School holiday activities and events are listed on the Loads to Do site
Confirmed events for 2025
Valentines Fun Fair: Saturday and Sunday 1, 2, 8 and 9 March
Enjoy all the fun of the fair this February and March with rides for all levels of thrill seekers!
This year, for the first time, Carousel Funfairs are celebrating International Women's Day on 8 March. Ladies can receive an amazing Women's Day treat, with two for one wristbands available when you buy them together. Open 12 noon to 5pm.
International Women's Day: 8 March
We're celebrating all things women and girls this year, including free Mama Amazing taster sessions, Mindful Art journaling, forest bathing, and more. Charges apply for some sessions.
Find out more or book an event at the Heaton Park Eventbrite page
The Ultraloop: Saturday 22 March
Join us at the Ultraloop, an inclusive and flexible running event with no distance limit. You're encouraged to run as many loops as you can within the 8-hour time limit. The mixed-terrain course combines roads and trails around a 5km loop. No matter how many loops you run, you receive a finishing time and medal.
Book your spot at The Ultra Loop
Run Heaton Park: Sunday 30 March
RunThrough are back with their popular 5K,10K, and half marathon and junior races.
Register to run at Heaton Park
Run Heaton Park: Women's Special Sunday 20 April
RunThrough are back again in April. This time, they're joining the celebration of Women and Girls for the first time at Heaton Park. RunThrough are bringing their Women's Series running event, to empower women to be the best they can be.
For more information, visit Women's Run Series Manchester
Easter Family Funfair: Friday 4 April to Monday 21 April
The biggest Easter Family Funfair is back at Heaton Park. With great family deals and attractions for all ages, there's something for everyone to enjoy. Keep an eye on Heaton Park's Facebook page or Instagram accounts for the latest updates.
Visit from the Stork 5k Walk and Pram Push: Sunday 27 April
This family friendly, accessible organised walk helps raise awareness and funds for the 10 for 10 campaign. There will be a warm up before the walk at 11am. You'll then take the 5K route with others. At the finish line, you'll receive a goodie bag and have the opportunity to rest, or join the 'bring your own picnic' to support the Visit from the Stork.
For more information, go to the Visit from the Stork events page
One Walk MCR for Type 1 Diabetes: Sunday 27 April
Sign up to a One Walk Heaton Park to celebrate your local T1D community. We will come together to have fun and raise awareness for Type 1 Diabetes. Every step taken and every pound raised directly supports Breakthrough T1D. This funds our life-changing research for everyone living with T1D.
ParkLife Festival: Friday 13, Saturday 14, and Sunday 15 June
This year, Parklife will be over three days long, including the Friday Night gig.
Book tickets for Catfish and the Bottlemen
Book tickets for Parklife Festival
If you're a resident seeking more information, visit the residents hub at Parklife 2025