MediaCity’s Screen on the Docks has been extended due to popular demand until the end of September, showing CBeebies and CBBC favourites and sport. Popular outdoor dining concept Kargo on the Docks is hosting its first ever Retro Rewind Silent Disco, as well as a FREE Comedy Night, plus Tai Chi and lunch time Silent Meditation workshops.
The summer holidays might be over, but MediaCity’s jam-packed events programme continues throughout September with a range of family friendly activities and attractions for all age.
The brand-new waterside Screen on the Docks has been extended by popular demand, showing CBBC and CBeebies favourites including the Horrible Histories Movie, Gangster Granny Strikes Again, and BBC Philharmonic’s The Musical Story of the Gingerbread Man, plus popular sports, including the Paralympics, for FREE throughout September.
Families can enjoy the new hang-out space a little longer while enjoying fresh local food and drink from Super Fry Guys, A Few Scoops and the Pimm’s Bar.
At Kargo On The Docks, visitors can enjoy a FREE Comedy Night featuring Ben Hodge and an exciting
lineup of comedians. Visitors can also take part in a range of craft and wellness activities including a
Silent Meditation lunchtime session in the serene setting of MediaCity’s gardens – or groove through
the decades at the first ever Retro Rewind Silent Disco!
At Quayside, families can catch the last of the summer sun at the Kargo.MKT waterside terrace and
enjoy all that Central Bay has to offer including its 20 international kitchens, plus a brand-new
Japanese kitchen, Dora Sushi located within the outside containers by the waterside. And for the little
ones, Kargo.MKTs popular mini disco series returns with Tangled and Disney Princess themed parties
on Saturday mornings.
And that’s not all – theatre fans can enjoy visiting the new Queens: The Exhibition, featuring a display
of all six iconic costumes from the hit show Six the Musical, or take in the most famous working TV
set in the world at the Coronation Street Experience.
MediaCity’s new waterfront hang-out space and big screen has been extended by popular demand.
Screen On The Docks will be showing favourites from CBBC and CBeebies on weekdays at 10.30am,
including the Horrible Histories Movie, Gangster Granny Strikes Again and BBC Philharmonic; The
Musical Story of the Gingerbread Man. Plus, there will also be popular sports shown throughout
September, including the last of the Paralympics.
Visitors can enjoy fish and chips from SuperFry Guys and ice-cream from A Few Scoops while taking in
the last of the summer sun with a Pimm’s in hand.
Popular outdoor dining concept Kargo on the Docks continues to serve up fresh, independent street
food this September from its signature re-imagined shipping containers. Foodies can enjoy street food
from Salford’s favourite traders including Parmogeddon, So Famous, Flock Steak Shop and ThatZiki, as
well as the Honey Butter Ring Hut from Leopard Pie, while taking in a range of local artwork from
Salford-based creatives including Fernandes Makes, Kelly Ma, Caroline Daly and MikeSian Studios.
Music lovers can step back in time and groove through the decades at the Retro Rewind Silent Disco.
With three channels of the greatest hits from the ’70s, ’80s, and ’90s, ticket holders can dance their
way through disco, new wave, and pop classics all night long. Whether you’re a fan of bell-bottoms,
neon leg warmers, or flannel shirts, this is your chance to relive the music that defined an era. Tune
in, switch it up, and get ready to boogie, moonwalk, or grunge out to your favourite throwback jams!
Tickets are £2, available to purchase here.
Kargo on the Docks is hosting a FREE comedy night featuring Ben Hodge and an exciting line-up of
special guests.
Free tickets can be reserved here.
MediaCity professionals and returning students can enjoy a zen lunch break by blocking out the world
with a 30-minute meditation session. Think silent disco vibes, but cool, calm and collected. Choose
from three channels to find the perfect lunch time meditation for you.
Free tickets can be reserved for Thursday here and Friday here.
This is a fun and social paint experience with a party feel for all levels of abilities. Australian artist and
muralist, Yasmin Shima will teach the group to paint their very own masterpiece to take away, with
step-by-step guidance and tips and techniques learned from years of experience. Keeping the party
up will be DJ Benny Blanco.
Tickets are £31.05 and can be booked here.
Language and accent enthusiasts can join Masters trained Voice Coach Rosemary Berkon whose work
includes coaching West End actors, rising star screen actors and associations with prestigious drama
schools to learn the techniques that will bring anyone closer to their own voice and give them the
ability to switch accents.
Free tickets can be reserved here.
Families and kids of all ages can join this fun and relaxing Kid’s Tai Chi session at Kargo on the Docks.
Tai Chi is a gentle form of exercise that promotes physical and mental wellbeing. Children will learn
basic Tai Chi movements in a friendly and supportive environment with Master Chen.
Free tickets can be reserved here, tickets only required for participating children.
Calling all young princes and princesses for a fantastic adventure on the dance floor. Families can enjoy
an enchanting afternoon filled with music, dancing, and magical moments with Rapunzel from Disney’s
beloved film, Tangled! Little ones can get ready to groove to the rhythm of the lanterns with
Rapunzel’s favourite tunes, singing and photo opportunities with the star of the show!
Free tickets can be booked here.
Little ones are invited to choose from three channels to listen to, including Disney classics from A
Whole New World to Do You Want To Build A Snowman and everything in between! Plus, get crafty
with colouring sheets and more!
Free tickets can be reserved here. Tickets required for adults and children, recommended age 3+.
Little ones are invited on the dance floor as Belle takes centre stage, waltzing through the enchanting
melodies inspired by Beauty and the Beast. It’s a tale-filled celebration that promises to create
cherished memories for the entire family.
Free tickets can be booked here.
Combining some of Manchester’s finest award-winning street food vendors, artisan bakers and an
abundance of crafters, Quayside Makers Market returns this September for a weekend of local,
independent shopping.
Now in its thirteenth year, KitPlus Show has established itself as the UK’s trusted regional event
partner – helping build new business relationships and bring industry decision makers together
through a unique and insightful seminar programme and exhibitor booths on the day. With a second
to none reputation through its service to exhibitors, seminar partners and visitors, the show team use
their gained knowledge and extensive experience to continue to build for the future as the shows go
from strength to strength.
Reserve your free space here.
This new exhibition invites you to consider the Troubles through the multiple perspectives of those
affected by the conflict. Visitors can hear from people with a range of differing perspectives and
encounter objects that illuminate their experiences. The voices you hear will emphasise that there is
no single agreed narrative on the conflict for those who lived through it.
More information can be found here. Entry to the museum is free, you don’t need to book.
Curated by The Lowry, this exhibition will be the first of its kind produced with the support of SIX and
its creators Toby Marlow and Lucy Moss. The new exhibition will ask ‘What kind of Queen are you?’
and will start with a celebration of the hit musical SIX, including for the first time in this country a
display of all SIX iconic costumes from the show.
The exhibition is free, timed entry slots can be booked here.
Soap lovers can dive into the most famous working TV set in the world! With the weather turning
sunny and beautiful, now is the perfect time to explore all that the Coronation Street Experience has
to offer. Visitors can join expert-guided tours, stroll down the cobbles and enjoy the warm weather
while immersing in the world of Coronation Street.
Tickets can be booked here.
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