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: 7 August 2026 – 26 March 2027
Friday Knitting Group at Woodsend Library
A friendly and welcoming group where knitters of all abilities can share skills, make friends and enjoy knitting together in a relaxed library setting.
Event date: 15 May – 18 December
Friday Children's Hour at Partington 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: 31 July 2026 – 26 March 2027
Friday Storytime at Hale 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.
Event date: 4 September
People's Emergency Briefing Screening (16)
Discover The People’s Emergency Briefing, a powerful new film exploring the climate and ecological crises through clear, accessible, community‑focused storytelling.
Venues
Stretford Sports Village, Chester Centre
A leisure centre including a gym, studio classes, swimming pool and swimming lessons.
TeamSport Indoor Karting Trafford Park
Just fifteen minutes from Manchester city centre, our new Manchester Trafford Park track is the perfect opportunity to test your racing nerve.
The Altrincham Garrick Playhouse
Established in 1914, The Altrincham Garrick Playhouse aims to entertain, inspire and educate communities with a high quality creative arts experience that will enrich their lives.
The Coronation Street Experience
Set foot on the iconic cobbles of the real Coronation Street filming location, and explore the set where Weatherfield lives and breathes. The Coronation Street Experience offers you a chance to join Weatherfield’s finest and experience the magic of the nation’s favourite street up close.
Join our expert tour guides for a captivating 90-minute exploration of the largest single TV production site in the world!
Join our expert tour guides for a captivating 90-minute exploration of the largest single TV production site in the world!
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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