Fri 02 May
Enjoy seven short scripts from up-and-coming new writers, from the politically poignant to the utterly nonsensical
Wed 07 May - Sat 10 May
Get ready to sparkle and shine, because Sale Nomads' next musical promises a spectacular journey to the heart of extravagance!
Tue 13 May - Sat 17 May
An uplifting queer parody musical
Wed 14 May
Audience interaction and cabaret-style games exploring queerness and gender
Thu 15 May
Funny yet poignant solo-show tackling body image
Fri 16 May - Sat 17 May
Celebrates queer women of the past, present and future
Thu 22 May
Emergence return with a brand-new, triple bill programme of adrenaline-fuelled dance works performed by a new company of extraordinary dancers
Fri 30 May - Sat 31 May
Life through the lens of a queer young man, navigating masculinity, Grindr and institution that is rife with shame; doing it all with a sensational soundtrack and a hearty dose of laughter
Fri 20 Jun
Shellshocked is a powerful new play about the horrors of World War Two
Thu 26 Jun
Something About Lennon charts John's story from the breakup of The Beatles to his untimely death in 1980
Sun 13 Jul
Malvolio from Twelfth Night was done wrong...notorious wrong
Thu 17 Jul - Fri 18 Jul
Is it selfish to leave someone you love in order to find yourself?
Wed 23 Jul - Thu 24 Jul
Magic shows that are unforgettable, funny, dark and profoundly baffling
Fri 25 Jul - Sat 26 Jul
Join us for a day at the beach unlike any other in this high energy, circus theatre show! Perfect for the whole family
Sun 27 Jul
Outdoor dance piece performed in and outside a metal birdcage
Sat 06 Sep
In a new and enthralling one-man stage adaptation of the classic tale of terror, acclaimed actor Jonathan Goodwin plays both Henry Jekyll and Edward Hyde
Wed 01 Oct
A full-scale production set in the shadowy medieval court of Denmark, where love, power, and vengeance collide
Thu 09 Oct
Get ready for a night at The Major Oak, the hottest speakeasy in the whole of Sherwood Forest!
Sat 10 May
Waterside's legendary comedy night showcasing new and established talent
Fri 16 May
Poetry performance by Jay Farley in collaboration with a live musician
Fri 30 May
Festival and radio regular John Hegley returns with a story of family, fantasy, love and loss
Sat 31 May
The Greatest Spy Movie Ever Made
Sat 07 Jun
Mime with noise, stand-up with no talking – drama with no acting
Fri 12 Sep
NHS anaesthetist, comedian and author Ed Patrick injects Sale with a gut-punch hilarious show
Fri 20 Mar '26
With over 4.5 million social media followers and countless TV appearances under his belt, Pete Firman is the UK's top comic magician
Tue 22 Apr
From injured veteran to the world’s first double above-knee amputee to summit Mount Everest
Fri 23 May
Join Hester Grainger for a refreshingly honest look at life with ADHD
Tue 03 Jun
This event has been cancelled
Fri 26 Sep
Kerry Ellis looks back on her illustrious career, singing songs from the biggest musicals
Mon 13 Oct
Join legendary mountaineer Simon Yates, of the Touching the Void docu-drama, as he recounts a decade of thrilling new climbs across the globe.
Thu 16 Oct
Legend and icon John Lydon will talk about how he sees life, along with his unique and extraordinary career
Tue 28 Oct
One of the world’s greatest music producers – Trevor Horn – is going on an exclusive tour this autumn
Sun 09 Nov
Expect songs, stories, and silliness from one of the nation’s most-loved performers
Mon 10 Nov
Brett Tippie is a multi-talented professional extreme sports athlete – Brett has been through it all and will tell the stories of his wild and inspiring roller-coaster of a career!
SAT 26 APR
Absolute Bowie will take you on a musical journey through the greatest hits of David Bowie with their huge stage show!
Tue 29 Apr
Like the wild Atlantic landscape of his home, McCabe’s songs feel timeless and natural
Tue 20 May
Home Service arrives at the Waterside with Bob Fox at the helm
‘Broken folk’ duo rework Anglo-Celtic traditional music with influences from post-punk, trip-hop and queer cabaret
Sat 24 May
Eclectic songwriter and frontman of Wille and the Bandits
Thu 05 Jun
The Manfreds, featuring original Manfred Mann members Paul Jones and Tom McGuinness, are excited to be returning to the stage
Fri 06 Jun
Soul and Jazz songs described by Manchester Music as "like an angel holding court in a smoky, chilled underground bar. A classy performance"
New York’s Grammy nominated Max ZT (House of Waters), and Tokyo/Black Country’s lauded Dan Whitehouse combine their inventive energy for their third UK tour
Mon 23 Jun
Two of the most engaging and inventive acts on the English folk scene return with their hotly anticipated next alchemic collaboration: an essential incantation to the summertime
Fri 04 Jul
The duo is a special meeting of old friends bringing together virtuosity and sheer musical magic
SALTLINES is an immersive Prose and Music collaboration between bestselling author Raynor Winn (The Salt Path) and The Gigspanner Big Band
Tue 22 Jul
Acclaimed clarinettist Arun Ghosh & his full band
Fri 25 Jul
With deep roots in the theatre, Bay brings a bard-like flair to his live performances often weaving stories in and out of songs, making for a cabaret-like atmosphere that is playful, authentic and ethereal
Sat 13 Sep
Alex Voysey is one of the most exciting emerging artists on the UK Blues scene
Fri 19 Sep
Making their welcome return to Sale Waterside are the UK’s leading tribute to The Stone Roses ‘The Clone Roses’
Thu 25 Sep
Following a hugely successful tour last year to nightly standing ovations join 4 of the Emerald Isles favourite Country Music Stars all on one super show
Sat 27 Sep
In this special semi-acoustic performance, Barbara Dickson and her pianist Nick Holland explore her catalogue of songs at an intimate level
Sun 05 Oct
One of Scotland’s most skilled & imaginative contemporary-folk acts!
Fri 24 Oct
Celebrating the Life of Miriam Makeba
Sat 25 Oct
Harley captivates with his spellbinding slide guitar and ability to blend Americana, Blues, and Folk
Thu 30 Oct
Steve Knightley is thrilled to unveil his new four-piece band, set to tour in autumn 2025!
Sun 04 May
A cracking adventure for 3–7-year-olds and their grown-ups!
Sat 17 May
Feat. Mini Pride + Cequin Circus + The Bandstand
Sun 18 May
A fun, inclusive, and family-friendly Pride celebration!
Sat 24 May - Sun 25 May
Tiny & Tall Productions brings you Julia Donaldson and Sara Ogilvie's well-loved story, The Detective Dog on stage for Deaf and hearing family audiences
Sun 01 Jun
Join this extraordinary journey to discover the beats and rhythms of a wild woodland world
Sun 15 Jun
A TOAD-ally terrific treat whether you’re 4 or 104!
Monthly
Two teams battle it out for laughs with quick-witted gags, games, sketches and songs inspired by your suggestions
Sun 29 Jun
Three Little Vikings is all about cooperation, bravery, and getting your voice heard!
Thu 24 Jul - Fri 25 Jul
A vibrant outdoor contemporary circus theatre performance and living installation
Sat 26 Jul - Sun 27 Jul
An outdoor spectacle featuring a giant sea puppet
Sat 26 Jul
International Samba Reggae percussion
Sun 07 Sep
A sleepy, sheepy show for babies and toddlers (and very tired grown ups)
Sun 28 Sep
Prepare yourself for a musical voyage full of stories, songs and the sea…
Sun 26 Oct
Help Nick find his beloved bobble hat in this fun filled musical hour with all your favourite Nick Cope hits and more
Sat 05 Apr - Sat 07 Jun
Sale at Work: Creatives is a celebration of the vibrant talent that shapes Sale.
Sat 03 May - Sun 27 Jul
Exhibition made by Greater Manchester artists, designers and makers
Sat 14 Jun - Sun 27 Jul
An exhibition exploring the relationship with someone living with dementia.
Wed 10:30
Imaginative, creative dance and movement for the over 50s that will stimulate the mind, body and soul
Tue 13 May
Speeches, song and the raising of the Pride Flag
A night of music, magic, and pure joy at OYEZ in Altrincham with a Sing-Along Rocketman film screening!
Wed 21 May
Accessible Films For All
Wed 18 Jun
Sat 05 Jul
Join Onyx Dance for their Red Carpet Summer Show!
Wed 09 Jul
Sat 19 Jul
High quality contemporary crafts to buy from selected local designer-makers
Mon 18 Aug - Fri 22 Aug
Come and take part in our "show in a week" Theatre Summer School!
Wed 16:00 or 16:45
Musical theatre classes for those who love musicals
Wed 19:30
Join Artful Voices and sing great songs arranged specifically for you!
Mon 10:30
A weekly workshop for adults with mild to moderate disabilities
Mon 13:30
A sign-along choir session for adults of mixed abilities
Poetry open floor nights, come along and read your work or just listen
Wed 18:00
Children's Tae Kwon Do session
Creative activities with a focus on the youth voice at Gorse Hill Studios
Connect, collaborate, and celebrate with LGBTQ+ creatives
A fabulous life drawing workshop
Sat 14 Jun
Join us for Forge, a development day for craftmakers, designer-makers and contemporary visual artists
Fri 05 Sep
The Untold Story of The Beatles...
