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Major Events

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Our annual portfolio of larger-scale events, organised to celebrate major events, bring communities together and make the most of the amazing spaces throughout the borough.

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Proms in the Park; Pennington Hall Park Leigh
Sat, Sep 6, 6:00 PM
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Proms in the Park; Mesnes Park Wigan
Sat, Aug 30, 6:00 PM
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Relay Your Way - Wigan Family Fun Run
Mon, Jun 16, 4:30 PM
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Archives: Wigan & Leigh Events

3 upcoming events

Discover your local history and get involved in a range of activities and workshops for all ages at Archives: Wigan & Leigh, found inside the newly-renovated Grade II listed Leigh Town Hall.

Haigh Woodland Park

2 upcoming events

Great Fun, Great Value, Great Outdoors. Haigh Woodland Park is one of the region’s great days out.

Museum Minis

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All our Museum Mini events in one place!

The Turnpike Gallery Events

5 upcoming events

The Turnpike Gallery is an arts and exhibition space in Leigh.

Turnpike Print Tour Workshops 25/26

1 upcoming event

As part our Make.Believe Project (2025-2026) and to coincide with the Drumcroon Print Exhibition at the Turnpike Gallery, we are hosting a series of free printmaking workshops in community locations across the borough.

Wigan Museum Events

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In the heart of Wigan town centre, the Museum of Wigan Life and Wigan Local Studies resource library offer a fantastic opportunity for learning and discovery.

Wigan Music Service

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Supporting children and young people to access a range of music making opportunities, in and outside the classroom. We support schools with classroom music delivery and staff training, as well as instrumental, vocal studies and ensemble opportunities.

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Archives: Wigan & Leigh Events

3 upcoming events

Discover your local history and get involved in a range of activities and workshops for all ages at Archives: Wigan & Leigh, found inside the newly-renovated Grade II listed Leigh Town Hall.

Haigh Woodland Park

2 upcoming events

Great Fun, Great Value, Great Outdoors. Haigh Woodland Park is one of the region’s great days out.

Museum Minis

No upcoming events

All our Museum Mini events in one place!

The Turnpike Gallery Events

5 upcoming events

The Turnpike Gallery is an arts and exhibition space in Leigh.

Turnpike Print Tour Workshops 25/26

1 upcoming event

Wigan Museum Events

No upcoming events

In the heart of Wigan town centre, the Museum of Wigan Life and Wigan Local Studies resource library offer a fantastic opportunity for learning and discovery.

Wigan Music Service

No upcoming events

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