What's on in Stockport - 30 June - 6 July - Stockport Moves, Gatfest, and more
By Alasdair Perry
29th Jun 2023 | Local News
Stockport is set for a whole host of varied events over the next seven days.
Residents are spoiled for choice between Gatfest's 100 year anniversary and Stockport Moves, both on Sunday 2 July.
If that wasn't enough, there is street food, theatre and more to choose from too over the next few days.
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Foodie Friday | Market Place, Stockport town centre | Friday 30 June | 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 June.
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!
Find a list of traders and more information HERE.
The Factory | The Garrick Theatre | Friday 30 June - Saturday 1 July | 7.30pm
In the mood for some intriguing dystopian theatre?
The Factory will run at the Garrick on Friday 30 June and Saturday 1 July, from 7.30pm.
A description for this event reads: "If you're stuck in a dream, your only way out is finding your own among millions. But beware, an authoritarian regime has taken over and won't make it easy. Avoid the 15th floor and institutions. You don't want to find out what will happen If your dream isn't found in your allotted time.
"Stockport Garrick Youth take to our main stage for the final time this season, the perfect way for them to showcase their talents and show off all the skills they've learnt over the year."
Find tickets and more details HERE.
Studio 54 - 70s and 80s disco | Bredbury Hall Hotel | Saturday 1 July | 8pm
Looking to dance all night long to the sounds of the 70s and 80s? This Studio 54 themed event at the Bredbury Hall Hotel should have what you are looking for.
Book soon, as tickets are not available on the door and only a few early-bird spots are still available. Book tickets HERE.
The event runs from 8pm on Saturday 1 July to 2am the following Sunday. Visitors must be over 18.
A description for this event reads: "It's time to dig out your avant-garde glitz and get your sexy silhouettes at the ready. The 70s and 80s tunes are returning once again to the club at Bredbury Hall.
"Get on down to one of the greatest genres of all time - Disco. DJ Bernie is guaranteed to keep you on the dancefloor all night long."
Gatfest | Foxland Road / Gatley Hill | Sunday 2 July | 12pm
A 'bigger than ever' Gatley Festival, or 'Gatfest', will be held for the 100th time on Sunday 2 July.
The festival, as usual, will feature a parade, as well as a 'festival field' with a variety of stalls and events running from 12.45-6pm.
The parade this year will include classic cars, dance performers, a pipers' band, and local groups and schools.
Meanwhile, the festival field on Gatley Hill will host live music, food and drinks stalls (including a bar), crafts, donkeys and owls, fairground rides, inflatables, and more.
Visitors will use the event programmes as their tickets. These can be bought for £2.50 in advance from local businesses (The Horse and Farrier, Jackson O'Malley, Wagtails, Bibita, Love Beauty, The Prince of Wales, Village Domestics), or on the day.
The festival begins with the parade, which starts from a The Kingsway School from approximately 12pm.
The parade will continue along Foxland Road on to Springfield Road, Gatley Road then on to Church Road. It will finish by the Tesco near Gatley Hill at 12.45pm.
Find more information, including a lineup of every stall, act and business involved with the festival, on the Gatfest website HERE.
Stockport Moves | St Peter's Square, Stockport Town Centre | Sunday 2 July | 10am
Races, stunts, stalls, and more are in store for the 'Stockport Moves' event on 2 July, taking place at St Peter's Square in the town centre.
Plans for this 'flagship' Town of Culture event have recently been outlined by Stockport Council, featuring a whole host of activities aimed at 'celebrating the joy of moving'.
The Stockport Mile kicks off proceedings, where any participant can run, jog, or walk their way to a medal. This inter-generational race is also accessible and open to wheelchairs, adapted trikes and buggies, allowing everyone to feel what it's like to cross the finish line.
The Race the Town event will also take place. This one mile run is invitation-only for top athletes from across Greater Manchester, but is nonetheless a fantastic opportunity to watch top performers.
Meanwhile, those in the mood for different thrills can catch the heart-stopping, half-pipe stunt displays by trails bike champion Danny Butler and his team in the 'Extreme Mountain Bike Show'.
More cycling activities are available with the dedicated children's circuits from British Cycling, and various bikes to try out on traffic-free routes.
A plethora of other sports and fitness exercises will also be on offer throughout the day, including football, racquet sports and more.
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