Things to Do in Manchester This Weekend with Kids

Explore Jewish history and culture in a beautifully restored 1874 synagogue with modern galleries, a vegetarian café, and family-friendly activities for all ages.

Explore a magnificent Tudor manor house set in 70 acres of parkland, featuring historic exhibitions, interactive trails, and family-friendly events.

Explore one of the North West's oldest and best-preserved manor houses, set on the edge of the West Pennine Moors with centuries of history to discover.

Experience mind-bending optical illusions and interactive exhibits where reality twists and perspectives shift in captivating ways.

Explore historic transport vehicles and railway heritage in a beautifully restored 1848 warehouse across from the East Lancashire Railway.

Explore a beautifully restored 22-acre Victorian park featuring a children's playground, ornamental gardens, riverside walks, and abundant wildlife in Bolton's town centre.

Explore this historic Victorian park featuring children's play areas, sports facilities, and a lakeside setting perfect for families.

Explore sprawling countryside with scenic trails, open spaces perfect for families, and dog-friendly grounds ideal for outdoor adventures.

Experience thrilling outdoor adventures in the treetops and forest floor with zip lines, high ropes courses, and ground-based activities for ages 10+.

Scale indoor climbing walls with expert instruction at Manchester's premier bouldering and rope climbing center, featuring classes for all ages and abilities.

Climb colorful walls, conquer high ropes challenges, and explore soft play areas designed for all ages and abilities in this family-friendly adventure centre.

Interact with friendly pugs while enjoying treats and playtime in a welcoming indoor space designed for families and dog lovers.

Explore age-zoned soft play areas and enjoy premium café treats in this parent-friendly Manchester venue designed for confident family visits.

Explore 40 hectares of woodland, meadows and waterways perfect for walking, wildlife spotting, fishing and family picnics.

Explore over 300 acres of rolling countryside with inclusive play areas, nature trails, and panoramic views across Lancashire.

Explore stunning horticultural displays and themed gardens designed to inspire gardeners of all levels and families seeking outdoor learning and recreation.

Visit a community farm home to alpacas, ponies, donkeys and other animals, with sensory gardens and riverside walks perfect for families.

Experience thrilling zip-lining and outdoor adventures designed for families and groups in Manchester.

Experience thrilling outdoor paintball combat across six immersive game zones including a 100ft Berlin Wall, Wild West saloon, and haunted graveyard.

Challenge yourself to action-packed adventure golf across two dinosaur-themed 18-hole courses perfect for families, dates, and groups of all ages.