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SUMMARY:Midwifery Postnatal Clinic
DESCRIPTION:Midwifery appointment for you and your new baby. \nAppointments from Midwives will come through Badger Notes.
URL:https://whatson.oldham.gov.uk/event/midwifery-postnatal-clinic-2-2/2026-07-28/
LOCATION:Best Start Family Hub — Beever\, Moorby Street\, Oldham\, OL1 3QU
CATEGORIES:Children & Families,Family Hubs
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SUMMARY:Development Clinic
DESCRIPTION:Run by practitioners from the Health Visiting service\, our development clinics assess the development of children aged 9-12 months and 24-30 months old. This is to support parents in knowing their child’s development is on track. \nHealth Visitors discuss a variety of health topics in development clinics with parents and carers as part of a holistic assessment to support children and their families. You can seek support and advice around diet\, sleep\, oral health\, toileting\, parenting\, and immunisations\, as well as social\, emotional\, and physical development. \nThis service is by appointment only. To book an appointment\, please contact your Best Start Family Hub. \nIf you are concerned about your child’s development\, please contact your local Health Visitor.
URL:https://whatson.oldham.gov.uk/event/development-clinic-5/2026-07-28/
LOCATION:Best Start Family Hub — Shaw and Crompton\, High Street\, Shaw\, Oldham\, OL2 8RF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Children & Families,Family Hubs
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SUMMARY:Development and Weaning Clinic
DESCRIPTION:See a Health Visitor to discuss your child’s development and talk through any questions or concerns. \nBookings only: please contact the Best Start Family Hub for details.
URL:https://whatson.oldham.gov.uk/event/development-weaning-clinic-2/2026-07-28/
LOCATION:Best Start Family Hub — Alexandra\, Wildmoor Avenue\, Oldham\, OL4 5PU
CATEGORIES:Children & Families,Family Hubs
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SUMMARY:Midwifery Antenatal Clinic
DESCRIPTION:Midwifery appointment for you and your unborn baby. \nAppointments from Midwives will come through Badger Notes.
URL:https://whatson.oldham.gov.uk/event/midwifery-antenatal-clinic-12/2026-07-28/
LOCATION:Best Start Family Hub — Spring Meadows\, Leamington Street\, Oldham\, OL4 2RN
CATEGORIES:Children & Families,Family Hubs
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SUMMARY:Baby Clinic
DESCRIPTION:Come along to our Well Baby Clinic to have your baby weighed and checked. You can also seek advice about any and all aspects of feeding\, nursing\, development\, and caring for babies and pre-school children. \nTo book an appointment\, please contact the Best Start Family Hub.
URL:https://whatson.oldham.gov.uk/event/play-and-weigh-2/2026-07-28/
LOCATION:Best Start Family Hub — Shaw and Crompton\, High Street\, Shaw\, Oldham\, OL2 8RF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Children & Families,Family Hubs
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SUMMARY:Baby Play
DESCRIPTION:This is a free-to-access play session for babies and children aged 0–12 months (or not walking). Come along to play\, sing\, and have fun together! \nBooking only: please contact the Best Start Family Hub for more details.
URL:https://whatson.oldham.gov.uk/event/baby-play-2/2026-07-28/
LOCATION:Best Start Family Hub — Stanley Road\, Derby Street\, Oldham\, OL9 7HX\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Baby Play
DESCRIPTION:This is a free-to-access play session for babies and children aged 0–12 months (or not walking). Come along to play\, sing\, and have fun together! \nBooking only: please contact the Best Start Family Hub for more details. You can call Best Start Family Hub — Medlock Vale on 0161 206 0409.
URL:https://whatson.oldham.gov.uk/event/baby-play-5-2-2/2026-07-28/
LOCATION:Best Start Family Hub — Medlock Vale\, Hadfield Street\, Oldham\, OL8 3BP\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Stay and Play
DESCRIPTION:Free play and stimulation sessions for children up to five years old. Join us for fun\, imaginative play and activities that you and your child will love. \nBooking only: please contact the Best Start Family Hub for more details.
URL:https://whatson.oldham.gov.uk/event/stay-and-play-2/2026-07-28/
LOCATION:Best Start Family Hub — Spring Meadows\, Leamington Street\, Oldham\, OL4 2RN
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SUMMARY:Stay\, Chat and Play
DESCRIPTION:Stay\, Chat and Play sessions are being run with Proud 2 B Parents\, a local charity supporting LGBT+ families.  They're full of fun\, creativity\, and celebration\, with activities including rainbow playdough\, water play\, pride flag making\, parachute games\, sensory activities\, storytelling\, music\, and more. From the tiniest babies to older children\, there are playful experiences for everyone to enjoy together. \nThese sessions celebrate Pride\, joyful family connections\, and the wonderful diversity within our community. Come along to meet other LGBT+ families\, share experiences\, make new friendships\, and enjoy welcoming spaces filled with colour\, laughter\, imagination and play. \nTo learn more about Proud 2 B Parents\, click here.
URL:https://whatson.oldham.gov.uk/event/stay-chat-and-play/2026-07-28/
LOCATION:Best Start Family Hub — Alexandra\, Wildmoor Avenue\, Oldham\, OL4 5PU
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260728T100000
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SUMMARY:Housing Options
DESCRIPTION:The Council housing team provide advice and information about housing and homelessness.
URL:https://whatson.oldham.gov.uk/event/housing-options/2026-07-28/
LOCATION:Failsworth Town Hall\, Oldham Road\, Failsworth\, M35 0FH
CATEGORIES:Support & Advice
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SUMMARY:Live@TheLibrary: The Ultimate Bubble Show
DESCRIPTION:Ray Bubbles\, International Bubbleologist and Guinness World Record Holder\, presents THE ULTIMATE BUBBLE SHOW!
URL:https://whatson.oldham.gov.uk/event/livethelibrary-the-ultimate-bubble-show-5/
LOCATION:Oldham Library & Lifelong Learning Centre\, Greaves Street\, Oldham\, OL1 1AL\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Children & Families,Cinema, Music & Theatre
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SUMMARY:Play\, Learn and Grow
DESCRIPTION:Play\, Learn\, Grow is a free\, supportive eight-week coaching programme that gives parents and carers the skills to support their child’s learning and development at home with fun activities and strategies. The programme is aimed at children aged 18 months to 5 years old\, but younger siblings can also come to sessions. \nWe focus on a range of topics across the eight weeks to support children's holistic development\, including listening and understanding\, speech and communication\, fine and gross motor skills\, literacy and early maths. Our biggest focus is creating a nurturing\, safe environment for parents and children to have fun playing and learning together. \nDuring each session\, parents are encouraged to think about the strategies that are working well for them and their child\, and how they can keep building on their progress at home. By empowering parents to support early learning and skill development at home\, children are more likely to be ‘school ready’ and able to thrive in education. \nTo request a place on a Play\, Learn\, Grow programme\, you can fill in this short form and the team will get in touch with you about upcoming groups. You can also contact your local Best Start Family Hub. \nPlay\, Learn\, Grow is run with Home-Start HOST\, who also lead programmes in schools and nurseries and through one-to-one home visits.
URL:https://whatson.oldham.gov.uk/event/play-learn-and-grow/2026-07-28/
LOCATION:Best Start Family Hub — Medlock Vale\, Hadfield Street\, Oldham\, OL8 3BP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Children & Families,Family Hubs
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260728T160000
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SUMMARY:Dad Matters drop-in
DESCRIPTION:Drop in on the fourth Tuesday of every month and say hello to the Dad Matters team at Best Start Family Hub — Beever. The team\, who are all dads themselves\, will be happy to answer any questions you have about becoming a father\, helping your partner during pregnancy\, birth\, and postnatally\, or anything else you'd like to know. You can also learn more about Dad Matters' events and work in the community. \n\nTo learn more about Dad Matters\, click here.
URL:https://whatson.oldham.gov.uk/event/dad-matters-drop-in-3/2026-07-28/
LOCATION:Best Start Family Hub — Beever\, Moorby Street\, Oldham\, OL1 3QU
CATEGORIES:Children & Families,Family Hubs
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260728T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260728T140500
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SUMMARY:Live@TheLibrary: The Ultimate Bubble Show
DESCRIPTION:Ray Bubbles\, International Bubbleologist and Guinness World Record Holder\, presents THE ULTIMATE BUBBLE SHOW! \n\n\n\n\nRay is on a mission to master the art of bubble-making and create the ultimate square bubble! \nThis show promises a whirlwind of excitement and surprises\, as he uses various different gases to craft stunning bubble sculptures\, effects\, and magical displays. \nPrepare to be amazed as he creates a volcano bubble\, a soap bubble carousel\, a bubble ghost\, and even a tornado inside a bubble! \nThe show was inspired by Ray’s work with SEND schools\, adult neurodivergent groups\, and science centres across Europe. \nThe performance is suitable for children and adults with additional needs. \nJoin Ray and see if he can create the ultimate square bubble!
URL:https://whatson.oldham.gov.uk/event/livethelibrary-the-ultimate-bubble-show-4/
LOCATION:Oldham Library & Lifelong Learning Centre\, Greaves Street\, Oldham\, OL1 1AL\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Children & Families,Cinema, Music & Theatre,Dance/Drama,Town of Culture
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260728T130000
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SUMMARY:Failsworth Baby Bistro
DESCRIPTION:Location: Failsworth Town Hall\, Failsworth Library (in the White Kirk Room)\, Oldham Road\, Failsworth\, M35 0FJ. \nHome-Start HOST's Infant Feeding Peer Support Team work with Oldham Best Start Family Hubs to run Baby Bistros\, which are breastfeeding peer support groups. Drop in for help and advice on feeding your baby from experts and Home-Start HOST's peer supporters\, and chat to other new parents. \nHome-Start HOST is a local charity helping families across Oldham and Greater Manchester. As well as Baby Bistros\, the team of staff and volunteers offer a range of support\, including support in maternity hospital wards\, home visits\, perinatal peer support groups\, and Dad Matters. \nFor more information about Home-Start HOST\, click here. To learn more about the Infant Feeding Peer Support Team's work\, please call or text 07802883947.
URL:https://whatson.oldham.gov.uk/event/failsworth-baby-bistro/2026-07-28/
LOCATION:Failsworth Town Hall\, Oldham Road\, Failsworth\, M35 0FH
CATEGORIES:Children & Families,Family Hubs
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260728T130000
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SUMMARY:"With You In Mind" Parent Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Come and join our supportive network of parents and little ones. These weekly group sessions offer a welcoming space for you to share your experiences\, connect to your community\, and access support. \nChildren aged 2 and under are welcome\, and we also welcome expectant parents. \n"With You In Mind" is run with Home-Start HOST. To learn more about these groups\, get in touch with Ellen from Home-Start HOST by calling 07834 564 251\, or emailing ellenasendrych@homestarthost.org.uk. You can also call the main Home-Start HOST number at 0161 344 0669.
URL:https://whatson.oldham.gov.uk/event/with-you-in-mind-parent-support-group/2026-07-28/
LOCATION:Best Start Family Hub — Shaw and Crompton\, High Street\, Shaw\, Oldham\, OL2 8RF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Children & Families,Family Hubs,Parenting support
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SUMMARY:Stay and Play
DESCRIPTION:Free play and stimulation sessions for children up to five years old. Join us for fun\, imaginative play and activities that you and your child will love. \nBooking only: please contact the Best Start Family Hub for more details.
URL:https://whatson.oldham.gov.uk/event/stay-and-play-5/2026-07-28/
LOCATION:Best Start Family Hub — Stanley Road\, Derby Street\, Oldham\, OL9 7HX\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Children & Families,Family Hubs
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SUMMARY:Baby Play
DESCRIPTION:This is a free-to-access play session for babies and children aged 0–12 months (or not walking). Come along to play\, sing\, and have fun together! \nBooking only: please contact the Best Start Family Hub for more details.
URL:https://whatson.oldham.gov.uk/event/stay-and-play-4-2/2026-07-28/
LOCATION:Best Start Family Hub — Spring Meadows\, Leamington Street\, Oldham\, OL4 2RN
CATEGORIES:Children & Families,Family Hubs
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SUMMARY:Baby Bonding
DESCRIPTION:Location: Best Start Family Hub — Medlock Vale\, Hadfield Street\, Hathershaw\, Oldham\, OL8 3BP. \nA five–week course for parents of babies from 28 weeks conception to up to 1 year (providing the baby is still non-mobile)\, supporting parents to develop a strong bond with their baby before birth and through the early stages of their life. \nEach hour-long session teaches parents about their baby’s brain development\, as well as ways to understand and communicate with their baby through fun activities. It’s particularly helpful for parents feeling anxious or worried about parenting their new baby. \nTo register\, please email parentsupporthub@oldham.gov.uk
URL:https://whatson.oldham.gov.uk/event/baby-bonding-16/
LOCATION:Best Start Family Hub — Medlock Vale\, Hadfield Street\, Oldham\, OL8 3BP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Children & Families,Family Hubs,Parenting support
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260728T143000
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SUMMARY:Parent Voice Forum
DESCRIPTION:Come and have your say at our Parent Voice Forum! \nYour little ones can play\, and you can chat to other parents and the Parent Voice team\, in these fun sessions for the whole family. Our Parent Voice team work with families in Oldham to make our Best Start Family Hubs even better\, finding out what's going well and what else local families need. \nFeedback from families at the Parent Voice Forum is already making a difference as it has helped the team develop the Parents and Carers' Toolkit\, which has loads of information about support for families in Oldham. So\, if you have an idea on how we can help families like yours\, come along and chat to us! \nThere's plenty for nursery- and primary school-aged children to stay and play with\, and information about our Parent Panels for parents and carers. No need to book: all families are welcome to drop in.
URL:https://whatson.oldham.gov.uk/event/parent-voice-forum/2026-07-28/
LOCATION:Best Start Family Hub — Beever\, Moorby Street\, Oldham\, OL1 3QU
CATEGORIES:Children & Families,Family Hubs
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260728T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260728T160500
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SUMMARY:Live@TheLibrary: The Ultimate Bubble Show
DESCRIPTION:Ray Bubbles\, International Bubbleologist and Guinness World Record Holder\, presents THE ULTIMATE BUBBLE SHOW!
URL:https://whatson.oldham.gov.uk/event/livethelibrary-the-ultimate-bubble-show-3/
LOCATION:Oldham Library & Lifelong Learning Centre\, Greaves Street\, Oldham\, OL1 1AL\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Children & Families,Cinema, Music & Theatre
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260728T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260728T210000
DTSTAMP:20260309T142115Z
CREATED:20260309T142115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T142115Z
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SUMMARY:Tuesday Quizzing @ The Up Steps Inn
DESCRIPTION:Fancy a quiz with your burger?\nWe've got you covered. Join us every Tuesday for our weekly quiz!
URL:https://whatson.oldham.gov.uk/event/tuesday-quizzing-the-up-steps-inn/2026-07-28/
LOCATION:The Up Steps Inn\, 17 - 23 High Street\, Oldham\, OL1 3AJ
CATEGORIES:Cinema, Music & Theatre,Nightlife,Out With The Girls
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260729T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260729T190000
DTSTAMP:20260602T140124Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T140124Z
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SUMMARY:SEND drop-in with POINT
DESCRIPTION:Do you care for a child or young person (0–25) with additional needs or disabilities? Come and chat to the Oldham Parent Carer Forum!\n​\nOldham Parent Carer Forum\, supported by the charity POINT\, is holding more free SEND drop-in sessions across Oldham in April. Come along for advice\, support\, or just a friendly chat \nOldham Parent Carer Forum work with the Best Start Family Hubs\, hosting free SEND drop-in sessions across all five Oldham Districts. Come along for advice\, support\, or just a friendly chat\, and learn where you can find further support.
URL:https://whatson.oldham.gov.uk/event/point-drop-in-3/2026-07-29/
LOCATION:Best Start Family Hub — Medlock Vale\, Hadfield Street\, Oldham\, OL8 3BP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Children & Families,Family Hubs
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260730T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260730T160000
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SUMMARY:Dad Matters drop-in
DESCRIPTION:Drop in on the last Thursday of every month and say hello to the Dad Matters team at Best Start Family Hub — Alexandra. The team\, who are all dads themselves\, will be happy to answer any questions you have about becoming a father\, helping your partner during pregnancy\, birth\, and postnatally\, or anything else you'd like to know. You can also learn more about Dad Matters' events and work in the community. \n\nTo learn more about Dad Matters\, click here.
URL:https://whatson.oldham.gov.uk/event/dad-matters-drop-in-2/2026-07-30/
LOCATION:Best Start Family Hub — Alexandra\, Wildmoor Avenue\, Oldham\, OL4 5PU
CATEGORIES:Children & Families,Family Hubs
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260801T000000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260801T235959
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SUMMARY:Khushi Festival
DESCRIPTION:Khushi Festival - Oldham's festival of happiness - is back with a full day of comedy\, music\, theatre\, art\, market stalls and free family activities celebrating South Asian culture. Expect big performances\, delicious food and hands-on activities for all ages. Khushi is open to everyone and is about celebrating culture\, creativity and community. \nAward-winning comedian Shazia Mirza headlines\, with a brilliantly funny stand-up set exploring family life\, relationships and modern culture. \nThere's new music from ground-breaking singer songwriter Satnam Galsian\, commissioned by Oldham Coliseum Theatre\, Manchester Jazz Festival and The Old Courts Wigan. Love or Sacrifice explores themes of gender roles and the expectations of women in South Asian culture. \nThe Whirling Dervish Experience offers you the chance to discover the beauty and symbolism behind a centuries-old tradition\, presented by a practising dervish of the Melvelvi Order\, based on the teachings of the 13th-century poet and Sufi mystic Rumi.  \n\n\nCHAI Stories is a lively\, family-friendly performance bringing together theatre\, live music\, puppetry and bilingual storytelling. Created by the Women's CHAI Project’s West Oldham group alongside artist Kauser Mukhtar (Khooghi\, Bradford City of Culture 2025). \nFor younger audiences\, Move Manchester presents Lilo Lost It! an interactive dance theatre experience for children and families. Join Lilo as she embarks on her greatest journey yet. From tuk-tuk rides in India\, canoeing across Wales\, cooking Chapatis at her grandma's house to reaching the top of mountains\, she needs your help to learn how to celebrate all parts of her heritage and what makes her who she is. \nWaterfall of Kites is a free exhibition inspired by the traditional spring kite festivals that take place across South Asia. Look up at around 100 handmade kites suspended from across Oldham Gallery's ceiling.  Many carry stories and reflections from the artists and communities that brought them to life. Alongside work by award-winning artist Sue Walpole\, there are newly commissioned pieces by Oldham artists Samaya Javed\, Iqra Khadiza and Dada Zubeda\, and contributions from Oldham community groups: Yuvanis Foundation\, The Indian Association - Saheli Group and Greenhill CHAI Project.  \nThere's a sharp\, funny one-woman comedy show with My Mum Told Me Not To Marry A [ ] by multidisciplinary artist and DJ Amina Aaliya Beg\, along music and a free DJ workshop outside the library. \nAcross the day\, you’ll also be able to take part in henna art\, mandala making\, giant bubbles\, retro arcade games\, crafts\, storytelling\, face painting\, puppetry\, giant Lego\, badge-making and more. \nOldham's Khushi festival is organised in partnership with Oldham Coliseum Theatre\, and the CHAI Women’s Project\, with support from Oldham Borough Council and thanks to Oldham Theatre Workshop.  \nCome along and get involved!
URL:https://whatson.oldham.gov.uk/event/khushi-festival/
LOCATION:Oldham Library and Gallery\, Greaves Street\, Oldham\, OL1 1AL
CATEGORIES:Festivals & Outdoor Events,Town of Culture
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260801T014500
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SUMMARY:Lilo Lost It! (Part of Khushi Festival 2026)
DESCRIPTION:Lilo needs your help! She loves adventure but is feeling confused about her life and who she is.\nJoin Lilo in her bedroom as she navigates her magical map and embarks on her greatest journey yet. From tuk-tuk rides in India\, canoeing across Wales\, crossing the sea all by herself\, cooking Chapatis at her grandma's house to reaching the top of mountains\, Lilo needs your help to learn how to celebrate all parts of her heritage and what makes her who she is. \nCreated by Move Manchester\, expect vibrant movement\, playful storytelling and a world shaped by curiosity. Bright\, bold and bursting with imagination\, Lilo Lost It! is an interactive dance theatre experience for children and families. It speaks to children who've wondered where they fit and families building a story of their own. \nA joyful celebration of mixed heritage identity\, belonging and self-discovery\, this is theatre that moves in every sense of the word.
URL:https://whatson.oldham.gov.uk/event/lilo-lost-it-part-of-khushi-festival-2026/
LOCATION:Oldham Library (Performance Space)\, Greaves Street\, Oldham\, England\, OL1 1AL\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Children & Families,Cinema, Music & Theatre,Dance/Drama,Festivals & Outdoor Events,Town of Culture
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260801T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260801T114500
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SUMMARY:Wake Up & Draw
DESCRIPTION:Join Move Manchester for an energising drawing workshop to kick start your day at Khushi Festival 2026!\nThis is an interactive\, family friendly session looking at maps\, expression and identity. It encourages you to engage in your own journey: exploring the things you enjoy\, do and wish to do. You'll get a chance to design a leaf which you can cut out and hang on a tree\, or take home. These leaves will be added to the tree as part of the set of the play 'Lilo Lost It' at 1.45pm in Oldham Library Theatre. \nDesigned for all ages and abilities\, this workshop is exceptionally accessible and fun! \nThis is a free event but numbers are limited\, so please do book in advance. On the day\, there will be a queue for walk-ins.
URL:https://whatson.oldham.gov.uk/event/wake-up-draw/
LOCATION:Oldham Theatre Workshop\, Greaves Street\, Oldham\, OL1 1DN
CATEGORIES:All ages,Art & Crafts,Children & Families,Creative,Town of Culture
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260801T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260801T114500
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SUMMARY:CHAI Stories
DESCRIPTION:A lively\, family-friendly performance bringing together theatre\, live music\, puppetry and bilingual storytelling as part of Khushi Festival.\nCreated by the Women's CHAI Project’s West Oldham group alongside artist Kauser Mukhtar (Khooghi\, Bradford City of Culture 2025)\, this special new piece explores themes of joy\, identity\, heritage and community through performance\, movement and shared stories. Developed across six creative workshops\, the production champions the voices\, experiences and cultures that shape Oldham today. \nExpect an engaging mix of music\, storytelling and performance for audiences of all ages\, with moments that are playful\, uplifting and rooted in life experience. \nThe West Oldham CHAI Project is part of the Women’s CHAI Project\, a community-led organisation dedicated to empowering women\, families\, and young people through wellbeing activities\, cultural celebration\, education\, and social support. Through inclusive programmes\, creative workshops\, and community events\, the project brings people together to build confidence\, reduce isolation\, and celebrate the rich diversity of the local community.  \nKauser Mukhtar is an artist\, singer\, songwriter and storyteller whose work explores contemporary ways of sharing and preserving Sufi culture and heritage in the UK. Her recent family show ‘Khooghi’ combined theatre\, puppetry and live music in English\, Pahari and Punjabi to explore culture\, family and intergenerational connection. \nPart celebration\, part community collaboration\, this is a chance to experience a new performance created in and for Oldham as part of this year’s Khushi Festival.
URL:https://whatson.oldham.gov.uk/event/chai-stories/
LOCATION:Oldham Library (Performance Space)\, Greaves Street\, Oldham\, England\, OL1 1AL\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Children & Families,Town of Culture
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260801T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260801T133000
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SUMMARY:The Whirling Dirvish Experience
DESCRIPTION:  \nAs part of Khushi Festival 2026\, experience the extraordinary world of the Whirling Dervish and discover the history and symbolism behind this centuries-old tradition.\nPresented by a practicing dervish of the Melvelvi Order\, based on the teachings of the 13th-century poet and Sufi mystic Rumi. \nThrough live demonstrations\, alongside poetry\, music and chant you'll discover the spiritual meaning behind the dervish's flowing movement\, posture and ceremonial dress. \nOpen to people of all faiths and none\, this is a unique chance to experience a living tradition that continues to inspire audiences around the world. \nGuests will also be invited to take part in guided meditation and\, for those who wish\, try simple whirling techniques.
URL:https://whatson.oldham.gov.uk/event/the-whirling-dirvish-experience/
LOCATION:Oldham Theatre Workshop\, Greaves Street\, Oldham\, OL1 1DN
CATEGORIES:Creative,Festivals & Outdoor Events,Town of Culture
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260801T134500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260801T144500
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SUMMARY:Satnam Galsian: Love or Sacrifice
DESCRIPTION:New music\, reimagining women’s roles in Punjabi folklore.\nSatnam Galsian presents a brand new piece of music\, commissioned by Oldham Coliseum Theatre (as part of Khushi Festival)\, Manchester Jazz Festival and The Old Courts Wigan. \nSatnam Galsian - vocals\nMeera Maharaj - flute\nLili Holland-Fricke - cello\nJohn Hogg - electric guitar\nSimon Henry - drums \nSatnam Galsian is a groundbreaking British Asian singer-songwriter and progressive folk artist whose music blends rich traditions of Punjabi folk with contemporary\, feminist storytelling. \nThrough her distinctive sound\, Satnam reimagines the vibrant narratives of her heritage\, responding to traditional Punjabi songs through a modern and empowering lens. \nSatnam has created Love or Sacrifice\, a new piece of music exploring themes of gender roles and the expectations of women in South Asian culture. Her songs are deeply rooted in personal experiences\, drawing on her own journey of identity\, belonging\, and empowerment. Challenging notions of how love is portrayed in Punjabi folklore tales\, Satnam explores the complexities of navigating multiple cultural worlds and the strength that comes from embracing one’s true self. \nNew material is inspired by local women’s stories from The Freehold CHAI Project - part of the Women’s CHAI Project\, a Longsight group and Wigan Community group.
URL:https://whatson.oldham.gov.uk/event/satnam-galsian-love-or-sacrifice-2/
LOCATION:Oldham Theatre Workshop\, Greaves Street\, Oldham\, OL1 1DN
CATEGORIES:Cinema, Music & Theatre,Festivals & Outdoor Events,Town of Culture
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