Hacienda-inspired beats and family fun coming to Ashton town centre

ASHTON-UNDER-LYNE town centre will become a dance floor at a family-friendly event with live music, interactive workshops and free crafts on offer. 

The next Super Saturday event, titled ‘Dance to the Music!’, will take place in Fletcher Square on Saturday, September 19, from 11am to 3pm.

The free event will feature a mix of live performances and activities, including a taste of Manchester’s legendary Hacienda club culture.

Super Saturday promises a day of dance, music and culture for the whole family.

Among the performers will be Mr Wilson’s Second Liners, a group of “mischievous northerners” who combine New Orleans Second Line music with their love of the Hacienda and 1990s club culture.

There will also be a chance to get involved with The Thingumajigs, who describe their music as “good time music” and aim to get audiences rocking, singing and dancing.

Mora & The Fabulous Wonderfuls will bring their blend of “righteous anthems & soul-lifting songs”, while Born and Bred Dance Theatre will invite visitors to make their own moves during an interactive movement workshop called Doodledance.

Doodledance is an interactive movement workshop
Doodledance is an interactive movement workshop.

Families can also enjoy free craft activities from Tameside’s travelling emporium Phantasmagoria.

The event has been organised by Tameside Council’s Cultural Services team as part of its regular Super Saturday programme.

“This month’s Super Saturday promises a fantastic day of dance, music and culture for the whole family,” said Councillor Leanne Feeley, Executive Member for Lifelong Learning and Culture. 

“It’s a wonderful opportunity to come together and enjoy the vibrant arts and cultural scene in the heart of Ashton. Don’t miss this free day of fun and entertainment while also supporting the town centre. We look forward to seeing you there!”