• Mischief Makers!

    The Summer Reading Challenge is back so come and be a Mischief Maker with Manchester Libraries! Join at any library to get your free pack of goodies and collect rewards for reading […]

  • Bee a Reader this summer!

    We're buzzing to have teamed up with Bee in the City this summer. Come into Central Library and start ticking off the super-size and little bees in your trail map.  Join […]

  • Family Fun!

    Performance Space

    Break out the popcorn and join in the fun for these free family film screenings. Lots to enjoy, including free craft sessions. Event dates and film classification below: Thursday 9 […]

  • Junior Jam: Movie Music

    Children's Library

    Free jam-packed music session for children aged 4-8. Help your little ones develop their musical skills in a fun, friendly and accessible way. Presented by creative music charity Brighter Sound […]

  • Fun Palaces

    Performance Space

    'Everyone an Artist, Everyone a Scientist' Come along to the Fun Palace for a day filled with crafts, skills, demonstrations and activities. Listen, watch, take part, share and get inspired! You'll find Fun Palaces across the […]

  • Family Reading Day

    Performance Space

    Join us for a day of fictional fun as popular children’s authors, illustrators and performers bring stories to life. Be sure to pack your imagination, and take an unforgettable journey […]

    £4
  • Dashehra Diwali Mela: Lantern making workshops

    City Library

    Make a fabulous lantern for Dashehra Diwali Mela celebrations at these free family workshops. All those taking part in either workshop will join the main procession onSaturday 20 October, leading […]

  • Dashehra Diwali Mela: Lantern making workshops

    City Library

    Make a fabulous lantern for Dashehra Diwali Mela celebrations at these free family workshops. All those taking part in either workshop will join the main procession onSaturday 20 October, leading […]

  • Science@Central

    Performance Space

    Drop in to Central Library for the day and experience the thrill of science. From doodle pens to getting hands on some of our amazing treasures there will be so […]

  • Ibn Al-Haytham: Mysteries of How We See

    Performance Space

    Celebrate Manchester Science Festival and join 1001 Inventions to discover the world of 11th century Arabian scientist, Ibn Al-Haytham. Watch legendary actor Omar Sharif in an exciting short film, explore […]

  • Ibn Al-Haytham: Mysteries of How We See

    Performance Space

    Celebrate Manchester Science Festival and join 1001 Inventions to discover the world of 11th century Arabian scientist, Ibn Al-Haytham. Watch legendary actor Omar Sharif in an exciting short film, explore […]

  • Junior Jam: Rock ‘n’ Roll Ukuleles

    Children's Library

    Free jam-packed music session for children aged 4-8. Help your little ones develop their musical skills in a fun, friendly and accessible way. Presented by creative music charity Brighter Sound […]