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5 things to do in Barrow this weekend (July 3rd-5th)

July 2, 2026

From gaming to reading, make the most of your weekend in Barrow this week!

1. Visit The Bridge's annual open day for free family fun


๐Ÿ“The Bridge, Portland Walk

๐Ÿ“… Saturday 4th July, 10am-3pm

Help The Bridge celebrate another year with their Annual Open Day in partnership with BarrowFull. Expect art workshops, dance performances, live artists, STEM activities and more as we celebrate another year of community.

2. Kick off the Summer with Barrow Library's Summer Reading Challenge

๐Ÿ“Barrow Library, Ramsden Square

This year's Summer Reading Challenge is here, launching on Saturday 4th July at Barrow Library! Pop in to receive your collector folder and start reading to collect stickers to win rewards.

3. Get your garden ready for more hot weather

๐Ÿ“Flicker Handmade by Lisa, Duke Street

With another heatwave hitting Barrow very soon, make sure your garden is barbecue ready and stock up on citronella candles from Lisa! Handmade in store, these pure soy wax candles are a must buy this Summer.

4. Challenge your friends to a game or two

๐Ÿ“Coffee D'Ash, Portland Walk

๐Ÿ“… Saturday 4th July, 4pm-8pm

Triple C Games returns to the town centre with Coffee D'Ash latest games night, featuring giant games like Connect 4 and Kerplunk. Bring your friends and enjoy an evening of competition in this cosy town centre coffee shop.

5. Discover a new artist on vinyl

๐Ÿ“ Fat Bob's, Cavendish Street

One of Barrow's best record shops, Fat Bob's is home to vinyl, CDs and merch from all your favourite artists. Have a browse this weekend and find a new favourite!

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