The Stretford Socials are back and this time we're teaming up with The Big Draw Festival, the world’s largest celebration of drawing! Join us in Stretford town centre for a fun-filled, free event that showcases how drawing can boost confidence, spark creativity, and improve well-being, communication and engagement.
This year’s theme is ‘Drawing in Motion,’ and we’ll have a programme of free interactive workshops where you can get hands-on with pen, paint, or whatever medium sparks your creativity.
As always, we’ll showcase a fantastic lineup of local makers and bakers, including favourites like Urban Preserver and DLC Gifts. For the first time, Swig Coffee will be joining us, with their van stationed outside of the Chester Road entrance to fuel your creativity with delicious brews.
Get ready for a day filled with art, fun, and community!
DROP IN ACTIVITY
🧑🏼🎨🎨 Stop Motion Animation sessions with @lilythroughalens & @feelweirdstudios. 2 x 40 minute sessions from 2:00 - 2:40 and 3 - 3:40. Suitable for all ages.
📚 A very special book reading by local author Juliette Tomlinson from her new novel "Longford: A Manchester Love Story"
As always, the development team will be on hand for a chat or to answer any development queries you may have. Head to the community corner (outside the Little Green Sock) to speak with a member of the team.
An immersive screening of the iconic British film, Bend It Like Beckham is coming to Stretford town centre as part of Stretford’s Summer of Sport events programme. Taking place on Saturday 14th September from 4PM - late, the screening is being held in collaboration with create events collective Girl Gang Manchester, who have also curated an evening of activities that will run in conjunction with the screening.
The Stretford Socials are back on Saturday 7th September 12-4pm with a 'Back to School' special. Head to the town centre for our usual stellar line-up of local makers, bakers and community groups, as well as free creative activities for families. Bring the Summer holidays to a close and celebrate the return to school in the heart of the town centre.
Join us on Saturday 17th August from 12-4pm for a special FREE table tennis tournament in the heart of Stretford town centre as part of our Summer of Sport events programme. All ages and abilities welcome and equipment will be provided - just bring your competitive edge for a chance to win prizes!