Upcoming Events
There’s plenty to look forward to in the Milnrow Band calendar! From thrilling contest performances to toe-tapping concerts, every event is a chance to enjoy the band’s powerful sound, musical flair, and passion for performance. Whether you’re a long-time supporter or a first-time listener, we’d love to see you there.
North West Area Championships
Milnrow Band will be competing at the 2026 North West Area Brass Band Championships on Sunday 1st March at the Winter Gardens, Blackpool.
The North West Area contest is one of the most prestigious dates in the brass band calendar, bringing together bands from across the region to compete for qualification to the National Finals. Milnrow Band is proud to represent the North West and looks forward to performing on this historic stage.
2026 Grand Shield Contest
Milnrow Band is proud to be competing at the 2026 Grand Shield Contest on Sunday 3rd May, held at Birmingham Town Hall.
Following qualification at last year’s Spring Festival, the band will travel to Birmingham to perform against some of the finest brass bands in the UK in one of the most highly regarded contests in the brass band calendar.
We look forward to representing Milnrow on this national stage and wish all competing bands the very best of luck (but not that much)
Ribble Valley Music Festival 2026
Milnrow Band travel to Clitheroe to participate in the fabulous Ribble Valley Music festival for another year.
A different experience every year, from Music from stage and screen to British Prom classics. Lets see what 2026 has in store.
The Viennese New Year at Boarshurst Sunday Brass
Celebrate the New Year with Milnrow Band in a sparkling Viennese concert of waltzes, polkas and light classical favourites. Featuring music by Strauss, Rossini and more, this uplifting evening brings elegant melodies, lively rhythms and a touch of Viennese magic to the heart of the Pennines.
Doors Open 6.30pm
Concert Starts 7.30pm
Tickets can be purchased on the door!
Viennese New Year comes to Milnrow
Celebrate the New Year with Milnrow Band in a sparkling Viennese concert of waltzes, polkas and light classical favourites. Featuring music by Strauss, Rossini and more, this uplifting evening brings elegant melodies, lively rhythms and a touch of Viennese magic to the heart of the Pennines.
Ticket prices:
£10 adults
£5 children
Tickets can be purchased on the door!
Carolling in Milnrow
Bringing festive cheer to the good folk of Milnrow
Watch out for the band as they take to the streets bringing carols and festive spirit around the community.
The band will be out and about on these dates, between 7pm and 9pm. Listen out….
Monday 1st December
Thursday 4th December
Thursday 11th December
Thursday 18th December
Check the Facebook page for details on the the routes the Band will be taking each night
Scottish Open Brass Band Championship Contest
The band travel to Perth to defend their “2024 Champion” title
The Scottish Open Brass Band Championship Contest is a prestigious annual event, attracting the highest quality bands. It takes place in the magnificent Perth Concert Hall.
In 2024 the band were crowned Scottish Open Champions. The first English band to win the title in 14 years. This year the band take the 240 mile trip to Perth with one single task. Do it again and bring the trophy back to Milnrow for another year.
Dobcross Band Club Concert Series
🎺 Milnrow Band in Concert 🎺
📍 Dobcross Band Club
📅 Sunday 21st September 2025
🕒 Start time: 2:00 PM
Join us for an unforgettable afternoon of live brass music as the acclaimed Milnrow Band performs an exciting and varied programme at the iconic Dobcross Band Club. Whether you're a brass enthusiast or simply looking for a great afternoon of music with friends, this concert promises stirring solos, powerful pieces, and classic favourites.
🎶 Bar open – Great music, great atmosphere!
🎟️ Tickets available directly from the club
Don’t miss it – mark your calendars now!
St Georges Day Celebration
Milnrow Band will be performing a selection of English heritage music, also featuring vocalist Victor Michaels. Accompanying the first-class music will be a generous serving of Pie, Peas & Gravy.
Contact Mark at Milnrow Cricket Club for more details - 01706647930 - manager@milnrowcricketclub.com.
Ribble Valley Music Festival
Ribble Valley Music Festival - Milnrow Band will accompany extracts from popular film sequences on the big screen, and will be performing music from the likes of John Williams, Hanz Zimmer, John Barry and many more. This is a pre-festival event ahead of the opening night in April.
Bavarian Night
Come and join Milnrow band for a
thigh-slapping, foot stomping night of Bavarian music,
beers and party games. 17th Novermber @ Milnrow
working Mens Club - Doors 8pm - Free Entry
Remembrance Concert
Join us for a free short concert at Milnrow Workmen’s Club following the Milnrow Remembrance Service.
Milnrow Remembrance Parade
We will be heading the Remembrance Parade again this year as always, starting out on Cornfield Street and heading to Milnrow Memorial Park for the service and back again.
Last Night of The Proms
We’re back at Milnrow Cricket Club for our annual Last Night of The Proms concert, always an audience favourite!
Sunday Brass at Boarshurst Band Club
Sunday Brass at Boarshurst Band Club is probably one of the most popular brass band concert series running in the North of England with bands and audience members travelling from far and wide to take part. This concert will also be live streamed on Facebook via the Boarshurst Band Club page.
Last Night of the Ribble Valley Proms
A stunning performance with music from great composers of the 20th century: Copland, Elgar, The Beatles, Lauridsen, Wood, Bernstein, The Drifters, Williams, Norman, Parry, and more with a flag waving climax of proms favourites.
Milnrow Calling
We’ll be performing at this year’s Milnrow Calling - “A brand new music festival based in the village of Milnrow; featuring up-and-coming artists, top tribute acts, local bands and community groups.”
Showcase Brass!
The band will be returning to Dobcross Band Club as part of their Showcase Brass! series.
Brighouse March Contest
The band will be competeing at the annual March & Hymn Tune Contest.
Hebden Bridge March Contest
The band will be competeing at the annual March & Hymn Tune Contest
Milnrow & Newhey Districts Community Carnival
Join us for the annual Milnrow & Newhey Carnival as we head the parade through Newhey and then Milnrow.
Whit Friday Quickstep March Contests - Saddleworth
Dubbed the greatest free show on Earth, the Whit Friday march contests in Saddleworth are something that truly need to be experienced to fully understand. The band will look to compete at as many village venues as time allows, offering a street and contest march at each.
All events are free to enter.
Coronation Concert
Celebrating the Coronation of King Charles III at Moorhouse Methodist Church, Milnrow.
The Grand Shield
We travel back to Blackpool, this time to compete in the Grand Shield contest as part of the Spring Festival. Placing in the top two of this contest would see the band return to the British Open Championships for the first time since 2017.
Tickets available on the door.
St. Georges Day Concert
Join us at Milnrow Cricket Club for our annual St. Georges Day concert.
Slaithwaite Concert Series
We’re heading over the hills to play for the good people of Slaithwaite, always a great audience. Entry is free with a collection.
Mass Brass VI
Mass Brass returns for another year with a sixth instalment hosting more bands than ever before! This is an event you don’t want to miss!