Free Activities Over the Summer

( Published: 19/06/2026)

Manchester City Council is offering thousands of FREE places for children’s activities over the school holidays. Plus, each booked session will include a FREE meal for qualifying families.

It’s as easy as 1, 2, 3 to get involved:

  1. Register for FREE benefits-related school meals
  2. Create a family ‘MCRactive Go’ account
  3. Find and book your sessions

To find out whether your child is eligible to take part or book activities, visit www.mcractive.com/haf

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