What's On /
Sat 09 May - Sat 01 Aug '26
A solo exhibition of the work of artist weaver, Jenny Waterson, whose recent projects reflect her experience as the mother of a young adult changing their gender identity.
Documenting the quiet, yet powerful act of planting pansies at sites of homophobic and transphobic abuse.
Sat 09 May - Sat 01 Aug
Highlighting the personal histories of older members of the LGBTQ+ community with lived experience before decriminalisation.
Tue 16 Jun - Tue 15 Sep
Our popular Creatives Brunch Club returns as a calendar staple.
Fri 10 Jul
A dark, absurd and fiercely hopeful exploration of human connection in the Information Age.
Saturday 18 July
Join us to see and buy high quality contemporary craft and design made by selected artists from Greater Manchester
Wed 22 Jul
An enchanting pop up performance for families.
Wed 22 Jul - Thu 23 Jul
Part chat show, part game, part live performance
Fri 24 Jul - Sat 25 Jul
An immersive and interactive experience blending folklore, mysticism and play.
Fri 24 Jul - Sat 25 July
Blend of circus, invention and humour
Fri 24 Jul
A joyful and hopeful outdoor dance performance
Sat 25 Jul - Sun 26 Jul
A high-impact, high-skill circus show using UK grown bamboo and human bodies.
Sun 26 Jul
Global Grooves bring the carnival spirit to Refract26!
Mon 17 Aug - Sat 03 Oct
A new edition of Design Nation's touring exhibition.