Free family fun is coming to Congleton this summer.

Congleton Town Council has announced it will host four Summer Play Days throughout the school holidays.

Taking place between 10.30am and 2.30pm every Tuesday from July 28 to August 18, each week will offer a different theme packed with activities for children and families to enjoy.

Town Mayor, councillor Suzy Firkin, said: "We're delighted to bring our Summer Play Days back to the heart of Congleton.

"The programme has been designed to give children the chance to be active, creative and have fun throughout the holidays.

"These free events are a fantastic way of bringing our community together, encouraging people to enjoy everything our town centre has to offer whilst trying out a different theme each week.

"There's plenty to discover, and I would encourage everyone to come along and join in the fun."

The Summer Play Days are completely free to attend and no booking is required.

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All events will take place in the pedestrianised area of Congleton town centre, moving indoors to Congleton Town Hall in the event of poor weather.

Details of the four days can be found below and each week will also feature a free face painter, a community book swap and family-friendly activities hosted by Congleton Family Hub.

The Summer Play Days run between 10.30am and 2.30pm every Tuesday from July 28 to August 18 (Credit: CTC)

Congleton Summer Play Days 2026

Tuesday, July 28 – Nature Day

Discover the natural world with nature-themed junk modelling and crafts from ArtSpace, chalk pavement art and a range of hands-on nature activities.

Tuesday, August 4 – Sports Day

Enjoy an action-packed day with sports activities led by Everybody Leisure including giant outdoor games and sports competitions. Plus table football stations, Perfect Putting, circus skills and creative activities with ArtSpace.

Tuesday, August 11 – Animal Day

Meet the animal theme with storytelling from Congleton Library (10.00am–12.00pm), circus skills, chalk art, animal-themed crafts with ArtSpace and family-friendly activities delivered by Congleton Family Hub.

Tuesday, August 18 – Music Day

Celebrate music and creativity with arts and crafts activities and the opportunity to try musical instruments with Congleton Youth Orchestra.