What's on in Macclesfield this weekend including volunteering fair and Treacle Market
By Matthew Hancock-Bruce 19th Feb 2026
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As January slowly but surely draws to a close, we look forward to another busy weekend in Macclesfield.
Remember, the guide below is just a taste of what to expect. Head to our What's On section here to discover even more events, including a ceramic workshop and Macclesfield Repair Cafe.
What's more, you can advertise your own event with Macclesfield Nub News and get it featured in next week's round-up.
Thursday (19/02)
Macclesfield Market Hall Official Opening
Macclesfield Market Hall is celebrating the completion of its regeneration.
Head over in the afternoon for fun activities, tasty treats and drawing challenges with Marc Jackson from Room for Comics.
Volunteering Fair
Macclesfield Town Hall will play host to Macclesfield Volunteering Fair from 10am to 2.30pm on Thursday.
It offers the chance to find out more about all kinds of volunteering opportunities available.
The event has been organised by Job Centre Plus, Cheshire East Council and National Careers Service.
Saturday (21/02)
Life Drawing
Susannah Pal is leading a new drawing class at the Wellbeing Space at Wood Street Mill on Pickford Street.
She will guide you through practical approaches to drawing with demonstrations, clear explanations, and individual feedback.
More information can be found here.
Sunday (22/02)
AfghanPure heritage rugs exhibition
AfghanPure stages its first heritage rugs exhibition this weekend.
There will be a range of handmade rugs, kilims, and antique masterpieces on display, each woven with generations of Afghan artistry.
More details can be found here.
Treacle Market
The Treacle Market is back!
Expect more than 140 stalls selling everything from sweet treats and homeware to locally brewed booze and cigar box guitars.
The Treacle Market runs from 10am to 3.30pm, with stalls found on Exchange street, Mill Street, Castle street, Market Place, The Butter Market, St Michael's Churchyard, upper Market Place and Chestergate.
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