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Halloween in the City: A One-Day Itinerary

WEATHER UPDATE *There's been a change to this event due to weather, please go here for more details*. We are sorry for any inconvenience! When: Saturday 24 October, 10am–6pm | Sunday 25 October, 10am–5pm Kick off Halloween with free, monstrously good family fun across Manchester city centre. The MCR…

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What’s On at the Trafford Centre: Events, Attractions & Family Fun

Trafford Centre might be famous for its shops, but for families there’s much more to discover. With attractions for different ages, plenty of places to eat and seasonal events throughout the year, it’s somewhere you can easily spend a whole day, whatever the Manchester weather has in store. Mix…

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Bonfire Night in Manchester 2026: Fireworks and Events

Looking for somewhere to watch the fireworks this November? From free displays in Manchester’s parks to a digital fireworks show in the city centre, there are plenty of ways to celebrate Bonfire Night across Greater Manchester in 2026. Events are taking place throughout the first week of November…

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