Events in Urmston From 30th March – 5th April 2026

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You can find a range of events across Urmston this week, from morning community activities to evening gatherings reflecting local tradition and current culture. Regular children’s sessions take place at Urmston Community Centre and Flixton Methodist Church Hall, where kids join craft projects or storytelling. Creative workshops, such as macaron decorating at the Eden Square café and painting classes led by members of the Urmston Art Society, are scheduled Tuesday through Saturday mornings. Music lovers can attend a local ensemble performance at Bridgewater Hall on Thursday evening, while Friday features an open-mic night co-hosted with the Greater Manchester Poetry Collective.

Other events support wider civic themes: a sound bath meditation event takes place at Urmston Leisure Centre on Wednesday afternoon, backed by the town’s wellbeing initiative. On Saturday, there's a free stand-up evening curated by the Northern Comedy Forum, featuring performers from regional spots like Old Trafford and Altrincham Town Hall.

Northern Trains serve Urmston Railway Station daily, linking to Manchester Piccadilly; event timing aligns with commuter patterns. Be aware that roadworks continue at M60 Junction 10, which may affect travel during weekday mornings. Parking near Flixton Golf Club and in Eden Square remains limited on weekends, those visiting evenings should consider public transport or the town’s car-sharing schemes.

Check listings below for exact times and venue details across this week-long programme.

Monday 30th March

Squiggles & Giggles Playgroup Leigh

· Taylor Wimpey Pennington Wharf phase 6 · Family & Kids

Easter-themed playgroup with activities and fun for children at Pennington Wharf.

By Storm

· Nightlife & Music

DJ set by Now Wave at YES Pink Room on 30th March 2026.

The World Class Wrecking Crew

· Nightlife & Music

A comedy-drama about graffiti, fatherhood, and artistry unfolds over one Friday night at The Carlton Club Manchester.

Comedy @ The Garden Mon 30th March 2026

· Nightlife & Music

Comedians Tony Vino, Nina Gilligan, and Christian Reilly perform live at The Garden in Chorlton.

Tuesday 31st March

Play And Weigh

· Family & Kids

Free play and development sessions for children up to five, with Health Visitor support.

Baby Play

· Family & Kids

A free play session for babies and toddlers aged 0–12 months at Medlock Vale Children's Centre.

Elite Speed Dating - Alderley Edge - Ages 25-45

· Nightlife & Music

An elite speed dating event for professionals aged 25 to 45, featuring champagne, at The Bubble Room in Alderley Edge.

Wednesday 1st April

Parent Forum Group

· Family & Kids

A community meeting at Spring Meadows Children's Centre for parents to connect and access resources.

Family Sound Bath in Egerton - Kids go Free

· Family & Kids

A sound bath experience for parents and children aged 8+ at Walmsley Parish Community Hall, with kids attending free.

4 da Culture Concert

· Nightlife & Music

Live music and DJ sets feature at the 4 Da Culture concert in Manchester.

Understanding And Working With The Education System (South Manchester)

· Family & Kids

Parents and carers attend a session on SEND and neurodiversity in primary education at Crossacres Family Hub.

Nhs Flu Drop in

· Food & Drink

NHS flu vaccination drop-in clinics available for 2 and 3 year olds at Beever Family Hub with no appointment required.

Bounce & Rhyme at Failsworth Library

· Family & Kids

Children participate in playful rhymes, songs, and sensory activities at Failsworth Library.

Family Walk - Daisy Nook

· Fitness & Outdoors

A family-friendly walking event at Daisy Nook Country Park with coffee and community, welcoming children.

Discovering Morricone

· Nightlife & Music

A live concert performance celebrating the film music of Ennio Morricone at Stoller Hall.

Overlaughed - Free Stand up Comedy

· Nightlife & Music

A free stand-up comedy night featuring a diverse lineup of Manchester's top comedians at OverDraught.

Laugh Therapy || Creatures Comedy Club

· Nightlife & Music

A New York-style comedy club hosts 15+ shows weekly in Manchester.

Thursday 2nd April

Matilda The Musical

· Palace Theatre Manchester · Culture & Arts

Matilda the Musical returns to Manchester's Palace Theatre in celebration of its 15th anniversary.

Owt on Stage

· Nightlife & Music

Manchester's free daytime open-stage event welcomes performers and audiences at Band on the Wall.

Just The Tonic Comedy Club Special With Paul Foot - Manchester

· Nightlife & Music

Comedian Paul Foot performs a stand-up comedy special at The Bowdon Rooms in Manchester.

Baby Clinic

· Family & Kids

Parents can attend free clinics at Lees Library to have their babies weighed, checked, and receive health advice.

Russell Howard - Don't Tell The Algorithm

· Nightlife & Music

Comedian Russell Howard performs his new stand-up tour, Don't Tell The Algorithm, at Manchester's Opera House.

Murder, She Didn’t Write

· Lowry · Culture & Arts

A theatrical performance titled 'Murder, She Didn't Write' is staged at Quays Theatre, Lowry.

Alasdair Beckett-king: King of Crumbs

· Nightlife & Music

Comedian Alasdair Beckett-King performs his new stand-up show 'King of Crumbs' at HOME Manchester.

Cowies Funfairs Presents Rochdale Family Fun Park

· Family & Kids

Cowie's Funfairs hosts Rochdale Family Fun Park with rides, food, and attractions for families.

Tom a. Smith

· Nightlife & Music

Comedian Tom A. Smith performs his new stand-up show at The Deaf Institute in Manchester.

Speed Dating - Warrington - Ages 50-65

· Nightlife & Music

A speed dating event for singles aged 50–65 at The Grand Bar in Warrington.

Cupra Live Studio: Roukaya b - Debut ep Launch Event

· Nightlife & Music

Roukaya B launches her debut EP 'ContROUversy' with an exclusive listening session and Q&A at Cupra City Garage.

Thursday Night Comedy || Creatures Comedy Club

· Nightlife & Music

A New York-style intimate comedy club with a Mancunian twist hosts stand-up performances every Thursday in Manchester.

Swimming Paul

· Nightlife & Music

Swimming Paul performs live at Manchester Gorilla.

Friday 3rd April

The Loft: Truly Madly (All Night Long)

· Nightlife & Music

A full-night DJ set by the Mindhelmet boss at The Loft MCR.

Tropiloco Thursdays - Manchester - The Student Partner of vk

· Nightlife & Music

Tropiloco Thursdays returns at Factory Manchester as the official student partner of Vk.

Easter Macaron Decorating Workshop

· Food & Drink

A beginner-friendly Easter-themed workshop at The English Rose Bakery for decorating macarons.

Family Paint & Sip - The Barking Dog

· The Barking Dog · Family & Kids

Families join together for a guided painting session with wine at The Barking Dog.

Byron Messiah Live in Manchester

· Nightlife & Music

Byron Messiah performs a live music event at Bee Noir Manchester on 3rd April 2026.

Friday Night De-lights! a Touch of (Pinot) Noir (4 Wines)

· Food & Drink

A wine tasting event featuring four pinot noir wines at La Fromagerie Urmston.

Ska Night - With 8 Piece Ska Band The Rude Boyz

· Nightlife & Music

A lively ska night features 8-piece band The Rude Boys performing ska, reggae, and 2 tone classics.

The Billy Joel Songbook

· Nightlife & Music

A live concert performance of Billy Joel's greatest hits at Bridgewater Hall.

Martin Kemp: The Ultimate Back to The 80's dj Set

· Nightlife & Music

DJ Martin Kemp performs a retro 1980s-themed set at O2 Ritz Manchester.

Rnb, Hip Hop + Afrobeats 'Til Late

· Nightlife & Music

A live R&B, Hip Hop, and Afrobeats night featuring Manchester's top artists performing classics and new hits.

Clara la San

· Nightlife & Music

Clara La San performs a live music set at Manchester Academy on 3 April 2026.

Martin Kemp Live dj Set - Back to The 80's - Manchester!

· Nightlife & Music

Martin Kemp performs a live DJ set celebrating 80s music at O2 Ritz in Manchester.

Friday Night Showcase|| Creatures Comedy Club

· Nightlife & Music

Creatures Comedy Club hosts its Friday Night Showcase with multiple stand-up acts in Manchester.

Hooked x Konkrete Presents Phibes

· Nightlife & Music

Phibes Weekender features a double-header event in Manchester and Nottingham by Hooked and Konkrete.

Funky Friday!

· Nightlife & Music

Funky Friday returns weekly at The Manchester Lounge with a throwback dance party featuring retro hits.

Saturday 4th April

Love International x The Loft: Palms Trax & Dave Harvey

· Nightlife & Music

Palms Trax and Dave Harvey perform a Love International-themed DJ set at The Loft in Manchester.

Northern Vegan Festival (Manchester) 2026

· Food & Drink

The Northern Vegan Festival 2026 returns to Sugden Sports Centre with plant-based street food and ethical brands.

Darwen Comedy Club April 2026

· Didsbury Comedy Club · Nightlife & Music

Comedian Paul Tonkinson headlines Darwen Comedy Club in April 2026 alongside Liam Farrelly.

Live Music Saturdays

· Nightlife & Music

Live music performances every Saturday night at The Old Bank on Yorkshire Street.

Foo Fighterz Live

· Nightlife & Music

A tribute band performs Foo Fighters hits live at Whittles@Tokyo in Oldham.

Urmston Artisan Market

· Golden Hill Park · Shopping & Markets

Urmston Artisan Market features handcrafted goods from local traders in a seasonal pop-up at Golden Hill Car Park.

5 Seconds of Summer - Bite The Apple Upgrade

· Nightlife & Music

5 Seconds of Summer perform a special upgrade show at Co-op Live.

K.i.m.e - Key Stage 2 Listening Party

· Nightlife & Music

Rapper K.I.M.E. hosts a live listening party for his new project 'Key Stage 2' at La Gitane in Manchester.

Manchester Got Soul: Live Music And Djs Til Late

· Nightlife & Music

Live music and DJs perform across two floors at The Blues Kitchen from 8pm to 3am.

Snug Live Sessions W/finding Gaz + The Tremolo Hearts

· Nightlife & Music

Finding Gaz releases his EP at The Snug Coffee House with live performances by The Tremolo Hearts.

Embryo Store Launch : Dalibor Cruz

· Nightlife & Music

Cafe Blah hosts the UK launch of Embryo Store with a rare Black Lodge performance by Dalibor Cruz and noise electronics artists.

A Tribute to Jillys Rockworld

· Nightlife & Music

A rock tribute band performs iconic songs at the O2 Ritz in Manchester.

Sunday 5th April

Tujhe Dekha - Celebrating Timeless Love - Manchester **

· Nightlife & Music

A live musical tribute to iconic Bollywood love songs with choreography and hits at Stoller Hall.

Easter Sunday - The Originals

· Nightlife & Music

The Originals band performs live at Whittles@Tokyo in Oldham on Easter Sunday, 5th April.

Back by Dope Demand "The Warehouse Rave"

· Nightlife & Music

A dance music event featuring live DJ sets at O2 Victoria Warehouse in Manchester.

Girls of The Internet Soundsystem

· Nightlife & Music

Girls of the Internet Soundsystem perform a live DJ set at The Deaf Institute in Manchester for Easter Sunday.

Roni Size: Bank Holiday Special

· Nightlife & Music

DJ Roni Size performs a special drum and bass set at The Blues Kitchen club room during the April Bank Holiday.