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The best things to do in Greater Manchester this week | 15-21 July 2024

Emily Sergeant Emily Sergeant - 11th July 2024

Ready for another week of summer fun? Of course you are.

It’s genuinely hard to believe we’re already into our third full week of July now, and even after Greater Manchester‘s social calendar has been packed full of loads of foodie festivals, cultural celebrations, sporting tournaments, and wholesome family-friendly events so far this month, there’s even more where that came from this week.

Finding it a bit tricky to pick what to do though? As always, we’ve chosen a few of the best bits for another edition of our ‘what’s on‘ guide.

Here’s some of our recommendations.

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& Juliet

Manchester Opera House

Monday 15 – Saturday 20 July

Lorna Courtney and the cast of & JULIET. Credit: Matthew Murphy
& Juliet / Credit: ATG Tickets | Matthew Murphy

Broadway and West End smash-hit musical, & Juliet, has returned to Manchester.

Having taken over the historic Manchester Opera House stage, the musical reimagines Shakespeare’s iconic love story from a new angle, and asks what would have become of Juliet if she’d given up on Romeo before their tragic ending.

Audiences are whisked away on a journey that shows Juliet’s life if she’d skipped her famous ending for a second chance at life and love.

Find out more and grab last-minute tickets here.

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Wild

Manchester Museum

Monday 15 July – onwards

Wild / Credit: Manchester Museum

A groundbreaking new immersive exhibition exploring our relationship with the natural world is now open at Manchester Museum.

‘Wild’ look at how people are creating, rebuilding, and repairing connections with nature, and how the natural world has traditionally been presented and idealised through Western art, as well as looking at some unique approaches to environmental recovery too.

The exhibition will also crucially look at how we can tackle the climate and biodiversity crisis by making the world more wild.

Find out more and grab your FREE tickets here.

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50 Years of the Replica Shirt

National Football Museum

Monday 15 July – onwards

50 Years of the Replica Shirt / Credit: National Football Museum | Admiral Sports

A new exhibition telling the story of the football shirt pioneers, Admiral, is now open at the National Football Museum.

50 Years of the Replica Shirt will take visitors right through the Admiral’s history, from their humble beginnings in a Leicestershire textile town, to the official kit manufacturers for the England national team – with key moments in the company’s timeline highlighted through a range of objects, photographs, and kit designs.

Find out more about the new exhibition here.

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Fancy trying out some new independent food and drink businesses that’ve opened in Greater Manchester this past month?

Our region is lucky enough to get to welcome a whole host of new hospitality residents all year round, but once those summer months arrive, doors to exciting new places are being flung open left, right, and centre… and just in last month alone, there’s been that many to choose from, it’s hard to keep up.

We’re talking a new coffee and brunch spot, a pop-up pasta bar turned permanent, the rebirth of an old venue into a swanky Irish bar, and so much more.

Take a look at five of the best below:

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Manchester Green Spaces Trail

Manchester & Salford

Monday 15 July – onwards

Manchester Green Spaces Trail / Credit: Carl Sukonik | Annapurna Mellor

Workers and visitors are being invited to discover some stunning outdoor spaces across Manchester city centre and beyond this summer.

Keen to get out and about on foot? Manchester has launched Manchester Green Spaces Trail – a brand-new walking trail celebrating the best green, blue, and outdoor areas the cities of Manchester and Salford have to offer.

Created in collaboration with Manchester tour guide, Jonathan Schofield, the walking trail is free to do and accessible via a downloadable map, and it features 16 garden and water spaces.

Find out more here.

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Kargo on the Docks

MediaCity

Tuesday 16 July – onwards

Kargo on the Docks / Credit: Supplied

One of Greater Manchester’s best-loved outdoor dining concepts has returned for 2024, and there’s a proper tasty lineup of traders.

‘Kargo on the Docks’ – which is MediaCity‘s al fresco dining pop-up, in place of the former Box On The Docks – has had itself a bit of a “glow up” and has taken over the waterfront and gardens with a fresh wave of local food traders and stunning artwork by Salford-based creatives, all as the sun shines down on Salford Quays this summer.

Find out more and see who’s pitched up here.

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Batman Unmasked

Depot Mayfield

Tuesday 16 July – 26 August

Batman’s Tumbler Batmobile, made famous by The Dark Knight, arrives in Trafalgar Square ahead of Batman Day and launch of Batman Unmasked, an immersive pop-up opening tomorrow for three days
Batman Unmasked / Credit: DC (via Supplied)

A huge Batman experience is swooping into Manchester this week.

Taking over Depot Mayfield from this week, and offering fans a chance to see real jaw-dropping props and costumes from the actual Warner Bros. archives, this exclusive event is all set to bring the cinematic world of Batman to life.

Through a series of themed rooms, exhibitions, and a comic book and gaming area, Batman Unmasked will be packed full of items from this iconic character’s film history.

Find out more and grab tickets here.

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Brave Space

The Lowry

Thursday 18 – Saturday 20 July

Brave Space / Credit: The Lowry

An immersive circus show described as being “breathtakingly beautiful” is coming to Greater Manchester this.

All-female Chicago-based circus company, Aloft, is set to take over a rarely-seen area of The Lowry building from this Thursday to Saturday for what is expected to be an “unmissable event”.

Inspired by the idea of creating trusting communities in trying and dangerous times, Brave Space starts as a puddle of 250-yards of fabric on the floor, and then, with the help of the audience, grows into a massive blanket fort and a “world of hope” that includes everything from interdependent acts of aerial arts, and acrobatics, to juggling, balancing on eight-foot high poles, and more.

Find out more and grab tickets here.

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Did you see that John Rylands Library has been named one of the best free UK attractions families should visit this summer?

The historic Grade-I listed building on Deansgate in the heart of the city centre has claimed a coveted fourth spot on a new top 10 list, according to a new analysis of TripAdvisor ratings of free UK attractions.

With the summer break right around the corner now, plenty of parents, carers, and guardians across Greater Manchester will likely be looking for a ways to keep the kids entertained and educated while schools are out for six full weeks – especially ways that are Manchester weather-proof and don’t break the bank too much too.

In fact, internet searches for ‘free tourist attractions near me’ are said to have risen by +5000% over the past 30 days.

John Rylands houses one of the UK’s most unique collections of books and manuscripts, and was found to have an average five-star TripAdvisor rating of 75.2%, according to the study – with visitors describing it as “definitely worth the visit”.

Find out why it’s featured in the top 10 here.

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Injecting Hope: The race for a COVID-19 vaccine

Science and Industry Museum

Friday 19 July – onwards

Injecting Hope: The race for a COVID-19 vaccine / Credit: Science Museum Group

More than 100 objects and stories collected during the peak of the COVID-19 pandemic are to go on display as part of a new exhibition that’s opening at the Science and Industry Museum this week.

The groundbreaking new exhibition, titled Injecting Hope: The race for a COVID-19 vaccine, will explore the worldwide effort to develop vaccines at pandemic speed, while uncovering the inspiring stories of scientists and innovators around the globe who collaborated to tackle the worldwide COVID-19 challenge along the way.

The best bit? It’s absolutely FREE to attend, and advanced tickets are available to book on the Museum’s website now.

Find out more and book tickets here.

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Dinosaurs in the Park

Heaton Park

Friday 19 July – 4 August

Dinosaurs in the Park
Dinosaurs in the Park
Dinosaurs in the Park / Credit: Supplied

Are you ready for Manchester to be transformed into “a palaeontologist’s playground”?

Back by popular demand once again this summer, dozens of life-sized animatronic dinosaurs are descending on the grounds of Heaton Park from this week, and this means our region is set to become become the closest thing to Jurassic Park in real life.

Dino fans of all ages will get the chance to get up close and personal with around 40 of the big beasts over the next couple of weeks.

Find out more and get yourself some tickets here.

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Red Rose Diner

East Lancashire Railway

Friday 19 July – onwards

Red Rose Diners / Credit: ELR

Greater Manchester’s iconic heritage railway is hosting one of the most unique fine dining experiences in the region this summer.

Running on selected Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays throughout the summer, East Lancashire Railway’s ‘Red Rose Diners’ are described as being “the ultimate first class foodie experience”, as they start with a glass of fizz and stretch over an almost three-hour steam train journey through the Irwell Valley.

The experience includes a four-course dinner with complimentary sparkling wine, followed by tea or coffee and after-dinner chocolates.

Find out more and book here.

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Creatures Comedy Festival

Northern Quarter

Friday 19 – 28 July

Creatures Comedy Festival / Credit: Creatures Comedy Club

A brand-new comedy festival is kicking off in Manchester this week, and there’s still time to grab yourself some tickets.

Taking place over 10 days, and happening down at the popular Creatures Comedy Club – which is in the basement of Corner Boy in the Northern Quarter – comedy fans will be able to catch more than 30 acts in action before they head off to the world-famous Edinburgh Fringe next month.

From internationally-renowned comics, to your favourite local acts, this exclusive pre-Fringe access event has got a little bit of everything for everyone.

Find out more here.

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Classic Car Boot Sale

MediaCity

Saturday 20 & Sunday 21 July

Classic Car Boot Sale / Credit: Supplied

A classic car boot sale with loads of vintage gems is arriving in Greater Manchester for the first time ever this weekend.

The Classic Car Boot Sale will be taking over MediaCity this Saturday and Sunday, and it’s all sounding set to be a vintage, pre-loved, and classic car enthusiast’s “paradise”.

More than 150 of the finest vintage and sustainable fashion, accessories, and homewares traders from across the UK will all gather in one location so thousands of shoppers, collectors, and petrol heads can fill their boots.

Find out more here.

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Stock Party

Stockport Underbank

Saturday 20 July

Stock Party / Credit: Totally Stockport

Manchester’s legendary Block Party is hitting the streets of Stockport this weekend.

Set to take over the Greater Manchester town centre’s historic Underbanks this Saturday, the aptly named ‘Stock Party’ is collaboration with all of Block Party’s usual partners, as well as local beer experts Robinsons Brewery and Runaway, Michelin-recognised Where The Light Gets, and so many more.

You can expect a day full of music, entertainment, food and drink, and family-friendly activities all around the town centre.

It’s free to attend, and you can find out more here.

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Featured Image – Dinosaurs in the Park | KOTD | Classic Car Boot

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You can stay in an aircraft, helicopter or old school bus at this glamping pod near Manchester

Thomas Melia Thomas Melia Cool glamping spots near Greater Manchester

There’s a glamping retreat near Manchester offering extraordinary stays in an aircraft, helicopter, old school bus and more.

Over in Blackpool at Manor House Glamping, there is a range of static vehicles that you can have an overnight stay or two in, and according to the pictures on its website, there’s even a resident emu.

You can stay in various modes of transport, such as an aircraft, an iconic yellow school bus, a campervan or a military green truck.

Each has its own perks ranging from a hot tub, outdoor bath, fire pit, sandpit and more. Whatever type of getaway or retreat you’re looking for, you’ll find everything you need right here.

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sleep in a school bus north west
Credit: Manor House Glamping

The most eye-catching of the company’s stays is certainly the aircraft, which has kept its original cockpit features, although it’s safe to say the interior has definitely had a makeover.

There’s no such thing as a bad in-flight experience with this guest house, as you can get cocktails delivered to the cockpit after taking a dip in your own personal hot tub – not too shabby, eh?

With the bright and unmissable yellow school bus, there are plenty of decorations that help continue this theme in the form of various American road signs, one of which acts as your headboard for the night.

If you’re after a more toned-down chance to unwind, you can step into a pale-white camper van with cosy cushions and a snug haystack-turned-sofa adorned with some gorgeous blankets.

Say less.

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You can see the full gallery HERE.

And if you’re looking at going all out, then your Manor House Glamping accommodation of choice has to be the chopper, which was once used by the Royal Navy.

Worried this option might be a tad nippy? Fear not, because this helicopter is fully kitted out to suit your glamping needs with two fluffy-lined cushions on each seat of this vintage heli.

This glamping company has even been recommended by one of the most trusted hotel review sites around, Tripadvisor, which awarded the increasingly popular site with their coveted Travellers’ Choice Award earlier this year.

Besides a big screen and lawnchairs, you could argue there’s also some other alternative entertainment.

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Anyone who experiences cabin fever, fear not, because all the aircraft and vehicles are static and aren’t planning on making a long-haul journey anytime soon, you’ll still be able to keep your feet firmly on the ground.

Manor House Glamping has a variety of vehicle-themed guest houses, both old and new, for you to stay in overnight and if you’re interested or after any further information.

You can find everything you need HERE.

If you fancy staying within the boundaries of Greater Manchester but still fancy getting the feel for a cockpit, though, there’s a very fun day out over at Barton’s City Airport.

You can now feel what it’s like to pilot a 747 at Barton Aerodrome’s incredible flight simulator
You could always consider this a test flight of sorts before potential glamping near Manchester.

For all the latest news, events and goings on in Greater Manchester, subscribe to The Manc newsletter HERE.

Featured Images – Supplied via Manor House Glamping

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The best things to do in Greater Manchester this week | 11 – 17 August 2025

Emily Sergeant Emily Sergeant

August is well underway and we’ve had a mix of weather so far.

Despite the storms, schools across Greater Manchester are now out for the summer holidays, and that means the fun is just getting started, so there’s plenty happening this week to celebrate – from festivals, and themed events, to new foodie openings, family fun, and loads more.

Finding it a bit tricky to pick what to do though? No worries. We’ve chosen a few of the highlights for another edition of our ‘what’s on‘ guide.

Both free things and those that’ll set you back a few pennies are featured.

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Afterglow

Chester Zoo

Monday 11 – Sunday 17 August

Afterglow / Credit: Chester Zoo

Chester Zoo’s much-loved Afterglow event is back this summer, and organisers say it’ll be ‘bigger and better’ than ever.

Returning to the UK’s biggest charity zoo by popular demand, Afterglow is already known and loved for offering visitors the rare opportunity to explore the zoo and its 37,000 animals after hours… and this time around, there will be ‘even more’ surprises to discover.

Animal lovers will get the unique chance to encounter some of the world’s most endangered species during golden hour – which, for many animals, is one of their most active periods.

Find out more and see if there’s last-minute tickets here.

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The Cat That Slept for a Thousand Years

Manchester Museum

Monday 11 August – onwards

The Cat That Slept for a Thousand Years / Credit: Supplied

You can step into the fantastical imaginary world of The Cat That Slept for a Thousand Years this summer.

This world-premiere exhibition, created in collaboration with robotics studio Air Giants, invites you to experience a playful blend of education, theatre, and dreamscape – and it’s unlike anything you’ve ever seen at Manchester Museum before.

Once you’ve met the 10-meter long sleepy cat, you’ll then find a series of fun, free, cat-inspired activities at the Museum throughout the summer, including an augmented reality trail.

Find out more here.

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Summer of Senses

Science and Industry Museum

Monday 11 – 31 August

Summer of Senses / Credit: Science Museum Group

The Science and Industry Museum has got a spectacular summer holiday programme packed with all sorts of things to be getting up to, making it one of the best places to escape the hustle and bustle with your little ones in the city centre this summer.

At the heart of it all, you can explore the world of senses inspired by the museum’s latest exhibition, Operation Ouch! Brains, Bogies and You.  

With events running up until 31 August, whether it’s disco dancing around a giant brain, unveiling the science behind optical illusions, or journeying through a giant ear canal, there’s something for everyone during the museum’s ‘sense-sational’ summer.

Find out more here.

Looking for an even more special Operation Ouch! experience this summer?

For those who haven’t been able to pay a visit yet, this Tuesday 12 August couldn’t be a more ideal opportunity to do so, as Dr Xand Van Tulleken himself will be at the museum in to meet visitors as part of his myth-busting mission to answer some of the public’s deepest questions about our senses.

He will not only join mini medics on their voyage through the senses, but will also be on-hand to answer brain teasers from the audience during a series of live Q&As.

Meet Dr Xand at the Science and Industry Museum / Credit: Science Museum Group

Whether it’s banging on a super-sized eardrum, venturing into a massive eyeball, or even taking a whiff of a ‘smell library’, Dr Xand will be there every step of the way.

Find out more and get yourself some tickets here.

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Loads To Do

Greater Manchester

Monday 11 August – onwards

Loads To Do / Credit: Artem Kniaz | Yan Krukau (via Unsplash & Pexels)

Thousands of free activities have been planned by Manchester City Council ready for local families to take part in this summer.

A many parents, carers, and guardians will likely be looking for ways to keep the kids entertained for six whole weeks before the new term starts, the Council has relaunched its popular Holiday Activity and Food programme (HAF) to help keep little Mancs active during the summer break.

From arts and crafts, to sporting events and plenty other physical activities, there is a whole host of entertaining things for everyone to get involved with, no matter your budget, making sure no one gets bored over the holidays.

Find out everything happening here.

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Stories – Brought To Life

MediaCityUK

Monday 11 – 31 August

Stories – Brought To Life / Credit: The Manc Group

A major new National Portrait Gallery exhibition has arrived in Salford.

The ground-breaking new experience by FRAMELESS Creative has opened at MediaCity, bringing some of the world’s most famous portraits to life like never before.

Stories – Brought to Life will explore the fascinating lives of these figures, who have shaped the UK’s history and culture all the way since the Tudor period, and will combine the highest quality digital projection, Hollywood-style visual effects, and the latest audio technology, along with specially created musical scores and creative narratives to shine a new light on each individual.

Visitors will be able to step inside iconic portraits including Grayson Perry, Nelson Mandela, Malala Yousafzai, Emmeline Pankhurst, Queen Elizabeth I, and William Shakespeare.

Find out more here.

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Screen on the Square

New Jackson

Monday 11 August – onwards

Screen on the Square will take place on The Square at the base of Deansgate Square towers
Screen on the Square / Credit: Renaker

A free open-air cinema has arrived Manchester city centre for the summer.

With a backdrop of the modern Manchester skyline, Screen on The Square the go-to hangout for Mancs this summer, as audiences can recline in deck chairs surrounded by one of the city’s best views, and watch everything from classic and family films, to music, sporting events, and so much more.

It’s launched down at New Jackson – Renaker’s world-class skyscraper district and thriving new neighbourhood that’s taken shape at the southern side of Manchester city centre.

Find out what’s being screened this week here.

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Summer Fair 2025

Trafford Centre

Monday 11 – 31 August

Summer Fair 2025 / Credit: Trafford Centre

A beach, splash park, fairground rides, and loads more family fun has returned to the Trafford Centre for the summer.

After proving to be massively-popular over the past couple of years, with thousands of families travelling from across Greater Manchester and beyond to bask in the sunshine and make the most of all the fun and games, the Trafford Centre has welcomed back its Summer Fair for 2025.

And this year, the beloved event has got itself a new family activity zone, and it sounds set to be bigger and better than ever.

The best bit? Tickets will only set you back just £3 each.

Find out more here.

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Music for the Senses

Manchester City Centre

Monday 11 – 31 August

Music for the Senses
Music for the Senses / Credit: David Oates Photography

An all-new multi-sensory art exhibition has taken over the streets of the city centre this summer.

The new exhibition, which is titled Music for the Senses: an art arrangement for a musical city, is a collaboration between global art producer Wild in Art – the creators of the famous Bee in the City project – and Manchester City Council.

It’ll be running across the city centre until the end of August, and there’ll be more than 80 artworks, murals, mosaics, and installations to see.

Check out the full lineup here.

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Summer Scran Fest 2025

Manchester Arndale

Monday 11 August – onwards

HOP Vietnamese at Manchester Arndale
Lazy Sundae will do a free ice cream with a large drink purchase
Summer Scran Fest 2025 / Credit: The Manc Group

Manchester Arndale’s Summer Scran Fest is back for 2025.

Prices have been slashed at more than 30 different restaurants, cafes, and kiosks inside the shopping centre, and there’s some huge discounts to be had, so whether you fancy savoury or sweet, there’s something for everyone to get stuck into.

You can grab free ice cream with any large drink at Lazy Sundae, get 20% off food at Sides and King Pins, get a massive 25% off at HOP Vietnamese, plus 15% off at The Bagel Factory,

There’s many more offers running too, and you can find out more here.

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NEW OPENING – Zara

Trafford Centre

NEW OPENING – Zara Trafford Centre / Credit: Supplied

It’s official – the best Zara store in the UK has landed here in Manchester, so fashionistas and trend-setters get ready, because this brand-new supersized store has opened over at the Trafford Centre this week.

It’s the first concept store of its kind in the country, complete with exclusive collections that you won’t be able to find anywhere else.

From a dedicated shoe room and exclusive activewear department, to 37 assisted checkouts, and so much more, this is a Zara like you’ve never seen it before, and it’s SO worth a visit.

Find out more here.

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NEW OPENING – Sephora

Manchester Arndale

Sephora Manchester Arndale opens tomorrow
Haus Labs by Lady Gaga is a Sephora exclusive
NEW OPENING – Sephora / Credit: The Manc Group

Sephora’s so nice, Manchester got it twice.

It really wasn’t that long ago that cult-favourite beauty retailer Sephora opened its doors in the Trafford Centre, but now the city centre’s getting in on the action too, as after the first site proved so successful, a brand-new Manchester Arndale store has just opened, and she’s stunning.

Packed with all things skincare and beauty, there exclusive-to-Sephora brands in store, like Haus Labs by Lady Gaga, Rare Beauty, and many more.

That’s not all either, as you can also get beauty treatments in store too, and those minis we can literally never walk past without grabbing a few.

Find out more here.

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NEW OPENING – Oop Stay Art Cafe

Chinatown

NEW OPENING – Oop Stay Art Cafe / Credit: The Manc Group

A brand-new art cafe has opened up in Manchester where you can make your own phone case, paint a masterpiece, or craft an adorable Moru doll.

At Oop Stay Art Cafe in Chinatown, it’s all about switching off from the outside world and getting a little bit crafty, with seriously cute charms, patches and paints to play with.

Whether you’re building a phone case covered in miniature food charms or a claw clip plastered in flowers, you can do it with a matcha or an iced coffee – and leave with an adorable creation and a caffeine buzz.

There’s even a ‘messy room’ where you can whack on a rain coat and fling paint around to your heart’s content.

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SmileyWorld® Art Trail

Stockport

Monday 11 August – onwards

SmileyWorld® Art Trail
SmileyWorld® Art Trail
The SmileyWorld® Art Trail / Credit: Scott Kershaw Photography

Stockport has transformed into a playful outdoor gallery this summer as a colourful new art trail has taken over the town.

Visitors should get ready to explore a full spectrum of emotions this summer, as the SmileyWorld® Art Trail is making its North West debut and taking over the town centre with a colourful collection of quirky, fun, and exciting sculptures, each reimagined by a different artist to reflect the full range of human emotions including joy, pride, surprise, anxiety, and lots more.

The trail is created by trailblazing global arts producer, Wild in Art, in partnership with Totally Stockport BID and SmileyWorld.

Everything you need to know is here.

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The Great Summer Social 2025

Cheshire Oaks

Monday 11 August – onwards

The Great Summer Social / Credit: Cheshire Oaks

Cheshire Oaks has brought its popular The Great Summer Social event back for another year, and there’s currently loads to get involved with while schools are out.

Not only is there a bunch of retail offers and promotions to make the most of, as well as free family-friendly interactive activities to get involved with too, but there’s also a big wheel, a mini golf course, a big screen showing entertainment events, DJs blasting out tunes, and a wide variety of street food and drink vendors across the Designer Outlet.

Find out more here.

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Kargo on the Docks

MediaCityUK

Tuesday 12 August – onwards

Kargo on the Docks / Credit: Supplied | Mark Waugh

Kargo on the Docks is back for the summer.

MediaCity’s al fresco dining pop-up has taken over the waterfront and gardens once again with a fresh wave of local food traders and stunning artwork by Salford-based creatives, all as the sun shines down on Salford Quays this summer.

A handful of Greater Manchester’s most popular independents have set themselves up Quayside inside those signature re-imagined shipping containers.

Foodies can expect a menu packed with bold new flavours including Caribbean, Lebanese, Mexican, Ethiopian, and Pan-Asian dishes.

Find out more here.

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The Wizarding Adventure

East Lancashire Railway

Thursday 14 August

The Wizarding Adventure / Credit: ELR

The hugely popular wizard-themed steam train will be back travelling through Greater Manchester once again this week.

Aspiring witches and wizards for all ages are invited to enrol in the spellbinding school of sorcery on the East Lancashire Railway this summer as they take a ‘wacky and wonderful whistle stop tour’ of the Wizard Academy.

They’ll get to learn to become a master of mystery and magic during this immersive interactive experience through the Irwell Valley of wonders that’s hauled by a genuine steam – and spell – powered train.

Find out more and grab tickets here.

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Featured Image – ELR | The Manc Group | Science Museum Group

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