Five things to do in Greater Manchester this weekend with country rodeos and free sports fun

What's OnWhat's On NewsThings to do ManchesterYee-haw! There's lots taking place this weekend16:47, 17 Jul 2026Five fun things to do in Greater Manchester this weekend (July 18 and 19)With the weather still set to be quite nice this weekend, Platt Fields Market Garden is onto a winner with their Beers In The Garden festival (July 17-19). It will feature a host of independent beers and ciders, as well as wine, food, live music and plenty of family-friendly workshops. Expect big names like Track Brewery, Where The Light Gets In, Honest Crust, Isca and many more. All the details here.For little ones into their trains, the East Lancashire Railway (ELR) in Bury is hosting one of its most popular weekend events in the form of their Day Out with Thomas sessions. It’s chance to climb onboard a rep