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  • Plane flying over Viaduct Park in Stockport

    What's happening in October

    Stockport's favourite sons are back. Blossoms open a pop-up shop from Friday 2nd to Sunday 4th just off the Market Place to celebrate their sixth album, Songs From The Wedding Cake, named after our very own Town Hall. Proof that the best things in SK really are homegrown.

    On Saturday 3rd, WEIR:LIVE throws a free all-day party under the viaduct at Weir Mill, with two stages, a family-friendly rave and a line-up made up of Stockport talent.

    Eat Good West celebrates its third birthday at St Mary's Church on Friday 9th, so expect all your favourite street food with a bit more of a party vibe.

    On Sunday 25th, Stockport Alternative Market brings its Halloween special to the Masonic Guildhall, while the Autumn Fayre fills the Town Hall with handmade stalls and more traditional fayre on Saturday 31st.

    Know something happening in SK this month that should be on here? Drop us a message, we're always adding to the list. For more on Stockport's independent scene, check out our What's On guide or sign up to our newsletter.

EatGoodWest UK’s Asian Food Night Market: The Lowdown
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EatGoodWest UK’s Asian Food Night Market: The Lowdown

If you've ever been to a night market in Asia, you'll know why this is a great addition to Stockport. Every second Friday of the month, EatGoodWestUK takes over the churchyard of St Mary's with authentic street food from across Asia, from Korean corn dogs to Japanese skewers, Thai bites, bubble waffles and dumplings I'm already planning to go back for…

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