Oldham's Christmas Lights Switch-On Show runs 5.30pm-6.30pm on Saturday 15 November 2025 outside the Old Town Hall. The free stage line-up includes Oldham's Fierce Dance, Coliseum's 'A Christmas Fair', Queen Elizabeth Hall's Beauty and the Beast cast, Ollie & Millie, Rodney the Reindeer, Frank Rothwell and Father Christmas. Bluey and Bingo appear in Market Hall from 2pm at intervals. One local child can win the ceremonial lights-and-fireworks button push via entry form at oldham.gov.uk/push_the_button by midnight 12 November. A Christmas-themed fireworks display follows the tree illumination. Additional festive Saturdays 22 and 29 November and 6 and 13 December bring noon-4pm street bands, performers and family workshops. Council-owned town-centre car parks offer three hours free parking. Councillor Arooj Shah encourages residents to support Tommyfield Market and town-centre traders.
Chadderton Town Hall in Oldham will host its inaugural wedding fair on Sunday 25 January 2026 from 11am to 3pm. Couples attending the event who complete a feedback form become eligible for a prize draw to win a free wedding ceremony at the venue. The fair features over 20 industry exhibitors ranging from florists and photographers to providers of wedding cars and cakes. Springhill Hospice will attend with donated bridal wear, suits, and bridesmaids' dresses available for purchase at reduced prices. Since opening for licensed ceremonies in July 2005, the Town Hall has hosted nearly 8,000 weddings. Registrars will be present to showcase the Oak Room, Green Room, and main staircase while advising on legal notice requirements. Entry and parking are free, with goody bags reserved for the first 100 couples to arrive.
Outta Skool held its ninth annual awards ceremony in Oldham to mark 17 years of operation supporting local youth and adults. Oldham Council Leader Cllr Arooj Shah attended alongside Cllr Mohammed Nazrul Islam and Cllr Shaid Mushtaq to present awards. The event recognised participants from a wide range of clubs for their hard work and progress. Awards focused on commitment, personal development and leadership across the year. Adults who have taken part in community projects were also recognised during the night. Murad Chowdhury serves as the Director of Outta Skool and thanked councillors for recognising year-round programme work. The organisation provides affordable community sports and wellbeing activities across Oldham.