Whether you’re a local, new in town or just cruising through, there’s always something happening in Halton. We’ve got loads of tips and events, from live music and theatre performances, to food festivals and outdoor adventures.

October 2025
Peter Green

Man of the World: The Music of Peter Green

Celebrating the life and music of Peter Green, founder of the original Fleetwood Mac. Guitarist Remi Harris will be joined by vocalist Dave Small, bassist Tom Moore and Nicky Waters on drums to perform music from throughout Peter Green’s career. Including such classics as Man Of The World, Black Magic Woman, Need Your Love So […]
17 Oct
7:30 pm
The Brindley
High Street
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Meditation at the Museum

Join Mima Cornish from HedgeRose Healing for meditation in the beautiful surroundings of Norton Priory Museum and Gardens in Runcorn on select Saturday and Sunday mornings. The sessions vary each week and take the opportunity to access the many different places and atmospheres at Norton Priory, both inside and out, to truly enjoy the present moment. […]
18 Oct
9:00 am - 10:00 am
Norton Priory Musem and Gardens
Tudor Road, Runcorn, WA7 1SX
Dance

Iconic 2025

Dance show presented by Rainhill Dance Studios
18 Oct
12:00 pm
The Brindley
High Street
Dance

Iconic 2025

Dance show presented by Rainhill Dance Studios
18 Oct
5:30 pm
The Brindley
High Street
Poe

The Poems of Poe

Come and join us for this evocative and immersive Halloween season performance with a difference. The poems and works of literary legend and gothic American writer Edgar Allen Poe are brought to life by VML theatre in the atmospheric setting of the Norton Priory Undercroft. The company will perform a selection of excerpts from Poe’s […]
18 Oct
7:00 pm
Norton Priory Musem and Gardens
Tudor Road, Runcorn, WA7 1SX
Sherlock holmes

SHERLOCK HOLMES & THE SIGN OF FOUR – A RADIO PLAY LIVE ON STAGE

After the success of Hound of the Baskervilles, Colin Baker (Doctor Who, The Brothers) and Terry Molloy (The Archers, Doctor Who) are back. Presented as a radio-play-live-on-stage and sound effects created live, combine to transport the audience to Victorian London.
20 Oct
7:30 pm - 10:00 pm
The Brindley
High Street
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DREAMCOAT STARS

Stars of JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT sing the greatest musical hits. Includes the West End and Broadway classics, Les Misérables, We Will Rock You, The Greatest Showman, Dirty Dancing, Rocky Horror, Saturday Night Fever, Mamma Mia and the toetapping Jersey Boys.
21 Oct
7:30 pm - 7:30 pm
The Brindley
High Street
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Potions

A chance to get excited about chemistry and to see some surprising chemical reactions. Have a go at mixing some potions and watch how they behave in our hands-on workshop. Workshops will run twice a day at 11:30am and 2:00pm. Tickets cost £2.75 per person in addition to the normal admission charge and can be […]
25 Oct - 02 Nov
Catalyst Science Discovery Centre and Museum
Mersey Road Widnes WA8 0DH
DINOSAUR ADVENTURE LIVE

DINOSAUR ADVENTURE LIVE

The adventure of a lifetime awaits…bring the family on a T-REX-IFFIC journey with BRAND NEW dinosaurs, meet their ROAR-SOME babies and help the rangers save the Island. Are you brave enough to face the Jurassic Storm!
27 Oct
2:00 pm - 6:00 pm
The Brindley
High Street
Halloween

A Brooke Family Halloween

There are spooky goings on at the old Brooke mansion house. The members of the household are preparing to investigate, but they may need some help… Set within the hauntingly beautiful undercroft and grounds, and the museum’s visitor centre, this family-friendly event invites visitors of all ages to enjoy Halloween fun in an historic setting. […]
27 - 30 Oct
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Norton Priory Musem and Gardens
Tudor Road, Runcorn, WA7 1SX
John Lydon

John Lydon

He’s a legend and an icon, a revolutionary and an immortal. John Lydon – aka Johnny Rotten – changed the face of music and sparked a cultural revolution. The frontman and lyricist of the Sex Pistols and Public Image Ltd, will talk about how he sees life, along with his unique and extraordinary career and […]
29 Oct
7:30 pm - 7:30 pm
The Brindley
High Street
Lipstick

Lipstick on your Collar

Step back in time to the golden era of music where the jukebox roared and feet didn’t touch the floor. Get your dancing shoes at the ready, grab yourself a milkshake and relax – you are in for an evening of back to back hits from the 1950s and 60s! Performed by a full live […]
30 Oct
7:30 pm
The Brindley
High Street

Something about George- The George Harrison Story

Something About George – The George Harrison Story, the musical biopic tribute about the so-called “quiet” Beatle is back following a hugely successful 2024 UK and Ireland tour. “All Things Must Pass”, they say. Well, George Harrison’s name will live on forever. From the creators of Something About Simon – The Paul Simon Story, comes […]
31 Oct
7:30 pm
The Brindley
High Street
Monkeys paw

‘The Monkey’s Paw..and More’ by Gav Cross

A freshly dug up evening of vintage terror built around the W. W. Jacobs classic short horror story. Be careful what you wish for. Unless what you wish for is Samhain special of spine chilling stories for the season. Don’t sit at home with the lights off, hoping everyone will think you are out… Come […]
31 Oct
7:30 pm
Norton Priory Musem and Gardens
Tudor Road, Runcorn, WA7 1SX
November 2025
meditation

Meditation at the Museum

Join Mima Cornish from HedgeRose Healing for meditation in the beautiful surroundings of Norton Priory Museum and Gardens in Runcorn on select Saturday and Sunday mornings. The sessions vary each week and take the opportunity to access the many different places and atmospheres at Norton Priory, both inside and out, to truly enjoy the present moment. […]
02 Nov
9:00 am - 10:00 am
Norton Priory Musem and Gardens
Tudor Road, Runcorn, WA7 1SX
FRANCIS ROSSI

FRANCIS ROSSI

An evening of songs from the Status Quo songbook and more. Francis will perform many of his signature hits that made the Quo name, plus some personal favourites and deeper cuts, and he’ll be telling more stories about his incredible life in music. A strictly limited amount of VIP tickets will be available.
03 Nov
7:30 pm - 7:30 pm
The Brindley
High Street
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Movie Night at Catalyst!

Join us for a magical evening where science meets the big screen! Grab your friends and family and cozy up as we kick off our Movie Night series with Big Hero 6. Grab an hour in the hands-on Interactive Gallery before moving on to popcorn, hotdogs, and a great STEM family movie. Drinks and snacks […]
04 Nov
5:15 pm
Catalyst Science Discovery Centre and Museum
Mersey Road Widnes WA8 0DH
Comedy Night

Comedy Night

Building on from our previous sell out shows, we are delighted to announce the next comedy night at the DCBL Stadium on Friday 7th November in partnership with local promoter The Giggle Shack. MC Jon Capewell will introduce Rachel Fairburn, Matt Bragg and Kevin Daniel for another night of fun at the DCBL Stadium.
07 Nov
7:00 pm
DCBL Halton Stadium
Lowerhouse Lane, Widnes, Cheshire WA8 7DZ
THE NUTCRACKER

THE NUTCRACKER

One of the jewels of Tchaikovsky’s repertoire. It tells the story of Marie, a sad little girl, whose godfather, gives her a Nutcracker doll as a present on Christmas Eve. In her lively imagination it turns into a prince and the magic starts. This eternal seasonal favourite is an ideal introduction to classical ballet. A […]
12 Nov
7:30 pm - 7:30 pm
The Brindley
High Street
meditation

Meditation at the Museum

Join Mima Cornish from HedgeRose Healing for meditation in the beautiful surroundings of Norton Priory Museum and Gardens in Runcorn on select Saturday and Sunday mornings. The sessions vary each week and take the opportunity to access the many different places and atmospheres at Norton Priory, both inside and out, to truly enjoy the present moment. […]
15 Nov
9:00 am - 10:00 am
Norton Priory Musem and Gardens
Tudor Road, Runcorn, WA7 1SX
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Christmas Light Switch ON

We’ve got a day packed with FREE festive fun for the whole family: 🎤 Live performance from Rumi – bringing you your favourite KPOP hits! 🎩 Magic show for the little ones 🎨 Face painter & Christmas craft workshop – get creative! 🐾 Meet & greet with Bluey (get your cameras ready!) 👑 The Brindley Theatre’s Cinderella cast will be joining the […]
22 Nov
10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Shopping City Runcorn
Runcorn
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The Elvis Years at Christmas

Experience an Elvis-style Christmas with solid gold classics from the ‘King’, plus all the trimmings, for a wonderful Christmas time!
27 Nov
7:30 pm
The Brindley
High Street
December 2025
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Movie Night at Catalyst!

Join us for a magical evening where science meets the big screen! Grab your friends and family and cozy up as we kick off our Movie Night series with Big Hero 6. Grab an hour in the hands-on Interactive Gallery before moving on to popcorn, hotdogs, and a great STEM family movie. Drinks and snacks […]
02 Dec
5:15 pm
Catalyst Science Discovery Centre and Museum
Mersey Road Widnes WA8 0DH
DCBL Xmas Party Night

DCBL Xmas Party Night

Friday 5th & Saturday 6th December – £35pp 2 Course Carvery Dessert Station DJ Reception Drink On site photographer
05 - 06 Dec
DCBL Halton Stadium
Lowerhouse Lane, Widnes, Cheshire WA8 7DZ
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Christmas Craft Fair

Shopping City Christmas Craft Fair returns from 6th – 23rd December 🌟 Discover unique handmade treasures perfect for Christmas gifts. 🎁 Browse beautiful candles, fall in love with handmade jewellery, indulge in delicious sweet treats, personalised gifts, fragrance… and so much more – all from local small businesses! 🛍️ 🗓️ When? 6th – 23rd December 🕘 Time: 9am – 4:30pm 📍 Where? Shopping City
06 - 23 Dec
9:00 am - 4:30 pm
Shopping City Runcorn
Runcorn
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Santa Saturdays

Each Saturday throughout December (6th, 13th & 20th) in the lead-up to the big day, you’ll find Santa and his fabulous elves in his grotto at Shopping City from 11pm until 3pm Santa is excited to meet the boys and girls of Runcorn to make sure they’re on the good list! The grotto is free, plus […]
06 Dec
11:00 am - 3:00 pm
Shopping City Runcorn
Runcorn
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Cinderella

Our fantastic festive pantomime is presented by New Pantomime Productions. It’s sure to have the usual spectacular scenery, dazzling costumes, hilarious jokes, singalong songs and fun for all the family.  Starring Simon Grant from CBBC, Eurovision’s Nicki French and Brindley Panto Fave Matt Dallen. BSL and Relaxed Performances available. So don’t delay, book today!
11 Dec - 11 Jan
The Brindley
High Street

CINDERELLA

The Brindley’s fantastic festive pantomime is presented by New Pantomime Productions. It’s sure to have the usual spectacular scenery, dazzling costumes, hilarious jokes, singalong songs and fun for all the family.  Starring Simon Grant from CBBC, Eurovision’s Nicki French and Brindley Panto Fave Matt Dallen. More great cast to be announced. So don’t delay, book […]
11 Dec - 11 Jan
11:00 am - 5:00 pm
The Brindley
High Street
Christmas Party

Christmas Party

Friday 12th December – £45pp 2 Course Carvery Dessert Station Party Band DJ Reception Drink On site photographer
12 Dec
DCBL Halton Stadium
Lowerhouse Lane, Widnes, Cheshire WA8 7DZ
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Santa’s Christmas Party

Join Santa’s Christmas Party, a 45 minute, interactive family show, particularly suitable for 2-7 year olds, after which, each child gets the chance to receive a special present from Father Christmas in our popular meet, greet and treat! Songs include festive favourites Jingle Bells, Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer, We Wish You A Merry Christmas and […]
12 - 16 Dec
The Brindley
High Street
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Black Tie Christmas Party

Saturday 13th December – £55pp 2 Course Carvery Dessert Station Smooth Swing by Sean DJ Fun Casino Reception Drink On site photographer
13 Dec
DCBL Halton Stadium
Lowerhouse Lane, Widnes, Cheshire WA8 7DZ
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Santa Saturdays

Each Saturday throughout December (6th, 13th & 20th) in the lead-up to the big day, you’ll find Santa and his fabulous elves in his grotto at Shopping City from 11pm until 3pm Santa is excited to meet the boys and girls of Runcorn to make sure they’re on the good list! The grotto is free, plus […]
13 Dec
11:00 am - 3:00 pm
Shopping City Runcorn
Runcorn
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A Christmas Carol

Award winning actor Craig Cowdroy, presents his one man show. A powerful, humorous and emotional adaptation of Charles Dickens timeless tale. This well-known story is a fabulous family show with something for everyone, and also a few surprises! Suitable for ages 7 to 99
19 Dec
7:30 pm
The Brindley
High Street
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Santa Saturdays

Each Saturday throughout December (6th, 13th & 20th) in the lead-up to the big day, you’ll find Santa and his fabulous elves in his grotto at Shopping City from 11pm until 3pm Santa is excited to meet the boys and girls of Runcorn to make sure they’re on the good list! The grotto is free, plus […]
20 Dec
11:00 am - 3:00 pm
Shopping City Runcorn
Runcorn
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A Christmas Carol

Award winning actor Craig Cowdroy, presents his one man show. A powerful, humorous and emotional adaptation of Charles Dickens timeless tale. This well-known story is a fabulous family show with something for everyone, and also a few surprises! Suitable for ages 7 to 99
20 Dec
7:30 pm
The Brindley
High Street
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The Brindley Christmas Films-Die Hard

A New York City police officer tries to save his estranged wife and several others taken hostage by terrorists during a Christmas party at the Nakatomi Plaza in Los Angeles. Starring Bruce Willis. Rated 15.
21 Dec
7:00 am
The Brindley
High Street
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Miracle on 34th Street

Six-year-old Susan Walker discovers dreams do come true if you really believe. She has doubts about childhood’s most enduring miracle, Santa Claus. But after meeting a special department store Santa who’s convinced he’s the real thing, she is given the most precious gift of all, something to believe in. Starring Richard Attenborough, Elizabeth Perkins, Dylan […]
21 Dec
3:00 pm
The Brindley
High Street
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National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation

It’s Christmas time and the Griswolds are preparing a big family celebration, but things never run smoothly for Clark, his wife Ellen and their two kids. Clark’s perennial bad luck is aggravated by his obnoxious family guests, but he manages to keep going knowing that his Christmas bonus is due soon. Starring Chevvy Chase, Beverly D’Angelo, […]
22 Dec
7:00 pm
The Brindley
High Street
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The Polar Express

This is the story of a young hero boy on Christmas Eve who boards a powerful magical train that’s headed to the North Pole and Santa Claus’s home. During this ride, he embarks on a journey of self-discovery which shows him that the wonder of life never fades for those who believe. Starring Tom Hanks, […]
23 Dec
3:00 pm
The Brindley
High Street
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The Nightmare Before Christmas

Jack Skellington, the pumpkin king of Halloween Town, is bored with doing the same thing every year for Halloween. One day he stumbles into Christmas Town, and is so taken with the idea of Christmas that he tries to get the resident bats, ghouls, and goblins of Halloween Town to help him put on Christmas […]
23 Dec
7:00 pm
The Brindley
High Street
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It’s A Wonderful Life

Beset with personal and professional problems, George Bailey finds his previously happy life falling apart around him on Christmas Eve. Seeing no way out, George considers suicide from the edge of a bridge – but Clarence, his guardian angel, intervenes and shows George what his beloved hometown of Bedford Falls would be like without him. […]
24 Dec
1:30 pm
The Brindley
High Street
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