The town centre will be hosting free activities for families throughout the summer.

Macclesfield Town Council has confirmed the return of Do Something summer.

Every Wednesday, Market Place will host a free activity from 11am to 3pm, with everything from circus skills to science experiments.

To make getting into town even easier, certain bus routes will be free to ride on those days - D&G routes 10, 19 & 19A and High Peak routes 14 and 14A.

Mayor of Macclesfield, councillor James Barber-Chadwick, said: "We are excited to bring back our Do Something Summer events, a programme of free summer activities for children and families in Macclesfield.

"The events were extremely popular last year and we are bringing back some of the kid's favourites such as the climbing wall and Mad Science.

"We are really pleased to be able to offer children and families an activity every week during the summer holidays as well as the free to ride buses as we know school holidays can be an expensive time.

"We also realise that it is great for children to have that opportunity to have some fun, enjoy the outdoors, spend time with friends and maybe learn how to juggle in the process!

"Please come and join us!"

Do Something Summer schedule 2026

July 22 - Orbis Outdoor Adventure are bringing their mobile climbing walls to Macclesfield to kick off our Do Something Summer programme. No need to book, just turn up on the day and challenge yourself to have a go on their 24ft towers! This activity is best suited to aged 4+

July 29 - Nothing's ever wasted at Macclesfield Community ArtSpace! They'll be bringing their boxes of treasures to Market Place for you to rummage through and turn into something magical!

August 5 - Renowned cartoonist and Macc-Pow! founder Marc Jackson is on hand to help YOU find your inner comic artist - all materials will be provided at this drop-in session, just bring plenty of imagination!

August 12 - Mad Science are here to get you excited about science! Get hands-on and make your own slime or learn about the fun side of physics using paper aeroplanes. They'll also be bringing along TWO amazing interactive shows - filled with big experiments and audience interaction. Best suited to aged 4+

August 19 - Lets Circus are back with more chances for you to learn all the skills you need for a life in the Big Top! Try your hand at spinning plates, club juggling, beanbag games and more! There will also be performances from the Lets Circus team to inspire budding entertainers.

August 26 - The flowers are out in bloom but there's still space for a bit more colour in Macc. Head to Market Place for an epic colouring-in session! All materials provided, suitable for all ages.