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Welcome to Manchester Voice.
In this edition, we share some amazing news of upcoming events, and plenty of activities & resources to help get you active in Manchester.
Learn more below!
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 There's just 1 week to go until Northern Grit, Sporting Glory 2026.
We're delighted to confirm that Mayor of Greater Manchester, Bev Craig OBE, will deliver the opening address at Northern Grit, Sporting Glory on the evening of 25tSeptember.
A passionate advocate for equality, opportunity and the power of sport to transform lives, Bev will help set the tone for an inspiring evening celebrating the women, organisations and changemakers helping to shape the future of sport across Greater Manchester.
Panellists include:
- Stephanie Hilborne OBE, CEO Women In Sport
- Tim Cable, Director of the Institute of Sport, Manchester Metropolitan University
- Rachel Bainbridge, Senior Marketing Manager, The Great Run Company
- Diane Edwards MBE, Olympian & Commonwealth medalist
- Maltina Jashiri, Formula 4 Racing Driver
- Eleanor Cardwell, England Netball International
- Jack Leech, Interim CEO, Sale Sharks Foundation
- Holly Espie, Primary Officer, City In the Community
- Jen Barden, Managing Director, Lancashire Cricket Foundation
With incredible speakers, networking opportunities, fundraising, auctions and prize draws, there is still time to join us.
Limited tickets remain, book now mcractive.com/northern-grit
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 The latest Sport England Active Lives Survey shows that more Manchester adults are moving more than ever before.
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76.4% of adults are now active for at least 30 minutes a week - the highest level ever recorded for our city
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66.3% of adults are doing 150+ minutes of activity each week
- Inactivity has fallen to 23.6% - the lowest level since 2017
- We're also now above the national average for active adults.
These results show that investment in local sport, leisure centres, community activities and opportunities to get active is helping more people move more, feel better and live healthier lives.
This National Fitness Day, we're celebrating everyone who is finding ways to be active, whether that's at the gym, walking the dog, cycling to work, joining a class or taking part in community sport.
Hear from Cllr Shazia Butt on what these results mean for Manchester. Full video here.
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Don't miss your chance to celebrate your sporting hero!
Nominations for the Manchester Sports Awards 2026 are closing soon, and we want to hear about the incredible people, clubs, schools and projects making a difference through sport and physical activity across Manchester.
Maybe it’s the volunteer who gives up their evenings to keep a local club running. The coach who brings out the best in everyone. A young athlete achieving brilliant things. Or a community project creating opportunities for people to get active.
This is your chance to make sure their hard work, dedication and impact are recognised.
Nominations close at midnight on Sunday 27 September 2026, so don't leave it too late.
Help us shine a spotlight on the people who make Manchester's sporting community so special. The nomination form can be found here.
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 Next week marks Falls Prevention Week 2026.
Over the week,. we'll be shining a spotlight on how staying active can help older adults prevent falls and maintain strength, balance, and confidence.
The Manchester Physical Activity Referral Service (PARS) supports residents with tailored sessions, gentle low-impact classes, and strength & conditioning. So stay tuned to our social channels next week, we’ll be sharing videos from PARS sessions, alongside gentle exercises to do at home.
We also want to highlight the KOKU app. The app contains personalised strength and balance exercises for ageing well.
The app is free to download and accredited by the NHS, providing self-managed health care for older adults and NHS approved preventative treatment for health and social care commissioners. Access it on the App Store or Google Play Store.
Strong, steady, and active! Helping inspire Manchester to get active.
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 Moonlit Miles is returning this autumn at Platt Fields Park, bringing together Manchester's running community, community groups and partners to help people feel safer and more confident being active during the darker months.
Thursday 22 October - 6pm-9pm
Moonlit Miles is open to everyone and aims to bring together Manchester's diverse running community, local organisations and residents to share knowledge, promote personal safety and encourage people to stay active during the darker evenings.
The event will feature a community event village, partners offering advice and support, and a welcoming 3km run designed to connect people with local running opportunities.
As part of the event, we will be encouraging participants to wear lights, glow accessories and illuminated running gear during the 3km run to help light up the park and create a powerful visual statement in support of women's safety.
For anyone interested in learning more about the event, there is a video from the first Moonlit Miles event available on YouTube here, giving a flavour of the atmosphere, activities and impact of the event.
We hope you can join us as we bring together Manchester's running community to light up the park and champion safer, more inclusive spaces for everyone.
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Basketball is coming back to the AO Arena.
After an unforgettable day of action last season, the Super League Basketball Cup Finals return to Manchester on Sunday 21 March 2027.
Expect the very best of men's and women's basketball, an incredible atmosphere and a huge day celebrating one of the UK's fastest-growing sports.
If you were there this year, you'll know just how special it was.
If you missed it, now's your chance, secure your tickets here.
Save the date, and we'll see you courtside.
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 The National Cycling Centre will welcome the country’s top emerging and elite riders when we host Round 2 of the Lloyds National Track Series.
Across two days of high-intensity racing, spectators can expect a packed programme with the Men and Women's Madison Omnium National Championships, plus National Series rounds of both Sprint & Keirin where the UK’s most promising talent will battle for vital series points in the final round before the New Year break. Ticket prices start from free for U5s:
- Adults - £10
- Children 5 to 17 years - £5
- Under 5s - FREE
Expect a world-class line-up here in Manchester once again! Learn more & buy tickets here.
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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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