Side-by -Side Festival

Side‑by‑Side Festival returns this August for three days under the theme “It Belongs to You.” 

Each day has a distinct focus and is inspired by an object of significance, creating space for shared experiences, reflection and participation. Join us over three days for fun-filled creative activities in Rochdale Town Centre! 

Join us for a festival made by the people of Rochdale Borough, for everyone. You can take part in free activities like making art, playing games, performances, film screenings food and more – all created by local communities.

Come and explore the pop-up space ‘Temporary Touchstones’ near Touchstones on Rochdale Town Hall Square and discover what happens when we all work Side-by-Side. 

There are plenty of ways to get involved, so let’s create something special together! Thanks to Arts Council England, Rochdale Boroughwide Council, and Rochdale Town Hall for helping make this happen!