Event Type: Sports

Wythenshawe Community RunA person wearing black trainers in an athletics stadium
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Join in with the Wythenshawe Community Run every Sunday. Meet at the Athletics Track within Wythenshawe Park at 8.45 am ready to race at 9:00 am. You can run either a 2K or a 5K. All abilities and ages welcome and the event is completely free.  

Park Run At Heaton ParkRunners racing a local 5K around a lake on a dirt path on a early summer evening.

Join this free, fun, and friendly 5K community run event every Saturday morning at Heaton Park. There’s no pressure and you can choose whether to walk, jog or run. You can also volunteer or cheer on the runners – it’s up to you.

Santa DashA Santa flies across a snowy sky on a reindeer
Image credit: Wythenshawe Games On The Move

The Wythenshawe Park Santa Dash is back for 2021. This fun, family event is a fantastic way to get into the Christmas spirit. The dash is a 2.5km route starting and ending at Wythenshawe Park. If you decide to sign up – you will receive a Santa suit and those aged under 5 will receive […]

When Football Was Football: Photography by Sefton Samuels 1960s-1980sTwo footballers from opposing teams jump to head the ball. The team were black and white striped kits.
Image credit: Sefton Samuels

The National Football Museum will showcase a fascinating selection of photographs by Sefton Samuels. Visit with friends and family and share memories of football through the ages. The exhibition features photographs from the 1960s to 1980s. Back to the days of Bovril and pies, you’ll be able to see portraits of your favourite players as […]

Orienteering at Chorlton Water ParkA tree-lined path in Heaton Park.

Join an orienteering activity at Chorlton Water Park. With a compass and a map, you can have fun while you navigate your way around the park.

Simply Cycling at Wythenshawe ParkA group of cyclists get ready to ride in tandem on an adaptive bike.
Image credit: Simply Cycling.

Enjoy taking part in cycling sessions at Wythenshawe Park. All ages and abilities are welcome. There are a variety of different cycles to try. There’s a bike for everybody who wants to cycle. Have fun, make friends and get fit.

Multi-Sport Sessions at Gorton ParkA golf ball sits on a golfing green.

This October half term, Active Communities Network will be running a series of free multi-sport activities at Gorton Park. Just turn up to learn a new sport and get fit. Sessions run from 10:00 am – 2:00 pm.

Multi-Sport Sessions at Gartside GardensA footballer traps a ball under their foot.

This October half term, Active Communities Network will be running a series of free multi-sport activities at Gartside Gardens. Just turn up to learn a new sport and get fit. Sessions run from 10:00 am – 2:00 pm.

Multi-Sport Sessions at Vine Street Community ParkAn american football sits on a grassy pitch.
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This October half term, Active Communities Network will be running a series of free multi-sport activities at Vine Street Community Park. Just turn up to learn a new sport and get fit. Sessions run from 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm.

Junior Park Run At Alexandra ParkRunners racing a local 5K around a lake on a dirt path on a early summer evening.

A 2K running event for children and young people. For ages 4 – 14 years old, the Junior Park Run takes place every Sunday morning at 9am at Alexandra Park.