BUSINESSES in Earlestown are getting ready to host their first collaborative event this weekend.

The Family Fun Day takes place on Saturday and will see businesses come together to use their resources to host the community event.

The businesses involved are a part of the Earlestown Thrive Growth and Development Hub, which was formed in response to regeneration plans of the town centre.

Community members attending are able to support independent businesses and enjoy a family-friendly day out.

Here is all the information you need ahead of the event.

Organisers: 

Earlestown Thrive - Growth and Development Hub 

Date and time: 

1-6pm on Saturday August 20 

Location: 

Earlestown town centre

Admission:

Entry to the event is free 

Theme: 

Family-friendly and suitable for all ages 

Schedule: 

Throughout the day - food and drink stalls, crafts, children's zone 

1pm - Music and introduction 

1:10pm - King Monday (local band)  

1:50pm - Firebrand (local duo) 

2:30pm - Cosplay contestants and parade 

3:45pm - NADOS

4:30pm - Kerrie Lomas 

5:15pm - Collusion (local band) 

 

For further information ahead of the event, visit the Facebook group here.