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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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A photo of musicians Paul Jones and Dave Kelly

13 February 2027

Theatre and Performance, Sale

Paul Jones & Dave Kelly

Few names carry as much weight in British rhythm and blues as Paul Jones and Dave Kelly - two towering figures whose lifelong dedication to the blues has helped shape the genre on this side of the Atlantic.

13 February 2027

Arts and Culture, Altrincham

Film - In the Mood for Love

In 1960s Hong Kong, an editor and a secretary enter into an unconsummated relationship after discovering that their spouses are having an affair.

21 February 2027

Families, Sale

Pinocchio

Steve Tiplady, as Geppetto, uses the objects of a carpenter’s workshop to tell the tale of the puppet that wants to be a real boy, and the puppet-maker who wants to be a real father.

27 February 2027

Festivals and Events, Sale

Early Doors: Behind The Bar & Beyond

BAFTA award-winning writer and performer Phil Mealey invites audiences back into The Grapes for an evening of laughter, nostalgia, behind-the-scenes stories, favourite clips, unseen material and live music.