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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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Highlights

Our pick of what's on in Trafford.

29 October

Theatre and Performance, Timperley

Halloween Half-Term Disco at Timperley Library

Calling all witches, wizards, ghosts, vampires and little monsters! Head to Timperley Library for a frightfully fun Halloween Disco. Better still, it's free!

Halloween Pink Pony Ceilidh Club in glowing neon Times Modern font, a spiderweb border on a black background and graphics of pink horsehoes, medieval buglers and a cameo wearing a pink cowboy hat

31 October

Theatre and Performance, Stretford

Pink Pony Ceilidh Club - Halloween!

'Pink Pony Ceilidh Club' is a fun and silly guided ceilidh (a series of choreographed group dances) to a bardcore (flutes and lutes covers) soundtrack of pop songs with a Medieval Cowboy Bridgerton Fantasy and this October, Halloween (optional) dress-code! Adults only

30 October

Festivals and Events, Urmston

Halloween Macaron decorating workshop

Join in on an evening of spooky fun and leave with your own box of frightfully sweet macarons!

What's on

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8 September 2026 – 31 August 2027

Sports and Leisure, Sale

Mile Shy Club Walking Group

Fully inclusive, gentle one-mile walks for people of all abilities, led by Advanced Walk Leaders experienced in supporting those with long-term physical and mental health conditions. Sessions start outside the library at 1pm, cost £2 to attend, include a warm-up and cool-down, and are followed by an optional drink.

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13 October 2026 – 12 October 2027

Theatre and Performance, Timperley

Music Jamming Session

A fun, beginner-friendly music session where you can learn guitar, bass, or drums and enjoy playing alongside others. No experience, instruments, or booking are required, and the sessions are free and open to all.

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20 October 2026 – 12 October 2027

Festivals and Events, Old Trafford

Meditation Group

Join Meditation with Theatre of the Senses for a peaceful and supportive meditation session focused on mindfulness, self-awareness, and wellbeing. Suitable for both beginners and experienced meditators, the group offers a welcoming space to relax, reflect, and develop greater calm and compassion

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13 October 2026 – 12 October 2027

Festivals and Events, Timperley

American Pool Session

Enjoy a friendly game of American Pool on a nine-foot pool table in a relaxed and welcoming environment. Suitable for all abilities, it's a great opportunity to socialise, have fun, and enjoy some friendly competition.

Venues

A bowling hut seen from across a bowling green with trees and greenery in front of railings in the foreground

Davyhulme Park

A Green Flag award winning park featuring two ponds, gardens, sports pitches, play areas and more. The perfect place to escape to nature.

A view across a lawn in a park with foliage in the top of the frame, a grand house in the distance

Denzell Gardens

Escape into this green oasis in Altrincham - unwind by sunken gardens, vibrant wildflower meadows, ancient trees, and exotic orchids.

Dunham Massey

A garden for all seasons, an ancient deer park and a house filled with treasures and stories.

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Emirates Old Trafford

With over 150 years of history, Lancashire County Cricket Club is one of the most sought after venues for international cricket and has witnessed some of the sport's most iconic moments.