Outdoor Market
Widnes Market hosts a weekly outdoor market featuring local vendors and produce.
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What's On in Widnes – Events This Week & Things To Do
Widnes right now: 7 events this week · across 1 venues · 3 categories
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Events in Widnes This Weekend
Halloween Pottery Painting For All Ages at The Bake House
Participants paint ceramic pumpkins, skulls, and other spooky items at a Halloween-themed pottery class.
Halloween Pottery Paint And Sip (Adults Only!)
Adults paint Halloween lanterns while enjoying a spooky cocktail at The Bake House.
Make Your Own Ghost! Halloween Pottery Workshop
A 90-minute Halloween pottery workshop where attendees shape clay into spooky ghost figures.
Events in Widnes This Week
Outdoor Market
Widnes Market hosts a weekly outdoor market featuring local vendors and produce.
The Book Lovers' Cross Stitch Workshop
Book lovers gather for a beginner-friendly cross stitch workshop at The Bake House.
Halloween Pottery Painting For All Ages at The Bake House
Participants paint ceramic pumpkins, skulls, and other spooky items at a Halloween-themed pottery class.
Halloween Pottery Paint And Sip (Adults Only!)
Adults paint Halloween lanterns while enjoying a spooky cocktail at The Bake House.
Make Your Own Ghost! Halloween Pottery Workshop
A 90-minute Halloween pottery workshop where attendees shape clay into spooky ghost figures.
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Upcoming Events by Category
Culture & Arts
Postcards From The Future: Free Writing Workshop, Widnes Library
Widnes Library hosts a free writing workshop for community members in a public venue.
Jeff Wayne's Musical Version of The War of The Worlds Live! The Concert…
Live concert performance of Jeff Wayne's Musical Version of The War of The Worlds at Blackpool Winter Gardens Opera House.
Family & Kids
Halloween Pottery Painting For All Ages at The Bake House
Participants paint ceramic pumpkins, skulls, and other spooky items at a Halloween-themed pottery class.
Make Your Own Ghost! Halloween Pottery Workshop
A 90-minute Halloween pottery workshop where attendees shape clay into spooky ghost figures.
Fitness & Outdoors
Vietnam to Cambodia Bike Ride
A 10-day cycling challenge from Vietnam to Cambodia takes place between 28 October and 7 November 2026.
Food & Drink
The Book Lovers' Cross Stitch Workshop
Book lovers gather for a beginner-friendly cross stitch workshop at The Bake House.
Halloween Pottery Paint And Sip (Adults Only!)
Adults paint Halloween lanterns while enjoying a spooky cocktail at The Bake House.
Liverpool Book Festival 15th November 2026
Liverpool Book Festival 2026 features 60+ authors, artisan stalls, street food, and live music at BOXPARK.
Nightlife & Music
Halloween Discotheque Hosted by Drag Queens @ Dysco, Liverpool
A Halloween-themed discotheque features drag queen performances every weekend in October at DysCo in Liverpool.
Shopping & Markets
Outdoor Market
Widnes Market hosts a weekly outdoor market featuring local vendors and produce.
Sandringham Christmas Craft, Food And Gift Fair
A Christmas-themed craft, food, and gift fair at Rivendell Garden Centre offers shopping and entertainment for families.
Widnes Places And Events Guides
Things to do in Widnes
What's on in Widnes covers a wide range of activities for locals and visitors alike. Things to do in Widnes range from Food & Drink events at the market to Family & Kids across the town's parks and open spaces. Events in Widnes include live music performances, theatre productions, cultural festivals, and seasonal celebrations. Whether you're interested in Nightlife & Music, Shopping & Markets, Culture & Arts, or Fitness & Outdoors, there's activity across neighbourhoods like Appleton and Ditton. The site helps you find events this week and this weekend, plus local activities organised across the entire area. Widnes offers a mix of heritage and modern entertainment. You can find historic landmarks like Norton Priory Museum and Gardens or Victoria Promenade on West Bank, enjoy outdoor activities in spaces like Crow Wood and Sunnybank, or visit Widnes Market for fresh local produce and artisan foods. Family-friendly options include parks and green spaces, whilst food and drink venues range from cafes to evening bars. Cultural events celebrate the area's industrial past and present-day community life, with activities suited to all ages and interests. The City Brief makes it simple to plan your time in Widnes. Browse events by category, check what's happening this week and this weekend, filter by neighbourhood, or search for specific venues. Use the site to discover what's on across Albert Square, Hough Green, and other local areas, and plan activities that match your interests whether you're a resident or visitor.
Common Widnes Questions
### How often are Widnes event listings updated? The City Brief regularly updates its Widnes event listings to provide current information. Search for Food & Drink, Family & Kids activities at Victoria Park, Nightlife & Music, Culture & Arts exhibitions, Fitness & Outdoors pursuits, or Shopping & Markets events. Our calendar reflects weekly activity across Widnes and neighbouring areas such as Runcorn and Ditton. Check the site frequently or review our weekly guides to stay informed. ### How can I find out what’s on in Widnes this weekend? Visit the ‘this weekend’ section of The City Brief to discover events, organised by category. Browse Nightlife & Music for performances, Culture & Arts for shows, Food & Drink for dining, Family & Kids activities, or Fitness & Outdoors. Explore events by neighbourhoods like Appleton, West Bank, or Daresbury, or search by landmarks including Widnes Market and Spike Island Nature Reserve for tailored entertainment. ### Where can I find live music in Widnes? Widnes hosts live music at venues throughout the town. The Nightlife & Music category on The City Brief features performances ranging from intimate shows to gatherings at community spaces. Venues in the town centre and areas like Albert Square and West Bank regularly host live acts. For up-to-date listings, check the Nightlife & Music section of the site, showcasing local and established performers. ### What are the most popular event categories in Widnes? Widnes offers events in six categories: Food & Drink, Family & Kids (with activities at Victoria Park), Nightlife & Music, Culture & Arts, Fitness & Outdoors (across Crow Wood, Sunnybank, and Sandstone Ridge), and Shopping & Markets, centred around Widnes Market and Widnes Shopping Park. These categories reflect the town’s character, from its industrial heritage to its green spaces. ### Which Widnes venues host the most events? Widnes Market is a key location for regular community events featuring local produce. Victoria Park in Appleton hosts seasonal events and family activities. Spike Island Nature Reserve offers a setting for outdoor gatherings. Albert Square and the pedestrianised town centre areas are venues for cultural and entertainment events. Consult The City Brief’s venues section or browse by neighbourhood to find activities near you.