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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.

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15 September

Festivals and Events, Sale

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.

19 September

Sports and Leisure, Stretford

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.

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10 July – 6 September

Families, Altrincham

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

1 August 2026 – 27 March 2027

Families, Urmston

Saturday LEGO® Club at Urmston Library

Get ready for a brick-tastic adventure! Build epic creations, tackle exciting challenges and enjoy family fun together at this weekly LEGO® Club.

1 August 2026 – 27 March 2027

Families, Stretford

Saturday LEGO® Club at Stretford Library

Build epic creations, tackle exciting challenges and enjoy family fun together at this weekly LEGO® Club.

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2 May – 5 December

Festivals and Events, Old Trafford

THE BACK gALLErY art club

On the first Saturday of each month we host a family friendly explorative creative workshop focussed on process, recycling, messy play and community. Everyone is welcome, drop in, dress to get messy and join us to have some outdoor creative fun.

6 September

Festivals and Events, Stretford

Wellbeing Day

Don't miss this gentle, uplifting Wellbeing Day filled with movement, mindfulness and community connection.

Venues

Walkden Gardens, Sale

Walkden Gardens is a hidden gem, a maze of small garden rooms, woodland areas, a Dovecote and a labyrinth. There's also a theatre lawn where outdoor events are held during the summer.

Waterside

Waterside is a thriving and vibrant destination for performance, culture and events in the heart of Sale in Trafford, Greater Manchester, comprising live theatre and event spaces, galleries, workshop studios, bar and coffee house.