Don't let half term be a bore! Explore amazing events and activities happening in Greater Manchester:

MCR Monsters 25 Oct 2025

Look up! Look out! Beware! The legendary MCR Monsters are back, taking over the city’s streets and rooftops.  Spot all 16 in our biggest-ever monster invasion and share your pics at @HalloweenMCR #MCRMonsters.  Created by artists Filthy Luker and Pedro Estrellas. DOWNLOAD THE…

Explore the extremes of nature, human capability and creativity at the biennial Manchester Science Festival, returning from 18–27 October. Tickets are now available for the packed programme of events making up the 2024 Manchester Science Festival—a highlight of the city's cultural…

Enjoy a half-term Halloween Stadium Tour at the home of the Premier League Champions this October! And visit areas of the Stadium not usually available to the public! Using the latest technology, sit and interact with Pep Guardiola, Haaland, Ake and Akaji in the virtual press room. Step into…

Be on the lookout for little green men this October, as Jodrell Bank hosts a half term extraterrestrial extravaganza! A great day out for families and friends of all ages, a trip to Jodrell brings together science, heritage, learning and adventure like nowhere else. Read more about all the…

Dare to experience the dangers and delights of Dinosaur World Live in this roarsome interactive show for all the family – now returning to The Lowry due to popular demand! Grab your compass and join our intrepid explorer across uncharted territories to discover a pre-historic world of…

Join the Toot! Ensemble for a fun family concert that’s perfect 7 to 11-year-olds and their families. Travel around the world with music from all over the globe in a performance filled with warmth, excitement, and magic. Be mesmerized by Paquito D’rivera’s  Aires Tropicales…

After winning Best Kids Show 2022 at the UK Kids Comedy Festival, renowned comedian Marcel Lucont brings his hilarious family gameshow to Z-arts! Perfect for ages 6-12 and just as much fun for the adults as it is for kids, this interactive show has audiences compete to be the most awful child. A…

It’s not long before Pumpkin Season will be upon us!!!  Come and explore Cockfield's Farm HUGE Pumpkin Patch with thousands of Pumpkins of all different shapes, sizes and varieties. Every ticket includes a pumpkin! It's an awesome Instagram photo area, with a packed…

Looking for a fun Saturday activity for the whole family? Look no further! Join Manchester Central for an engaging Saturday half-term session. Expect music, crafts, and loads of fun! Suitable for all ages. Free, just drop in! They have loads of different events running as well, head to their website…

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Move & Make 11 Feb 2025

Move & Make

Join Gilly for an imaginative yoga and art session! The idea for this class is to fuse movement and…

Rhythm & Rhyme 11 Feb 2025

Rhythm & Rhyme

Now more than ever, it's important to encourage creativity and self-expression in children and…

Circus Funtasia 13 Feb 2025

Circus Funtasia

A whiff of Candyfloss, and feel the thrill of Circus Funtasia 2025 as it transforms the ordinary…

Lego Club 14 Feb 2025

Lego Club

Join Z-arts for LEGO Club from 4.15-5pm every Friday, where we'll be getting all our…

Z-artists 14 Feb 2025

Z-artists

Focus on learning about different artists and art forms, develop your own skills and create work in…

Spinningfields 15 Feb 2025

Spinningfields

Spinningfields is gearing up for a fantastic February half term, offering an exciting line-up of…

The Arcade 15 Feb 2025

The Arcade

The Arcade at The Printworks  Step into retro gaming world at Printworks! Under…

The Carnival 15 Feb 2025

The Carnival

The Carnival at St Ann’s Square The Carnival is coming to Town!  Get ready for an…

The Garden 15 Feb 2025

The Garden

The Garden at the Exchange Square  Step into our city Oasis   • A real…

The Party 15 Feb 2025

The Party

The Party at Aviva Studios, home of Factory International Grab your dancing shoes and join the…

The Sports Hall 15 Feb 2025

The Sports Hall

The Sports Hall at The Great Northern All Your Favorite Sports Under One Roof!   Get ready…

Monster Week 17 Feb 2025

Monster Week

Get along to the cafe at Boggart Hole Clough this half term, for some monster art sessions. Each day…