Stretford town centre light switch on | Saturday 15th November
Get ready, Stretford! This year, we're making history with our very first town centre Christmas Light Switch-On event!
A Block Party | Rainy Heart & Elody | Saturday 30th August 2-11pm
Rainy Heart is teaming up with Stretford-based hi-fi soundsystem collective Elody and Stretford town centre, for A Block Party, an all-day dance event on 30th August 2025, from 2-11pm.
Taking place at a location in Stretford, A Block Party invites people from across the community to come together for a one-of-a-kind celebration of music, creativity and togetherness. Expect an all-day dance party in true Rainy Heart and Elody fashion, complete with art, a killer hifi soundsystem and music to match.
Those familiar with an Elody or Rainy Heart party know the drill: no lineup details, music for dancing and creative expression. The exact location of the A Block Party will be revealed to ticket holders closer to the event.
Rainy Heart and Elody are Manchester based party starters and friends, dedicated to creating one-of-a-kind experiences for music lovers. Founded in Stretford, Rainy Heart have run several highly successful events across Stretford including ‘A Repeat Prescription’ in a former Boots unit and featuring DJs of note such as Luke Una, James Holroyd, Mr Scruff and Bradley Zero. Also based in Stretford, Elody are a hi-fi sound system collective focused on providing music for dancing, and parties for everyone.
Theo, Co-Founder of Elody said:
“A Block Party will be a celebration of how music can facilitate belonging, connect shared experiences, and build community. We’re thrilled to be teaming up with Rainy Heart once again and to be hosting a party in Stretford. Expect great music, plenty of dancing and lots of creative energy. See you there!”
To party all day with Rainy Heart and Elody, book your tickets here.
Half Term Halloween Trail in Stretford town centre | 25th October - 2nd November
Head to the Stretford town centre this half term for a spooktacular scavenger hunt! Seek out the hidden letters around the centre, unscramble the puzzle, and you could WIN a £50 Home Bargains bundle!
Oktoberfest takes over Stretford town centre
Oktoberfest is landing in Stretford town centre from Saturday 4th - Sunday 5th October 2025. Dust off your Lederhosen and get ready for the ultimate weekend of Bavarian celebrations, as Stretford’s new Sir Tony Lloyd public square becomes Oktoberfest - featuring an array of delicious beer, street food, drinks and performances from a Bavarian Oompah Band.