Things to Do in Bolton
341+ events and activities happening in Bolton. From live music and theatre to free family days out.
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Shout Network Bolton Tuesday Morning Group
📍 Last Drop Village Hotel & Spa
£15.00
FREERainford Summer Tech Club (5-16years)
📍 Rainford High School
BforB Bolton Tuesday Brunch Networking
📍 Harvester Horwich Park Bolton
£7.47 - £14.25
FREEDJ Taster Sessions with the EQ Lab (High Street Library Sessions)
📍 High Street Library
FREEGreater Manchester Business Event - Expression of Interest
📍 Toughsheet Community Stadium
FREEDrop-in Business Support Hub
📍 Bolton Central Library
Business Networking + Lunch in Whitefield - To Infinity and Beyond
📍 Northern Crafthouse
£15.00
FREEFamily Picnic in Bolton | Walk, Games & Meet New sisters
📍 Queen's Park Car Park
Boltons mega value super duper saver wristband funfair and beach
📍 Spa Road
£6.13
Shout Network Manchester Wednesday Lunch Group
📍 Worsley Sports Club
£15.00
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Text Collage and Book Binding: a 2 week course
📍 Falcon Mill
£1.79
Community Voices - Raising Awareness of Women's Lived Experiences
📍 Market Place
£6.13
FREEBuild your confidence in public speaking with Bolton Communicators
📍 37 Knowsley St
Worsley Woods Bat Walk
📍 Beesley Green Community Centre
£2.00
Knights School
📍 Bolton Castle
FREEBusiness Basics -Getting Started
📍 Bolton Central Library and Museum
Guide Dogs - Classic Experience - Atherton (2026)
📍 Guide Dogs Manchester Community Team
Free - £16.00
FREEThe Bolton Social Enterprise Network
📍 Church of All Souls, Bolton
FREEDJ Taster Sessions with the EQ Lab (Farnworth Library Sessions)
📍 Farnworth Library
FREESisters Social in Bolton | After Hours Ages 21–35
📍 Chaiiwala
Big Hitters Promotions
📍 The Hideout
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Big Hitters Promotions
Make Do & Mend Class at Bolton
📍 Abakhan Fabrics Hobby & Home
FREEActionMembers Summer Workshops - Sales For Non-Sales People
📍 The Wellsprings
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What are the best things to do in Bolton?▾
Bolton offers 341+ upcoming events including live music, theatre, comedy, food festivals, family days out, sports events and free community activities. Browse our full listings for the latest recommendations.
What free things are there to do in Bolton?▾
There are many free events in Bolton — from outdoor festivals and markets to art exhibitions, community workshops and street performances. Check our free events page for the latest no-cost activities.
What's on in Bolton this weekend?▾
Our weekend listings for Bolton are updated daily. Find concerts, theatre shows, comedy nights, markets, sports events and family-friendly activities happening this Saturday and Sunday.
What are the best family activities in Bolton?▾
Bolton has plenty of family-friendly events including children's theatre, outdoor festivals, science workshops, arts and crafts sessions, and community events suitable for all ages.
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