Things to Do in Bolton
299+ events and activities happening in Bolton. From live music and theatre to free family days out.
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Shout Network Bolton Wednesday Morning Networking Group
📍 Toughsheet Community Stadium
£15.00
thebestofnorthwest Bury Networking - 22nd July 2026
📍 BusinessLodge Bury
Free - £33.22
FREECitizen Forester Tree Maintenance at Westhoughton Central Park, Bolton
📍 Westhoughton Central Park
FREEDrop-in Business Support Hub
📍 Bolton Central Library
FREEComplaint Drop In
📍 Bolton Town Hall
FREEBuild your confidence in public speaking with Bolton Communicators
📍 37 Knowsley St
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RHS Garden Bridgewater Visit for Two Adults and Two Children with Guidebook
📍 Manchester
From £50
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Visit to a RHS Garden for Two — Bolton
📍 Manchester
From £44
Adventure Story Walks around Smithills Hall
📍 Smithills Hall
£2.00 - £4.00
Afternnon Fun at Tiny Tots Toddler Play!
📍 Tiny Tots Toddler Play
£7.21
FREEComputer Museum and Tea for Turtle Juniors and Young Carers (8-11 yrs)
📍 Northwest Computer Museum
Create & Connect Thursdays
📍 Leigh Spinners Mill
£8.83
A taste of Mala with Live Music From The Nightcreatures
📍 Mala Indian
FREEGardening for Wellbeing Taster for Professionals (Half Day)
📍 RHS Garden Bridgewater
Fantastic Fridays at Smithills Hall
📍 Smithills Hall
£3.00
Dusk Til Pawn
📍 Dusk Til Pawn
Real Boxing Champions Presents: The Road Ahead
📍 The Hideout Arena
£50.00 - £80.00
Creatures Comedy Festival Showcase
📍 The Fitzgerald
Disney Big Quiz
📍 The Woodlands Bar And Grill
From £4.00
Create & Connect Fridays
📍 Leigh Spinners Mill
£8.83
Egerton Encore presents Duckworth and Duprez
📍 Christ Church Walmsley, Blackburn Road, Egerton.
£6.13 - £16.96
SKINT: Croc Girl Summer🐊🌸 @ Level Nightclub Bolton
📍 Level
£1.00
Studio Time - Summer Sessions - SATURDAYS
📍 Leigh Spinners Mill
£8.83
FREESummer Nature Walk
📍 Clifton Country Park
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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.
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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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