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Manchester's very own Paddington statue has arrived in Spinningfields as part of the Paddington Visits trail, a thrilling addition to neighbourhood and the only one in the city. Dressed in his signature blue duffle coat, red hat and complete with a marmalade sandwich in paw, this statue is one…
Make the most of May half term with a sense-sational programme of free, hands-on family fun, inspired by our blockbuster exhibition Operation Ouch! Brains, Bogies and You. Investigate the different ways that animals use their senses to explore the world. Join our expert Explainers for a lively…
Enjoy free storytelling sessions to enhance the fun and joy of stories for young children with their mums, dads and carers. These sessions are ideal for children under 5. With family friendly events and exhibitions available at Bolton Central Library and Museum all year round, enjoy the fascinating…
Fall down the rabbit hole and have your very own magical adventure with Adventures in Wonderland at Z-arts! Curiouser and curiouser? Created by Z-arts in partnership with Macmillan Children's Books, step into Alice's shoes and have your very own magical Adventure in Wonderland, celebrating…
Tom Fletcher’s interactive adventures for big imaginations are leaping from page to stage, as the beloved ‘Who’s in Your Book?’ series makes its debut as a brand-new musical show. Expect plenty of fun for your littlest ones as their favourite characters, including Monster…
Have you ever wanted to pet a pachycephalosaurus, get together with a Triceratops or tickle a T-Rex under the chin? Your adventure includes a steam train ride from Bury to Rawtenstall and back, a roughly two-hour dino experience with our professional dinosaur handlers, themed activities and plenty…
It's time to sign up to our spellbinding school of sorcery as you take a wacky and wonderful whistle stop tour of the Wizard Academy and learn to become a master of mystery and magic. Your adventure includes a steam train ride from Bury to Rawtenstall and back, a roughly two-hour wizard…
MAY YOU NEVER STOP PLAYING THIS HALF TERM, THANKS TO OXYGEN AT MEDIACITY’S FLEXIBLE BOUNCE PASS Oxygen at MediaCity offers a flexible bounce pass for May Half-Term, granting five hours of BIG-TIME fun for just £30, a bouncin’ discount of over 50% This May Half-Term, families can…
A sense-sational exhibition! Get ready for a brand-new adventure of super-sized science and brilliant biology with Operation Ouch! Brains, Bogies and You. Journey through an ear canal covered in gooey wax, squeeze past sticky snot and plunge headfirst into the incredible world of our senses. Get…
Raver Tots, the UK's leading multi-award-winning family-friendly rave and festival, is back and better than ever for 2025, bringing one of its high-energy raves to Freight Island in Manchester on 26th May. This exciting day promises to be filled with music, dance, and fun activities that the…
Join the People's History Museum over this May Half Term and use our playful challenges to create your own mini book about the life of one of our heroes on the museum galleries.
Little Tikes® is Hosting the Ultimate Family Party at MediaCity This May Half Term – Featuring an Extra Special Guest Appearance from Bluey! Catch fan-favourite Bluey scenes at the waterfront on a big screen, face painting, spin to win and tons of play with Little Tikes’ most…
Fun days out for teenagers
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Take gaming to the next level with Power Up at the Science and Industry Museum in Manchester. Play the very best video games from the past five decades and try out over a hundred different consoles with the ultimate hands-on gaming experience. There's something for everyone, from Pong to…
Adventure through the streets of Manchester's city centre and unlock a hidden trail by finding clues, solving puzzles & completing challenges, earning points along the way all self-guided through the Go Quest Adventures app. See the area's highlights, explore it's hidden gems and…
Come face to flipper with our magnificent giant green sea turtles, as you join them for a lunch date you will never forget! A member of our animal care team will be on hand to assist you and teach you all about Cammy and Ernie, their individual stories, their diet and their habitats. They can also…
How far will you go? Will going ‘wild’ help us to tackle the climate and biodiversity crisis? Manchester Museum's new exhibition Wild , opening in the Exhibition Hall on 5 June 2024, explores our relationship with the natural world and looks at how people across the globe…
Stories – Brought to Life, a new ground-breaking experience presented by FRAMELESS Creative, in partnership with the National Portrait Gallery has announced its exciting first wave of sitters including Grayson Perry, Malala Yousafzai, Nelson Mandela, Emmeline Pankhurst, Queen…
Step into Chila Kumari Singh Burman’s imagination at Chila Welcomes You , a major new art commission for IWM North. The exhibition is a personal perspective on the heritage of conflict and stories of Indian migration to Britain after the Second World War. In an immersive and…
An immersive new exhibition celebrating 60 years of Match of the Day - the nation’s favourite footballing show - is to be launched at the National Football Museum in Manchester. Running from 4th April – 27th July 2025, Match of the Day @ 60 will explore the show’s…
Looking for something unique to do in the great outdoors this May half term? Whether you're a thrill seeker looking for action-packed fun or simply after some quality time with friends and family we have the adventure scene covered. Join Rivington GO APE in the heart of the Pennines near…
Family friendly attractions
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Manchester City Stadium Tour is part of the Visit Manchester Pass - giving you entry to iconic attractions and access to exclusive discounts across the city, make the most of your time in Manchester with the Visit Manchester Pass. With 1, 2 and 3 day passes, find out more and purchase…
Jodrell Bank is an amazing, unique, and awe-inspiring place. A world-leading deep-space radio observatory, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and an award-winning national visitor attraction. Uncover the inspirational heritage of Jodrell Bank in the new First Light Pavilion. Inside this architecturally…
Where rhino stomp and lions roar, the safari by the city, and so much more. Experience Manchester's wildest day out with a trip to family favourite, Knowsley Safari. Start your adventure by exploring our impressive 5-mile safari drive which is currently home to over 750 fascinating animals, from…
With a fantastic selection of rides, attractions and shows to see each day, Gulliver's World guarantees you one of the best family days out in the UK. There's so much to experience, from the wild rides in Western World to the thrilling rides of Smugglers Wharf. Gulliver's Resort…
Manchester welcomes World-Famous Museum of Illusions to the city! Enter the fascinating world of illusions where nothing is ever quite as it seems. This highly anticipated new attraction promises a captivating experience for visitors of all ages, immersing them in a world of optical illusions and…
********* LEGOLAND Discovery Centre Manchester is the ultimate indoor LEGO Playground and offers an inspirational and unique day out for all the family! LEGOLAND Discovery Centres are designed specifically for children aged 3-10 years to enjoy – everything is child sized! As soon as you step…
Step into our Bolton Adventure Play Centre, where laughter is limitless, and fun is just the beginning! With a landscape full of indoor and outdoor wonders, we deliver a thrilling eco-friendly play arena that’s bursting with adventure. Not only does it feature an indoor play area with a…
Outdoor adventures for the whole family
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Starting on Saturday 15 February and continuing all year, explore the Guess How Much I Love You™ – A Garden Adventure trail following Little Nutbrown Hare and Big Nutbrown Hare around the garden. Bounce, hop and stretch like Little Nutbrown Hare, investigate colours, textures and shapes…
Celebrate the start of summer at The Manchester Flower Festival. With fabulous floral installations, outdoor dining and entertainment, you’re in for a bloomin’ amazing long weekend in Manchester city centre.
Immerse yourself in an African savannah Opening from 5th April 2025, this 22-acre habitat is the largest ever to open at the zoo, home to over 30 species including giraffes, zebras, and ostriches. Every visit supports vital conservation efforts to help Africa’s rarest species not only survive…
RHS Garden Bridgewater is thrilled to announce the return of its popular Summer Music Sundays, promising a delightful blend of music, nature, and relaxation for visitors of all ages. Summer Music Sundays take place from 2-4pm, with free admission for RHS members and normal garden admission for…
Your Manchester Flower Festival Itinerary
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The Manchester Flower Festival is set to bloom from Friday, 23 May to Monday, 26 May 2025…
Top 5 Unmissable Things to Do in Manchester This Summer
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Summer in Manchester is always an exciting time, and 2025 is shaping up to be unforgettable. With…
Spotlight on Stockport with Little Miss Traveller
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Little Miss Traveller is shining the spotlight on Stockport as part of the 'Days out in…
Get Creative at The Manchester Flower Festival - Your Workshop Guide
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Explore a blooming variety of creative workshops across the city — from free drop-in…
Sustainable Dining at Winsome
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Located at 74 Princess Street, Winsome is one of Manchester’s most exciting culinary venues…
