Summer Fun Fair, Trafford Centre, 2026
Enjoy a fun summer event complete with fun fair rides, a beach, massive splash zones and more at the Trafford Centre summer holidays event for 2026.
The event will offer lots of fun for the whole family.
Here’s what you need to know:
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What Fun Fair Rides will be available at The Trafford Centre Fun Fair
The Trafford Centre’s iconic funfair with a host of fairground rides.
Enjoy fantastic rides for the whole family.
Adrenaline seekers will be able to enjoy a whole host of rides, plus there will be lots for little riders.
The full list of rides has not yet been released yet but last year they included:
- Star Flyer
- Don Sapo (crazy frog)
- Dumbos
- Funhouse
- Caterpillar rollercoaster
- Large inflatable area
- Pony Express
- Race O Rama
- Balloon Ride
- Tea Cups
- Mini Chairs
- Waterballs
- Bumper Boats
- Bungee Trampolines
- Orbiter Cars
- Pirate Ship
- Sizzler
- Freak Out
- Zero Gravity
The Trafford Centre Beach
The Trafford Centre Beach will be back for 2026. Ideal for sandcastles and for little ones to play in the sand, there will be some deckchairs for you to relax.
Trafford Centre Splash Zone
After the success of the last few years, the Trafford Centre Splash Zone will return, complete with multiple water jets for endless fun.
Trafford Centre Free Cosmic Carnival Show
Wednesdays and Thursdays throughout August 2026
New for summer 2026, Trafford Centre welcomes the Cosmic Carnival Show, a spectacular programme of free live performances taking over the Orient Main Stage area twice a week throughout August.
Families can step into the magical world of the ‘Out of Time Circus’, with breathtaking aerial performances by larger-than-life characters and live vocals that transport them into the vibrant Cosmic Circus.
The fun continues with the Zero-Gravity Disco, an energetic celebration packed with chart hits, incredible dance routines, and audience participation.
After every show, children can take part in free interactive workshops, learning dance routines and trying circus-inspired skills with the performers.
The activities will take place at 12pm, 1pm, 2pm and 3pm at The Orient.
Emergency Services Day at the Trafford Centre
Thursday 6th August 2026
Enjoy a free family event at the Trafford Centre.
The event will feature vehicles, displays and demonstrations offering a unique insight into the vast array of emergency services that save lives every day across the region.
You can expect a host of departments including Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue, North West Ambulance Service, Greater Manchester Police and who will be able to talk to and watch demonstrations.
The event will run from 10.00 am to 4.00 pm
Food at Trafford Centre Summer Daze
All the Trafford Centre fun is sure to build an appetite and thankfully there will be a whole host of delicious food to purchase, including:
- Doughnuts,
- Crepes,
- Icecreams
- Burgers
- Sweets
When Will The Fun Fun Fair Be Open At The Trafford Centre?
The Bright Lights, Big Fun event will run from 19th July to 31st August September 2025.
It will be open from 12.00 am to 8.00 pm.
You will need to book at a set hourly entry time.
Where is the Fun and Fun Fair at the Trafford Centre Located?
The fun fair and splash zone will be located outside the Great Hall at the Trafford Centre.
How Much Does Entry to Fun Fair and Splash Zone at the Trafford Centre Cost?
Entrance to the Trafford Centre’s fun fair event will cost
- £2.75 per person online in advance including a booking fee
Ride tokens are available separately.
They can be booked with an online offer of 25 ride tokens for the price of £20, which costs £20.00 plus a £2.00 booking fee.
Rides will cost between 2 to 5 tokens.
Check out what we thought of last year’s event >>> Review of Trafford Centre’s Summer Daze
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