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An actual beach is coming to intu Trafford Centre – plus loads more fun for the summer holidays

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Manchester has everything except a beach, right? Wrong.

intu Trafford Centre is celebrating its 20th birthday by hosting 200 stores, restaurants and leisure attractions going all out to create the most action-packed summer on record for big kids and little kids alike. 

A spectacular beach complete with deckchairs is back and better than ever, with a range of activities such as Water Walkers, Bungee Trampoline and Bumper Boats. The beach is open outside The Great Hall Monday – Saturday 10am-7pm and Sunday 11am-6pm. 

And that’s not all.

Birthday Street, an amazing street scene on the mall, will be the scene of a series of spectacular events for the whole family including:

Princesses performances

Aspiring princesses can watch their dreams come true with pop-up singalongs from their favourite princess characters suspended high above Birthday Street. Appearances will be at 12noon, 1pm, 3pm and 4pm every Tuesday (7th,14th,21st and 28th August). 

Pop ‘til you drop

Ever eaten bubbles before? Well now you can. Pop down to the edible bubble experience on Thursday 9th August and try the new taste sensation – edible bubbles. Experience mint choc chip, banana and chocolate as well as something decidedly more grown-up for the adults. 

Silent Disco Day

Get down to Birthday Street for a silent disco birthday bash on Thursday 16th August. Party goers can grab a pair of silent disco headphones, pick some dress up clothes and show off their top dance moves. There will even be prizes for the best dance moves. There will also be free glitter faces for all the tiny dancers too.

Stay cool with the world’s first Nitro Ice-Cream buggy

Ever wondered what popping candy or curry flavoured ice cream tastes like? Well now’s your chance. Get down to Birthday Street on Thursday 23rd August and try some crazy ice cream creations from the world’s first Nitro Ice-Cream buggy. With a top speed of 6mph, the nitro ice cream buggy won’t be hanging around. 

Smile, Snap, Print

Celebrate intu Trafford Centre’s big birthday by grabbing a prop, a hat or something silly and get a snap in front of the sparkly birthday backdrop. But watch out for the confetti cannons.  Shoppers can get their snaps printed for free to take home to remind them of the fun. Get snapping on Thursday 30th August in Birthday Street. 

999 Day

Hard working emergency services teams from across the north west will be hosting a free family-focused day with emergency vehicles, vintage appliances, demonstrations and displays. Last years’ event attracted more than 10,000 people. An event not to be missed. Thursday 2nd August.

SEA LIFE Manchester

The LEGO sea explorer has lost his equipment in one of the tanks and he needs help to get it back. Can you find the missing pieces? Find all five and become a SEA LIFE Deep Sea Junior Diver. Solve the puzzle and enjoy other exciting activities between 21st July – 2nd September. 

LEGOLAND Discovery Centre

LEGOLAND Discovery Centre is throwing a mega party event to celebrate the 40th anniversary of the LEGO Minifigure and you’re invited. Bring all your friends to LEGOLAND Discovery Centre between 21st July – 2nd September for some totally mind-bopping fun.

Selfridges Kids festival

Experience the Pic & Mix Festival at Selfridges. It’s five days of fantastic family fun, filled with photoworthy experiences. Children and families will be encouraged to see the world differently with their exciting programme of in store happenings. For more information, click here. 29th August – 2nd September.

In the Night Garden Live

See Igglepiggle, Upsy Daisy, Makka Pakka and friends brought to life with beautiful costumes, magical puppets, enchanting music and breath-taking projections at In the Night Garden Live 28th July-19th August. Tickets available here. 

Hamley’s Super Summer

Join the magic and theatre at Hamley’s with free themed summer parties, in-store competitions, giveaways and the chance to meet Hamley bear. For more information click here

As if that’s not enough, families can join the family club at intu Trafford Centre which includes exclusive offers from a selection of retailers, advance notice of events and access to special activities for parents and kids to enjoy together.  

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