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Here are our top picks of what's happening in Crewe this January weekend. You can find a full line-up of events in Crewe in our dedicated What's On section.

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Thursday to Monday - Free Exhibition Train @ Crewe Railway Station

Inspiration is stationed at Crewe from Thursday 15 to Monday 19 January (Photo: Rail 200).

A touring exhibition train celebrating 200 years of Britain's railways has arrived at Crewe station, with free public access over five days.

The special train, called Inspiration, is stationed at Crewe from Thursday 15 to Monday 19 January.

The visit forms part of the national Railway 200 programme marking the bicentenary of the modern railway.

Co-curated by Railway 200 and the National Railway Museum, Inspiration operates as a mobile museum, spread across four carriages.

The exhibition is free to attend, but tickets must be booked in advance and shown at Crewe Station on arrival. Opening times are 10am to 5pm, with last entry at 4pm.

Friday - Sing The Musicals @ Crewe Lyceum Theatre

Sing the Musicals is live at Crewe Lyceum Theatre on Friday 16 January (Photo: Crewe Lyceum).

Sing the Musicals is live at Crewe Lyceum Theatre on Friday 16 January.

Direct from London's West End, this is the first national tour of the greatest musicals of all time performed by a sensational live band and character singers.

With a giant screen and sing along lyrics, this the must see show of 2026.

Featuring: Mamma Mia, The Greatest Showman, Dirty Dancing, Les Mis, Phantom, Rocky Horror, Mary Poppins, Oliver, We Will Rock You and many more.

This event starts at 7.30pm. For tickets click HERE.

Saturday - Crewe Alexandra versus Barrow

Crewe Alexandra host Barrow A.F.C. on Saturday 17 January, with the match kicking off at 3pm (Photo: Crewe Alex).

Crewe Alexandra host Barrow A.F.C, on Saturday 17 January, with the match kicking off at 3pm.

The Railwaymen are aiming to get back-to-back victories following a 1-1 draw at home to Harrogate Town last Saturday.

Tickets are available online HERE, over the phone at 01270 252610 or in person in our ticket office. 

Don't miss out on watching the action live - secure your seat today.

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