Season: school hols

SpringFest 2022 at Victoria BathsThe outside of the Victoria Baths building
Image credit: Andrew Billington Photography

Celebrating makers, artists and performers across Greater Manchester, SpringFest returns to Victoria Baths. Explore the beautiful Victoria Baths building as it comes alive with music and art. Have a look around the makers market – you’ll find ceramics, liqueurs, jewellery and homeware you can buy. There will also be a fantastic selection of food and […]

International Mother Language Day FlagsA craft table with paper and coloured pens
Image credit: Manchester Libraries

Celebrate International Mother Language Day at Chorlton Library. Make your very own bunting flags to mark the occasion. You can also get creative and make a wall hanging for your own home too. This is a free family event. Children under the age of 8 must be accompanied by a responsible adult. To book your […]

Winter Half Term CraftsA craft table with colouring pencils, paints and paper.
Image credit: Yan Krukov from Pexels

Head to the Forum Library in Wythenshawe for winter crafts this half term. Great free family fun. You’ll be able to create a ‘Winter Fairy Mirror’ and enjoy Winter Woodland Colour-in Fuzzy Art Pictures. Children under the age of 8 must be accompanied by a responsible adult. Please contact the Forum Library Wythenshawe on 0161 227 […]

Let’s Get MuddyA basket full of bright and colourful vegetables, plants and flowers.
Image credit: Platt Fields Market Garden

Platt Fields Market Garden have got some great family activities happening this February half term. Enjoy pebble painting sessions, a treasure hunt and a fancy dress party. You’ll even be able to make a special village for all of the little local bugs to live in. There’s lots of brilliant things to enjoy happening in […]

Jack & The Beanstalk at Brookdale ParkA seedling growing out of the soil
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Pop along to Brookdale Park this Easter and help Jack plant his next beanstalk. Enjoy the classic fairy tale in this interactive story session and also take part in a golden goose Easter egg hunt.

Tataki Zome at Ladybarn ParkA canvas tote bag flying in the breeze surrounded by leaves.
Image credit: Manchester City Council

Head to Ladybarn Park to learn the art of Tataki Zome this February half term. Tataki Zome is the Japanese art of transferring the dyes from flowers and leaves onto fabric. During this one hour session, you will be provided with all the materials you need toZome. You’ll be able to decorate your own canvas […]

Tataki Zome at Cavendish Road ParkA canvas tote bag blowing in the breeze surrounded by leaves
Image credit: Manchester City Council

Join your local ranger in Cavendish Road Park and learn the art of Tataki Zome this February half term. Tataki Zome is the Japanese art of transferring the dyes from flowers and leaves onto fabric. During this one hour session, you will be provided with all the materials you need to create Tataki Zome artwork. […]

Tataki Zome at Old Moat ParkA tote bag blowing in the breeze surrounded by leaves.
Image credit: Manchester City Council

Join your local ranger in Old Moat Park and learn the art of Tataki Zome this February half term. Tataki Zome is the Japanese art of transferring the dyes from flowers and leaves onto fabric. During this one hour session, you will be provided with all the materials you need create Tataki Zome artwork. You’ll […]

Bird WalkA robin perched on the branch of a tree.

Join The Wildlife Trust this February half-term for a family friendly bird walk around Broadhurst Clough. There will also be wildlife experts on hand to help you identify a range of different birds in the park.

Pebble PaintingThree hand drawn pebbles splattered with red, blue and green paint.
Image credit: Manchester City Council

If you’re stuck for things to do this half term – head to Boggart Hole Clough. The friendly park rangers will be running a free pebble painting session. Suitable for all ages. Pop down and get creative with your own designs.