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Things to do in Trafford

Discover what's on and where to go in Trafford, Greater Manchester's cultural borough.

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Our pick of what's on in Trafford.

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7 September 2026 – 8 March 2027

Workshops and Clubs, Altrincham

Trafford Roses Against Violence

Help to create 10,000 handmade purple roses as part of Trafford’s Roses Against Violence campaign for International Women’s Day. The roses will form a powerful public installation for International Women’s Day 2027, helping to shine a light on violence against women and girls and inspire collective action across Trafford.

2 June – 1 November

Arts and Culture, Altrincham

The Botanical World of Mary Delany

Discover the pioneering technique of this eighteenth-century artist, whose ‘paper mosaicks’ were celebrated as scientifically accurate botanical specimens.

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28 October

Arts and Culture, Sale

Frontier Sapiens Adventure Film Festival

The Frontier Sapiens Adventure Film Festival showcases an awe-inspiring line-up of films from some of the world’s best filmmakers.

What's on

31 July 2026 – 26 March 2027

Families, Stretford

Friday Rhymetime at Stretford Library

Sing, clap, wiggle and smile at Rhymetime! Join this fun and engaging session of songs, nursery rhymes, actions and movement for babies, toddlers and their grown-ups.

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11 September 2026 – 27 August 2027

Workshops and Clubs, Sale

Feel Good Friday with Lifestyle Strides

Weekly wellbeing sessions combining gentle exercise, movement, breathing and relaxation techniques to support physical and mental health, with activities adapted for all abilities and access to ongoing online wellbeing support.

2 October 2026 – 26 March 2027

Festivals and Events, Urmston

Friday Coffee Morning at Urmston Library

Good conversation, plenty of laughter and a warm welcome awaits you at Urmston Library's Coffee Morning. A friendly and lively social gathering where you can enjoy a hot drink, share a laugh, make new friends and connect with your local community.

25 September 2026 – 26 March 2027

Arts and Culture, Partington

Friday Afternoon Art Group at Partington Library

Unleash your creativity, explore new ideas and enjoy good company at Partington Library's Art Club. This is a friendly and creative group where people of all abilities can explore art, improve wellbeing, learn new skills and enjoy the company of fellow artists.