Here’s a round-up of things to do this bank holiday weekend in and around Wigan

With the final bank holiday of the year before the festive period coming up this extended weekend, many will be looking at how best to spend their time. And there are plenty of entertaining events taking place locally, some for families, others for adults only.

By Matt Pennington

Published 25th Aug 2023, 04:55 BST

We’ve drawn up a list of some of the activities taking place from around the borough.

Both The North West Singer and Lily Webb will perform at Bailiff Bar on the 25 and 16 respectively.

1. Bailiff Bar

Both The North West Singer and Lily Webb will perform at Bailiff Bar on the 25 and 16 respectively. Photo: submit

Leigh's Spinning Gate picnic and play area will remain open until August 31.

2. Spinning Gate

Leigh's Spinning Gate picnic and play area will remain open until August 31. Photo: submit

Friends of Firs Park will hold Firs Park Festival from 10am to 4pm on August 26, with all proceeds going towards improvements to the park.

3. Firs Park Festival

Friends of Firs Park will hold Firs Park Festival from 10am to 4pm on August 26, with all proceeds going towards improvements to the park. Photo: Ian Robinson

Ally Mac will perform at Revolution Wigan for a bottomless burnch event on August 26 from 3-5pm.

4. Bottomless Brunch

Ally Mac will perform at Revolution Wigan for a bottomless burnch event on August 26 from 3-5pm. Photo: Kelvin Stuttard