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The MCR Monsters are turning 10! To celebrate, they're taking over the city's buildings and rooftops this October. The city's much-loved trail of giant, inflatable monsters is back to celebrate a decade of fun. Find their hiding places across the city and share your monster snaps at…
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…
Something spooky is coming to Bury soon with the ELR’s annual Halloween Ghosts Trains. Ghouls and ghosts are making a spine-tingling return to the East Lancashire Railway, 29 – 31 October 2026. Tickets are available to book now… if you dare! This year the seasonal spectacular…
Come and see the home of the Manchester City this Halloween! The Manchester City Stadium Tour is the perfect day out, filled with tricks and treats for the whole family. • Take part in the pumpkin hunt for the chance to win a matchday mascot place for an upcoming Manchester…
Blast off to Autumn adventures at Jodrell, including a brand-new science show and a journey to Mars in the Space Dome! With creative crafts, new exhibitions, and engaging talks galore, there's something for every aspiring astronaut… Book online to save 10% and return for FREE for 12…
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…
A very special (trick or) treat for Halloween, Gandeys Circus returns once again with a brand-new action packed legendary Halloween Spooktacular Big Top Show for all the family. A specially selected international cast of skeletons, vampires, Jack o'lanterns and not forgetting Circus Artistes…
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…
Get ready for a wicked half-term at RHS Garden Bridgewater, Salford, from 19 October to 3 November 2024. Families can enjoy Halloween-themed activities, including the Wicked Plants trail, spooky crafting, and insect workshops with ZooLab. Additional highlights include Rangoli art for Diwali, a…
Share some family time together over half-term at the hands-on literary House. The kids can enjoy some creepy creative craft in the Servants’ Hall making owl characters. There is dressing-up, colouring, hands-on activities and the popular Cranford the Cat trail around this…
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…
Arc Saturday Art Club
Adults and children ages 3+ are invited to Arc at Hat Works on the last Saturday of each month…
Ascarium: The Cursed Depths
When a violent storm tore two sisters from the shore and dragged them beneath the waves, a search…
Ascarium: Tricks & Treats
Help the Sea Witches and Warlocks save the seas! Discover the amazing tricks of sea creatures and…
Beyond the Surface Tour at SEA LIFE Manchester
Beyond The Surface Tour Dive behind the scenes at SEA LIFE Manchester with an exclusive guided tour…
Canoe at Scotman's Flash
Discover Wigan's Watersports Activity Centre at the heart of a genuine national treasure, the…
Chinese Stream Gardens at RHS Garden Bridgewater
Discover the beautiful Chinese Streamside Garden at RHS Garden Bridgewater, created in collaboration…
Christmas Letters from Santa
Send a Personalised Christmas Letter from Santa Claus Many of us will know a little girl or boy who…
City Walking Tour & Interactive Treasure Hunt
Adventure through the streets of Manchester's city centre and unlock a hidden trail by finding…
Coronation Street Experience - Kids Go Free
Step onto Coronation Street's iconic cobbles and follow in the footsteps of some of the…
Creative Tiny Humans
Join HOME in the Creativity Corner for their baby and toddler group drop in session to…
Daily Animal Talks at Chester Zoo
Don't mis a thing with the Chester Zoo app. During your visit find out where and when you can…
Experiment at the Science and Industry Museum
What will you build, sense and discover? Play and explore science in action in Experiment, The…
Family Escape Room - The Library of Enchantment
A family-friendly escape room. Ever wanted to step inside a story? The Library of Enchantment is a…
Fright Fiesta at Gulliver's World Warrington
Join in the freaky festivities at Gulliver's this Halloween with Fright Fiesta – a lively…
From Here to There: a tour for children
Children are invited to take a journey through the historic house, accompanied by Speechly the…
Gandeys Halloween Spooktacular Trafford
🎃 Something wickedly spectacular this way comes...! 🎪👻 Dare you enter the…
Gravestone - The Big Halloween Adventure
Join us at Graystone for an evening of Halloween games, challenges, crafts and spooky activities!…
Haigh Monster Mash
Get ready for a frightfully fun afternoon at Haigh Monster Mash, the ultimate family fancy dress…
Halloween 2026 at Smithills Open Farm
Smithills Open Farm’s exciting Halloween events are back for 2026! Join us for Pumpkin…
Halloween at Chester Zoo
From 17 October to 1 November, enjoy a fantastic autumn day out with family activities at Chester…
Halloween at Gameface
Get your Gameface on this Halloween! Head to Gameface Manchester at The Printworks for high-energy…
Halloween at Lancaster Park & Animal Farm
Autumn adventures await at Halloween on the Farm at Lancaster Park & Animal Farm. Pick your…
Halloween at Medlock Square
Get into the spooky spirit at Medlock Square this October, with Halloween treats, cocktails and…
Halloween at Treetop Adventure Golf
Spooktacular October in the Jungle Creep into the jungle this October for a spooktacular…
Halloween Ghost Train at East Lancashire Railway
Something spooky is coming to Bury soon with the ELR’s annual Halloween Ghosts Trains. Ghouls…
Halloween Pumpkin Festival
♂️ Come along to Reddish Vale Farm for a hauntingly good time this Halloween! Explore the farm…
Head, Shoulders, Knees & Goals
Kids and grown-ups alike can discover the fascinating connection between football and the human body…
Heart of Africa at Chester Zoo
Immerse yourself in an African savannah Opening from 5th April 2025, this 22-acre habitat is the…
Horizon of Khufu Brings Ancient Egypt to Manchester
Horizon of Khufu: Journey to Ancient Egypt, an immersive virtual reality expedition back in time…
Horrible Science: Cosmic Chaos
An out-of-this-world premiere exhibition, now open at the Science and Industry Museum. As part of…
Human Natures
Step into Human Natures, Manchester Museum’s new exhibition exploring how people have shaped…
Kayak at Scotman's Flash
Discover Wigan's Watersports Activity Centre at the heart of a genuine national treasure, the…
Land of Lights Lantern Festival
The Magic Returns! This year, the glow will be bigger, brighter, and more magical than ever before…
Little Monsters Breakfast Banquet at The Ivy
Celebrate Halloween at The Ivy with the inaugural Little Monsters Breakfast Banquet – the…
Little Monsters Breakfast Banquet for Halloween at The Ivy
Celebrate Halloween at The Ivy with the inaugural Little Monsters Breakfast Banquet – the…
Little Monsters go Half Price at Knowsley Safari's Spooktacular Halloween Adventure
Brave explorers will have screamingly good fun at Knowsley Safari this October Half Term, Saturday…
MCR Monsters
The MCR Monsters are turning 10! To celebrate, they're taking over the city's buildings and…
Mega Halloween Party
Born To Be Wild Child are back – bringing their magnificent Monster Mash Halloween Party to…
Mission: Mad Hatter
"The teapot is warmed, the table is set… but the guests are gone!" Something…
Monster Disco
Come and embrace your inner monster here at the MONSTER DISCO! Don’t be afraid, these monsters…
Museum of the Moon
Museum of the Moon at Campfield Studios - A breathtaking 7m lunar replica by Luke Jerram. Limited…
NFM x Yard Ball
The National Football Museum will be playing host to a uniquely urban football experience. Yard Ball…
October half term at Dunham Massey
24 October - 1 November Autumn is calling! Make the most of October half term and see the parkland…
October Half Term at the Science and Industry Museum
The aliens have landed! Get ready for spooktacular science, hands-on activities and interactive fun…
Paddleboarding at Scotman's Flash
Discover Wigan's Watersports Activity Centre at the heart of a genuine national treasure, the…
Pineapple Post with Speechly the Pineappale
Express delivery! Help Speechly deliver the 'pineapple post', collect stamps and discover…
Secret Society Skeleton Activity
Meet the Secret Society skeleton, become a curious code breaker, spin your own spooky story, and…
Smithsonian Starstruck: An Immersive Experience
Smithsonian Starstruck: An Immersive Experience is a fully interactive, 3D virtual reality…
Spooky fun awaits at RHS Garden Bridgewater this October half-term
Families can enjoy Halloween-themed activities, including the Wicked Plants trail, spooky crafting…
The Pumpkin Patch at Cockfield's Farm
It’s not long before Pumpkin Season will be upon us!!! Come and explore Cockfield's…
The Pumpkin Patch at Tatton Park
Pick your perfect pumpkin this October Come down to the Farm to meet all your Farmyard friends, then…
The Very Hungry Caterpillar
The Very Hungry Caterpillar Show has been dazzling audiences around the globe for over ten years…
The Wind in the Willows: A Garden Adventure
The Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) and Farshore, part of HarperCollins Publishers, are teaming up…
Weird Wonders That Reimagine Reality
This October, Museum of Illusions Manchester will transform five of its most popular exhibits as…
Wild Things
Little imaginations can run wild at Lowry this summer! Wild Things is a new free exhibition that…
Wildwood (12A)
The story of a courageous girl, Prue McKeel, on a desperate mission to rescue her baby brother from…
Mischief Under The Moon - A Family Halloween Day Party
Bring your little monsters, put on your dancing shoes, and make memories at the coolest family party…
Spark in the Park
Wrap up warm and join Haigh Woodland Park for an evening of family fun at Spark in the Park! Enjoy a…
The Nick Cope Family Show 2026
Come and join Nick Cope for a brand new, delightful family concert, featuring all your favourite…
Little B Firework Display
Families across Sale are being invited to celebrate Bonfire Night at The Little B on 5th November…
Experitots
Experitots is a regular event specially designed for children aged 0–4. During these playful…
Skate Manchester
GET READY FOR MANCHESTER’S ULTIMATE WINTER EXPERIENCE! Skate Manchester is back, transforming…
Toddler Takeover
Free activities across the Z-arts building, including: • Arts & Crafts • Toddler Make…
