FAMILY EVENTS IN MANCHESTER
FAMILY EVENTS IN MANCHESTER
Most Popular Family Events in Manchester
Thu 26 Mar - Tue 28 Apr 2026
Fri 21 Nov 2025 - Sun 11 Jan 2026
Wed 3 Dec 2025 - Sun 11 Jan 2026
Thu 13 Nov 2025 - Sat 10 Jan 2026
Sat 14 Jun 2025 - Wed 22 Jul 2026
Thu 31 Jul - Sun 24 Aug 2025
Fireman Sam
Saturday 26 July 2025
rand New for 2024. Norman wants to go on an adventure to impress his friends, so when two famous animal explorers arrive in Pontypandy, he decides to follow them into the mountains. But when Norman discovers a rare red squirrel, one of the...
Comic Con Manchester
Saturday 26 - Sunday 27 July 2025
One of the UK's largest pop culture conventions, attracting over ten thousand fans annually to our Monopoly Event's home venue, Bowlers Exhibition Centre in Manchester. The main attraction every year is of course the star guests, with a ...
Tom Gates EPIC Stage Show
Sunday 27 July 2025
Get ready for a brilliant live experience as Tom Gates and his world of doodles, music, and laughs hit the stage in 2025! Based on the bestselling books by Liz Pichon and the hit TV show, the Tom Gates EPIC Stage Show brings alive the ill...
The Wizarding Adventure
Sunday 27 July - Wednesday 29 October 2025
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...
Wicked Sing-Along (PG)
Tuesday 29 July 2025
You're the one the Wizard has been waiting for! So gather your fellow witches of Oz for a special sing-along screening of Wicked, with lyrics on screen to ensure not a single magical moment is missed. Wicked, the untold story of the witches...
Titanic Exhibition
Thursday 31 July - Sunday 24 August 2025
The UK's largest travelling Titanic Exhibition is coming to Manchester this Summer. Open from 31st July to 24th August 2025, the exhibition will be at Manchester Central's Exchange Hall. With thousands of tickets already sold, visitors are ...
Day Out With Thomas at East Lancashire Railway
Saturday 2 August - Sunday 5 October 2025
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...
Wn7 Fest 2025 Part 2 - Robin Hood
Saturday 2 August 2025
We are back with a bang this year with the best local talent acts, These last two previous events was a sellout so get your tickets FAST...
Science Museum - The Live Stage Show
Sunday 3 August 2025
London's world-renowned Science Museum as they bring you this brand-new stage production aimed at igniting your curiosity, fuelling your imagination, and inspiring you in new and exciting ways. Produced by Mark Thompson Productions in...
PQA Salford Summer School
Monday 4 - Friday 8 August 2025
With two action-packed experiences to choose from, the only question is... which side will they choose? Musical Theatre or Film & Television?...
A Squash and A Squeeze
Tuesday 5 - Sunday 24 August 2025
A musical adaptation of the best-selling book for ages 3-8. Based on the original book A Squash and a Squeeze - written by Julia Donaldson and illustrated by Axel Scheffler. Step into the magical world of A Squash and a Squeeze live on ...
Milkshake Live - Milkshake on Holiday
Friday 8 August 2025
Milkshake! Live is back with a brand-new show! Join your favourite Milkshake! friends on Holiday with Dora, Pip and Posey, Blue from Blues Clues and You!, Milo, Milkshake! Monkey plus two of your Milkshake! presenters for an all-new adventu...
Magic of Thailand Festival - Manchester
Saturday 9 - Sunday 10 August 2025
A two day Thai Festival to experience the taste of Thailand this summer at Platt Fields Park is brought to you by Magic of Thailand, previously known as Manchester Thai Festival. Treat yourself to a weekend wonder and bring along your famil...
Milkshake Live - Milkshake on Holiday
Sunday 10 August 2025
Milkshake! Live is back with a brand-new show! Join your favourite Milkshake! friends on Holiday with Dora, Pip and Posey, Blue from Blues Clues and You!, Milo, Milkshake! Monkey plus two of your Milkshake! presenters for an all-new adventu...
Horrible Histories - Gorgeous Georgians & Vile Victorians
Sunday 17 August 2025
Horrible Histories: Gorgeous Georgians & Vile Victorians We all want to meet people from history! The trouble is everyone is dead!So it's time to prepare for Horrible Histories live on stage with the acclaimed production of Gorgeous Georgia...
Peppa Pig & Family Fun Day
Thursday 21 - Friday 22 August 2025
The East Lancashire Railway is thrilled to welcome back everyone's favourite cheeky little piggies. Come and meet Peppa and George at intervals throughout the day in the fantastic Bury Transport Museum. You can also take part in Peppa Pig's...
Riverdance
Saturday 23 - Wednesday 27 August 2025
Since Riverdance first emerged onto the world stage, its fusion of Irish and international dance and music has captured the hearts of millions worldwide. The Grammy award-winning music and the infectious energy of its mesmerising choreograp...
BTW Holiday Havoc
Saturday 23 August 2025
Family friendly professional wrestling in the heart of bolton Btw stars provide an evening of amazing action...
Cirque - The Greatest Show
Sunday 24 August 2025
Where Musical Theatre Meets Circus It's time to step into the light. Escape with us for a night like no other, where we take you into a world where the very best of musical theatre showstoppers meets jaw-dropping circus spectacular.A world ...
Pop Princesses
Monday 25 August 2025
This is the children's pop concert with a big difference. A musical spectacular starring four fabulous Fairy tale Princesses who just love to sing! It's the perfect mix. Featuring a soundtrack of top pop hits from artists such as Little Mix...
Fearne Cotton's Happy Place Festival
Saturday 30 - Sunday 31 August 2025
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...
End of Summer Wrestling in Widnes
Saturday 30 August 2025
GJK promotions return to The Woodlands, Widnes - Saturday 30th August with 4 amazing contests. First bell 2pm...
Tom Gates EPIC Stage Show
Sunday 31 August 2025
Get ready for a brilliant live experience as Tom Gates and his world of doodles, music, and laughs hit the stage in 2025! Based on the bestselling books by Liz Pichon and the hit TV show, the Tom Gates EPIC Stage Show brings alive the ill...
The Baby & Toddler Show
Friday 5 - Sunday 7 September 2025
Don't miss the incredible opportunity to shop and find everything you need to give your baby the best start, all under one roof. Save money with incredible show deals on 150+ brands, and take home complimentary goodies, expert advice and so...
Fun for Little Ones - A Tribute to Ms Rachel
Sunday 7 September 2025
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 over...
Counting Sheeps
Sunday 7 September 2025
A sleepy, sheepy show from Herd Theatre for babies and toddlers (and very tired grown ups). Two sheep think they know everything about sleep. They're experts in the field. But tonight they're wide awake. Snuggle up and join two sheep on a j...
In the Night Garden Live
Friday 12 - Saturday 13 September 2025
Igglepiggle, Upsy Daisy, Makka Pakka and friends are back in their fun-filled live show Igglepiggle's Busy Day! Join Igglepiggle as he looks for his friends in the Night Garden by following their funny sounds until he finds them all! You'll...
Cirque du Hilarious - The Craziest Showman
Saturday 20 September 2025
In the latest high energy adventure, "the superstars of slapstick", CBBC's favourite and brightest comedy stars, Danny & Mick, bring their particular brand of lunacy to the show, causing chaos on stage and bringing screams of laughter fro...
Bluey & Bingo Family Fun Day
Saturday 20 September 2025
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, f...
Sound healing course
Saturday 27 September 2025
From the sacred lands of India. Kalyan singh will guide you into the deep mastery of the transformative power of Himalayan singing bowls....
Three Little Vikings
Sunday 28 September 2025
Wrongsemble present a family show all about cooperation, bravery, and getting your voice heard! Three brave little Viking girls save the day in this bold and funny adventure story for little rebels, by the creator of the New York Times Best...
Tales From The Lighthouse
Sunday 28 September 2025
Written and performed by Oliver Bishop, with original songs by David Gibb, and live music from two-time BBC Radio 2 Folk Award Nominee Cohen Braithwaite-Kilcoyne, Tales From The Lighthouse is the perfect voyage into the world of theatre, pu...
Sound healing course
Sunday 28 - Monday 29 September 2025
From the sacred lands of India. Kalyan singh will guide you into the deep mastery of the transformative power of Himalayan singing bowls....
King Arthur
Tuesday 30 September - Saturday 4 October 2025
Award-winning funny men, Le Navet Bete, return to the stage with a a brand-new laugh-out-loud show for theatre. This hilarious retelling of the Arthurian legends, suitable for the whole family, will have audiences crying with laughter and b...
Pirates Love Underpants
Tuesday 30 September - Wednesday 1 October 2025
A perfect show for all of the family to enjoy. Based on the beloved book by Claire Freedman and Ben Cort. These pirates SO love underpants! Join our swashbuckling party of pirates on their quest to find the fabled Pants of Gold for ...
Grand Pro Wrestling: Supercharged
Sunday 5 October 2025
Family friendly WWE style pro wrestling by the best in the U.K. There is no better way to spend your Sunday....
Second Hand Dance - The Sticky Dance
Saturday 11 October 2025
Second Hand Dance present The Sticky Dance, an interactive, engaging and colourful performance installation for children aged 3-5 years old and their families. Three dancers' shimmy through the audience weaving a tapestry of sticky tape in...
Wrestling
Saturday 11 October 2025
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-r...
Slava's Snow Show
Wednesday 22 - Sunday 26 October 2025
ON SALE SOON - JOIN OUR FREE MAILING LIST TO RECEIVE A REMINDER!Slava's Snowshow promises a breath-taking multisensory delight in a joyous dream-like world which will touch both your heart and funny bone!The multi award-winning internationa...
Charlie and the Chocolate Factory - The Musical
Thursday 23 October - Sunday 2 November 2025
Escape to a world of pure imagination with Altrincham Garrick's production of Roald Dahl's Charlie and The Chocolate Factory - The Musical. The world-famous Willy Wonka is opening the gates to his mysterious factory... but only to a lucky ...
Crown Ballet - The Nutcracker
Friday 24 October 2025
A wonderful treat full of glitter for the whole family, and an ideal introduction to audiences of any age to the magic that is classical ballet, Moldova's Crown Ballet returns to the UK to enchant you with their delightful production of an ...
Nick Cope - I've Lost My Bobble Hat
Sunday 26 October 2025
Help Nick find his beloved bobble hat in this fun filled musical hour with all your favourite Nick Cope hits and more. Nick Cope has been writing and recording his beautiful and totally unique songs for children and their families for over ...
Deadly Live Hosted by Steve Backshall
Wednesday 29 October 2025
Get ready, UK! This Autumn half-term, award-winning wildlife presenter Steve Backshall is bringing Deadly Live! to arenas nationwide-an action-packed, edge-of-your-seat experience based on the hugely popular BBC Deadly franchise. Join Ste...
Kidz Bop
Wednesday 29 October 2025
Make memories that will last a lifetime at the ultimate pop concert for kids, and their grown-ups too! Sing and dance along as the KIDZ BOP Kids perform your favorite songs like "Espresso," "greedy," "Lil Boo Thang," "Dance The Night,"...
A Christmas Carol Goes Wrong
Sunday 2 - Saturday 8 November 2025
GOD BLESS HELP US, EVERYONE The Cornley Amateur Drama Society are back with tidings of chaos and joy, ready to tackle the Charles Dickens' classic, A Christmas Carol. A new production of CHRISTMAS CAROL GOES WRONG smashes into the Lowry pri...
Justin Live
Sunday 9 November 2025
Are You Ready To Rock?.... Because Justin has got the band back together! Famous for his BAFTA Award-winning appearances in hit programmes including Something Special, Justin's House, Gigglebiz and Gigglequiz, Justin and his friends are ba...
