Mark your diary for the final Stretford Social of the year and get ready for an extra-festive celebration! Expect the usual beloved lineup of local makers, bakers, and community groups, plus special Christmas crafting activities. It’s the perfect chance to soak up the community Christmas spirit and find unique, handcrafted gifts for everyone on your list right in Stretford town centre.
With our friends over at the Public Hall also hosting their Christmas Markets, our Chester Road businesses have got an extra special line up of festive treats to keep you warm and entertained as your bounce between the two sites.
Here's what you can expect:
- Bakehouse32: CHOC BISCOFF YULE LOG and CHRISTMAS WREATH CRONUTS
- HEAD Bar: Mulled Wine
- Kingfisher: Fish and Chip Special for £6.50 (takeaway only)
Staying out in Stretford afterwards? Why not head to HEAD Bar for their Krampus Nacht evening? Expect DJs, interactive games with an appearance from Krampus and more from 8pm.
Head to the Stretford town centre this half term for a spooktacular scavenger hunt! Seek out the hidden letters around the centre, unscramble the puzzle, and you could WIN a £50 Home Bargains bundle!
Oktoberfest is landing in Stretford town centre from Saturday 4th - Sunday 5th October 2025. Dust off your Lederhosen and get ready for the ultimate weekend of Bavarian celebrations, as Stretford’s new Sir Tony Lloyd public square becomes Oktoberfest - featuring an array of delicious beer, street food, drinks and performances from a Bavarian Oompah Band.
Local pop-up bar and events specialists Rainy Heart are opening a brand new Hi-Fi bottle shop, pop-up-bar and event space in Stretford town centre this Friday 3rd October 2025. Located on the newly-restored King Street, the new grassroots arts venue will offer a vibrant space for artistic events, activities and platforming the local talent and voices of the Stretford community.