1. Have a chuckle with an international comedian known for his hawk eye dissections of the absurdities of life. Jimeoin, pronounced Jim Owen, will be at the Albert Halls, Bolton, on Friday night.

The Bolton News: Jimeoin credit James Penlidis

2. Sing along to hits including Livin' on a Prayer and You Give Love a Bad Name with a band billed as the world’s number one tribute to Bon Jovi. Bon Giovi will be at the Railway Venue, Chapeltown Road, Bromley Cross, on Friday night.

The Bolton News: Bon Giovi

3. Raise a pint at the 21st annual beer festival which raises money for Bolton Lads & Girls Club. The event is at Bolton Rugby Club, Avenue Street, until Saturday.

The Bolton News: Bolton is expecting 5,000 beer drinkers for festival

4. Enjoy a firework display at Bradshaw Cricket Club. Bonfire Night will come early to the Rigby Lane club where there will also be a funfair to enjoy.

The Bolton News: SPECTACULAR: Fireworks explode in the sky above Bradshaw Cricket Club

5. Find out if you would survive a zombie apocalypse. Only the best will make it to the other side as a horrifying zombie horde descends on Scream Park UK, at EventCity, near the Trafford Centre.

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