Music

Oldham has a vibrant music scene covering the whole spectrum of tastes from heavy rock to brass bands.

For a chance to see one of Oldham's many up and coming bands in a relaxed, friendly atmosphere, visit one of our many thriving live music venues.

Visit Jackson’s Pit for DJ’d and live music including folk, heavy rock, jazz, blues and motown. The Castle, located on Union Street in the heart of Oldham Town Centre, is the birthplace of Inspiral Carpets and witnessed early performances from Oasis and The Stone Roses.  Whittles is a rock venue featuring live acts 6 nights a week and on Sunday afternoons.

In contrast, the Whit Friday Brass Band Concerts (next event takes place on 17 June 2011) are part of Oldham’s heritage with the earliest recorded contest taking place in 1884.  This year’s event saw well over 100 brass bands in 20 different contests scattered around the moorland towns and villages of the western edge of the Pennines.