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Happenin in Hyde

Name: Happenin in Hyde
Start: 2026-09-26
End: 2026-09-26
Location: Hyde

Happenin in Hyde is a free family fun day that transforms Hyde town centre with street theatre, walkabout performances, and creative workshops. Organized by Tameside Council, the event features a packed programme of entertainment designed for residents of all ages at the outdoor market and Clarendon Square.

Date: Sep 26, 2026
Location: Hyde
Status: Upcoming

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Event summary

Highlights

Street theatre and walkabout performances including ‘SEED’ and ‘Special Delivery’
Circus skills workshops and puppet shows by Short Scruff’s Theatre
Live music from regional musicians Kayleigh Hall and Silver Train Duo
Arts and crafts with the Phantasmagoria travelling emporium

The festival offers a wide range of interactive performances and activities. Highlights include street theatre productions such as ‘SEED’, featuring Wilfred and Napoleon the Chicken, and the puppet extravaganza ‘The Jump’ by Short Scruff’s Theatre. Visitors can participate in circus skills workshops, join a ‘Waggle Dance’ with a bee colony, or enjoy live musical performances from Northwest artists including Kayleigh Hall and the Silver Train Duo.

In addition to the scheduled shows, the event provides various creative outlets. Tameside’s travelling emporium ‘Phantasmagoria’ hosts arts and crafts sessions, while professional face painting is available throughout the day. All activities are free to attend and take place across the central hubs of Hyde Outdoor Market and Clarendon Square, aiming to bring community life and laughter to the town centre.

Practical details

Location described by the source: Hyde Outdoor Market and Clarendon Square; www.notreallyheremedia.com
Area for browsing nearby events: Hyde

Before attending

Check the sources below for current opening times, admission prices and registration requirements. A date range does not mean the event runs continuously or that admission is free.