Stretford town centre light switch on | Saturday 15th November
Get ready, Stretford! This year, we're making history with our very first town centre Christmas Light Switch-On event!
Stretford Socials X Rooting for Stretford | Saturday 3rd May 11-3pm
The Stretford Socials are back this Saturday 3rd May 11-3pm, and this time, we’re Rooting for Stretford!
Rooting for Stretford is a big high-five to our town and all the brilliant things happening here. This Saturday we will be championing Stretford's future, celebrating the people, places and everyday moments that make it one-of-a-kind.
Highlights of the day include…
Rhubarb seed planting workshops in the Calm Connections unit, ready to be planted and nurtured in the Victoria Park polytunnel this Spring.
Sign up for exclusive tour of the King Street developments in the coming weeks for an exciting sneak-preview of the town centre’s future high street
A Crafts Corner in the Calm Connections unit, complete with root veggie pine cones, paints, felt and hands-on fun for all ages
Rhubarb Beers and Margaritas from Longford Tap and Bakehouse32
Rhubarb blondies, matcha, cakes and custard from SWIG, local trader Beattie’s Bakery, coffee shop Gigi’s and St Matthew’s Church
‘Stretford Beef’ jams and chutneys from local trader Urban Preserver
An Oxfam charity raffle and Springtime blooms stall from the team at Stretford in Bloom - they will also have Rhubarb for sale
Rhubarb scented candles from local homeware trader Debz de Lite
Cocktail inspired ice cream and sorbets from A Few Scoops ice cream
Opportunities to learn more about ‘Rooting For Stretford’ and ways to get involved in the Calm Connections unit in Stretford Mall.
Half Term Halloween Trail in Stretford town centre | 25th October - 2nd November
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 takes over Stretford town centre
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.