Residents of Stockport borough are spoiled for choice when it comes to things to do this weekend.

Running throughout the entire weekend will be the Town of Culture weekender. Expect a wealth of free events, from talks to parades, walking trails to live music, and everything in between.

Further still, Spotlight on Reddish - 30 special events spanning two weeks - kicks off on 23 March also.

And, if that isn't enough, a range of other events will continue to take place across the borough.

From Thursday to Saturday, Stopfordians have their last chance to catch two pieces of local culture - an exhibition at Mura Ma Art Space, and a showing of Things I Know to be True at The Garrick Theatre. Both end their runs on Saturday 23rd.

Sunday will be similarly busy. On the one hand you can catch Rave Cadets at Bask, a family-friendly rave for youngsters; or, if you're looking for something a bit more low-key, you can catch the Rare Finds flea market at The Space in Stockport town centre.

Town of Culture Weekender | Various town centre locations | Sat 23 - Sun 24 March

The Town of Culture Weekender event will feature more than 50 shows, performances and activities, and will take place from 23-24 March (Images via Echo PR)

Stockport's tenure as Greater Manchester Town of Culture ends this year. But, rest assured, it will go out with a bang - a bang shaped like a weekend celebration featuring 50 different events.

The Town of Culture Weekender festival takes place from 23-24 March, and is described as "a fun-packed weekend of free cultural festivities and free access to must-visit venues".

Music, family activities, and shows will take place at 25 different locations across the town centre, including the rooftop park at the interchange, which will have opened by that date.  

A lineup of events has now been officially announced. Similar to the Spectacular Sunday event in November last year, visitors can expect a range of carnival-esque shows, such as a parade of giant animal puppets, or a grandpa comedy duo.  

Read more HERE.

Spotlight on Reddish | Locations throughout Reddish | Sat 23 March

From 23 March to 7 April, Reddish will host two weeks of special events as part of 'Spotlight on Reddish' (Image - Pete Adamson)

Reddish will soon celebrate a special two-week period featuring no less than 30 events, almost all of which will be free. 

"Spotlight on Reddish" will take place from Sunday 24 March to Sunday April 7, and will feature a huge range of events, from live music to community markets.

You can find a full list of events - plus details of time and location - HERE. 

'Holding Up' exhibition | Mura Ma Art Space | Ends Sat 23 March

The Holding Up exhibition will conclude on Saturday 23 March (Image - Mura Ma)

An exhibition of artworks by three artists, Fiona Moate, Naqsh Raj and Vic Wright at Mura Ma Art Space is running until Saturday 23 March.

Titled, 'Holding Up' the exhibition draws together artists devoted to process, place and form and have each developed their own visual language in their art-making, be it painting or sculpture.

Find more information HERE.

Things I Know to be True | Stockport Garrick Theatre | Ends Sat 23 March

THING I KNOW TO BE TRUE is about love in its many forms; love that can be comforting and supportive, or suffocating and destructive. And is it possible to love too much? (Image via Stockport Garrick)

An insightful, warm and eloquent portrayal of family relationships.

Bob and Fran have invested all their hopes in the next generation, working hard to give their children the opportunities they never had. Whilst Bob and Fran hope to sit back and smell the roses, their adult children are all at a point of crisis and struggle to define themselves beyond their parents' love and expectations.

What do generations owe each other and why do we often hurt those we love the most?

Rare Finds Flea Market | The Space | Sun 24 March | 11am-4pm

The Rare Finds flea market returns to The Space on Sunday 24 March (Image - Alasdair Perry)

The Rare Finds Flea Market returns to The Space in Stockport town centre.

Visitors can find the usual eclectic mix of furniture, clothes, decor, trinkets, and more.

A description for this event reads: "Join us for a day of antique thrifting with our community of vintage traders and local businesses.

"During your visit, enjoy a coffee or lunch on St Petersgate before exploring the local businesses of Stockport Underbanks, Mealhouse Brow, and Market Place.

"We're super excited to be back in the heart of Stockport's second-hand shopping area!"

This event takes place on Sunday 24 March, from 11am-4pm.

Tickets for this event are £1 on the door, or free entry for children.

Rave Cadets | Bask | Sun 24 March | 12pm

The ever-popular Rave Cadets event returns to Bask on Sunday 24 March (Image - Alasdair Perry)

Introduce your youngsters to rave-ups with this family-friendly event at Bask on Sunday 24 March.

This event aims to stage a rave for young children, replete with music, balloons and facepainting.

As of time of writing, earlybird tickets have sold out but some advance tickets remain. Advance tickets are £11 - find them HERE.

Proceedings begin from midday.

A description for this event reads: "We will be transforming the venue with a fully themed set up with lights, balloons, glow sticks and horns just like a real rave.

"There will be facepainting, photo booths, colouring and other fun activities on site along with fresh food provided by our favourite local food vendors with pick'n'mix and other goods keep the little ravers happy!

"WEARING CAMO / FANCY DRESS IS HIGHLY ENCOURAGED! Prizes for best dressed Rave Cadet and dancers.

"Children of all ages are welcome (Under 2s Free). [...] There will also be a fully licenced bar for the Adults."

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