What's on in Stockport this weekend - Festive markets, Christmas fun day, and more

By Alasdair Perry 5th Dec 2024

There is lots to do in Stockport this weekend (Friday 6th, Saturday 7th, and Sunday 8th December), including festive markets, a Christmas fun day, and more (Image - Alasdair Perry / Stockport Nub News)
There is lots to do in Stockport this weekend (Friday 6th, Saturday 7th, and Sunday 8th December), including festive markets, a Christmas fun day, and more (Image - Alasdair Perry / Stockport Nub News)

What's on Stockport is brought to you by our sponsors: Borough CareDoug BradyEasy Winning LtdHazel Grove OsteopathsIllingworth InghamLynx TaxisSwansway Motor GroupVernon Building Society, and Worker Bee Markets.

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.

Outside the Box Comedy Night | The Garrick Theatre | Fri 6 December | 7pm (doors)

The Outside the Box Comedy Night at Stockport Garrick Theatre returns this Friday (Image - Alasdair Perry / Stockport Nub News)

Outside the Box is hosting a comedy night at the Garrick on Friday 6 December, featuring Dean Coughlin, Dawn Bailey, MC Hammersmith, and MC Lee Peart.

Outside the Box comedians perform in a number of clubs across the UK, with legendary names such as Stephen Merchant, Bill Bailey, Dara O'Briain, Lee Mack, Jimmy Carr, and more all having made appearances for the club. 

This is not the only comedy night at the Garrick, with dates set throughout the year. Each night features four comedians from Outside the Box, including both circuit comics and brand new talent.  

As the club states: "Not only popular for recognisable faces, Outside The Box strives to find the best circuit comics and brand new talent to each and every venue. 

"Every bill is designed specifically for each club and we're proud to be known for having a group of gigs that are not only fun for the audience but also for the comedians who perform."

Find tickets, and read more about the comedians, HERE.

Hazel Grove festive market and fun day | Short Street Square | Sat 7 December | 11am-3pm

Hazel Grove's Worker Bee Market takes place on Short Street / The United Reformed Church on Saturday 7 December (Image supplied)

This is your final chance to pick up festive foodie treats, unique gifts and show-stopping handmade decorations as it's the last Worker Bee Market of 2024.

Join 50+ talented makers and traders in Short St Square, inside and outside the welcoming United Reformed Church.

Enjoy carol singing and meet Santa, alongside our resident DJ playing festive music. Try your hand at some sand art and meet the makers, watch them do their happy dance when you buy from them and know you've bought something perfectly unique for the people you love!

Christmas in the Park | Vernon Park | Sun 8 November | 11am-3pm

A festive fun day takes place in Vernon Park on Sunday 8 December (Image supplied)

Find arts and crafts, live music, food and gift stalls, adventure trails and more at the Vernon in the Park event.

Vernon Cafe will also be open from 11am-4pm for festive food and drinks!

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