the Whitworth Community Family Day
About this Event
The Whitworth’s 2026 Community Day brings together partners, artists and communities from across Manchester to celebrate creativity, connection and belonging.
Inspired by both Universally Manchester Festival and Refugee Week, the day highlights the joy, resilience and shared experiences that grow through creative collaboration.
From the energy of Whitworth Young Contemporaries to the inclusive creativity of Venture Arts, the cultural vibrancy of Afrocats, the reflective strength of Still Parents, and the intergenerational connections nurtured through our Age-Friendly Programme, the event celebrates the many communities that shape the Whitworth.
Alongside workshops, performances, exhibitions and conversations, visitors are invited to come together, share stories and experience how art can create connection, foster understanding and celebrate Manchester’s diverse communities.
Agenda
🕑: 01:00 PM - 02:00 PM
Rhythms of the Djembe
Host: Godfrey Pambalipe
🕑: 01:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Whitworth Young Contemporaries Makes
Info: In our Clore Garden Studio
🕑: 11:00 AM - 03:00 PM
Play Days
Info: In Gallery 3, for all ages
🕑: 11:00 AM - 01:00 PM
Great Wave Sensory experience
Host: Sally Hirst - Artist in Residence
🕑: 11:00 AM - 02:00 PM
Grandparents crafty making
🕑: 10:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Play Space
Info: A space to explore the idea of art as a process and reimagine what we might do with it. Reconnecting art with our day-to-day lives through Play, Purpose and Working Together. With a play space, Whitworth Minecraft machines, drawing space, baby play space.
Where is it happening?
Event Location & Nearby Stays:
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