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Family events in Manchester

Family-friendly events, workshops, days out and local activities in Manchester.

Current events and activities in Manchester

  1. Magic Makers

    Join us at Chetham’s Library’s Mystical Magic School! Double, double toil and trouble. Fire burn and cauldron bubble! We call upon all young witches and wizards to meet our potion master, spellcaster, wandmaker and more,

    Check official times at Chetham's Library

  2. Match Day Mix-Up with Lioness Jill Scott!!

    Join us at for a FREE afternoon of football-themed family fun this half term! We've partnered with British Gas and Barclays Women's Super League for an afternoon of free activities.

    Check official times at Manchester Central Library

  3. Toddler Takeover!

    Join us for Toddler Takeover, a fun and welcoming session for children aged 0-4 years and their grown-ups. Little ones are invited to discover the Synagogue through sensory play and stories in a relaxed and friendly envi

    Check official times at Manchester Jewish Museum

  4. Pumpkin Pickin at Haigh

    Pick your perfect pumpkin and enjoy a fun-filled family experience at Haigh this October. Get ready for some autumn family fun, Pumpkin Pickin at Haigh is back and in a new home within the Walled Gardens !

    Check official times at Haigh Woodland Park

  5. Shaun the Sheep: The Beast of Mossy Bottom (U)

    Shaun the Sheep: The Beast of Mossy Bottom sees the residents of Mossy Bottom Farm looking forward to Halloween - until the clumsy Farmer trashes the Flock's beloved pumpkin patch! When Shaun turns mad scientist to fix t

    Check official times at HOME

  6. Little Monsters Breakfast Banquet at The Ivy

    Celebrate Halloween at The Ivy with the inaugural Little Monsters Breakfast Banquet - the perfect half term treat. Little monsters and their grown-ups are invited to enjoy a delicious breakfast, seasonal treats and plent

    Check official times at The Ivy Spinningfields Manchester

  7. Little Monsters Breakfast Banquet for Halloween at The Ivy'

    Celebrate Halloween at The Ivy with the inaugural Little Monsters Breakfast Banquet - the perfect half term treat. Little monsters and their grown-ups are invited to enjoy a delicious breakfast, seasonal treats and plent

    Check official times at The Ivy Spinningfields

  8. Mega Halloween Party

    Born To Be Wild Child are back - bringing their magnificent Monster Mash Halloween Party to the Warehouse at Aviva Studios. Come and see the Warehouse magically transformed and filled with Halloween activities for the wh

    Check official times at Aviva Studios

  9. Halloween 2026 at Smithills Open Farm

    Smithills Open Farm's exciting Halloween events are back for 2026! Join us for Pumpkin Picking, Our Half Term Halloween Special and our spooky Halloween Fright Night. Pumpkin Picking Come and join us for our Pumpkin Pick

    Check official times at MANCHESTER

  10. Halloween at Gameface

    Get your Gameface on this Halloween! Head to Gameface Manchester at The Printworks for high-energy, interactive fun.

    Check official times at Unit 21–22, The Printworks, 27 Withy Grove

  11. Halloween at Lancaster Park & Animal Farm

    Autumn adventures await at Halloween on the Farm at Lancaster Park & Animal Farm. Pick your perfect pumpkin, enjoy family-friendly Halloween activities and meet the farm's resident animals as part of a fun-filled day out

    Check official times at Middleton Road

  12. Spark in the Park

    Wrap up warm and join Haigh Woodland Park for an evening of family fun at Spark in the Park!

    Check official times at Haigh Woodland Park

  13. From Here to There: a tour for children

    Children are invited to take a journey through the historic house, accompanied by Speechly the Pineapple. Grab a Pineapple Passport from the entrance of the house, spot the suitcase stacks, and collect stamps for your pa

    Check official times at Dunham Massey

  14. Halloween Screenings at King Street Townhouse

    This October, step into a world of thrills, chills, and cinematic magic at King Street Townhouse.

    Check official times at King Street Townhouse

  15. October half term at Dunham Massey

    24 October - 1 November Autumn is calling! Make the most of October half term and see the parkland at its most colourful. Wrap up warm, breathe in the crisp autumn air and enjoy the changing season as you explore.

    Check official times at Dunham Massey

  16. Spooky fun awaits at RHS Garden Bridgewater this October half-term

    Families can enjoy Halloween-themed activities, including the Wicked Plants trail, spooky crafting, and insect workshops with ZooLab.

    Check official times at Leigh Road

  17. Maunder's School Of Popular Music

    'Maunders School of Popular Music: Student Showcase A night of live music from the students of Maunders School of Popular Music - Manchester's home of popular music tuition for all ages.

    Check official times at Band on the Wall

  18. Digital Bonfire Night at Printworks

    Bonfire Night is just around the corner, and this Printworks is going bigger and better than ever!

    Check official times at Printworks

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