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: 26 May 2026 – 21 December 2027
Tuesday Art Club at Urmston Library
A free, informal art group, welcoming adults of all abilities to get creative, explore techniques, and connect.
No need to book, just come along on the day.
No need to book, just come along on the day.
Event date: 28 July 2026 – 30 March 2027
Tuesday Rhymetime at Hale Library
A fun-filled session with stories, singing, rhymes, craft and exciting adventures for children. Every week brings something different, from imaginative storytelling and action rhymes to themed crafts, puzzles, games and hands-on activities designed to spark curiosity and creativity.
Event date: 29 July 2026 – 31 March 2027
Wednesday Rhymetime at Coppice Library
Sing, clap, wiggle and smile at Rhymetime! Join this fun and engaging session of songs, nursery rhymes, actions and movement for babies, toddlers and their grown-ups.
Event date: 5 August 2026 – 31 March 2027
Wednesday Knitting and Crochet group at Altrincham Library
A friendly and welcoming group where knitters and crocheters of all abilities can learn new skills, improve wellbeing, make friends and enjoy crafting together.
Venues
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.
move Urmston
move Urmston is a modern leisure centre including a gym, studio classes, swimming pool, clip and climb and sensory room.
Old Trafford Library
A bright and welcoming library based within the Limelight Health and Wellbeing Hub, offering books, study space, computers, free Wi-Fi, events and access to a range of health and wellbeing services.
Oppio Lounge
Oppio Lounge in Altrincham is a modern, informal café bar on George Street.
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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