Upcoming Events
Join our LGBT+ parent, carer, and family events this October (and beyond)! 🎉 Some activities require booking, while others are drop-in — check each event for details.
From play sessions and creative meet-ups to exciting outings and youth activities, there’s something for every family. Scroll down to see the full schedule and get involved!
For a longer-term overview of events, please click here to access our event calendar.
Bolton: Stay, Chat & Play (Sensory Paint Bags)
⌚ Thursday, November 6th · 1:00–2:30 PM
🌍 Great Lever Children’s Centre, Leonard Street, Bolton, BL3 3AP
🏷️ Category: Bolton Stay, Chat & Play
🎟️ No need to book — just come along!
Using zip lock bags, baby shampoo, and paint — we'll make some sensory paint bags that delight babies and toddlers alike!
🌍 Great Lever Children’s Centre, Leonard Street, Bolton, BL3 3AP
🏷️ Category: Bolton Stay, Chat & Play
🎟️ No need to book — just come along!
Using zip lock bags, baby shampoo, and paint — we'll make some sensory paint bags that delight babies and toddlers alike!
A creative play activity that stimulates touch and colour exploration for little ones. 🖐️🎨
Bolton: Stay, Chat & Play (Jelly Smash!)
⌚ Thursday, November 13th · 1:00–2:30 PM
🌍 Great Lever Children’s Centre, Leonard Street, Bolton, BL3 3AP
🏷️ Category: Bolton Stay, Chat & Play
🎟️ No need to book — just come along!
This week we'll bring in some jelly with toys set inside — can our little ones get them out?!
🌍 Great Lever Children’s Centre, Leonard Street, Bolton, BL3 3AP
🏷️ Category: Bolton Stay, Chat & Play
🎟️ No need to book — just come along!
This week we'll bring in some jelly with toys set inside — can our little ones get them out?!
🧡 A fun, squishy sensory session encouraging fine motor skills and curiosity.
⚠️ Please let us know in advance if your child has any allergies.
👕 You may wish to bring a change of clothing.
⚠️ Please let us know in advance if your child has any allergies.
👕 You may wish to bring a change of clothing.
Bolton: Stay, Chat & Play (Water Play)
⌚ Thursday, November 27th · 1:00–2:30 PM
🌍 Great Lever Children’s Centre, Leonard Street, Bolton, BL3 3AP
🏷️ Category: Bolton Stay, Chat & Play
🎟️ No need to book — just come along!
Parents may wish to bring a change of clothes for their little ones as we enjoy a splashingly fun water play session!
🌍 Great Lever Children’s Centre, Leonard Street, Bolton, BL3 3AP
🏷️ Category: Bolton Stay, Chat & Play
🎟️ No need to book — just come along!
Parents may wish to bring a change of clothes for their little ones as we enjoy a splashingly fun water play session!
💧 Sensory tray fun with water, rubber ducks, and boats.
🧺 Towels will be provided!
A joyful session for little splashers and curious minds alike.
🧺 Towels will be provided!
A joyful session for little splashers and curious minds alike.
Bolton Saturday: Tonge Children's Centre
⌚ Saturday, November 29th · 10:00 AM–12:00 PM
🌍 Tonge Children's Centre, 260 Starkie Road, Bolton, BL2 2EDT
🏷️ Category: Bolton Stay, Chat & Play
🎟️ Booking Required — please RSVP below
Join us at Tonge Children's Centre Stay for a fun morning of play and activities for children of all ages!
🌍 Tonge Children's Centre, 260 Starkie Road, Bolton, BL2 2EDT
🏷️ Category: Bolton Stay, Chat & Play
🎟️ Booking Required — please RSVP below
Join us at Tonge Children's Centre Stay for a fun morning of play and activities for children of all ages!
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No matter where you live, if you can reach Tonge Children's Centre in Bolton on Saturday 29th November, you can join us! We’ll be in the activity room from 10am to midday. The space is full of wonderful toys and crafting materials, and Lizzie will be running some creative activities.
🎨 Fun craft activities led by Lizzie.
🧸 Toys and sensory play for babies and toddlers.
🎲 Card and board games for older children.
🚗 Free on-site parking.
🚌 Buses 507, 541, 533 stop nearby (get off at Stone Street), then 1–2 min walk down Starkie Road.
Great opportunity for parents and carers to meet and catch up while children play in a safe space.
🎨 Fun craft activities led by Lizzie.
🧸 Toys and sensory play for babies and toddlers.
🎲 Card and board games for older children.
🚗 Free on-site parking.
🚌 Buses 507, 541, 533 stop nearby (get off at Stone Street), then 1–2 min walk down Starkie Road.
Great opportunity for parents and carers to meet and catch up while children play in a safe space.
Bolton: Stay, Chat & Play (Autumn Keepsakes)
⌚ Thursday, November 20th · 1:00–2:30 PM
🌍 Great Lever Children’s Centre, Leonard Street, Bolton, BL3 3AP
🏷️ Category: Bolton Stay, Chat & Play
🎟️ No need to book — just come along!
This session we'll make an Autumn-themed family keepsake using your favourite family photo and creative decorations!
🌍 Great Lever Children’s Centre, Leonard Street, Bolton, BL3 3AP
🏷️ Category: Bolton Stay, Chat & Play
🎟️ No need to book — just come along!
This session we'll make an Autumn-themed family keepsake using your favourite family photo and creative decorations!
🍁 Print a favourite photo using the sticker printer and design a lovely family keepsake frame to take home. A creative way to celebrate Autumn together!
Manchester: Stay, Chat & Play (Bonfire Night Craft)
⌚ Monday, November 3rd · 10:30 AM–12:30 PM
🌍 Stretford Public Hall, Chester Rd, Stretford, Manchester M32 0LG
🏷️ Category: MCR Stay, Chat & Play
🎟️ No need to book — come along!
Relaxed stay-and-play with a fun Bonfire Night craft for little hands.
🌍 Stretford Public Hall, Chester Rd, Stretford, Manchester M32 0LG
🏷️ Category: MCR Stay, Chat & Play
🎟️ No need to book — come along!
Relaxed stay-and-play with a fun Bonfire Night craft for little hands.
🎨 Make a firework rocket using card and tissue paper — a hands-on activity for toddlers and preschoolers.
Great opportunity for parents and carers to connect while children explore creative play.
Great opportunity for parents and carers to connect while children explore creative play.
Manchester: Stay, Chat & Play (Sensory Paint Bags)
⌚ Monday, November 17th · 10:30 AM–12:30 PM
🌍 Stretford Public Hall, Chester Rd, Stretford, Manchester M32 0LG
🏷️ Category: MCR Stay, Chat & Play
🎟️ No need to book — come along!
Relaxed stay-and-play with a sensory activity for babies and toddlers.
🌍 Stretford Public Hall, Chester Rd, Stretford, Manchester M32 0LG
🏷️ Category: MCR Stay, Chat & Play
🎟️ No need to book — come along!
Relaxed stay-and-play with a sensory activity for babies and toddlers.
🎨 Make sensory paint bags using zip lock bags, baby shampoo, and paint — perfect for exploring textures safely.
Great opportunity for parents and carers to connect while children enjoy sensory play.
Great opportunity for parents and carers to connect while children enjoy sensory play.
Midweek Meet-Up: Brains, Bogies, and You? (MOSI)
⌚ Friday, November 14th · 10:30 AM–12:30 PM
🌍 Science and Industry Museum, Liverpool Road, Manchester M3 4FP
🏷️ Category: Mid-Week Meet Up
🎟️ Book your spot!
A fun, hands-on exploration of your body inspired by Operation Ouch! Perfect for toddlers and preschoolers.
🌍 Science and Industry Museum, Liverpool Road, Manchester M3 4FP
🏷️ Category: Mid-Week Meet Up
🎟️ Book your spot!
A fun, hands-on exploration of your body inspired by Operation Ouch! Perfect for toddlers and preschoolers.
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🚀 Get ready for a mind-blowing, nose-wrinkling adventure with Operation Ouch!
🧠 Learn fascinating facts about your brain and body.
🤧 Explore gross but fun science experiments like snot explosions!
Ideal for toddlers and preschool-aged children, but parents with babies are welcome too. Science and play combined in a safe, interactive space.
🧠 Learn fascinating facts about your brain and body.
🤧 Explore gross but fun science experiments like snot explosions!
Ideal for toddlers and preschool-aged children, but parents with babies are welcome too. Science and play combined in a safe, interactive space.
Midweek Meet-Up: Manchester Museum
⌚ Friday, November 28th · 10:30 AM–12:30 PM
🌍 Manchester Museum, Oxford Road, Manchester M13 9PL
🏷️ Category: Mid-Week Meet Up
🎟️ Book your spot!
Explore Manchester Museum with Lizzie, from the vivarium to the dinosaurs, with a fun family-friendly session.
🌍 Manchester Museum, Oxford Road, Manchester M13 9PL
🏷️ Category: Mid-Week Meet Up
🎟️ Book your spot!
Explore Manchester Museum with Lizzie, from the vivarium to the dinosaurs, with a fun family-friendly session.
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🦎 Start at the vivarium and wander through the exhibits to see the dinosaurs.
🧺 Bring your own food to enjoy in the picnic area, or buy refreshments at the on-site café.
🚗 Toilets, changing facilities, quiet room, and buggy space available.
🚌 For travel info, see: Manchester Museum Visitor Info
Perfect for families to explore, learn, and enjoy hands-on exhibits together.
🧺 Bring your own food to enjoy in the picnic area, or buy refreshments at the on-site café.
🚗 Toilets, changing facilities, quiet room, and buggy space available.
🚌 For travel info, see: Manchester Museum Visitor Info
Perfect for families to explore, learn, and enjoy hands-on exhibits together.
Youth Group (Projekts MCR Skatepark)
⌚ Saturday, October 11th, 2025 · 1:00–2:30 PM
🌍 Mayfield Park & Projekt Skate, Manchester
🏷️ Category: Youth Group
🎟️ Booking required
A high-energy session for over 8s featuring skating, laughter, and community spirit.
🌍 Mayfield Park & Projekt Skate, Manchester
🏷️ Category: Youth Group
🎟️ Booking required
A high-energy session for over 8s featuring skating, laughter, and community spirit.
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We’ll kick off at 1:00 PM at Mayfield Park for children to let off some steam.
At 1:30 PM, we’ll head over to Projekt Skate for skating fun.
Whether on skateboards or roller skates, beginners or experienced, this event is all about fun, freedom, and pride!
Grab your board or strap on your skates and join us for an amazing afternoon of movement, connection, and celebration.
Monthly Meet-Up: Cheeky Cherubs Halloween Party
⌚ Sunday, October 19th · 1:00–3:00 PM
🌍 Cheeky Cherubs, Urmston
🏷️ Category: Monthly Meet-Up
🎟️ Booking required
Get ready for a fang-tastic Halloween celebration with dancing, spooky treasure hunts, and creative arts and crafts.
🌍 Cheeky Cherubs, Urmston
🏷️ Category: Monthly Meet-Up
🎟️ Booking required
Get ready for a fang-tastic Halloween celebration with dancing, spooky treasure hunts, and creative arts and crafts.
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🎃 Led by Frankenstein Mandy, enjoy spooktacular crafts and activities.
👻 Come dressed in your wildest Halloween costume and join the fun!
A monstrously good time for children and families alike.
👻 Come dressed in your wildest Halloween costume and join the fun!
A monstrously good time for children and families alike.
Saturday Space: Trans & Nonbinary Parents & Carers (December)
⌚ Sunday, December 7th · 1:00–3:00 PM
🌍 Village Hall on Deansgate Mews, Manchester, M3 4EW
🏷️ Category: Saturday Space
🎟️ Book your spot!
A welcoming space for trans & nonbinary parents and carers to meet, relax, and have fun with their children.
🌍 Village Hall on Deansgate Mews, Manchester, M3 4EW
🏷️ Category: Saturday Space
🎟️ Book your spot!
A welcoming space for trans & nonbinary parents and carers to meet, relax, and have fun with their children.
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Any parent or carer whose identity falls under the Trans+ umbrella is welcome.
Join us to meet other trans & nonbinary parents and carers, chill out, and have fun. Partners, spouses, and co-parents are welcome.
Children of all ages are welcome: toys and play for under-5s, drawing materials and board games for older kids. You can also bring your own activities.
Tea/coffee, tables & chairs, toilets, and nappy change facilities provided.
The Village Hall is accessible via lift from both directions. Step-free entry and flat floor throughout. Note: no disabled toilet.
📞 Questions? Contact Lizzie (they/them) at info@proud2bparents.co.uk.
Families Through Adoption Meet-Up: LEGOLAND (November)
⌚ Sunday, November 16th · All day (11:00AM-3:00 PM)
🌍 LEGOLAND Discovery Centre, Trafford Centre, Manchester
🏷️ Category: Families Through Adoption
🎟️ Fully Booked
Join us for an epic adventure filled with creativity and fun, featuring LEGO Ninjago City, Miniland, the awesome LEGO 4D Cinema, and so much more!
🌍 LEGOLAND Discovery Centre, Trafford Centre, Manchester
🏷️ Category: Families Through Adoption
🎟️ Fully Booked
Join us for an epic adventure filled with creativity and fun, featuring LEGO Ninjago City, Miniland, the awesome LEGO 4D Cinema, and so much more!
From the littlest builders to the grown-ups, there’s something for everyone — so get ready for a day of non-stop excitement and unforgettable memories!
⚠️ This event is fully booked. Thank you for your interest!
🧱 Highlights include LEGO Ninjago City, Miniland, the LEGO 4D Cinema, and more!
⚠️ This event is fully booked. Thank you for your interest!
🧱 Highlights include LEGO Ninjago City, Miniland, the LEGO 4D Cinema, and more!
Families Through Adoption Meet-Up at Gulliver’s World (December)
⌚ Saturday, December 6th · 10:00 AM–4:00 PM
🌍 Gulliver’s World, Warrington
🏷️ Category: Families Through Adoption
🎟️ Booking required
Join us for a festive and exciting day out at Gulliver’s World! Children can enjoy rides and attractions before meeting Santa at 2:30 PM and 2:45 PM.
🌍 Gulliver’s World, Warrington
🏷️ Category: Families Through Adoption
🎟️ Booking required
Join us for a festive and exciting day out at Gulliver’s World! Children can enjoy rides and attractions before meeting Santa at 2:30 PM and 2:45 PM.
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🎄 Please bring your own picnic or pick up something warm onsite.
We will do our utmost to move around the theme park together so we can support each other.
Early booking is required due to cost and size of the event. This event is funded by Adoption England.
🚘 By Car: FREE PARKING! Enter WA5 9YZ into your SatNav. From M62: Exit at Junction 8 or 9 and follow brown signs to our door. From M6: Exit at Junction 22 and follow directions to Warrington.
🚆 By Train: Travel to Warrington Central or Warrington Bank Quay stations. From Central, walk to Warrington Bus Station and take bus 17 to the top of our drive (5 min walk to entrance). From Bank Quay, walk to the bus station and continue as above.
🚘 By Car: FREE PARKING! Enter WA5 9YZ into your SatNav. From M62: Exit at Junction 8 or 9 and follow brown signs to our door. From M6: Exit at Junction 22 and follow directions to Warrington.
🚆 By Train: Travel to Warrington Central or Warrington Bank Quay stations. From Central, walk to Warrington Bus Station and take bus 17 to the top of our drive (5 min walk to entrance). From Bank Quay, walk to the bus station and continue as above.
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