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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.
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October 2026
The Sound of Music, at Saints Peter and Paul.
Tickets are prices at £8 for adults and £5 for concessions. This much-loved musical promises an evening of outstanding entertainment, featuring talented student performers from years 7 to 11, memorable songs, and a heartwarming story that has captivated audiences for generations. Tickets can be purchased for either Tuesday 20th October or Wednesday 21st October, curtain […]
Made in Halton, Forged in Adventure
Dawnstar Gaming Made in Halton, Forged in Adventure Thursday 22 October The Brindley 6pm £5.50-£7.50 Made In Halton Forged In Adventure Tickets Six Stories, six Relic-Notes. One final gathering. The journey across Halton has led here. On 22 October, six players bring the story to the stage for one final adventure- but the ending […]
The Book Lovers’ Cross Stitch Workshop
Rosie Roo Creations, The Book Lovers’ Cross Stitch Workshop Thursday 22 October 2026, 6:00pm–8:00pm @The Bake House, 2 Highlands Road, Runcorn, Cheshire, WA7 4PR. £25 per person (includes tea & cake), Suitable for adults. Beginner friendly. Calling all book lovers! Join Rosie Roo Creations for a fun, beginner-friendly evening of cross stitch at The Bake House. Choose […]
Talking Threads Sewing Studio
Talking Threads Sewing Studio (Age 16+) Saturday Sewing Workshops, 10am-3pm Every Saturday at Widnes Market, Prices start from £10 for 2 hours. Whether you’re a complete beginner or already know your way around a sewing machine, these relaxed, hands-on workshops are a chance to learn, create and have a bit of a natter along the way. You’ll […]
Free Fabric Pumpkin Workshop
Halton Play Repurpose & Connect Pumpkin Making Workshop. Do you want to learn a new skill, meet like minded people, then come along and give materials and traditions a new lease of life. Choose from a variety of fabrics and materials to take home your very own fabric pumpkin. We will have a number of […]
Halloween Pottery Painting for All Ages at The Bake House
Saturday 24th October, 4.30-6.30pm The Bake House, Runcorn Tickets: Child including hot drink and Halloween Treat £20 (without refreshments £15). Adult including hot drink and Halloween Treat £22 (without refreshments £16), All ages welcome! In this spooky two-hour session you will have the opportunity to design and decorate your own personalised ceramic pumpkin, skull or […]
Halloween Pottery Paint and Sip (Adults only!)
Woolyback Crafts, Halloween Pottery Paint and Sip (Adults only!) at The Bake House, Runcorn Saturday 24th October, 7-9pm, Tickets £27 In this two hour session you will have the opportunity to design and decorate your own personalised Halloween lantern. A spooky cocktail to get the creative juices flowing is included in the price of your ticket. […]
Make Your Own Ghost! Halloween Pottery Workshop
Woolyback Crafts, Make Your Own Ghost! Halloween Pottery Workshop Sunday 25th October, 11am-12.30pm, 1.30-3pm, 3.30-5pm @Hazlehurst Studios, Runcorn Old Town Tickets £16 (plus booking fee, £18.04) All ages welcome! Join us for a ninety minute long workshop to get you into the spooky spirit! You will be given clay and a variety of hand-building pottery […]
A Ghostly Gathering
Norton Priory Museum and Garden Sunday 25 October 7PM-9PM £16PP | 10% DISCOUNT FOR NORTON PRIORY MEMBERS A Ghostly Gathering Tickets Celebrated by Bookends Festival and Culture 26. Telling ghost stories is one of humanity’s oldest traditions, found in every culture around the world. This spooky season at Norton Priory, we are keeping up with […]
Postcards from the Future: Free Creative Writing Workshops for Children aged 7 to 11
Halton Libraries Celebrated by Bookends Festival and Culture 26. We’ve teamed up with Read Now Write Now to offer a series of FREE creative writing workshops where children can explore what life might be like in 2050. Young writers can learn about what life could be like in 2050 and get creative by writing […]
Make Your Own Ghost! Halloween Pottery Workshop
Woolyback Crafts, Make Your Own Ghost! Halloween Pottery Workshop Monday 26th October, 11am-12.30pm, 1.30-3pm @Hazlehurst Studios, Runcorn Old Town Tickets £16 (plus booking fee, £18.04) All ages welcome! Join us for a ninety minute long workshop to get you into the spooky spirit! You will be given clay and a variety of hand-building pottery tools […]
Planet Ice, 3 & 5 day Intense Learn to Skate camp
3 & 5 day Intense Learn to Skate camp, 5 and up Monday 26th October-Friday 30th October, 9-9.30am Monday 21st December – Wednesday 23rd December Monday 28th December – Wednesday 30th December Planet Ice, The Hive, Earle Road, Widnes, WA8 0GY £56 (3 day) £71 (5 day) Learn to skate in the school holidays! Lessons run for 30 minutes over […]
Free Creative Writing Workshop
Free Halton Libraries Creative Writing Workshop, Ages 7 – 11 years Monday 26th October, 10.30am – 12.30pm & 2pm – 4pm Widnes Library
VILLAINS UNLEASHED
This devilishly fun show brings together all your favourite Villains for the ultimate Halloween party. Losing their magic as the screams of Halloween fade away, the Villains plan the perfect Halloween party. Dress up in your favourite Halloween costume and join the Villains themselves for a FREE meet and greet after the show. £18.50
Halloween Pottery Painting Workshop – Pumpkins and Skulls!
Woolyback Crafts, Halloween Pottery Painting Workshop – Pumpkins and Skulls! Monday 26th October, 3.30-5.30pm @Hazlehurst Studios, Runcorn Old Town Tickets £18 (plus booking fee, £20.21) All ages welcome! This workshop is completely beginner-friendly! Whatever your level of creativity you will be able to create something distinctive and one-of-a-kind that can take pride of place in […]
Free Creative Writing Workshop
Halton Libraries, Free Creative Writing Workshop, Ages 7 – 11 years Tuesday 27th October, 10.30am – 12.30pm & 2pm – 4pm Halton Lea Library Postcards from the Future is a free creative writing programme for children aged 7 – 11, delivered by Read Now Write Now and Halton Libraries. Children will explore life in 2050, […]
Bookends Festival for Culture 26 presents… The Wondershelf from Tmesis Theatre
Bookends Festival for Culture 26 presents… The Wondershelf from Tmesis Theatre Tuesday 27 October 11am & 1pm Halton Lea Library Suitable for under 11s FREE drop in, show and colouring activity Step into a magical bookcase where myths and legends burst into life! Join us on an unforgettable adventure packed with puppetry, music, and laughter. A […]
Hula Hula Fun Circus Workshop
Circus Skills for all the family Hula Hoops, Spinning Plates, Diablos, Juggling, Stilts, Flower Sticks and more! £25 2 Adults and 2 Children £14 1 Adult and 1 child, £5 extra per person Booking is essential, payment on booking through @hulafun facebook/instagram / [email protected] No Refunds
Free Tmesis Theatre ‘The Wondershelf’ Performance
Free Tmesis Theatre ‘The Wondershelf’ Performance Tuesday 27th October, 11am – 12pm & 1pm – 2pm Halton Lea Library, Under the age of 11 years Step into a magical bookcase where myths and legends come alive in an enchanting adventure. Featuring puppetry, music, and laughter. This imaginative performance celebrates storytelling and the joy of reading. Perfect […]
Runcorn Shopping City – The Villians
Runcorn Shopping City, Community Square The Villains, Free Event, Wednesday 28th October, 11am – 3pm 🎃 A MAGICAL HALLOWEEN IS COMING TO SHOPPING CITY! 🎃✨ Join us on Wednesday 28th October, 11am–3pm for a spellbinding day of FREE family fun! 👑 Meet the wickedly wonderful Cruella, Captain Hook & Maleficent 🪄 Enjoy Wizardry Magic 🍬 […]
Free Spooky Crochet Ghosts Workshop
Halton Play Repurpose & Connect – Spooky Crochet Ghosts Workshop Wed 28th Oct 2026, 18:00 – 20:00 Do you want to learn a new skill, meet likeminded people, have fun, then please come along and give materials and traditions a new lease of life. We will provide the wool and all the materials needed for you […]
Beyond The Tracks Music Trains
Beyond The Tracks Music Trains October Half Term with Culture 26; Made In Halton and North Cheshire Community Rail Partnership Widnes to Liverpool with Northern Trains Free Music with the price of your regular ticket! Widnes Station depart 10:53 & 13:53 Lime Street Station depart 11:56 & 14:56 Our oh so popular Music Trains are […]
Spooky stories For Little Monsters
Celebrated by Bookends Festival and Culture 26 Date: THURS 29TH OCT | 3:30PM OR 5:30PM Spooky Stories For Little Monsters tickets In the dark, dark museum… there’s a dark, dark room where you can listen to the most spooktacular and silly stories for Halloween! Join Rogan Mills in the Undercroft at Norton Priory this half term […]
THE DARK SIDE OF RUNCORN
Runcorn Historical Society Talk Curiosity Bookshop, High Street Runcorn Celebrated by Bookends Festival and Culture 26 THE DARK SIDE OF RUNCORN A fascinating talk by Runcorn Historical Society – Diane Stanley and Peter Blackmore and Sharon Carey – launching her debut book Paranormal Runcorn!
BEAUTY AND THE BEAST – PRESENTED BY A PLACE FOR US THEATRE SCHOOL
Presented by the multi award winning A Place For Us, the show boasts the Oscar®-winning and Tony Award®-nominated score, including the classic songs Be Our Guest and Beauty and the Beast. Performed entirely by students and dedicated theatre performers. This amateur production is presented by arrangement with Music Theatre International.
Free Event Animal Encounters with Animal Teach
FREE EVENT – NO BOOKING REQUIRED! Animal Encounters with Animal Teach Friday 30th October, 10am – 3pm Community Square, Runcorn Shopping City From age 2-12years with an adult Get ready to get up close and personal with some amazing animals! Join us on Friday 30th October, from 10am – 3pm in Community Square for a […]
Free: Trade and Play: Fidget and Squishy Swap
Trade and Play: Fidget and Squishy Swap Friday 30th October, 1.30pm – 3pm Halton Lea Library & Widnes Library All children welcome Create your own trading board and dive into a fun-filled fidget squishy swap. Bring along your favourite squishes to trade, play, and connect with fellow collectors.
Free: Trade and Play: Fidget and Squishy Swap
Trade and Play: Fidget and Squishy Swap Friday 30th October, 1.30pm – 3pm Halton Lea Library & Widnes Library All children welcome Create your own trading board and dive into a fun-filled fidget squishy swap. Bring along your favourite squishes to trade, play, and connect with fellow collectors.
Talking Threads Sewing Studio
Talking Threads Sewing Studio (Age 16+) Saturday Sewing Workshops, 10am-3pm Every Saturday at Widnes Market, Prices start from £10 for 2 hours. Whether you’re a complete beginner or already know your way around a sewing machine, these relaxed, hands-on workshops are a chance to learn, create and have a bit of a natter along the way. You’ll […]
Free Spooky Saturday Stories
Halton Libraries, Spooky Saturday Stories Saturday 31st October, 11am – 11.45am Halton Lea Library & Widnes Library All children welcome No booking required. Children are invited to come dressed in their favourite Halloween costumes and enjoy a spooky storytelling session. Filled with fun, mystery, and excitement, this event encourages a love of reading while sparking […]
Free Spooky Saturday Stories
Halton Libraries, Spooky Saturday Stories Saturday 31st October, 11am – 11.45am Halton Lea Library & Widnes Library All children welcome No booking required. Children are invited to come dressed in their favourite Halloween costumes and enjoy a spooky storytelling session. Filled with fun, mystery, and excitement, this event encourages a love of reading while sparking […]
Meet The Author Susan Brownrigg
Bookends festival presents… Meet The Author Susan Brownrigg Saturday 31st October 12 noon Free (No booking required.) Widnes Library Author readings and Q and A Susan is no stranger to Halton, she previously worked as Learning Manager at Norton Priory Museum & Gardens, Runcorn and Catalyst Science Discovery Centre. Come and celebrate her work and explore […]
November 2026
DINOSAUR ADVENTURE LIVE
2PM & 4:30PM The Greatest Prehistoric Show on Earth. Join the intrepid rangers on a quest to recover the data crystal, restore power to the island and save the Dinosaurs! This awe-inspiring interactive stage show captivates both young and young at heart, immersing audiences in the enthralling & realistic world of Dinosaurs. “It’s Totally T-rex-iffic”
Talking Threads Sewing Studio
Talking Threads Sewing Studio (Age 16+) Saturday Sewing Workshops, 10am-3pm Every Saturday at Widnes Market, Prices start from £10 for 2 hours. Whether you’re a complete beginner or already know your way around a sewing machine, these relaxed, hands-on workshops are a chance to learn, create and have a bit of a natter along the way. You’ll […]
Talking Threads Sewing Studio
Talking Threads Sewing Studio (Age 16+) Saturday Sewing Workshops, 10am-3pm Every Saturday at Widnes Market, Prices start from £10 for 2 hours. Whether you’re a complete beginner or already know your way around a sewing machine, these relaxed, hands-on workshops are a chance to learn, create and have a bit of a natter along the way. You’ll […]
Free Winter Pride Beyond Allyship
Winter Pride Beyond Allyship Saturday 14th November, 11-3pm Halton Lea, Shopping City No ticket/booking required, All ages Winter Pride will celebrate local talent through performances, information stalls and local sellers. Creative and educational activities will explore LGBTQ+ experiences, including letter writing, candle making with discussions about HIV, badge making to explore pronouns, flashcards and historical […]
ANNIE – PRESENTED BY CENTENARY THEATRE COMPANY
7.30PM, 2PM & 7.30PM SAT. ONLY | THEATRE |£27.50, £22.50 JUNIOR, £90 FAMILY TICKET. This heart warming Christmas treat follows little orphan Annie as she brings hope and joy to everyone she meets — even the gruff billionaire Oliver Warbucks. With festive cheer, dazzling performances, and classic songs like Tomorrow and It’s the Hard Knock […]
Hand-Building Pottery Workshop: Make a Christmas Tree Lantern 2 part workshop
Woolyback Crafts, Hand-Building Pottery Workshop: Make a Christmas Tree Lantern 2 part workshop Saturday 21st November AND Saturday 5th December, 10-1pm @Hazlehurst Studios, Runcorn Old Town Tickets £50 (plus booking fee, £54.88) All ages welcome! Join us for 2 sessions where you will make and decorate your very own ceramic Christmas tree lantern. In the […]
Hand-Building Pottery Workshop: Make a Christmas Tree Lantern 2 part workshop
Woolyback Crafts, Hand-Building Pottery Workshop: Make a Christmas Tree Lantern 2 part workshop Saturday 21st November AND Saturday 5th December, 2-5pm @Hazlehurst Studios, Runcorn Old Town Tickets £50 (plus booking fee, £54.88) All ages welcome! Join us for 2 sessions where you will make and decorate your very own ceramic Christmas tree lantern. In the […]
Talking Threads Sewing Studio
Talking Threads Sewing Studio (Age 16+) Saturday Sewing Workshops, 10am-3pm Every Saturday at Widnes Market, Prices start from £10 for 2 hours. Whether you’re a complete beginner or already know your way around a sewing machine, these relaxed, hands-on workshops are a chance to learn, create and have a bit of a natter along the way. You’ll […]
FREE FAMILY EVENT! Christmas Tree Light Switch On
Saturday 21st November, 10am – 2pm Community Square, Shopping City Free Event, 3 + years LET THE CHRISTMAS MAGIC BEGIN AT SHOPPING CITY! Get ready to kick off the festive season with our Christmas Tree Light Switch On! There’s something for everyone to enjoy live entertainment, crafts, magic show, face painting & Christmas Walkabout characters.
Hand-Building Pottery Workshop: Festive House Lantern 2 part workshop
Woolyback Crafts, Hand-Building Pottery Workshop: Festive House Lantern 2 part workshop Sunday 22nd November AND Sunday 6th December, 10am-12pm @Hazlehurst Studios, Runcorn Old Town Tickets £40 (plus booking fee, £44.04), All ages welcome! Join us for 2 sessions where you will make and decorate your very own festive house lantern. In the first session you […]
Hand-Building Pottery Workshop: Festive House Lantern 2 part workshop
Woolyback Crafts, Hand-Building Pottery Workshop: Festive House Lantern 2 part workshop Sunday 22nd November AND Sunday 6th December, 3.30-5.30pm Hazlehurst Studios, Runcorn Old Town Tickets £40 (plus booking fee, £44.04) All ages welcome! Join us for 2 sessions where you will make and decorate your very own festive house lantern. In the first session you […]
Daisy Hannah and Mondegreen
Catalyst After Hours at Catalyst Science Discovery Centre and Museum Funded by Aspire Grants Thursday 26th November 16 plus, Tickets £5, 7.30pm start An evening of music in our fabulous observatory
Talking Threads Sewing Studio
Talking Threads Sewing Studio (Age 16+) Saturday Sewing Workshops, 10am-3pm Every Saturday at Widnes Market, Prices start from £10 for 2 hours. Whether you’re a complete beginner or already know your way around a sewing machine, these relaxed, hands-on workshops are a chance to learn, create and have a bit of a natter along the way. You’ll […]
December 2026
Christmas Pottery Painting for All Ages
Woolyback Crafts, Christmas Pottery Painting for All Ages Thursday 3rd December, 4.30-6.30pm @The Bake House, Runcorn Tickets: Child £25 Adult £27 All ages welcome! In this two-hour session, you will have the opportunity to design and decorate your own personalised trio of Christmas tree ornaments or a Christmas plate! A hot or cold drink of […]
Christmas Pottery Paint and Sip (Adults only!)
Woolyback Crafts, Christmas Pottery Paint and Sip (Adults only!) Thursday 3rd December, 7-9pm @The Bake House, Runcorn Tickets £25, Adults only In this two-hour session, you will have the opportunity to design and decorate your own personalised trio of Christmas tree ornaments or a Christmas plate! A festive cocktail or welcome drink to get the […]
Molly Doyle and The Mersey Flows funded by Aspire Grants
Thur 3rd December, 7.30pm start Tickets £5, 16 plus An evening of music in our fabulous observatory
Pottery Painting Workshop – Christmas Gnomes
Woolyback Crafts, Pottery Painting Workshop – Christmas Gnomes Saturday 5th December, 3-5pm, 6-8pm Hazlehurst Studios, Runcorn Old Town Tickets £17.85 (plus booking fee, £20.05), All ages welcome! In this two hour session you will have the opportunity to design and decorate your own ceramic Christmas gnome/gonk. This workshop is completely beginner-friendly! Whatever your level of […]
Talking Threads Sewing Studio
Talking Threads Sewing Studio (Age 16+) Saturday Sewing Workshops, 10am-3pm Every Saturday at Widnes Market, Prices start from £10 for 2 hours. Whether you’re a complete beginner or already know your way around a sewing machine, these relaxed, hands-on workshops are a chance to learn, create and have a bit of a natter along the way. You’ll […]
SNOW WHITE – PANTOMIME
The Brindley’s magical festive pantomime is once again presented by the brilliant New Pantomime Productions. It’s sure to have the usual spectacular scenery, dazzling costumes, hilarious jokes, singalong songs and fun for all the family. Relaxed Performance: Tuesday 29th December @ 2.30pm. Performance with British Sign Language: Wednesday 30th December @ 6.30pm.
The Brindley Panto Snow White
Wednesday 9th December 2026 to Sunday 10th January 2027 | Times Vary | Theatre TICKET PRICES: £30 Adult, £23 Child, £20 Groups 15 plus. PLATINUM PERFORMANCES: £35. Saturday 19th (2.30pm), Sunday 20th (2.30pm), Monday 21st (2.30pm), Tuesday 22nd (2.30pm & 6.30pm), Wednesday 23rd (2.30pm & 6.30pm), Thursday 24th (11am & 2.30pm) & Thursday 31st December […]
SANTA’S BEST EVER CHRISTMAS
Join Father Christmas and friends in this brand new, festive, musical, interactive adventure to make 2026 Santa’s Best Ever Christmas! Featuring the voice of children’s TV star Chris Jarvis as Dasher the Reindeer, it’s a family show most suitable for 2-8 year olds, where every child will receive a specially wrapped present from Santa – […]
FREE NCNW Christmas Grotto
Come along for a magical festive day for everyone! Chocolate Gift from Santa Hot chocolate Station Exciting Raffle Prizes Fantastic Prizes Fun activity Stations and of course… A Special Visit from Santa! ALL PROCEEDS GO TO NCNW SERVICES
The Brindley Panto Snow White Relaxed Performance
Tuesday 29th December 2026 | 2.30pm | Theatre | £30 Adult, £23 Child, £20 Groups 15 plus. All prices include booking fee. Our fantastic festive pantomime is presented by the brilliant 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 […]
February 2027
DEAR ZOO
1.30PM & 4PM | THEATRE | £18 ADULT, £16 JUNIOR The timeless children’s classic book returns to the stage! See our characters write to the Zoo. Who will be delivered? A cheeky monkey, a jumpy frog and of course a perfect puppy. Share a magical experience as the story unfolds with child-engaging puppets, music and […]
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