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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.

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.

What's on

A cartoon of a boy and a girl with magnifying glasses in front of a church door

1 September 2026 – 17 August 2027

Families, Altrincham

Church Explorers!

A free adventure trail around St George's Church for younger children - just pick up a trail sheet and start exploring!

A selection of work created during the creative connections workshops

5 May – 15 December

Festivals and Events, Old Trafford

Creative Connections

A weekly group on Tuesday mornings focussing on embroidery, gem art, needle felting and more.

Group of children listening, laughing and having fun.

19 May 2026 – 30 March 2027

Families, Old Trafford

Tuesday Children's Hour at Old Trafford Library

A fun and engaging weekly session where children and their families can enjoy stories, rhymes, crafts, games and creative activities together.

3 August 2026 – 30 March 2027

Families, Sale

Tuesday Storytime at Sale Library

Join this fun and interactive session for under-fives featuring stories, rhymes and songs that inspire a love of reading and learning in a bright, warm library space.

Venues

Longford Park Disc Golf Course

If there has been a lot of recent rain you might want to wear wellies / boots as some areas can get water logged.

Lostock Library

Located in the heart of Stretford, Lostock Library is a friendly venue at which to read, learn, connect and be inspired.

Mabel's Cafe and Tea Rooms

Mabel's Cafe and Tea Rooms in Altrincham is a warm, welcoming and homely Victorian-style spot that's host to a range of events.

move Altrincham

A modern leisure centre including a swimming pool, gym, studio classes, The Cove Spa, gymnastics courses and swimming lessons. Available to both members and PAYG customers.