What's on in Stockport this weekend - Stockport Pride, market, dog show, and more
What's on Stockport is brought to you by our events sponsor Worker Bee Markets, Turmeric Twist and Waterside Hotel & Leisure Club.
There are lots of events going on in and around Stockport this weekend.
Find a small selection of some of the things to do below.
Got an event planned yourself? Submit it HERE.
Foodie Friday | Market Place | Fri 30 May | 6-9pm
It's that time of the month again!
Market Place in Stockport town centre will host a myriad of street food traders in this much-loved event in the Stockport calendar.
Proceedings will run from 6-9pm on Friday 30 May.
A description for this event reads: "Foodie Friday is a truly unique social event for Stockport town centre, creating a continental-style, street cafe culture which appeals to all ages, and gives families a relaxed and enjoyable night out with their children."
If the prospect of all those traders peddling delicious cuisine from around the world isn't enough, then there will also be live music!
Goofus Theatre | Stockport Air Raid Shelters | Fri 30 - Sat 31 May
Join the fantastical Goofus Theatre in the amazing Stockport Air Raid shelters for magical encounters and tales for all, told with puppetry, play and mayhem.
Come and meet the transformed Mr Drake, hatter extraordinaire and be told his unbelievable story, venture with our ancestors on a nomadic quest through time with shadow imagery and witness the magical tale of The Glass Umbrella and the strange Blue Caps who dwell underground.
Wigan based Goofus Theatre bring their blend of puppetry, story, images, music and mayhem to Stockport for all to enjoy!
Find times and more information here.
Worker Bee Market and dog show | Broadstone Mill, Reddish | Sat 31 May | 11am-3pm
Saturday 31 May will see the welcome return of Worker Bee Markets to Broadstone Mill, Reddish - but with a special twist this time.
As well as the usual array of quality local traders and makers, this month's market will also feature a dog show run by Makants Greyhound Rescue Charity, from 11am-3pm.
There'll be lots of different categories you can enter your pooch into, as well as a Best In Show final category where one dog will win the ultimate accolade and a special prize which includes a bespoke photoshoot donated by local doggy photographer Waggly Tales and a box of doggy brownies from Wilmslow baker, Jake's Bakes.
Bring your fur baby or just come along to watch and cheer on your favourites.
Classes include prettiest girl, most handsome boy, best rescue, golden oldie, best sight hound, dog the judge would most like to take home, most appealing eyes and dog that looks most like their owner.
Entry (on the day) is £2 per dog per category and there are rosettes and prizes in all classes.
You can also browse more than 50 stalls of handmade gifts, crafts, home and garden inspiration as well as foodie treats and a choice of tasty street food including burgers, hot dogs and roast post rolls as well as tasty Asian hot snacks. Enjoy a freshly brewed coffee and fresh bakery too.
Free parking, free entry and the Shopping Outlet is open too for even more shopping!
Stockport Pride | Stockport town centre | Sun 1 June
Stockport Pride is set for a return to the town centre on Sunday 1 June, with stalls, music, a parade, and more.
The aim of the event is to celebrate equality, diversity, and inclusion of the LGBTQ+ community in the borough.
Proceedings will focus around the town centre, and will run throughout the day
In Market Place, for instance, there will be a range of stalls hosting local charities, community groups, clothing, crafts, food, drink, and more.
The parade, perhaps the focal point of the event, will assemble in the Underbanks just outside Robinsons Brewery.
Find tickets and / or more information here.
Sunday Special (Indian food) | Turmeric Twist | Sun 1 June
Catch a unique Sunday Specials menu at Turmeric Twist.
As well as the usual favourites on their classic menu, you can also choose from a mouth-watering specials menu.
Visit the Turmeric Twist website here.
Customers can book online or over the phone on 0161 440 9464.
The restaurant can also accommodate walk-ins, but it always helps to pre-book!
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