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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.

Large collection of crochet purple roses of various shades from violet to deep purple

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.

A photo of the comedian Paul Foot against a yellow background

24 September

Theatre and Performance, Sale

Paul Foot: The Future

Remember when people were excited for the future? With visions of jetpacks, friendly robots wheeling around, and solar-powered bidets.

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 November

Festivals and Events, Urmston

Drip Cake Decorating Class

Do you want to learn how to make a stunning cake showstopper? Then this drip cake decorating class is perfect for you.

28 November

Families, Altrincham

Christmas Fayre

Don't miss stalls and crafts, Santa's Grotto, live music, food and more at St George's Church's annual Christmas Fayre.

3 December

Festivals and Events, Altrincham

Festive Macaron Decorating Workshop

Join a fun and festive evening where you'll learn how to decorate delicious macarons.

Two performers dancing with model penguins

5 – 27 December

Families, Sale

Mr Popper's Penguins

An international smash hit musical from the creators of Raymond Brigg's Father Christmas. Painter and decorator by day, Mr Popper spends his time dreaming of Antarctic adventures...