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Get In! To Eccles

Sat 28 — Sun 29 March 2026  •  Free*

A new festival is coming to Eccles town centre! Join us to see the streets and local venues come alive with fun and surprises.

With two days of music, art, performances, workshops, markets and installations – there’s loads to enjoy.

Drop in for an hour, stay all day, or spend the whole weekend seeing what’s going on!

The programme is a celebratory moment in the long-term regeneration of Eccles town centre, offering a chance to experience the area in a different way as plans for the future begin to take shape.

All events are free to attend unless otherwise stated. Booking is required for some activities due to limited capacity.

︎ View or download the programme by clicking here ︎
For full listings, timings and ticket information, read below.

A few more tickets have been added to the 6 Music Festival x FaT OuT show!
Act fast to get yours: BUY TICKETS HERE



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Saturday 28th March

Lowri Evans: Train Dreaming at Eccles Train Station

Commuters passing through Eccles Train Station on the week of the festival may experience something out of the ordinary… Expect joyful, visual surprises on the platform exploring messages of hope, and the community of Eccles.

11am—3pm - Salford Badge Club at Eccles Parish Church St Mary’s

An accessible art workshop where you bring your most fantastic ideas, and then transform into custom wearable art. Whether you’re looking to craft or just connect, Salford Badge Club offers a welcoming space for everyone.

11am—3pm - Family Craft Workshop at Eccles Parish Church St Mary’s

Come and make your own bright and cheerful ‘stained glass’ out of paper & film with Eccles Community Art Gallery.

11:30am—12pm - Séamus Óg at Eccles Parish Church St Mary’s

Hear contemporary folk music in St Mary’s, drawing deeply from Séamus Óg’s rich musical heritage and strong Irish roots.

12:30pm + 1:30pm - Amba Strings at Eccles Parish Church St Mary’s

Enjoy the gorgeous sounds of a string trio in the historical St Mary’s, featuring a mix of pop and classical hits.

4pm - Lauren Auder, Naima Bock and R.Aggs at Eccles Town Hall Ballroom
*MORE TICKETS ADDED, BUY HERE*

6 Music Festival and FaT OuT present a line-up of some of the most exciting emerging artists of this year in the amazing ballroom at Eccles Town Hall. Recorded for broadcast on BBC Radio 6 Music.

7:30—9:15pm - The Greek Folks Band at Illirian Greek

Come to Illirian for the full Hellenic experience tonight with live music from the Greek Folk Band.

7:30pm - Paul Wright at 96 Degrees Eccles

Irish folk singer and guitarist from Eccles who has run and supported multiple open mic nights around Eccles, Bolton, City Centre and Monton over the years.

8:30pm - The Mollies at 96 Degrees Eccles

Three-piece female vocal trio with warm harmonies, and down-to-earth energy.
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Sunday 29th March

Lowri Evans: Train Dreaming at Eccles Train Station

Commuters passing through Eccles Train Station on the week of the festival may experience something out of the ordinary… Expect joyful, visual surprises on the platform exploring messages of hope, and the community of Eccles.

10:15am + 11:15am - The Musical Story of the Gingerbread Man live at Eccles Town Hall Ballroom • *FULLY BOOKED*

As seen on CBeebies! The Musical Story of the Gingerbread Man is a fun and interactive musical re-telling of this well-loved story, featuring a live narrator and musicians from the BBC Philharmonic Orchestra. This live performance is aimed at under 6s but any age will enjoy it. The performance lasts around 30 minutes.

11am—4pm - Independent Street Artisan Market on Church Street

Independent Street champions local independent businesses and produce. Come and discover what’s on offer from small businesses and artisans in Eccles.

2—4pm - Tandem Chess Simul at Eccles Community Chess Club

A rare chance to challenge a real UK Grandmaster, Danny Gormally, as well as resident Candidate Master Mike Surtees as they take on multiple games at once in a full-blown Tandem Chess Simul.

3:30—5:45pm - Music Through The Ages presented by The Music Shed at Eccles Town Hall Ballroom • tickets required, book here

MC Jenna G hosts an afternoon of live bands representing the top talents of local music school, The Music Shed. Featuring bands of all ages from youth-led Mount Chaos (modern and classic rock), Kat Attack (blues and classic rock) and Redemption (pop and modern rock) to adult bands Nomads (blues and indie rock), Manley Park (classic rock including Elvis, Neil Diamond and David Bowie covers) and even a set of 1926 hits from Dawn Patrol to celebrate Salford’s Centenary year. Set times to be announced.

3:30—6pm - Bandeoke at The Lamb Hotel

Don’t miss your opportunity to get up on stage with a live band! There will be three bandeoke sets with the usual karaoke in between - sign up on the day.

6:30pm - Eccles Town Centre Photowalk with Not Quite Light • *FULLY BOOKED*

Join photographer Simon Buckley AKA Not Quite Light for one of his popular evening photowalks exploring the fascinating area around Eccles Town centre, soon to undergo major regeneration.  Everyone welcome, bring a camera, a phone or whatever recording device you want.
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Exhibitions

Sat 11am—3pm - ‘Our Eccles’ group exhibition at Eccles Community Art Gallery

Eccles own community of local artists explore their impressions and experience of the town.

Sat & Sun 11am—3pm - Moss Dreams by Freya Wysocki at Unit 9 The Mall (Eccles Shopping Centre)

Enter into a playground of the microscopic and gaze at the world from the moss's perspective! Wade through the muck cling to the rock face, squeeze in between the cracks and the slippery crevices… Moss Dreams is an immersive installation for all the family that encourages play and imagination.