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COPY What's on in Stockport this weekend - Theatre, live music, and more

By Alasdair Perry   1st Jan 2026

There is lots going on in Stockport this weekend, including live theatre, live music, and more (Image - Nub News)
There is lots going on in Stockport this weekend, including live theatre, live music, and more (Image - Nub News)

What's on Stockport is brought to you by our events sponsors EatGoodWest UKWorker Bee Markets and Waterside Hotel & Leisure Club.

There are lots of events going on in and around Stockport this weekend.

Find a small selection of some of the things to do below. You can also browse more in our dedicated What's On section here.

Got an event planned yourself? Submit it HERE.

Aladdin | Stockport Plaza | Fri 2 - Sun 4 January 2026

Enjoy Aladdin at Stockport Plaza, running from Friday 5 December 2025 until Sunday 4 January 2026 (Image - Nub News)

A description for this event reads: "Take a magical carpet ride to the North West's home of sensational Pantomime entertainment for our glittering production of Aladdin. 

"Starring Brian Capron - star of Coronation Street and many TV and stage presentations - who makes a welcome return as the really evil Abanazar in our affordable family festive extravaganza, alongside Karim Zeroual, who is best known for anchoring CBBC as a presenter for eight years and reaching the final of Strictly Come Dancing in 2019 who will be appearing as Aladdin.

"Plus a full supporting cast including the much-loved Scott Gallagher who returns as Wishee Washee."

Find tickets and more information here.

Live music and jams | The Spinning Top | Fri 2 - Sun 4 January

January shows coming up at The Spinning Top (Image supplied)

The Spinning Top is hosting some top music nights this weekend.

On Friday, you'll find music from The Local, Paul McGladdery, Lakshmi, and Dimestore Dirtbags. The event starts at 7.45pm, with free entry!

Saturday, meanwhile, will see a pop punk tribute night from Blink 282 / Warped, who will be playing songs from the likes of Blink 182, Green Day, Fallout Boy, Offspring, and more. Tickets are £6 in advance or £10 at the door.

And on Sunday, the Jelly Roll Blues Jam will run from 4-7pm, with free entry for all. Musicians of all abilities are welcome!

Find more information here.

Factory floor tour | Stockport Hat Museum | Sat 3 January | 2pm

Stockport Hat Museum (Image - Nub News)

Start the new year with a family museum trip this weekend.

A description for this event reads: "Journey through Stockport's hatting history on our guided tour of the Factory Floor. Discover Wellington Mill's roots in cotton manufacture, the grizzly side of how hats are made and why Stockport was the centre of the global hat trade.

"Most suited to adults and young people aged 8 and up."

Tickets are£8.50 / £7 for concessions (plus booking fee)

Find tickets and / or more information here.

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