School’s out for Summer! So if you’re looking for things to do during the summer holidays – read on. Working with our partners across the city, we’ve pulled together a fantastic list of fun-packed activities and events, so you don’t have to go searching.
There’s everything from sports activities, family events and outdoor adventures to arts and crafts, activity trails and children’s theatre shows. With something for all ages and abilities, there’s a fun activity for everyone to take part in. Some events are for the whole family and others you can book your young person onto for the day.
If you’re looking for activity outside of the school holidays, you’re in luck too. We’re dedicating 2022 to our children and young people. ‘Our Year’ is an exciting year-long programme of activities, events, opportunities and experiences for children and young people living in Manchester. Be sure to check out the dedicated ‘Our Year’ guide for even more things to do and see.
Enjoy a free summer trail and discover the treasures in Elizabeth Gaskell's garden with your family and friends. Normal House admission charges apply (£6.50 for adults and children are free).
Ardwick
11:00am - 4:30pm
July 20, 2022 - Sunday Sep 4 2022
Get muddy and discover art and nature in the Whitworth Park. Pick up your free guide when you visit.
Ardwick
Rusholme
Moss Side
9:00am - 5:00pm
July 30, 2022 - Sunday Sep 10 2023
Have fun, make friends and get cycling at Wythenshawe Park.
Wythenshawe
9:00am - 3:45pm
January 11, 2022 - Saturday Oct 28 2023
Book one of Manchester's 25 grass football sites for matches or training sessions.
Miles Platting and Newton Heath
8:00am - 8:00pm
January 3, 2022 - Sunday Jul 2 2023
Explore Heaton Park‘s boating lake this half term.
Blackley
10:00am - 6:55pm
January 7, 2022 - Friday Jun 30 2023
There's always heaps of activity happening here! A great place for young people aged 8-19 years, and for those upto age 25 with additional needs.
This revealing tour of Heaton Hall and Park includes a rare visit inside the house as well as a tour around the park.
Blackley
11:00am - 1:00pm
January 5, 2022 - Sunday Jul 31 2022
Enjoy taking part in weekly cycling sessions at Boggart Hole Clough. There's lots of different types of bikes to try.
Harpurhey
11:00am - 2:00pm
January 4, 2022 - Tuesday Jul 4 2023
If you love getting out and about in Manchester's parks, then this free app is just the ticket.
Blackley
9:00am - 8:00pm
January 4, 2022 - Thursday Sep 21 2023
Explore the world around you with this series of short films you can watch online.
City Centre
1:00pm - 11:00pm
January 5, 2022 - Wednesday Aug 10 2022
There's a variety of sports happening here every Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday.
Cheetham Hill
5:30pm - 8:30pm
January 3, 2022 - Friday Aug 25 2023
Free to join! Learn to play an instrument or join a band - there's lots of musical activities for all ages and abilities.
May 3, 2022 - Wednesday Apr 5 2023
Head to Heaton Park for a Nickolodeon adventure with all of your favourite characters.
Blackley
12:00pm - 12:00pm
July 23, 2022 - Friday Aug 5 2022
Harpurhey
10:00am - 4:00pm
August 28, 2022 - Sunday Aug 28 2022
Find out more about the people who have moved to the UK from other countries in this trail at the People's History Museum.
City Centre
10:00am - 5:00pm
January 3, 2022 - Sunday Sep 4 2022
City Centre
From 9 Dec until Friday Dec 23 2022
10:30am - 2:00pm
Harpurhey
From 28 Aug until Sunday Aug 28 2022
10:00am - 4:00pm
Rusholme
Hulme
From 23 Jul until Saturday Jul 23 2022
12:00pm - 1:00pm
Rusholme
Hulme
From 23 Jul until Saturday Jul 23 2022
2:00pm - 3:00pm
Rusholme
Hulme
From 23 Jul until Saturday Jul 23 2022
12:00pm - 2:00pm
Blackley
From 23 Jul until Friday Aug 5 2022
12:00pm - 12:00pm
