Free Art Workshop for Young Creatives
Join us for a free art workshop led by Education2Realisation on Saturday 5th July, 11am–2.3pm in the former Stitched Up unit. Open to children and young people aged 18 and under, the session will be a chance to get creative, learn new techniques, and produce artwork that can be entered into this year’s Carol P Duhaney Art Competition.
All materials are provided, and no experience is necessary. This is a fantastic opportunity to get involved in a community celebration of creativity, with winning entries displayed locally and celebrated at an award ceremony at Flixton House in September.
Don't forget that we also host the Trafford Food Bank donations table (just in front of Uplift) - the team would massively appreciate any donations. British Heart Foundation will also be hosting their vintage pop-up in the former Calm Connections unit - be sure to check it out and grab some bargains.
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.
Rainy Heart is teaming up with Stretford-based hi-fi soundsystem collective Elody, for A Block Party, an all-day dance event on 30th August 2025, from 2-11pm.