At a glance
Throughout March
5 March
• Book Cover exhibition throughout Astley Park
World Book Day
• Shopfront Superhero Artwork
• Leo Baxendale Comic book trail
Pick up a free book with your World Book Day voucher from Ebb & Flo Bookshop
• Book Bench Library - from Friday 6 March
Friday 6
Wednesday 4
Saturday 7
Comedian Stevie Martin. Chorley Theatre. Ticketed
Comedian Daliso Chaponda. Chorley Theatre. Ticketed
Wednesday 11
Opens Friday 13
Starkidz Shows. Chorley Library
10am Superheroes v Princesses
12.30pm Pop hunters
Saturday 14
Sunday 15
Wednesday 18
Poetry Takeaway Van, Cleveland Street. FREE
3pm Wicked FREE
Manford’s Comedy Club. Chorley Theatre. Ticketed
The Ladykillers (1955 film). Chorley Theatre. Ticketed (FREE)
Thursday 19
The Time Machine (Comedy play). Chorley Theatre (11 to 14 March). Ticketed
Ebb & Flo’s Book Club Social at Riley’s Loft. Ticketed
Glorious Clay Exhibition, Astley Coach House Gallery. FREE
Interactive presentation with Chris Martin, author of the Inky Stevens “who done it” novels. Chorley Library. 10.30am to 12 noon. FREE
Be creative at Ebb & Flo Bookshop: Family craft 10am / Adult Craft 1pm. Ticketed
National Theatre Live: The Audience. Chorley Theatre. Ticketed
Comedian Geoff Norcott. Chorley Theatre. Ticketed
Author Talk with Chris Moss: The Historic County that made the modern world. Chorley Library. Ticketed
Saturday 21
Poetry Flashmob. Chorley Market 11am. FREE
Poetry Workshop with Louise Fazackerley. Astley Coach House. Ticketed
Sunday 22
Poetry Open Mic with Louise Fazackerley. Astley Coach House. Ticketed
Wednesday 25
Thursday 26
Friday 27
Rob Auton: Can (narrative-based comedy). Chorley Theatre. Ticketed
The Choral (film). Chorley Theatre. Ticketed
An audience with Zoe Richards. Chorley Theatre. Ticketed
Saturday 28
Sunday 29
Monday 30
Othello cinema screening. Chorley Theatre. Ticketed
Pete Firman, comedy magic show. Chorley Theatre. Ticketed
Reel Cinema Special Offer. Any film £6.99 on 28 and 29 March when you show your Chorley Comic Con ticket. *Excludes the lounge Discount Offer
Acting workshops. Chorley Theatre Studio. FREE
Comedian Shaparak Khorsandi, Scatterbrain. Chorley Theatre Ticketed
Jodie Ounsley – Gladiator, Fury
Easter book art with Kate Bufton. Ebb & Flo
Author talk and book signing. Chorley Town Hall. Multiple ticket options available. Ticketed
Bookshop loft room. Family and adult workshops Ticketed
Chorley Comic Con. Chorley Town Hall. Ticketed
The Ballad of Wallis Island (film). Chorley Theatre. Ticketed
Teach Rex - interactive kids shows featuring life-like dinosaurs. Chorley Theatre. Ticketed
Theatre and Comedy
Poetry
Step into the magic of live performance and treat yourself to an unforgettable experience at Chorley Theatre. Whether you enjoy the drama of Shakespeare, laugh-out-loud comedy, heartwarming family shows or immersive storytelling, there’s something special waiting for you. Take your seat, soak up the atmosphere and let the show transport youa great night out is closer than you think.
Chorley Comic Con
Poetry is fun, playful and full of surprises. It twists words, breaks rules and turns everyday moments into something memorable. Expect laughs, rhythm and lines that stick with you – because poetry isn’t boring, its words having a good time. Visit our takeaway van for fresh words served hot – take home a poem written just for you and enjoy bite-sized verses packed with flavour.
Children’s activities
Step into a world where heroes, villains and fandoms collide. Chorley’s Comic Con brings comics, cosplay, gaming, film and pop culture together under one roof. Discover exclusive merch, strike a pose and celebrate the stories you love – bigger, bolder and better than ever. Suit up. Geek out. Don’t miss it.
Author talks
Interactive Exhibitions
Our kids shows and craft events are packed with laughter, stories and hands on creativity. Watch exciting live performances, join in interactive activities and make your own colourful crafts. Perfect for little imaginations to run wild.
Competitions
Author talks let you hear stories, insights and behind-the-scenes secrets straight from the authors themselves. Ask questions, discover their creative process and get inspired. Perfect for book lovers of all ages.
Whether you want a feast for the eyes or to get lost in imagination, our exhibitions cover it all. Go superhero hunting in town, enjoy a stroll through Astley Park to see the exhibits on offer and then relax and unwind in Chorley’s pop-up book bench library.
Thought provoking poetry and playful children’s comic book strip competitions are here for the taking. Whether you’re crafting stories, sharing verse or exploring colourful adventures, there something for every age and imagination. Be sure to enter early to have your work featured. Deadline for entries: Children’s Comic Strip is 28 February and Poetry Competition is 6 March: checkoutchorley.com/whatsyourstorycomps
