Manchester City Council

Parks, leisure and the arts Events at Heaton Park

There's so much to enjoy at Heaton Park. As well as our all-year-round activities, you can also get involved in different events taking place at the Park.

See below for details of upcoming events, and make sure to follow our social media, Facebook and Instagram, for the most up-to-date news.

School holiday activities and events are listed on the Loads to Do site.

October

Bungee Jump with UK Bungee Club

  • Date: 3 and 4 October, 24 and 25 October
  • Description: Our 300ft bungee jump is a special event and happens on selective dates throughout the year and is the highest regular jump you will find anywhere in the UK. As you reach the dizzying height you will have a few seconds to appreciate the stunning scenery of Heaton Park before you take the giant leap off the 300ft platform!

Circus Zyair

SANDS Ribbon Run

  • Date: 10 October
  • Time: 10am

  • Description: Ribbon Run is a multi-distance, Sands fundraising running event which takes place during Baby Loss Awareness Week.

    Ribbon Run is for anyone affected by pregnancy or baby loss. It's for parents, siblings, grandparents and friends. It's for colleagues and health care professionals. It's for those who are always loved and never forgotten.

    Because we all know someone who has been affected by pregnancy or baby loss. Join us at Ribbon Run Manchester and raise money to help us be there for them.

  • Tickets: Ribbon Run

Run Heaton Park

  • Date: 11 October
  • Time: 9.30am to 11am
  • Description: We are excited to announce that the Run Heaton 5k, 10k and Half Marathon series returns for 2026. This year we’ve also added a kids race, making it a fun day out for the family! This large park, in North Manchester and home to a Grade 1 listed neoclassical 18th-century house, is the perfect setting for a fun and exciting day out.

Menopause Peer Support Group Wellbeing Walk

  • Date: 18 October 2026
  • Time: 2pm
  • Description: If you’re experiencing menopause, peri-menopause or post-menopause, or just curious to learn more and connect with others, you’re warmly invited to come and take part in this Wellbeing Walk in Heaton Park. The route will take approximately one hour and is wheelchair accessible.

National Apple Day - Free Apple Crumble Making After School Session

  • Date: 21 October
  • Time: 3pm - 4.30pm
  • Location: The Classroom (Next to Stables Cafe)
  • Cost: Free
  • Description: It's National Apple Day and we are running a free after-school apple crumble making session. No booking is required, simply drop in between 3pm and 4.30pm. Please note, due to the risks of cross contamination, this session is unsuitable for those with food allergies.

Slime Making Workshop

  • Date: 26 October
  • Time: 10.30am - 12pm
  • Location: The Hayloft (In the Stables courtyard)
  • Cost: £1 per participant, pay on the door
  • Description: Come and make some spooky slime to take home! Booking not required. Ages 3+

Stories Around the Camp Fire with The League of Curiosity CIC

  • Date: 27 October
  • Time: Showings at 11am and 2pm
  • Location: The Classroom (Next to Stables Cafe)
  • Cost: £2 per ticket, pay on the door (card only)
  • Description: Embark on a magical journey of captivating storytelling, marvellous live music, and stupendous songs with the League of Curiosity's 'Campfire Tales'. The show lasts for approximately 30 minutes and is suitable for ages 5 years and over.
    Book online via Eventbrite and pay on the door. Please arrive 15 minutes before the show is due to begin.
  • Book Stories Around the Camp Fire at 2pm

Lantern Making

  • Date: 27 October
  • Time: 12pm - 1pm
  • Location: The Classroom (Next to Stables Cafe)
  • Cost: Free
  • Description: Create and decorate your own FREE lantern, ready for the Lantern Parade at Heaton Park free family fireworks event on Saturday the 7th!

Hidden Horrors of Heaton - Introduction to Microscopes

  • Date: 28 October
  • Time: 10.30am - 12.30pm
  • Location: The Classroom (Next to Stables Cafe)
  • Cost: Free
  • Description: Uncover the hidden world of Heaton Park using a microscope! What will you discover? This event is free and no booking is required, simply drop in on the day.

Introduction to Hill Walking with the British Mountaineering Council - Family Session

  • Date: 29 October
  • Time: 10am - 12.30pm
  • Location: Meet outside Stables Cafe at 9.50am
  • Cost: Free
  • Description: Join the British Mountaineering Council for a family friendly introduction to hill walking. The day will include a classroom session and a guided walk around the park. Please bring comfortable walking shoes and waterproofs.

Poppies for the Park 

  • Date: 30 October
  • Time: 10am - 2pm
  • Location: Classroom
  • Cost: Free
  • Description: In honour of Armistice Day, come and make a felt poppy for the Heaton Park poppy display. This event is free and all materials will be provided.