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Fri 11 Apr 2025 8:00 PM

Mark Radcliffe and David Boardman

BBC Radio’s Mark Radcliffe and guitarist David Boardman are singing, songwriting, strumming, and swigging buddies from the badlands of the Cheshire Plain.

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Fri 11 Jul 2025 8:00 PM

Beatles Complete

Beatles Complete present a night of Beatlemania packed with massive hits from the most influential band of all time.

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Thu 13 Feb 2025 7:30 PM

LipService presents Funny Stuff

Funny Stuff is Sue Ryding's humorous and creative response to grief following the death of her comedy partner Maggie Fox, a look at the “stuff” we hoard and hate to let go.

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Sun 11 May 2025 7:30 PM

Jerron Paxton

Songs of heartache and joy from Jerron Paxton. A skilled performer of Black American traditional music, his new album of original songs sounds like it was beamed in from a century ago.

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Sat 15 Feb 2025 7:00 PM

Rachel Newton

Rachel Newton draws on poems and ballads that are hundreds of years old, working them into her contemporary style to create a rich sound that is ambitious, original and unique.

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Thu 12 Dec 8:00 PM

Get A Christmas Round In

Four artists share the stage to showcase their songwriting talent and tell the stories behind their music. Featuring Joe Martin, Alina Ly, Zoe Kyoti, and Ben P Williams.

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Fri 4 Apr 2025 8:00 PM

Moving Pictures – A tribute to Rush

2025 is the tenth anniversary of Rush's last ever tour when they played a retrospective covering their entire back catalogue. Moving Pictures bring that same retrospective to The Met.

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Sat 1 Mar 2025 7:30 PM

Markus Birdman: We Are All In The Gutter, But Some Of Us Are Looking At The Gutter

A candid and hilarious new stand-up hour from Markus Birdman, as seen on Britain’s Got Talent. Plus support Malinda Mukuma.

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Sat 28 Jun 2025 7:30 PM

G2 Definitive Genesis

G2 Definitive Genesis pay tribute to Genesis’ four-man “Seconds Out” era, whilst also dipping back into the earlier Gabriel years.

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Sat 30 Nov 7:30 PM

LOUDER Cabaret

Our monthly LGBTQ+ cabaret night goes big for November and moves to the Derby Hall! Featuring Divina De Campo, Coco Deville, Bethany Black, and more.

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Thu 14 Nov 5:00 PM

Bury Lantern Parade

A special seasonal gathering in Bury town centre featuring children and families who have created magical lanterns in advance in schools and workshops.

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Fri 29 Nov 7:00 PM

The Secret Storytelling Club

The Secret Storytelling Club invites you to an unforgettable evening of captivating tales, spine tingling songs, and thought-provoking conversations.

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Thu 27 Mar 2025 7:30 PM

Chesney Hawkes – Live in ’25

Chesney Hawkes was one of the UK’s biggest pop stars of the ’90s. Now he's back with new single Get A Hold Of Yourself.

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Fri 28 Feb 2025 8:00 PM

Ranagri

Ranagri are an award winning folk band from Ireland and England. They create a sound that is both mesmerising and unforgettable.

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Fri 31 Jan 2025 8:00 PM

Limehouse Lizzy

Limehouse Lizzy continue to keep the spirit of Celtic rock icon Philip Lynott and his band Thin Lizzy alive.

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Sat 22 Feb 2025 8:00 PM

Noasis

The definitive tribute to Manchester's super group Oasis. With obsessive attention to detail they recreate the real Oasis experience playing all the classic songs as if they were their own.

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Fri 13 Dec 7:30 PM

Metro Jazz Presents: Jingle Jazz!

Our one and only, long time running community Jazz Orchestra, Metro Jazz, are back with the biggest and best collection of jazz music to bring Christmas into swing!

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Thu 3 Apr 2025 7:30 PM

The Manfreds

Nearly sixty years on from their 1960s heyday, The Manfreds return to perform their hits with original front man Paul Jones.

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Thu 6 Mar 2025 7:30 PM

The Irish House Party

Incredibly talented musicians and dancers bring you the sound and fun of Ireland in an intimate and homely setting.

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Fri 11 Apr 2025 10:00 AM, 12:30 PM, 3:00 PM

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Teach Rex Live

This unique interactive show teaches children about the most mesmerising creatures that have ever roamed our planet – dinosaurs! Ages 3+.

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Thu 19 Dec 7:30 PM

St Agnes Fountain

St Agnes Fountain bring musical invention and laughter to the star-dust atmosphere of the Christmas season.

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Thu 8 May 2025 7:30 PM
Fri 9 May 2025 7:30 PM + more times

The Jerseys

Join The Jerseys as they celebrate the timeless music of the one-hundred-million album selling Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons.

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Thu 23 Jan 2025 7:30 PM

Genesis Songbook – Acoustic

This acoustic show from Genesis Songbook take you through Genesis' hits and rarely heard album tunes, including some tracks they themselves never played live.

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Sat 13 Sep 2025 8:00 PM

Join local legends Well Said for this Fortieth Anniversary headline performance. Featuring cherished favourites from their past, alongside their current mix of brass-driven cover versions. Plus support.

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Family - Last session: Tue 22 Oct 2024 at 10:00 AM - This event has now passed

October Half Term Drama Day

Unfortunately, this event has been cancelled. Ticket holders will be contacted and offered a full refund.

Music - Last session: Sun 22 Sep 2024 at 7:00 PM - This event has now passed

Ist Ist

Bury's vinyl record store Wax and Beans are bringing Ist Ist to Bury to celebrate the release of their new album Light A Bigger Fire.

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Family - Last session: Sun 8 Sep 2024 at 10:00 AM - This event has now passed

Storytelling Strolls – Heritage Inspired storytelling walk for children and their families

Join storytelling explorers from The League of Curiosity on a unique Storytelling Stroll inspired by the folkloric heritage of Bury! Part of Heritage Weekend. Ages 7+.

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Thu 21 Nov 6:15 PM

Family Stories and Dragons: A Fantasy Role-Playing Game for all the Family!

Join the League of Curiosity for Family Stories and Dragons, a unique experience where families come together within our Storytelling Hub to explore a world of fantasy and adventure.

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Last session: Sun 8 Sep 2024 at 10:30 AM - This event has now passed

History of The Met Pop-Up Exhibition

Take a trip through time with this exciting exhibition exploring the history of The Met.

Family - Last session: Sat 7 Sep 2024 at 1:00 PM - This event has now passed

From the River’s Mouth

Join two travelling laundry workers as they tell a tale of rivers, sea birds and ancient gods. A FREE twenty minute storytelling event as part of Heritage Weekend. Ages 5+

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Fri 8 Nov 12:00 PM

Irwell writers celebrate National Poetry Day (later!)

Come along and join in with the Irwell Writers Group reading either one of your own poems or a personal favourite.

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Wed 20 Nov 7:00 PM

An Evening at the Two Crows with photographer Richard Davis

Come and chill and engage at the Two Crows Arts Studio with renowned photographer Richard Davis talking Manchesters brutalism and post punk culture.

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Mon 7:00 PM
Mon 11 Nov 7:00 PM + more times

Bury Youth Dance

Join us in Bury Youth Dance to develop skills, create new work, perform at a range of platforms and make connections to build career paths in dance.

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Sat 10:00 AM
Sat 9 Nov 10:00 AM + more times

Family Lantern Making Workshops

Build a lantern to share in our magical festival of light.

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Sun 17 Nov 10:30 AM

Foil Art Family Craft Workshop with Caroline Coates

Family foil art workshop inspired by the traditional Mexican Milagro! Suitable for ages 5+.

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Fri 29 Nov 6:00 PM

Leather Sketchbook Workshop with Caroline Coates

Unleash your creativity and craft your very own leather sketchbook from scratch. Vegan leather available. Ages 16+.

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Sat 18 Jan 2025 11:00 AM

RockFit Live!

Get ready for a fitness class like no other... RockFit Live! featuring your favourite RockFit tracks performed live by Manchester's DACARA, co-fronted by Dan Moran.

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Sat 7 Dec 10:30 AM
Sat 8 Feb 2025 10:30 AM + more times

‘Spirit’: Networking and Training for Bury-based Artists and Creatives

A series of networking and training events for artists and creatives living and/ or working in Bury and the surrounding areas.

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Today 12:00 PM
Wed 6 Nov 12:00 PM + more times

Home Educated Drama Workshop

A brand new weekly drama class specially created for children and young people who are home educated.

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Mon 5:30 PM
Mon 11 Nov 5:30 PM + more times

The School of Curiosity

Is your child aged 10-14 and bursting with creativity? Do they love reading and telling stories? Do they have a passion for the world of imagination? Then look no further!

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