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Events, classes & places in Manchester · Local guides
82 outings in Manchester. Check each outing for ages, access and booking.
Children and family breakfast service at St Mark’s
25 October 2026 at 10:00
Share breakfast, action songs, a Bible story and creative family activities at St Mark’s relaxed children-and-family service.
West Didsbury Makers Market
25 October 2026 at 11:00
Browse handmade crafts, colourful gifts and street-food stalls together at West Didsbury’s outdoor makers market.
October half-term: Rocket Sports, Stage & Solve
26 October 2026 at 09:00
A day of sports, stage activities and puzzles, with children choosing between three activity areas.
October half-term: Rocket Sports, Stage & Solve
27 October 2026 at 09:00
A day of sports, stage activities and puzzles, with children choosing between three activity areas.
October half-term: Rocket Sports, Stage & Solve
28 October 2026 at 09:00
A day of sports, stage activities and puzzles, with children choosing between three activity areas.
Communication Skills for a More Peaceful Home
28 October 2026 at 11:00
A free family session about listening, communication and handling conflict, with childcare provided.
Inclusive Halloween Party — South
28 October 2026 at 11:00
Enjoy Halloween games, arts and crafts with other Manchester families of children with SEND.
October half-term: Rocket Sports, Stage & Solve
29 October 2026 at 09:00
A day of sports, stage activities and puzzles, with children choosing between three activity areas.
Levenshulme Walking Mums Club
29 October 2026 at 11:00
Take a local walk with your baby and meet other mums, starting outside Station South.
October half-term: Rocket Sports, Stage & Solve
30 October 2026 at 09:00
A day of sports, stage activities and puzzles, with children choosing between three activity areas.
Relaxed screening of Forgotten Island
30 October 2026 at 14:00
Watch a relaxed PG cinema screening with other Manchester families of children with SEND.
Youth Circus: ages 6–10
31 October 2026 at 09:30
Practise circus skills in a Saturday youth session at The Circus House.
Barclays Free Park Tennis
31 October 2026 at 10:00
Join free, social tennis with equipment provided at Alexandra Park.
Chorlton Green Artisan Market
31 October 2026 at 10:00
Browse artisan stalls and listen to live music beside the green outside the Horse and Jockey.
Levenshulme Makers Market
31 October 2026 at 10:00
Browse local makers, art and food stalls at Levenshulme’s free-entry market.
Youth Circus: ages 11+
31 October 2026 at 10:30
Practise circus skills in a Saturday youth session at The Circus House.
Halloween Magic family craft and pumpkin party
31 October 2026 at 14:00
Make Halloween crafts and decorate a pumpkin to take home at the Old Parsonage.
Kannada Rajyotsava 2026
31 October 2026 at 15:00
Celebrate Kannada heritage with worship, fellowship and food at St James Church.