Things to do in Rochdale

Stax of Soul

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

Empire Rochdale, Rochdale

The Madchester Experience

The Madchester Experience recreate the iconic sounds of BRIT bands such as The Stone Roses, The Happy Mondays, Oasis, Blur, The Verve, The Farm, EMP, The Charla…

Empire Rochdale, Rochdale

Kerrang'd

Kerrang'd! are selling out large venues across the UK and has appeared at numerous music festivals.Kerrang'd!

Empire Rochdale, Rochdale

The Freddie and Queen Experience. Live at Empire Rochdale

A night dedicated to the music of Queen, bringing their biggest songs and unmistakable sound to Empire Rochdale in a full live tribute. Expect classics like Boh…

Empire Rochdale, Rochdale

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Stax of Soul. Live at Empire Rochdale

Stax of Soul bring the deep grooves and raw emotion of classic soul to Empire Rochdale, drawing from the golden era of Stax, Motown and funk-driven R&B. Expect…

Empire Rochdale, Rochdale

Wedding Fayre

Come along to our Wedding Fayre and see what we're all about. Meet our wonderful wedding team, have a wander around the venue, and chat with a lovely mix of tal…

The Royal Toby Hotel, Rochdale

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Legends Of Motown

Legends of Motown is a high energy tribute show jam packed with all of Motown’s biggest hits, with stunning vocals and amazing live band, celebrating the music…

The Royal Toby Hotel, Rochdale

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Kerrang'd. Live at Empire Rochdale

Get ready for a full-on rock night with Kerrangd, delivering the biggest anthems from alternative, punk, metal, and nu-metal that have dominated the charts and…

Empire Rochdale, Rochdale

Phoenix Club Nights or,'Merlot and Mikado'

Phoenix Club Nights, or, 'Merlot & Mikado'!Back by popular demand! Following the roaring success of our very first Phoenix Club Night, were delighted to invite…

St Aidan's Church Hall, Rochdale

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Soul'd Out. Live at Empire Rochdale

Sould Out are an 8-piece soul, Motown and funk band based in Manchester, bringing real live music and full big-band energy to Empire Rochdale. Expect a set pack…

Empire Rochdale, Rochdale

Hairspray!

The plot unfolds in the era of the 1960s, the time of bright costumes, magnificent hairstyles and pep music.

Curtain Theatre, Rochdale

AC/DC Experience. Live at Empire Rochdale

AC/DC Experience bring the thunderous riffs and straight-ahead rock power of AC/DC to Empire Rochdale with a loud, no-nonsense live tribute. Expect all the heav…

Empire Rochdale, Rochdale

Just Tina. Live at Empire Rochdale

Totally Tina brings the powerhouse hits and iconic stage presence of Tina Turner to Empire Rochdale with a high-energy live tribute packed with legendary anthem…

Empire Rochdale, Rochdale

AKA Noel Gallagher. Live at Empire Rochdale

AKA Noel Gallagher brings the songs and swagger of Noels post-Oasis catalogue to Empire Rochdale, focusing on the anthems and melodic rock that defined his solo…

Empire Rochdale, Rochdale

Transmission, Joy Division Tribute. Live at Empire Rochdale

Transmission brings the stark, atmospheric sound of Joy Division to Empire Rochdale, focusing on mood, space and intensity rather than polish. Expect defining t…

Empire Rochdale, Rochdale

Show Stoppers

Showstoppers is a spectacular evening of live entertainment celebrating the magic of musical theatre! From timeless West End and Broadway classics to modern sho…

Curtain Theatre, Rochdale

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Boozy Bingo Halloween Special

Back by popular demand, after 2 sold out shows. Tickets include entry, goody bag and all games of bingo. Contact our team directly on 01706 861 861 or email roy…

The Royal Toby Hotel, Rochdale

Metallicish. Live at Empire Rochdale

Metallicish bring the speed, precision and heavy sound of Metallica to Empire Rochdale with a full-throttle live tribute. Expect face-melting tracks like Enter…

Empire Rochdale, Rochdale

Christmas Market

Get into the Christmas spirit at the Rhyddings Suite! Browse festive market stalls, enjoy live music, tuck into delicious Yorkshire pudding wraps and homemade b…

The Royal Toby Hotel, Rochdale

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Eminem Show. Live at Empire Rochdale

Step into the world of one of raps biggest icons with The Eminem Show, bringing all the energy, attitude and hits of Eminem to Empire Rochdale. Expect all the c…

Empire Rochdale, Rochdale

Dine & Disco

Step into the magic of Christmas in The Rhyddings Suite. Enjoy a delicious three-course meal before dancing into the night with our DJ.

The Royal Toby Hotel, Rochdale

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Fat Lip, A Tribute to Pop Punk. Live at Empire Rochdale

Fat Lip bring a full-on pop punk night to Empire Rochdale, packed with fast hooks, shout-along choruses and turn-of-the-2000s attitude. Expect a hit-filled set…

Empire Rochdale, Rochdale

Swing Night

Celebrate Christmas in The Rhyddings Suite with a delicious three-course meal and live entertainment from Rob Keen.

The Royal Toby Hotel, Rochdale

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Mamma Mania. Live at Empire Rochdale

Get ready to relive the magic of ABBA with Mamma Mia!, the ultimate live tribute delivering all the iconic hits you know and love. From Dancing Queen, Mamma Mia…

Empire Rochdale, Rochdale

Manchester Ska Foundation. Live at Empire Rochdale

Manchester Ska Foundation bring a full brass-driven ska and 2 Tone night to Empire Rochdale, mixing sharp horn lines with upbeat rhythms and dance-ready grooves…

Empire Rochdale, Rochdale

Boozy Bingo Christmas Special

Our legendary Boozy Bingo ChristmasSpecial returns to the stunning RhyddingsSuite for festive chaos, music, prizes, laughs and Christmas party vibes! Contact ou…

The Royal Toby Hotel, Rochdale

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Songs Of Stage & Screen

Join us in The Rhyddings Suite this Christmas for a three-course meal and live music from stage and screen.

The Royal Toby Hotel, Rochdale

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A Christmas Organ Concert with Jonathan Scott

Jonathan Scott returns to present his annual Christmas organ concert in the Victorian splendour of Rochdale Town Hall, showcasing the 'King of Instruments' in a…

Rochdale Town Hall, Rochdale

NRG Ali (Ali Sax) Live at Empire Rochdale

Get ready for a proper old-school dance night as NRG Ali brings live vocals and soaring saxophone to the Empire.

Empire Rochdale, Rochdale

Lunch With Santa

Bring the family to The Rhyddings Suite for a festive three-course lunch with Father Christmas.

The Royal Toby Hotel, Rochdale

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Boxing Day

Celebrate Boxing Day in The Rhyddings Suite with a delicious three-course lunch, a warm festive atmosphere, and the perfect opportunity to relax with family and…

The Royal Toby Hotel, Rochdale

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New Year's Eve Abba Tribute

Welcome the New Year in The Rhyddings Suite with a four-course meal and live entertainment from ABBA 2 Nite.

The Royal Toby Hotel, Rochdale

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Royal Ballet & Opera: Cosi fan Tutte

Spurred on by a bet, two young men hatch a plan to test the fidelity of their girlfriends.

Reel Cinemas Rochdale, Rochdale