FAMILY EVENTS IN MANCHESTER
FAMILY EVENTS IN MANCHESTER
Most Popular Family Events in Manchester
Joseph and The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat
Manchester Opera House
Thu 27 Feb - Sun 9 Mar 2025
The Lion The Witch and The Wardrobe
Lowry
Wed 3 Dec 2025 - Sun 11 Jan 2026
The Dinosaur That Pooped
Manchester Opera House
Sun 23 Mar - Sun 25 May 2025
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Joseph and The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat
Manchester Opera House, Manchester
Thursday 27 February - Sunday 9 March 2025
Starring X-Factor winner Joe McElderry as the roof-raising Pharaoh, the smash-hit London Palladium production of Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber's Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat returns to Manchester this February/March!|The ...The Lowry Dance & Drama Workshops
Lowry, Salford
Thursday 27 February - Thursday 31 July 2025
The Lowry offers a diverse and inclusive creating learning offer for Primary and Secondary Schools. With a variety of workshops linked to curriculum areas, mental health and wellbeing and project work. Held either at The Lowry or in scho...The Library of Enchantment
Z-arts, Manchester
Friday 28 February - Saturday 29 March 2025
Ever wanted to step inside a story? The Library of Enchantment is a fun-filled thrilling family-friendly escape room, full of seafaring adventures, time travelling tricks and a pesky old bookworm who's always up to meddlesome mischief! Can ...The Very Hungry Caterpillar Show
Z-arts, Manchester
Saturday 1 - Sunday 2 March 2025
Dive into Eric Carle's bright and colourful world as his beloved stories are transformed from page to stage using a menagerie of 75 lovable puppets and charming music. Featuring your favourite titles: Brown Bear, Brown Bear, 10 Little Rubb...Tap Factory
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Monday 3 March 2025
After mesmerizing audiences across five continents with over 800 shows, Tap Factory is thrilled to be back in UK with its 10th Anniversary Tour! Prepare to be captivated as eight extraordinary male performers deliver a sensational blend of ...Little Reads
Z-arts, Manchester
Tuesday 4 March - Tuesday 1 July 2025
Little Reads with Manchester Literature Festival. Join Ged for an interactive Storytelling session in our new Children's Library. 10am session - Pre-school/Family session 11am- Inclusive session (If you require a BSL interpreter please do l...Angelica Sprocket's Pockets
Waterside, Manchester
Sunday 9 March 2025
Based on the Quentin Blake children's book and filled with Folksy Theatre's touch of live music, puppetry, audience interaction and madness, this fun-filled show is the perfect treat for the whole family! Angelica Sprocket lives next door. ...Chitty Chitty Bang Bang
Palace Theatre, Manchester
Tuesday 11 - Sunday 16 March 2025
In a brand-new production of this much-loved family favourite, directed by Thom Southerland (Titanic, Parade), choreographed by Karen Bruce (BBC's Strictly Come Dancing, The Bodyguard) and designed by Morgan Large (Newsies, Joseph and the T...The Smartest Giant in Town
St Helens Theatre Royal, St Helens
Wednesday 12 - Thursday 13 March 2025
George wishes he wasn't the scruffiest giant in town. So when he sees a new shop selling giant-sized clothes, he decides it's time for a new look: smart trousers, smart shirt, stripy tie, shiny shoes. Now he's the smartest giant in town . ....Opera North - The Magic Flute Lite
Lowry, Salford
Thursday 13 March 2025
A 90-minute version of The Magic Flute based on James Brining's production. A delight for all ages, this production is perfect for schools, families and anyone who'd like to enjoy a shorter version of the opera. Enter an enchanted world and...Sing-a-Long-a Beauty And The Beast (PG)
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Saturday 15 March 2025
Singalonga Productions invite you to "Be our Guest" as they celebrate the brand new adaptation of Disney's iconic fairy tale with on-screen lyrics so everyone can join in!. This is your chance to sing your heart out to the Disney songs of y...The Littlest Yak
Lowry, Salford
Sunday 16 March 2025
A rollicking, heart-warming tale for everyone. This musical adaptation of the award-winning children's book will delight audiences young and old with beautiful puppets, catchy tunes and an uplifting tale of self-acceptance for all the famil...Hold on to your Butts
Octagon Theatre, Bolton
Tuesday 18 - Wednesday 19 March 2025
65 million years ago, dinosaurs ruled the Earth... 30 years ago, a movie about dinosaurs ruled the box office... Hold On To Your Butts is a must see "shot-for-shot" parody of the greatest dinosaur film of all time. After selling out in New ...Stephen Sharer
Manchester Academy, Manchester
Tuesday 18 March 2025
With almost 12 million subscribers and over 6 billion streams, American YouTube personality Stephen Sharer brings his family-fun Share The Love music tour to town. Join the Sharer Fam and sing along to Stephen's hit music, dance with the n...Grease
The Met, Bury
Wednesday 19 - Saturday 22 March 2025
After a whirlwind summer romance, leather-clad greaser Danny and girl-next-door Sandy are unexpectedly reunited when she transfers to Rydell High for senior year. But can they survive the trials and tribulations of teenage life and find tru...
Nick Cope's Family Show
The Stoller Hall, Manchester
Saturday 22 March 2025
Nick Cope has been writing and recording his beautiful and totally unique songs for children and their families for over 10 years, he performs with his guitar and animations to sell-out crowds all over the country. He has an incredible fan ...Nick Cope's Family Show
The Stoller Hall, Manchester
Saturday 22 March 2025
Nick Cope has been writing and recording his beautiful and totally unique songs for children and their families for over 10 years, he performs with his guitar and animations to sell-out crowds all over the country. He has an incredible fan ...The Dinosaur That Pooped
Manchester Opera House, Manchester
Sunday 23 March 2025
When Danny and Dino's favourite rock band are playing their last ever concert, they go on a quest to get the last two tickets. But with a villainous band manager lurking, nothing goes to plan. Will the band perform? Will Danny rock out? Or ...Stars for Tonight
Palace Theatre, Manchester
Sunday 23 March 2025
Showcasing the talent from local students on the big stage, NW Productions present Stars For Tonight, a variety showcase giving students some memories to last a lifetime. ...Coram Shakespeare Schools Theatre Festival
Contact, Manchester
Tuesday 25 - Friday 28 March 2025
Coram Shakespeare Schools Foundation presents the world's largest youth drama festival, an evening of live theatre, featuring a series of unique abridged Shakespeare productions by local schools. ...Pig Heart Boy
Lowry, Salford
Wednesday 26 - Saturday 29 March 2025
Is it better to have a pig's heart that works ... than a human heart that doesn't? Cameron is thirteen, and all he wants is to be normal - have friends, go to school, and dive to the bottom of his local swimming pool. But he desperately nee...Motorfest & Funfair
Haydock Park, Newton-le-Willows
Saturday 29 - Sunday 30 March 2025
Brace yourself for jaw-dropping stunts, ear-shattering roars, and high-octane action as monstrous trucks take centre stage at RA Monster Events' Motor Fest. Expect fun for all the family including Monster Truck shows, Stannage stunt team, ...Fun for Little Ones - A Tribute to Ms Rachel
Lowry, Salford
Sunday 30 March 2025
The UK's Premier Tribute to Global Phenomenon... 'Ms Rachel'! Bringing 'Ms Rachels' character to life in a FUN, interactive LIVE on stage performance with lots of audience participation for the little ones!With over 5 Billion Views and over...The Worst Witch
Altrincham Garrick, Altrincham
Friday 4 - Thursday 17 April 2025
Adapted from Jill Murphy's original books by Emma Reeves, with Music by Luke Potter. Before Harry Potter exploded onto the scene there was another seemingly ordinary child, Mildred Hubble, who wound up in the most extraordinary of places......TommyInnit
The Bridgewater Hall, Manchester
Monday 7 April 2025
One of the world's most popular YouTubers and Twitch Streamers, gamer, comedian and writer Tom Simons (aka TommyInnit) has announced returns with The Survival Tour. Not content with writing the definitive book on how to survive the worl...The Koala Who Could
Lowry, Salford
Tuesday 8 - Sunday 13 April 2025
A Lowry, Rose Theatre, Nicoll Entertainment, Northern Stage, Unicorn Theatre and MAST Mayflower Studios co-production Based on the bestselling picture book about taking a chance An empowering and chuckle-out-loud story about embracing chang...Mary Poppins
Palace Theatre, Manchester
Wednesday 9 April - Saturday 17 May 2025
Cameron Mackintosh and Disney's spectacular production of the classic multi award-winning musical MARY POPPINS will embark on a 2024/2025 UK and Ireland tour from November. Acclaimed Australian stars, Stefanie Jones and Jack Chambers repris...The Smartest Giant in Town
Waterside, Manchester
Wednesday 9 - Thursday 10 April 2025
George wishes he wasn't the scruffiest giant in town. So when he sees a new shop selling giant-sized clothes, he decides it's time for a new look: smart trousers, smart shirt, stripy tie, shiny shoes. Now he's the smartest giant in town . ....The Wizarding Adventure
East Lancashire Railway, Bury
Wednesday 9 April - Wednesday 29 October 2025
It's a kind of magic! Are you ready to attend your first day at the Grand Old School of Wizardry. Join the madcap mages and wacky witches of the faculty on a spellbinding adventure to work on your wand waving, brush up on your broomstick sk...The Alice Project
Lowry, Salford
Wednesday 9 April 2025
"Who are you?" asks the Caterpillar. Alice is not sure... Acclaimed performance company Platform 4 take you on a sonic journey through the Wonderland of Alice, weaving together original music, interviews with inhabitants of the New Forest, ...
The Naughty Fox
Oldham Coliseum Theatre, Oldham
Wednesday 9 April 2025
Experience a world of puppetry, music, light projection and bubbly energy as our two storytellers bring household objects to life. Feel your way through the immersive, multisensory journey of friendship and play for little ones (0-5 Yrs)...Teach Rex
The Met, Bury
Friday 11 April 2025
The award winning, Teach Rex team are delighted to be bringing this unique, interactive show to town after performing 45 shows at the Natural History Museum! Teach Rex uses life-like dinosaurs to perform their 1 hour show, teaching childr...Stoller Story Sounds
The Stoller Hall, Manchester
Saturday 12 April 2025
Perfect for children aged 3-5 (and their grown ups!), Stoller Story Sounds musical journeys will transport you to a beautiful world of new and exciting sights. An interactive session of music, art, storytelling and more. ...Andy and the Oddsocks
Lowry, Salford
Sunday 13 April 2025
What a rollercoaster ride it's been for Andy and the Odd Socks. It seems like only yesterday that the idea for the band came to CBeebies superstar Andy Day in a dream, but in the short time since, they've played Glastonbury and gone ...How To Train Your Dragon In Concert
The Bridgewater Hall, Manchester
Tuesday 15 April 2025
How To Train Your Dragon - In Concert features the acclaimed film presented in HD, with composer John Powell's Academy Award-nominated score performed live to picture by the International Film Orchestra in a thrilling experience for all age...Room on the Broom
Lowry, Salford
Tuesday 15 - Sunday 20 April 2025
Iggety ziggety zaggety zoom! Jump on board the broom with the witch and her cat in Tall Stories' fun-filled adaptation of Room on the Broom, the best-selling picture book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler. The witch and her cat are trav...Princess Live
The Albert Halls, Bolton
Wednesday 16 April 2025
Princess Live is the ultimate hour long princess pop party, featuring your favourite fairytale royalty in thisall singing all dancing hour long concert show. The Princesses are tired of their royal duties. So they decided to come together a...Robin Hood and The Golden Arrow
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Friday 18 - Monday 21 April 2025
It's time to get Merry at The Plaza Easter Pantomime Robin Hood and The Golden Arrow! Stockport's much loved Pantomime Star Richard Chandler with the fabulous Scott Gallagher returns with a sensational cast for an affordable family festive ...The Pantomime Adventures of Peter Pan
The Albert Halls, Bolton
Saturday 19 April 2025
Set Sail this Easter and Join the Swashbuckling Adventures of Peter Pan in this high flying pantomime for all the Family from Trio Entertainment. Starring Coronation Street's "Ashley", Steven Arnold, as Captain Hook alongside Bolton pant...Three Little Vikings
Shakespeare North Playhouse, Prescot
Saturday 19 April 2025
Wrongsemble present a family show all about cooperation, bravery, and getting your voice heard! Three brave little Viking girls save the day in this bold and funny adventure story for little rebels, by the creator of the New York Times Best...Plant
Waterside, Manchester
Saturday 19 April 2025
A tender comic celebration of the natural world, abundance and sharing for ages 3-6 from OftheJackel. A squirrel hides a nut from a nosy pigeon inadvertently planting a tree in the process. They squabble through the seasons until a tree e...Teach Rex
The Albert Halls, Bolton
Monday 21 April 2025
The award winning, Teach Rex team are delighted to be bringing this unique, interactive show to town after performing 45 shows at the Natural History Museum! Teach Rex uses life-like dinosaurs to perform their 1 hour show, teaching childr...The Baddies
Lowry, Salford
Friday 2 - Sunday 4 May 2025
Based on the book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler and presented by Freckle Productions & The Royal Lyceum Theatre Edinburgh. Meet the very worst Baddies in the world! Don't you dare to come too close to a witch, a troll and an ancient...Curious Investigators
Waterside, Manchester
Sunday 4 May 2025
Curious Investigators from One Tenth Human is a cracking adventure created in collaboration with engineering experts from Lancaster University: a delightfully surprising, highly visual show for 3-7-year-olds and their grown-ups. Scribble an...The Wiggles
O2 Apollo, Manchester
Thursday 15 May 2025
Children and parents are in for a big treat as The Wiggles hop into their Big Red Car and embark on one of their biggest global tours ever. An incredible musical adventure awaits as they take their new show on tour, based on the smash hit s...
The Detective Dog
Waterside, Manchester
Saturday 24 - Sunday 25 May 2025
Tiny & Tall Productions, formerly Tessa Bide Productions, brings you Julia Donaldson and Sara Ogilvie's well-loved story, The Detective Dog on stage for Deaf and hearing family audiences. Whether it's finding a lost shoe or discovering who ...The Dinosaur That Pooped
St Helens Theatre Royal, St Helens
Sunday 25 May 2025
When Danny and Dino's favourite rock band are playing their last ever concert, they go on a quest to get the last two tickets. But with a villainous band manager lurking, nothing goes to plan. Will the band perform? Will Danny rock out? Or ...There's A Monster in Your Show
Lowry, Salford
Tuesday 27 May - Sunday 1 June 2025
Tom Fletcher's interactive adventures for big imaginations are leaping from page to stage, as the beloved 'Who's in Your Book?' series makes its debut as a brand-new musical show. A group of performers are preparing to start their show, but...Toot! A Magical Musical Adventure
The Bridgewater Hall, Manchester
Thursday 29 May 2025
Perfect for kids ages 4-9, this action-packed concert brings the stage to life with creativity, imagination, and plenty of surprises. In this thrilling 40-minute family concert, originally devised by the 2023 MishMash Ensemble, five playful...Spy Movie: The Play
Waterside, Manchester
Saturday 31 May 2025
From two of the minds behind The New Musketeers (Trinity Theatre) and stars of The Play That Goes Wrong and Peter Pan Goes Wrong, Spy Movie: The Play! is a new hilarious homage to Bond movies and fringe theatre suitable for the whole family...Breathe
