FAMILY EVENTS IN MANCHESTER
FAMILY EVENTS IN MANCHESTER
Most Popular Family Events in Manchester
A Christmas Carol Goes Wrong
Manchester Opera House
Tue 17 - Sat 21 Nov 2026
Home Alone in Concert - The Film with Live Orchestra
The Bridgewater Hall
Wed 2 - Thu 3 Dec 2026
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Manchester City Stadium Tour
Etihad Stadium M11 3ff, Manchester
Monday 7 September - Friday 16 October 2026
Enjoy one of the most immersive tour experiences in the Premier League with a guided look around The Etihad Stadium. Experience the Manchester City story in a 360 degrees theatre and enjoy an audio-visual perspective of the players' match...You're the best collegue ever - Special Edition Gift Card
Gift Cards, Manchester
Monday 7 September 2026 - Monday 31 December 2029
This heartfelt gift card unlocks endless exciting Fever experiences in the United Kingdom, - the perfect way to express show your gratitude to the colleague who always goes above and beyond for the team. ...High School Musical
Lowry, Salford
Tuesday 8 - Saturday 19 September 2026
Icon Jason Donovan* will play Coach Bolton and Disney royalty KayCee Stroh (High School Musical Trilogy) stars as Ms Darbus in Disney's HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL. They join the previously announced Tobias Turley (ITV's Mamma Mia! I Have A Dream...Horizon of Khufu - Journey to Ancient Egypt
Transmission House, Manchester
Wednesday 9 - Sunday 27 September 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 Ba...Babies Playtime
Lowry, Salford
Thursday 10 September 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 (pr...Midweek Lunch on East Lancashire Railway
East Lancashire Railway, Bury
Thursday 10 September - Wednesday 28 October 2026
Lunch in style on your trip along the ELR with this fabulous two-course, midweek luncheon. Whatever the occasion, it's the perfect opportunity to experience our vintage Pullman-style carriages and sensational menu. Organising a group excur...Under 5s Little Creatives
Lowry, Salford
Friday 11 September 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 atte...The Library of Enchantment
Z-arts, Manchester
Friday 11 September 2026 - Wednesday 31 March 2027
Ever wanted to step inside a story? The Library of Enchantment is a fun-filled thrilling family-friendly escape room, full of seafaring adventures, time travelling tricks and a pesky old bookworm who's always up to meddlesome mischief! Can...The Button Warehouse Academy of Magic
The Button Warehouse Button Entertainment Ltd, Stockport
Friday 11 September - Friday 9 October 2026
A 4 week magical journey for your young witches and wizards ages 7-11years at The Button Warehouse Academy Of Magic....Bluey & Bingo Family Fun Day
East Lancashire Railway, Bury
Saturday 12 September 2026
The peppy puppies from Down Under are coming to visit the Bury Transport Museum and they would love to see you all. Meet Bluey and Bingo as they say hello to everyone at regular intervals throughout the day. There will also be a fun fair, ...Funlimited Bounce Wigan Family Fun Weekend
St Thomas Sports And Social Club, Wigan
Saturday 12 - Sunday 13 September 2026
Two fantastic days of family fun with unlimited bouncy castles and exciting children's rides Affordable wristbands available for one or both days....Ballet of Lights - Sleeping Beauty
RNCM, Manchester
Sunday 13 September 2026
Step into a world where light and dance intertwine in this breathtaking retelling of Sleeping Beauty. As dancers glide across the stage, their illuminated costumes create a dazzling display of colour and light, making every twirl and leap...Be Hear Now
The Bridgewater Hall, Manchester
Sunday 13 September - Sunday 29 November 2026
Be Hear Now is the Bridgewater Hall's relaxed music workshop programme, for children and young people with special educational needs and their families. Explore music, creativity and movement in these wonderful sessions, led by Beth Bishop...Baby Book Club
Z-arts, Manchester
Tuesday 15 September - Tuesday 1 December 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 ...The DJ Academy presents: 6-Week Beginners DJ Course (Week 1)
Hayward Performing Arts School, Warrington
Tuesday 15 September 2026
Give your child the chance to learn the art of DJing. This fun, hands-on 6-week course is perfect for complete beginners aged 8 to16. Start here...
Rhyme Time
Z-arts, Manchester
Thursday 17 September - Thursday 3 December 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 ...Bolton town wrestling- counter strike
The Hideout Arena, Bolton
Friday 18 September 2026
An extra special night of family friendly professional wrestling where we give back to all our loyal fans for their support...Family Art Stars
Z-arts, Manchester
Saturday 19 September - Saturday 28 November 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 req...Be Like Dolly
Waggon And Horses Pub, Manchester
Saturday 19 September 2026
Celebrate Dolly Parton & support the Imagination Library on Sept 19 at Waggon & Horses Live country music from Neeve Zahra, Megan Lee & more....Holmes & Watson - The Curious Case of the Masked Magician
Lowry, Salford
Sunday 20 September 2026 - Saturday 16 January 2027
A Holmes & Watson Magic Show for ages 6 - 106. It's 1906 - the Golden Age of Magic. The Masked Magician bestrides London's world of Magic like a colossus, UNTIL... one night, in mid-performance, the Magician vanishes. Dead? Kidnapped...The Selfish Giant
Lowry, Salford
Sunday 20 September 2026
Through vivid, interactive story-telling, original music, puppetry and humour, Riding Lights Theatre Company brings you Oscar Wilde's brilliant story of transformation. The Giant is angry. He returns from Cornwall to find children - childr...Youth Theatre Taster Session
Octagon Theatre, Bolton
Tuesday 22 - Saturday 26 September 2026
Aged between 7 and 17 and want to find out more about the Octagon's Youth Theatre sessions? Then try this FREE taster session ahead of the next term. The weekly youth theatre sessions support young people to develop drama skills, work w...Lowry Youth Dance Project
Lowry, Salford
Thursday 24 September 2026 - Thursday 8 July 2027
Calling young people aged 9-15 who love to move! We are offering you the opportunity to upskill in new movement techniques and unleash your artistic, physical creativity with Lowry Youth Dance Project. All genders and abilities welcome! ...Creative Tiny Humans
HOME, Manchester
Friday 25 September 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...Bolton town wrestling- ride or die
Ellesmere Road Recreation Club, Bolton
Friday 25 September 2026
Family friendly professional wrestling live at Ellesmere Road Recreational Club, best entertainment in bolton, fun for all...Let Me Entertain You
Palace Theatre, Manchester
Sunday 27 September 2026
Natalie Woods School of Theatre and Dance showcase their work with local talented performancers on stage for a wonderful evening of entertainment at the Palace Theatre, Manchester for all the family to enjoy! ...Photography & Camera Basics Workshop
Chain Lane Community Centre, Warrington
Friday 2 October 2026
Learn the basics of photography, including camera settings, shot types, lighting & getting to know your cameraPerfect for beginners...Blippi
The Bridgewater Hall, Manchester
Saturday 3 October 2026
Get ready to see the world more curiously, because Blippi is coming to your hometown in the all-new Be Like Blippi Tour! Join Blippi and Meekah live on stage for a one-of-a-kind interactive adventure that inspires kids to move like, play l...Day Out With Thomas at East Lancashire Railway
East Lancashire Railway, Bury
Saturday 3 - 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 en...Party101 with DJ Matt Bennett
O2 Apollo, Manchester
Sunday 4 October 2026
Catch Los Angeles actor Matt Bennett on the road with his new DJ night Party101, a throwback celebration of music from Nickelodeon and Disney Channel. At 18 he made his acting debut on the hit Nickelodeon television show "Victorious." Sinc...
Grand Pro Wrestling: Thunderbrawl 2026
The Monaco, Wigan
Sunday 4 October 2026
The UK's best and most established family friendly wrestling show returns to iconic Monaco in Hindley. Don't miss the unmissable...Avatar - The Last Airbender in Concert
The Bridgewater Hall, Manchester
Monday 5 October 2026
Celebrate 20 years of Avatar: The Last Airbender with this unforgettable concert experience. The 20th Anniversary Tour of Avatar: The Last Airbender In Concert combines a breathtaking live orchestral performance with a two-hour visual j...DEAR ZOO
St Helens Theatre Royal, St Helens
Wednesday 7 - Thursday 8 October 2026
Rod Campbell's much-loved lift the flap book has been a firm favourite with children and parents for nearly forty years. Lovingly adapted for the stage, his distinctive illustrations leap from the page in this colourful show packed full of...Wrestling
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Saturday 10 October 2026
High flying, hard hitting, body slam mayhem returns to The Plaza with professional wrestling and an evening the whole family will enjoy. Cheer the good guys and boo the bad guys in this high energy, entertainment spectacular featuring rip-...KIN + Fushigi Anime, Film & Video Game Orchestra
O2 Ritz, Manchester
Monday 12 October 2026
The Kin + Fushigi Anime, Film & Videogame Orchestra, is a large-scale live concert experience bringing together a 25-piece pop orchestra formed by emerging professional musicians and conservatoire graduates. The performance celebrates some...Collectorcon
Manchester Academy, Manchester
Sunday 18 October 2026
CollectorCon is the ultimate trading card experience, bringing together collectors, traders, investors and hobby enthusiasts from across the UK for a full day dedicated to trading cards and collectibles. Whether you're into Pokemon, Sports...Top Secret - The Magic of Science
The Albert Halls, Bolton
Saturday 24 October 2026
Fusing the mystery of magic with wondrous and miraculous feats of science. Hang on to your seats and experience a non-stop action packed interactive magical science show with experiments and magic that will capture the imagination Join To...Not Now, Bernard
Waterside, Manchester
Sunday 25 October 2026
A wildly funny, physical theatre adaptation of David McKee's much-loved picture book, bursting with chaos, live music made from instruments and household objects, and an ENORMOUS purple monster. Bernard's got a problem. There's a monster i...The Very Hungry Caterpillar
Lowry, Salford
Monday 26 October - Sunday 1 November 2026
Dive into Eric Carle's bright and colourful world as his beloved stories are transformed from page to stage using a menagerie of 75 lovable puppets and charming music. Featuring your favourite titles: Brown Bear, Brown Bear, 10 Little Rub...Musical Theatre Masterclass (age 7-12)
Palace Theatre, Manchester
Monday 26 October 2026
The Half Term Musical Theatre Masterclass is BACK due to popular demand. This masterclass is for young performers aged 7 - 12, and will take place around our iconic venue, The Palace Theatre, Manchester. This session is inspired by the sho...Wonders of Our Universe
Blackburn Empire Theatre, Blackburn
Wednesday 28 October 2026
A wonderful show of inspiring family entertainment for all ages with a stunning soundtrack and live presenter. Immerse yourself in an evening of exploration, each second meticulously crafted to produce a visually stunning and emotionally c...Dennis the Menace's Year of Mischief
Z-arts, Manchester
Wednesday 28 October 2026
Dennis the Menace has a special birthday wish - he wants to break the rules of reading! Beano's Directors of Mischief and Mayhem, Mike Stirling and Craig Graham, help him, revealing their top-secret tips for creating the laugh-out-lo...Halloween Ghost Train
East Lancashire Railway, Bury
Thursday 29 - Saturday 31 October 2026
Are your family ready for the fright of their lives on the Halloween Scream Train? The Halloween Ghost Train is back to haunt the East Lancashire Railway this October, and we're hoping you're brave enough to climb aboard. Do you have what ...The Wizarding Adventure
East Lancashire Railway, Bury
Thursday 29 - 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 s...Family Fun Halloween Party
Billingtons, Oldham
Saturday 31 October 2026
Come and have a spooktacular night, dance, play games and food included...
Family Halloween Disco
Ramsbottom Civic Hall, Bolton
Saturday 31 October 2026
Games, raffles, fancy dress, magic show & Join our spooktacular family Halloween party31st October 6-8. pm.£5pp =fee - Under 3's free....Chris Packham's World of Wonder
Lowry, Salford
Sunday 1 November 2026
For nearly forty years Chris Packham has been the voice of nature in the UK. Through his groundbreaking work on The Really Wild Show, Springwatch, Inside Our Autistic Minds and Earth, Chris has devoted his remarkable life to engaging with ...Nick Cope's Family Show
Waterside, Manchester
Sunday 1 November 2026
Nick has lost his Bobble hat .. again ! Come and join Nick Cope for a delightful family concert and help him find his beloved hat with the wobbly bobble ! A joyous fun filled hour featuring all your favourite Nick Cope hits and more. Nic...Fun for Little Ones - A Tribute to Ms Rachel
St Helens Theatre Royal, St Helens
Tuesday 3 November 2026
The UK's Premier Tribute to Global Phenomenon... 'Ms Rachel'! Bringing 'Ms Rachels' character to life in a FUN, interactive LIVE on stage performance with lots of audience participation for the little ones!With over 5 Billion Views and ove...Hay!
Lowry, Salford
Sunday 8 November 2026
There is only one word used in our show - it's 'Hay!' Like the stuffing in Geenie's scarecrow, 'Hay!' like the sound she makes when he comes to life and 'Hay!' when he sees all the wonders of the natural world for the first time. Only one ...Crown Ballet - The Nutcracker
