Event date: 15 September
Forge: Artists & Craftmakers Development Day
Forge is a development day for craftmakers, designer-makers and contemporary visual artists - you can book individual sessions or join for the full day.
Highlights
Our pick of what's on in Trafford.
Event date: 19 September
England v Sri Lanka, Vitality IT20
T20 Cricket brings the perfect mix of fast-paced action, local heroes, and a buzzing atmosphere. See England vs Sri Lanka in this international fixture.
Event date: 10 July – 6 September
Summer of Play at Dunham Massey
Enjoy playful family days out this summer at Dunham Massey from 10 July to 6 September.
What's on
Event date: 4 September
The 39 Steps
Award-winning actor Jonathan Goodwin writes and performs this brand new stage adaptation of the classic Edwardian spy thriller by John Buchan, memorably filmed by Alfred Hitchcock.
Event date: 8 August 2026 – 27 March 2027
Saturday Knitwits Knitting Group at Stretford Library
Stitch, chat and create at this library Knitting Group! A friendly and welcoming group where knitters of all abilities can share skills, make friends and enjoy knitting together in a relaxed library setting.
Event date: 1 August 2026 – 3 May 2027
Saturday LEGO® Club at Coppice Library
Build epic creations, tackle exciting challenges and enjoy family fun together at this weekly LEGO® Club.
Event date: 8 August 2026 – 27 March 2027
Saturday Knit and Natter at Coppice Library
Stitch, chat and create at this library Knitting Group! A friendly and welcoming group where knitters of all abilities can share skills, make friends and enjoy knitting together in a relaxed library setting.
Venues
The English Rose Bakery
A small bakery in Urmston where you can pop in to collect a box of macarons or take part in a workshop
The Music Place
The Music Place is an educational centre devoted to teaching music in an inspirational way.
The Northern Light Cinema Sale
The Northern Light is a luxurious three-screen independent cinema in Stanley Square, Sale.
Timperley Library
Opened on a new site in 2022, Timperley Library has modern facilities and a friendly welcome.
Guides
Great things to do in Trafford for families
Looking for places to take the family over the summer holidays? Trafford has your back.
Standout places to visit in Trafford
Trafford is home to international sporting venues, award-winning museums and exceptional green spaces. Discover them here.
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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