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As the strategic delivery arm for Manchester City Council, Manchester Active lead on implementing the city’s Sport and Physical Activity Strategy, here to inspire Mancunians to move more.

Moonlit Miles is back on 22 October for an evening of running, community and connection at Platt Fields Park.Join hundre...
06/10/2026

Moonlit Miles is back on 22 October for an evening of running, community and connection at Platt Fields Park.

Join hundreds of runners from across Greater Manchester for a 3K illuminated run, hosted by local running clubs and supported by community organisations championing women and girls' safety.

Expect:
✨ A glowing 3K community run
👟 Local run clubs and running communities
🤝 Advice, support and activities
🎶 Music, food and community spirit
Come dressed in your brightest lights and fluorescent gear and help create a visible show of support for women and girls' safety.
📍 Platt Fields Park
📅 Thursday 22 October, 6pm-9pm
🎟 Free to attend

Register now: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/moonlit-miles-tickets-1999695837079?aff=oddtdtcreator

Manchester City Council MCRparks

Just under 300 days to go until the world’s biggest women’s cycling race comes to Manchester! 🚴‍♀️💛Saturday marked 300 d...
05/10/2026

Just under 300 days to go until the world’s biggest women’s cycling race comes to Manchester! 🚴‍♀️💛

Saturday marked 300 days until the Tour de France Femmes avec Zwift Grand Départ, and excitement is building across the city.

From the new Tour-themed cycle stands on Deansgate to more people choosing to cycle every day, the countdown is well underway.

The arrival of the race in 2027 will put Manchester on the global sporting stage once again and inspire more women and girls to get active, get cycling and get involved. Manchester is a 🚴‍♀️

Ready to ride? Discover cycling opportunities in Manchester: 👉 mcractive.com/cycling

Manchester City Council

A day of sport, fun and trying something new is coming to Manchester! 🙌Access Sport’s Disabled Women & Girls Multi-Sport...
02/10/2026

A day of sport, fun and trying something new is coming to Manchester! 🙌

Access Sport’s Disabled Women & Girls Multi-Sport Festival is taking place at the National Cycling Centre on Monday 26 October.

The free festival is for disabled, d/Deaf and/or neurodivergent women and girls aged 5 to 25, and you don’t need a diagnosis to take part.
There’ll be opportunities to try a brilliant range of sports with coaches from local clubs, including BMX, climbing, tennis and football. All abilities are welcome and activities can be adapted to meet the needs of the group.
📅 Monday 26 October
⏰ 10am to 2.30pm
📍 National Cycling Centre, Manchester
🎟️ FREE

Siblings and family friends are welcome too, and parents, carers and family members can spectate or get involved in activities.

Participants must register in advance and be accompanied by a parent, guardian or responsible adult throughout the event.

Register for free at https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfdPY-dc4hWegePUmU3idgzrdWO0s7nad8QF99kvtc2EFt39A/viewform

Manchester City Council Access Sport National Cycling Centre

01/10/2026

Celebrate International Day of Older Persons by making a splash! 🏊

Did you know Manchester residents aged 60+ can swim for FREE at participating pools across the city during designated public swim sessions? And if you're looking for a fun way to stay active, improve your fitness and meet new people, Manchester City Council's subsided Active Aqua sessions offer a range of sessions from just £1.50.

Today's video features four Active Aqua participants sharing what swimming means to them, from staying active and building confidence to enjoying the social side of being in the water.

Whether you're enjoying a free swim or joining an Aqua Aerobics class, it's never too late to get active.

🏊 Free swimming for Manchester residents aged 60+
💙 Active Aqua sessions from just £1.50
🤝 A supportive and welcoming environment for all abilities

Learn more about how we're inspiring Manchester to get active: https://mcractive.com/get-active/

Get your tickets now!The National Cycling Centre will welcome the country’s top emerging and elite riders when we host R...
30/09/2026

Get your tickets now!

The National Cycling Centre will welcome the country’s top emerging and elite riders when we host Round 2 of the Lloyds National Track Series.

Across two days of high-intensity racing, spectators can expect a packed programme with the Men and Women's Madison Omnium National Championships, plus National Series rounds of both Sprint & Keirin where the UK’s most promising talent will battle for vital series points in the final round before the New Year break.

Ticket Prices:
Adults - £10
Children 5 to 17 years - £5
Under 5s - free

Expect a world-class line-up here in Manchester once again!
Find out more or buy tickets at nationalcyclingcentre.com/events

Manchester City Council National Cycling Centre British Cycling

28/09/2026

🚨School Holidays are coming, and eligibility rules have changed!

Manchester City Council is offering thousands of FREE places for children’s activities over the school holidays to children who receive Targeted Free School Meals.

In addition to the activities, each place booked will include a FREE meal during the day.

To find out whether your child is eligible to take part and to book sessions, head to https://mcractive.com/haf/

Manchester City Council

Join us in supporting a true sporting inspiration. 💙On Thursday 1 October, Sir Kevin Sinfield’s 7 in 7: The Grand Finale...
26/09/2026

Join us in supporting a true sporting inspiration. 💙

On Thursday 1 October, Sir Kevin Sinfield’s 7 in 7: The Grand Finale challenge will pass through Avenue Library, which has been selected as an official checkpoint, with Kevin expected to arrive between approximately 2.15pm and 2.40pm.

Kevin’s challenge is raising vital awareness and funds for people affected by Motor Neurone Disease (MND).

We’d love to see the local community come together to give Kevin and his team a huge Manchester welcome. Come along to Avenue Library to cheer him on, or support him along the route.

📍 Find route details: https://www.therhinos.co.uk/the-club/sinfield-grand-finale
💙 Donate to Kevin’s chosen MND charities: Make a donation

Every cheer, clap and donation helps support an incredible cause. Let's show Kevin the very best of Manchester support.

The stage is set for an inspiring evening celebrating women and girls in sport across Greater Manchester. 🐝Here’s to pow...
25/09/2026

The stage is set for an inspiring evening celebrating women and girls in sport across Greater Manchester. 🐝

Here’s to powerful conversations, brilliant role models and a shared commitment to lasting change.

Moonlit Miles is back!✨Join us at Platt Fields Park this October as we bring together runners, run clubs and community o...
25/09/2026

Moonlit Miles is back!✨

Join us at Platt Fields Park this October as we bring together runners, run clubs and community organisations from across Greater Manchester for an evening focused on community, connection and supporting the safety of women and girls.
This year, we’ve moved the event to October to help people access support, practical safety advice and local running communities before the darker nights really set in.

✨ 3km illuminated community run
👟 Meet local running clubs
🤝 Safety advice, support and community organisations
📅 Thursday 22 October, 6pm-9pm
📍 Platt Fields Park

While the event focuses on women and girls’ safety, it is open to everyone. Creating safer spaces is something we all have a role to play in.

Are you part of a running club? We’d love to have you involved. Email [email protected] to find out more.

Register now: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/moonlit-miles-tickets-1999695837079?aff=oddtdtcreator

MCRparks Manchester City Council

❤️ Supporting an older friend or family member to stay active can help them stay independent for longer. The NHS-approve...
25/09/2026

❤️ Supporting an older friend or family member to stay active can help them stay independent for longer.

The NHS-approved KOKU Health app provides personalised strength and balance activities designed to support healthy ageing, helping users:

✅ Improve balance and function
✅ Strengthen muscles and bones
✅ Maintain wellbeing

The platform is designed to be easy to use and includes a range of activities to suit different abilities and preferences.

Available on the App Store and Google Play.

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