Find fun days out for the entire family this summer with some special creative activities in honour of Children’s Art Day on 6th July.
CREATIVE FAMILIES WORKSHOPS MANCHESTER ART GALLERY 23RD & 29TH JULY
The Lion’s Den (Clore Art Studio) at Manchester Art Gallery is providing a space in the heart of the city for families to meet and create. Manchester Art Gallery has an aim to fill The Lion’s Den with children’s artwork this summer to celebrate children’s creativity and showcase young talent. Drop into Manchester Art Gallery where its group of artists will be running creative making sessions, using a range of materials and techniques. Each session is different, and no booking is required.
Manchesterartgallery.org
SHREK THE MUSICAL MANCHESTER OPERA HOUSE 1ST TO 12TH AUGUST
Taking the story from the Oscar winning Dreamworks animation, this beloved musical adaptation has had successful stints on Broadway and West-End stages. Join Shrek, Fiona, and Donkey in this fantastic and fun show for all the family.
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POWER UP | SCIENCE AND INDUSTRY MUSEUM | 22ND JULY TO 3RD SEPTEMBER
Exhibiting for the duration of the summer holidays, Power Up is the ultimate gaming experience. From Pong to Pacman, Sonic to Street Fighter, and Mario to Minecraft, the Science and Industry Museum has the very best of video games from the past five decades and over one hundred different consoles. Play solo or against friends and family in multiplayer showdowns, rediscover childhood favourites, and discover Manchester’s indie video game scene.
Scienceandindustrymuseum.org.uk
ENCANTO – IN CONCERT LIVE TO FILM | THE BRIDGEWATER HALL | 1ST AUGUST
Disney’s academy award winning animated film, Encanto, has come to Bridgewater Hall with a live orchestra. The film tells the tale of the magical Madrigal family who are bestowed with magical gifts in childhood, all except Mirabel. Mirabel must learn how to protect her family without a gift but instead with her infectious honesty and self-acceptance. With music and lyrics by Hamilton composer Lin-Manuel Miranda, this family-fun event is not to be missed.
Bridgewater-hall.co.uk
RAINBOW WARRIORS FAMILY YOGA & MINDFUL COLOURING THE MONASTERY | MANCHESTER | 23RD JULY
A fun and uplifting family yoga class for all the family, this mindful event will take you on a magical adventure while teaching you simple techniques to improve physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing. Adult entry costs £5 and children’s tickets cost £2, all children must be accompanied by an adult.
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FUNTOPIA | SPRINGFIELD PARK 1ST AUGUST
Funtopia – the big day out for little kids – combines a whole host of children’s activities including: bouncy castles, soft play, a ball pool, ride ons, giant games, and much more! They even have an autism friendly session in the morning which will contain smaller numbers of children, no music, and sensory games and toys. Children with SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities) and mobility disabilities are also welcome at these sessions.
Eventbrite.co.uk