Wild Things
18 July – 1 November 2026
Little imaginations can run wild at Lowry this summer!
Wild Things is a new free exhibition that will take young children and their families on a fun‑filled animal adventure through some of the most loved stories of all time.
From beloved classics including Elmer, Dear Zoo, Owl Babies, We’re Going on a Bear Hunt, to new favourites, including Time for Bed, Fred!, The Steves; and The Great Unicorn Rescue, the exhibition brings together stories that generations of families love, almost 100 original illustrations from a wide range of artists including Nick Sharratt, Helen Oxenbury, Lydia Monks, Rod Campbell and many others will feature throughout the exhibition, alongside stories by Julia Donaldson, Michael Rosen, Yasmeen Ismail, Lizzy Stewart and many more.
The exhibition also includes lots of fun interactives and games designed especially for under‑7s including the Bee Calm Spa, Vera’s Veggie Delights Stall, and The Furry Wardrobe.
Your Wild Things gallery ticket is included in Andrew Law Galleries ticket. Book your ticket now using the calendar feature.
Further information:
- Opening times: Tuesday-Friday (11am-late) and Saturday-Sunday (late).
Closed on Mondays except bank holidays. (Excludes Christmas Day). - Location The Lowry, Salford Quays, Salford M50 3AZ
- Getting there: By Metrolink – via the Eccles and MediaCityUK lines; By Train – from all stations take the Metrolink; By Bus – check bus routes and timetables with GMPTE; By Waxi – watertaxi timetable
- This is a free exhibition
- Further information 0843 208 6000
