Manchester’s Baby Week 2025

Shekina Rose, Families Editor

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Manchester's Baby Week 2025

16-21 June 2025

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Manchester’s Baby Week is back! Prepare for six days of big fun, tiny socks and plenty of free activities from Monday 16 – Saturday 21 June 2025.

Yes, you read that right, six whole days of free events designed to support your little baba’s journey from womb to wobble (aka age 0–2). It’s a lovely chance to get out of the house and explore the city with your little cherub, and is a great way for you to meet other mums and dads in your area, and maybe the little ones might make friends too, in their own way!

Expect everything from Baby Massage (yes, even tiny humans feel tense), Family Swim Sessions, First Aid Courses for sleep-deprived grown-ups, and Family Fun Days – complete with parks, play, and some tasty snacks you forgot to pack. Don’t worry – we’ve all been there!

Events are happening across the city in cultural venues, leisure centres, Family Hubs and Sure Start Children’s Centres, because nothing says culture like a toddler with a tambourine.

The festivities begin with a Launch Event at Manchester Art Gallery and Central Library on Monday 16 June, and wrap up on Saturday 21 June in local parks.

So grab your baby, their nappy bag, anything else you might need (half the house, we imagine) and bob on over to one or all of the events during Manchester’s Baby Week 2025. Find out more information and how you can get involved on the website.

What's on at Manchester Art Gallery

St Peter's Square
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The Peterloo Massacre Tour

Visit key locations associated with a moment that helped shape the future of the nation, tracing the footsteps of those who stood for change.

From £20.00

Where to go near Manchester’s Baby Week 2025

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Restaurant
Ban Di Bul

Ban Di Bul is a longstanding Korean restaurant in the very centre of Manchester.

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Chinatown
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Salut Wines

Salut wines pride themselves in offering “wider horizons beyond the safe choices.” With 42 wines by the glass and a regularly changing selection of bottles in their Enomatic wine preservation machines (or  “wine jukebox,” as they’re colloquially known), this is one of be best bars in Manchester for exploring new vintages.

Manchester Central Library
Manchester
Library
Manchester Central Library

The stunning Manchester Central Library is now back open for all visitors who wish to browse the enormous collection or simply relax in this magnificent building.

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City Centre
St Peter’s Square

St Peter’s Square is a public space in Manchester – home to the city’s iconic library, town hall, Pankhurst statue, art gallery and famous Midland Hotel.

Chinatown
Restaurant
Manchester Art Gallery Cafe

Summery bakes, seasonal salads and fresh light meals at Manchester Art Gallery’s in-house café, courtesy of highly-regarded Head Chef Matthew Taylor.

Chinatown
Hotel
The Alan

This high-end city-centre restaurant has an excellent afternoon tea option that more than matches up to the superb main menu.

Contemporary Six, art gallery in Manchester
City Centre
Gallery
Contemporary Six

Contemporary Six is an independent commercial art gallery in Manchester city centre, set up by Alex Reuben in 2010.

Manchester
Shop
Siam Smiles

Now based at the Great Northern, Siam Smiles is a food stop that’s hot on everyone’s lips.

City Centre
Restaurant
Blinker

Elegant cocktail bar in the centre of Manchester, with a relaxed atmosphere and wonderfully friendly staff.

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