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Welcome to Manchester Voice.
In this edition, we share some major upcoming sporting events, alongside local activities and opportunities in Manchester.
Learn more below!
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 There are 14 walks taking place this week as part of the Greater Manchester Walking Festival 2026.
Taking place throughout May as part of National Walking Month, the festival is a celebration of walking and wheeling and the role it plays in everyday life across our communities.
Whether you are looking to join a walk, discover something new or simply spend more time outdoors, there is something for everyone.
Find a walk near you at gmwalking.co.uk/festival
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 Don’t miss out.
The 3x3 Commonwealth Games Qualification Tournament is coming to Manchester this May, bringing fast-paced, high-energy basketball to the city.
- 22 to 23 May 2026
- National Basketball Performance Centre
Watch teams from England, Wales, Northern Ireland and the Isle of Man battle it out for a place at the Commonwealth Games.
Tickets are on sale now. Secure yours here.
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CyanLines have just launched their first public survey to gather as much information as possible to support important decisions about the future development of CyanLines.
The 100 miles of CyanLines routes, starting with the city centres of Manchester and Salford, will eventually link our region’s green and blue spaces, squares, pocket parks, rivers, canals and viaducts, enabling residents and visitors to connect with nature, one another and help reduce the effects of climate change.
The survey will help us determine what existing green and blue spaces across Greater Manchester are working well and which need improving, where CyanLines are most needed, how people would like to use the CyanLines routes, what nature people like to see and importantly, how we can connect to all the amazing work communities are already doing across Greater Manchester to help bring people closer to nature.
We'd love the survey to be filled in by as many adults and children who live, work and visit Greater Manchester as possible! It's completely anonymous and should only take five minutes to do.
You can start the survey here.
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 It’s not long until Manchester Thunder are back on home turf for a huge top of the table clash against Loughborough Lightning at the National Cycling Centre.
Taking place on Saturday 30 May, you won’t want to miss this one!
Get your tickets now via this link.
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 ARE YOU READY?
There’s less than 1 month to go until the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 gets underway, and it’s already set to be the biggest tournament in history!
Having already surpassed the previous record tournament crowd of 136,549 set in Australia in 2020, excitement is building fast. Be there as the game’s biggest stars take centre stage and go head-to-head as the Women’s T20 World Cup comes to Old Trafford for the first time ever!
It all starts on Saturday 13 June with a blockbuster double header clash as Scotland take on Ireland and 6-time champions Australia play previous runners up South Africa. With limited tickets available, get yours now to experience World Cup cricket right here!
BUY NOW via this link.
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Manchester, are you ready to rave before work?
Rant & Ramble are bringing their first-ever Coffee Rave to Manchester...and they’re launching it at the brand new Co-op Live Canalside venue.
This isn’t a night out. It’s a morning mood boost involving:
- Guided pre rave social walk
- High energy DJ & live percussion
- Uplifting live music & feel good vibes
- Coffee, connection & community
All done before 8.30am and way better than hitting snooze.
After sold out events, over 1 million views online, and national buzz, Manchester is the first stop on Rant & Ramble’s UK Coffee Rave Tour.
- Co-op Live Backstage Club (Canalside)
- Thursday 21 May
- 07:30–08:30
Mornings just got exciting. Book now via this link.
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 SAVE THE DATE!
Manchester Community Activity Alliance Conference Day is returning in 2026.
27.06.26 | Belle Vue Speedway, 10am-2:30pm
Stay tuned for more updates!
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 Applications for the Manchester Neighbourhood Sports Fund 2026-27 are open!
Sport Clubs and Community Organisations based in the City of Manchester can apply for grants between £250-£3000.
The fund will operate as a rolling funding programme from April 2026 to March 2027. This fund is designed to support Manchester residents to move more, with our priority themes being:
- Low or no-cost activities
- Women’s and girls' participation
- Activities for 0–5-year-olds
- Walk, Run, Cycle initiatives
- Retention and growth of participation
Applications are not limited to the above themes but priority will be given to applications that support one or more of these themes. Apply here.
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 NETBALL GRAND FINAL NEXT MONTH
 The countdown is on to the Soft & Gentle Grand Final landing in Manchester on Saturday 20 June.
This is the biggest moment in netball.
The best teams, the biggest stage, and one chance to be crowned champions.
Add in live entertainment, fan zone energy and a packed Co-op Live crowd, and you’ve got a night you do not want to miss.
Tickets are on sale now here. Secure your seat and be part of it.
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 Across Manchester, we're promoting daily messages of support, inspiration, guidance and updates to the city across Facebook, Twitter and Instagram – tagging #MCRactive.
Follow @MCRactive to stay connected with the latest updates on staying active and healthy and share details with your friends and family.
We'd also love to hear about the innovative ways Mancunians are being active to share with others. If you have inspiring content – a short video, image or message, you can send via: info@mcractive.com or share them through @MCRactive on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram.
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