What's on during the May half term in Macclesfield including live music and theatre

By Matthew Hancock-Bruce 29th May 2025

There's plenty of live music to enjoy this weekend (Credit: Nub News)
There's plenty of live music to enjoy this weekend (Credit: Nub News)

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The May half term is well underway!

Unfortunately, the sun has also decided its time for a break.

Never fear, however, as there is plenty going on in Macclesfield to keep you entertained this weekend even if the rain does make an appearance.

Remember you can advertise your event FOR FREE on our What's On section and get it featured in next week's round-up.

Thursday (29/05)

Sea Fever

Sea Fever's new album, Surface Sound, comes out this Friday.

To celebrate, they will be playing an acoustic gig at Proper Sound on Chestergate on Thursday night.

The band line-up features New Order's Phil Cunningham and Tom Chapman, both Macclesfield residents.

Joining Sea Fever on the night will be Tin Tin, DJ for New Order.

Click here to find out more.

Saturday (31/05)

Studio Open Day

The Clayrooms are hosting an open day.

Visitors will have a chance to meet the teachers, look around the facilities and maybe have a go or sign up for a class.

The studio is located at 20A Park Green, SK11 7NA.

Dandelion James

Local musician Dandelion James is launching his new EP this weekend.

To celebrate he will be playing at Five Clouds on Market Place.

The Dead Wells will also be taking to the stage.

Doors open at 7pm with entry £4 on the door.

Haçienda Classics

DJ Osci returns to Proper Sound on Saturday, bringing the Haçienda energy.

Expect Happy Mondays, Stone Roses, A Guy Called Gerald and 808 State.

DJ Osci will also be collecting donations for #TeamHaslerMND in support of his friend and fellow DJ, raver, and fell runner Rob Hasler.

If you can't make the event but would still like to donate, you can do so here.

QQQ

Mash Guru is going full-on drag this weekend.

Starting at 9.30pm, the evening will be hosted by Nana Nacy, with DJ Wilson providing the music.

Entry is £3 to cover glitter, rainbows, sweets, giveaways and more.

Dressing up is optional but there will be prizes for the best outfits.

Monday (02/06)

Danes Moss Walk

Izzy Halton from the Save Danes Moss campaign is organising a guided walk to mark World Peatlands Day.

Those wishing to join the walk at Danes Moss are asked to meet at 11am at the kissing gate on Moss Lane.

The walk will be around two hours with lots of chance for breaks.

Attendees are advised to wear waterproofs, long sleeves, trousers and walking boots or wellies.

More details can be found here.

Musical Moments

Head over to Belong Macclesfield on Kennedy Avenue for Musical Moments.

You can join in with sing-alongs, games and quizzes.

It is free to attend and takes place on the first Monday of each month from 2pm to 3pm.

The Girl on the Train

MADS Theatre's latest production hits the stage from June 2 to June 7.

The play is based on the best-selling novel by Paula Hawkins and follows the story of Rachel, who finds her only escape watching the perfect couple through the train window every day, apparently happy and in love.

However, when she learns that the woman she's been secretly watching has disappeared, she becomes both witness and suspect.

Click here to find out more.

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