A superb summer of FREE family theatre across Tameside's Park awaits!
The Circus Runaways by Circus House
Date: Wednesday 29th of July 2026
Performances: 11am and 2pm
Location: Victoria Park, Denton
Caspian's Storm by LAStheatre
Date: Wednesday 5th of August 2026
Performances: 11am and 2pm
Location: Dukinfield Park, Dukinfield
Family Arts Jam
Date: Wednesday 12th of August 2026
Times: 11am till 4pm
Location: Hyde Park, Hyde
Following the incredible success of the VJ Day celebration at King George V Playing Fields in Ashton in summer 2025, we’re thrilled to take things to the next level with an exciting new event: Family Arts Jam.
Bringing together the best of our summer engagement programmes—Theatre in the Parks and the Outdoor Arts Programme—this brand-new event will be a vibrant, jam-packed outdoor arts extravaganza designed for families to explore, create, and enjoy together.
Set against the stunning backdrop of Hyde Park, Hyde, the day will feature an ambitious and inspiring programme of live outdoor theatre performances, alongside a rich mix of hands-on arts and craft workshops. Led by a diverse and talented group of experienced artists and workshop leaders from across the region, there’ll be something to spark creativity and imagination in visitors of all ages
Old McDonald and the Three Pigs Plus... by Booster Cushion Theatre
Date: Wednesday 19th of August 2026
Performances: 11am and 2pm
Location: Ryecroft Hall and Park, Audenshaw
Reynard the Fox by The Fabularium
Date: Wednesday 26th of August 2026
Performances: 11am and 2pm
Location: Cheetham Park, Stalybridge
