SOCIAL EVENTS IN MANCHESTER
SOCIAL EVENTS IN MANCHESTER
Most Popular Social Events in Manchester
The Wizarding Adventure
East Lancashire Railway
Thu 28 May - Fri 30 Oct 2026
Horizon of Khufu - Journey to Ancient Egypt
Transmission House
Wed 13 May - Sun 28 Jun 2026
Day Out With Thomas at East Lancashire Railway
East Lancashire Railway
Sat 18 Jul - Sun 4 Oct 2026
Altrincham Garrick Play Reading Club
Altrincham Garrick
Fri 5 Jun - Fri 4 Dec 2026
StreetHunt Games: Outdoor scavenger hunt
Great Northern Square, Manchester
Tuesday 12 May 2026 - Wednesday 30 June 2027
Will you crack the case? Whether you're planning a day out or a team event with a difference, this is Manchester as you've never experienced it. Friends, couples & families - Something fun, surprising and story-driven. Corporate & group boo...StreetHunt Games: Outdoor treasure hunt
Science & Industry Museum, Manchester
Tuesday 12 May 2026 - Wednesday 30 June 2027
Will you crack the case? Whether you're planning a day out or a team event with a difference, this is Manchester as you've never experienced it. Friends, couples & families - Something fun, surprising and story-driven. Corporate & group boo...Baby Book Club
Z-arts, Manchester
Tuesday 12 May - Tuesday 14 July 2026
Baby Book Club is a wonderful way to spend time together with your baby (0-2 years) and develop their love of books, stories and reading. Baby Book Club helps parents develop skills in how to make reading fun for their babies and help d...Horizon of Khufu - Journey to Ancient Egypt
Transmission House, Manchester
Wednesday 13 May - Sunday 28 June 2026
The Pyramids of Egypt have arrived in the UK for the first time! This immersive and groundbreaking expedition takes you back to the golden age of ancient Egypt, allowing you to explore the depths of the iconic pyramids, meet the goddess Bas...Babies Playtime
Lowry, Salford
Thursday 14 May 2026
A great opportunity to meet other parents and socialise babies, come along to The Lowry's fun and friendly activity for babies. In this session you and your little ones will sing, dance and get creative.10am-10.45am: For babies under 1 (pre...Rhyme Time
Z-arts, Manchester
Thursday 14 May - Thursday 16 July 2026
Rhyme time is a fun group singing session for babies and toddlers (0-4 years) and their grown-ups. Singing together and repeating rhymes helps your child develop listening, visual and memory skills, which will help them develop. Rhyme t...Under 5s Little Creatives
Lowry, Salford
Friday 15 May 2026
Sessions not available during school holidays Come along to Little Creatives in The Lookout for 45 minutes of fun. These sessions are designed for children age 2-5yrs with lots of engaging activities for them to get involved with. All atten...Vote With Your Feet presented by Manchester Green Party
The Nia Centre (NIAMOS), Manchester
Friday 15 May 2026
After an amazing local elections campaign, come together to support Manchester Green Party with food, speeches, and music....Family Art Stars
Z-arts, Manchester
Saturday 16 May - Saturday 18 July 2026
Families that learn together, grow together. We are very excited to continue our Family Art Stars sessions every Saturday! Come down, muck in and make some art as a family, spending quality time and learning new techniques. No skill is requ...Bruk Out Soca Fit 20.05.26
0161 Studios, Manchester
Wednesday 20 May 2026
A 45-minute high-energy soca dance fitness class guaranteed to make you sweat, smile & feel amazing...The History of Mermaids Sea Spirits & Women
Friends' Meeting House, Manchester
Wednesday 20 May 2026
Dive beneath the surface of mermaid lore, tracing their long histories and what they may reveal about wider society. Followed by Q&A....Buff Bingo Drag Brunch
On Bar, Manchester
Saturday 23 May - Saturday 19 December 2026
If your idea of brunch involves dancing on your chair, shouting at bingo cards, and being served by buff butlers, you're in the right place. Buff Bingo Drag Brunch is pure, unfiltered fun-a daytime party that doesn't hold back. Go big with ...The Wizarding Adventure
East Lancashire Railway, Bury
Thursday 28 May - Friday 30 October 2026
It's a kind of magic! Are you ready to attend your first day at the Grand Old School of Wizardry. Join the madcap mages and wacky witches of the faculty on a spellbinding adventure to work on your wand waving, brush up on your broomstick sk...Creative Tiny Humans
HOME, Manchester
Friday 29 May 2026 - Friday 26 March 2027
Join us in the Creativity Corner for our baby and toddler group drop in session to enjoy crafts, chats and creativity. Expect making for tiny hands, stories and most importantly PLAY. Join artist and community facilitator Phoebe Foxtrot on ...Brooksbottom Curry and Singer Night
Brooksbottom Cricket Club, Bury
Saturday 30 May 2026
2 course Curry supplied by local Indian restaurant with Tommy Price singing afterwards...
MG Darts Academy - HomeGrown - UB40
Higher Irlam Social Club, Manchester
Saturday 30 May 2026
MG Darts Academy fundraising event - Live music will be HomeGrown UB40 tribute band...The Great Manchester Run
Portland Street, Manchester
Sunday 31 May 2026
Lace up, Manchester The Great Manchester Run 10k is back on Sunday 31st May 2026, and we want you running with us....Altrincham Garrick Play Reading Club
Altrincham Garrick, Altrincham
Friday 5 June - Friday 4 December 2026
If you like theatre... no, if you love theatre, drama, comedy, musical theatre, play reading, poetry and much more and would relish the opportunity to meet new people, then the new 'Altrincham Garrick Play Reading Club' is for you. Here is ...We Invented The Weekend Festival
Lowry, Salford
Saturday 6 - Sunday 7 June 2026
We Invented the Weekend festival is back for 2026! Across Saturday 6 and Sunday 7 June 2026, Salford Quays and MediaCity will be buzzing with over 200 free activities in the UKs most ambitious, creative, original and fun-filled festival cel...MGA Go Mad Fun Day
Together Family Centre, Manchester
Sunday 7 June 2026
Family Fun Day at Irlam Together Family Centre, Cutnook Lane, Irl Bouncy castles, food, stalls & fun for all ages. Sunday 7th June,12-4PM. Join us...All that Malarkey
Carlton Club Prestwich Manchester M25 1ja, Manchester
Friday 12 June 2026
We're back and brimming with local talent: sounds from Daniel Darley, words from Kieren King, Wonny Jalsh on the decks and laughs from Smug Roberts....Syd Far-I Forever Presents Decibella + FFF
The Nia Centre (NIAMOS), Manchester
Saturday 13 June 2026
Join us for a night of premium Jungle and Drum and Bass as we celebrate and honour the life and legacy of Stefan Hoyle at the Hulme Niamos Centre...MancUnion plus Special Guests
Box2box Bar, Rochdale
Saturday 13 June 2026
Matt from MancUnion is hosting a Charity event and raising money for Andy's Man Club, this will feature 7 bands/artists...The Science of DMT & Ayahuasca
Friends' Meeting House, Manchester
Monday 15 June 2026
Join us to explore the intersection of science, shamanism + DMT (the 'spirit molecule') and the entities it reveals. Followed by a Q+A....Friends of Z-arts
Z-arts, Manchester
Wednesday 17 June 2026
Friends of Z-arts is where the grown-ups of the Z-arts community meet each other, socialise and help decide what happens to Z-arts. You can ask the Z-arts team questions, tell us what you think, and have your say on what happens at Z-arts i...Ascot Race Day
The Rhyddings Suite At The Royal Toby Hotel, Oldham
Friday 19 June 2026
Enjoy a fabulous day at the races with a complimentary drink, three-course lunch, charity games, raffles, cream tea, and best dressed competitions...Factory House Choir
Aviva Studios, Manchester
Saturday 20 June 2026
Enjoy some singing for the soul in the Factory House Choir workshops. It's open to everyone - just bring your voice! Led by singer and music director Lizzie Simms, this isn't your traditional choir experience. Expect to get your groove on a...Rail Ale Trail
East Lancashire Railway, Bury
Saturday 20 June - Saturday 26 September 2026
Chug through lush valleys and pretty villages, take in the stunning scenery and sample some delicious local ales when you join the East Lancashire Railway's Rail Ale Trail. Climb aboard one of the steam or diesel trains on the ELR and be gu...Summer Diesel Gala
East Lancashire Railway, Bury
Thursday 2 - Sunday 5 July 2026
Gleaming diesel locomotives, gorgeous sun-drenched days (hopefully) and soothing summer evenings. It's the East Lancashire Railway's Summer Diesel Gala!See and ride behind your favourite engines from the ELR home fleet, and maybe even some ...One 4 Wally
Euxton Parish Institute And War Memorial Club, Chorley
Friday 3 July 2026
A night of music, memories and great company as we come together to celebrate the life of Andy Walton, known fondly to many of you as Wally...
AWFC vs Premier All Stars Charity Football Match
The Project Solar Stadium, Stockport
Sunday 12 July 2026
Raising Money for MIND Charity, Manchester's AWFC will face a team made up of some of the best UK Battle Rappers and musicians, at Hyde United....Day Out With Thomas at East Lancashire Railway
East Lancashire Railway, Bury
Saturday 18 July - Sunday 4 October 2026
Peep! Peep! Join Thomas & Friends for a day of family fun at East Lancashire Railway. Take a train ride with Thomas, meet Sir Topham Hatt and join Sodor Station Sweepers Rusty & Dusty for a trainload of excitement. There will be lots to enj...Peppa Pig
East Lancashire Railway, Bury
Saturday 22 August 2026
The East Lancashire Railway is thrilled to welcome back everyone's favourite cheeky little piggy. Come and meet Peppa Pig in the fantastic Bury Transport Museum at intervals on Saturday 22nd August 2026. Just pre-book your general admissio...Fearne Cotton's Happy Place Festival
Tatton Park, Knutsford
Saturday 5 - Sunday 6 September 2026
Fuel your thoughts and find your sanctuary this summer at the UK's biggest space dedicated to feeding both body and mind. Spawned from Fearne Cotton's Happy Place podcast, which sees the London born broadcaster talk to incredible peopl...Blackburn Golf Club Annual Dinner 2026
Saturday Night Live: The Stand Ins (CLAIN Fundraiser)
Greenalls Sports And Social Club, St Helens
Saturday 19 September 2026
Get ready for an electrifying night at Greenhalls .. as The Stand Ins bring their unforgettable energy to the stage... Grab your tickets NOW...Santa Special
East Lancashire Railway, Bury
Saturday 28 November - Thursday 24 December 2026
It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas! Treat the family to an enchanting voyage through the magical Irwell Valley, kick start your Christmas on one of our famous Santa Specials! There's more family friendly fun, colourful characters a...Candlelight Gift Card
Gift Cards, Bolton
Tuesday 1 January 2030
Official Gift Card for Fever Original Candlelight. Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations never before used for this purpose. ...Candlelight Gift Card
