The Albert Halls in Bolton is hosting a variety of live music tribute acts and family entertainment throughout May 2026. Located within the historic Victorian Town Hall at Victoria Square, the 673-seat venue continues its tradition of providing cultural events for the local community.
The month of performances begins with The Roy Orbison Story, featuring vocalist Barry Steele, on Saturday 9 May 2026 at 7:30pm. This will be followed by MANIA: The ABBA Tribute on Friday 15 May 2026 at 7:30pm, with tickets available from £28.00 plus a booking fee. The musical lineup continues with The Bootleg Eagles on Friday 22 May 2026 at 7:30pm and The AC/DC Experience, a band featuring musicians from across Lancashire, on Saturday 23 May 2026 at 7:30pm.
For families, Darling Productions UK will bring the show Unicorn Live! to the stage on Sunday 24 May 2026 at 1:00pm. The performance will feature characters Harmony, Melody, and Starlight, and includes an opportunity for a free photo after the show. Further events later in the month include the music of the Four Tops with Sugar Pie Honey Bunch on 30 May and the start of the Johnny Cash Roadshow on 29 May.
The Albert Halls, which is owned and operated by Bolton Council, serves as a central hub for arts and entertainment in the town. The building underwent a £6.5 million restoration completed in January 2017, a project managed by Willmott Dixon. The renovation work earned the venue the Welsh Slate Living Heritage award and the Construction News Awards Project of the Year.
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