).

Millgate Arts Centre, Oldham

National Theatre Live: The Motive and the Cue

Sam Mendes (The Lehman Trilogy) directs Mark Gatiss as John Gielgud and Johnny Flynn as Richard Burton in this fierce and funny new play.1964: Richard Burton, n…

Millgate Arts Centre, Oldham

Agogo String Quartet

The Agogo Quartet is an emerging string quartet based in Manchester, comprising musicians who studied at the Royal Northern College of Music and the Royal Birmi…

Millgate Arts Centre, Oldham

The Thrill of Love by Amanda Whittington

On 13 July 1955, Ruth Ellis was the last woman to be hanged in Britain, for the murder of her lover.In this 2013 play, Ruth's crime is re-examined in the light…

The Lyceum Theatre, Oldham

Hayfever

Hayfever, a comedy by Noel CowardNoel Coward's sublime comedy of bad mannersNovelist, David Bliss has plans for a quiet weekend but his overdramatic, retired ac…

Millgate Arts Centre, Oldham

A Monster Calls

A Monster Calls By Sally Cookson & Adam Pack based on novel by Patrick NessA dark emotionally charged story about a young boys struggle with his mother's termin…

Millgate Arts Centre, Oldham

The Kitchen Sink by Tom Wells

A warm hearted comedy about, family, marriage, making ends meet - and dodgy plumbing.Dad's milk float is falling to pieces, the son is stressing about getting i…

The Lyceum Theatre, Oldham

Plotfest Winning Plays

Be amongst the first audiences to see performances of the winning plays from our latest PlotFest Playwriting Competition.The three winning one-act plays will be…

The Lyceum Theatre, Oldham