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Festivals and events

Whatever the occasion, Trafford loves a celebration – as well as a packed calendar of activities. Never miss out on what's on with this roundup of the borough's festivals and events.

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Pride in Trafford. Photo: Dawn Kilner

What's On

Price
Where
The poster for Stamford Music Service
Event date: 24 August – 14 December

Theatre and Performance, Altrincham

Stamford Music Circle

Come along and get involved. No experience necessary.
Women at a reading group
Event date: 7 September 2026 – 1 March 2027

Festivals and Events, Timperley

Monday Afternoon Readers' Group at Timperley Library

Looking for your next great read and some friendly conversation? Pull up a chair, grab a cuppa and join Timperley Library's Monday Afternoon Readers' Group.
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Event date: 31 August 2026 – 23 August 2027

Arts and Culture, Stretford

ARTIVISTS

Are you interested in art and activism? Want to stand up for what you believe in and use your art to create change? Join Artivists at Gorse Hill Studios.
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Event date: 7 September – 14 December

Festivals and Events, Altrincham

Mindfulness

A safe, calm and relaxing environment where like-minded people can enjoy the practice of mindfulness through experienced guidance.

Venues

Where
Exterior view of St George’s Church, Altrincham, a large historic red-brick church with tall arched windows and a distinctive circular rose window. Stone steps and railings lead up through the churchyard to the building, beneath a bright blue sky with scattered clouds.

St George's Church Altrincham

Welcome to St George’s, Altrincham, a local Church of England parish church since 1799 and a busy community hub in the heart of the town.
A front side angle of Stretford Public Hall, a Grade 2 listed Victorian building with a clocktower

Stretford Public Hall

Stretford Public Hall is a community‑owned, multi‑purpose venue run by Friends of Stretford Public Hall, providing accessible spaces and a vibrant programme of arts, music, cinema, and wellbeing activities.
Established in 1914, The Altrincham Garrick Playhouse aims to entertain, inspire and educate our communities with a high quality creative arts experience that will enrich their lives.

We have a state of the art main auditorium, seating 401 and our much loved Lauriston Studio is a 49-seat venue, which is more experimental and where more intimate theatre is staged. We also have a cosy bar.

The Garrick is home to our own Drama, Comedy, Musicals & Pantomime. We host productions from visiting societies, al

The Altrincham Garrick Playhouse

Established in 1914, The Altrincham Garrick Playhouse aims to entertain, inspire and educate communities with a high quality creative arts experience that will enrich their lives.

Guides

Longford Park aerial

Great green spaces in Trafford

Discover the best parks and green spaces in Trafford - featuring a historic deer park and an epic disc golf course.
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