What’s On at
Bollington Festival 2026

  • Marc Makes Comics

    Bollington Arts Centre Wellington Rd

    Draw with cartoonist Marc Jackson, who brings a wealth of comic art experience and a playful spirit to each session, ensuring that every child feels relaxed, inspired and excited to […]

  • Bollington Festival Choir

    Bollington Arts Centre Wellington Rd

    Captain Noah's Floating Zoo (music byJoseph Horovitz and words by Michael Flanders). Bollington Festival Choir will perform a variety of folk songs in their cantata for children, based on the […]

  • Sunday Morning Chamber Music

    Bollington Arts Centre Wellington Rd

    A Roald Dahl Extravaganza performed by the Northerly Wind Quintet. ‘Meet’ the instruments, enjoy the music, and gasp at readings from Dahl’s Little Red Riding Hood, Three Little Pigs, and […]

    Get Tickets £1.00 – £12.00
  • Sue Lane’s Dance School

    Bollington Arts Centre Wellington Rd

    The Sue Lane Dance School needs little introduction. Celebrating 25 Years in Bollington, Sue has taught Ballet, Modern, Tap, and Freestyle to all ages and abilities. For some families, Sue […]

  • Orlyk Ukrainian Dance Ensemble

    Bollington Recreation Ground Adlington Rd

    Founded in 1949, Orlyk is one of the world’s oldest Ukrainian dance ensembles, proudly based in Manchester. Their award-winning dancers and musicians bring vibrant live performances of traditional dances, soulful songs, and stunning handmade costumes. Experience the energy, rhythm, and heritage of Ukraine with Orlyk – the official Representative Dance Group of the Association of […]

  • Uncle Pleb’s Singaround on the Rec

    Bollington Recreation Ground Adlington Rd

    Uncle Pleb from the Bollington Folk Club will be stationed near the Beer and Tea Tents to host a Folk singaround. Bring your voices, your instruments, everything and anything that you will need to enjoy a communal, informal gathering where people can take turns singing traditional or contemporary folk songs, play instruments, perhaps recite poetry […]

  • Bollington Fire Engine

    Bollington Recreation Ground Adlington Rd

    Who can resist the awe, nostalgia, and enduring fascination of a real, live Fire Engine! Callouts permitting, Bollington’s very own Firefighters and Engine will be around on the Rec to inspire young and old alike. Everyone - come and pay your respects to our emergency responders for their dedication. Young at heart - re-live the […]

  • The Children’s Potting Table

    Bollington Recreation Ground Adlington Rd

    What child doesn’t like digging, planting, watering? The Children’s Potting Table makes a welcome return to allow children not only to play but also to learn lots, too. The pride and positive self-esteem gained from seeing a seedling grow is invaluable. Gardening engages all the senses, encourages creativity and social skills - so, be sure […]

  • Bollington Balloons

    Bollington Recreation Ground Adlington Rd

    Bollington’s Alex Ireland will astonish your children with the speed and skill used to make magnificent and colourful balloon creations. The looks of anticipation and then joy and then wonder on small faces as they see their chosen character take shape is nothing short of magic. There will be two sessions at 10am-midday and 1pm-3pm

  • Face Painting

    Danielle Barlow has face paints and glittery tattoos in plentiful supply and will delight children with her skill and creative eye. Whether the chosen image or tattoo is a super hero or a mythical creature, no child - young or old, is ever disappointed. There are two sessions at 10am-midday and 1pm to 3pm

  • Stilt-walking Cricketers

    Bollington Recreation Ground Adlington Rd

    The two batsmen - on stilts - with outsized bats and ball not only enjoy friendly sledging of one and all, they really play. Take a bowl and give it your best shot; everyone is welcome. These giants of cricket have been to Lords and the Oval, but will be just as happy on the […]

  • Ballerinas

    Bollington Recreation Ground Adlington Rd

    Prima ballerinas Fifi Pavlova and Dame Margot Fondue are bringing their passion for dance to Bollington. These Tutu-clad divas will show us how to perfect our demi-pliés, pirouettes, and first […]