What's on inManchester


Welcome to Manchester

Enjoy a mix of heritage, history, lively arts whilst visiting Manchester - our guide to events and days out is just the ticket.

Whether you're looking to brush up on local history at a museum, enjoy local arts, watch some sport, or listen to live music, you're sure to find things to do in Manchester to suit all the family, whatever the weather.

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Everything you need to know if you're visiting Manchester as a visitor or a resident.

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Forthcoming events in Manchester

25
JUL
GARY BARLOW TRIBUTE
Eastern Point Bar and Grill

.Performing all the hits of both Gary and Take That this show will have you dancing and singing the night away as if you were really watching the superstar himself.Jon tours his Gary Barlow tribute show around the world relentlessly from cruise…

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TEL: 03301 331569
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02
AUG
The Heaton Park Food & Drink Festival 2025
Papel Monument Field

Picture This: You a refreshing drink in hand devouring mouth‐watering treats all while the sounds of live music fill the summer air. Sounds dreamy right Well thats just the start 2025 promises to be bigger and better than ever with exciting NEW…

Category: Family Events

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06
AUG
I AM MORBID at Rebellion - Manchester
Rebellion Manchester,

.Death metal legends VINCENTSANDOVALHUDSONBROWNI AM MORBID ‐ performing classics from the DOMINATION era plus special guests DAMIM.Tickets https:tinyurl.comBAmorbidMAN£25 adv.7pmPresented by ba‐concerts.comI AM MORBIDhttps:youtu.be62Ctn‐zGXOIfacebook.comIAMMORBIDBandDeath metal legend David Vincent reunites with Pete Sandoval Bill Hudson and…

TEL: 02081 038951
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09
AUG
Magic of Thailand Festival in Manchester
Platt Fields Park

A two day Thai Festival to experience the taste of Thailand this summer at Platt Fields Park is brought to you by Magic of Thailand previously known as Manchester Thai Festival.Treat yourself to a weekend wonder and bring along your families and…

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24
SEP
Manchester Tech Festival 25 | Core Conference
Victoria Baths

Join us for Manchester Tech Festival 2025 the citys only two‐week indie tech festival packed with conferences exhibitions hands‐on workshops and evening socials. Whether youre an aspiring techie an innovative CEO or somewhere in betweenMTF is designed to bring the…

Category: Business

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26
SEP
Manchester Tech Festival 25 | Cyber Security
GM Digital Security Hub (DiSH)

Following the Core Conference MTF dives deeper with a series of Track Daysspecialised one‐day events designed to explore the most in‐demand areas of tech in detail. Perfect for developers engineers practitioners and tech leaders looking to gain practical insights and…

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28
SEP
The Christie Tower Run
The Hilton Deansgate

Back for its 7th year The Christie Tower Run is the ONLY tower running event in the North West so take on this unique one of a kind event with Team ChristieWhether you choose to race to the top or take your…

Category: Sports

TEL: 01614 463400
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28
SEP
PURE REASON REVOLUTION at Academy 3 - Manchester
Manchester Academy,

.British rock outfit PURE REASON REVOLUTION are back with their latest album Coming Up To Consciousness the follow up to 2022s Above Cirrus.Tickets https:tinyurl.com2m867dv2£24 adv.7:30pm...............NOTE: This show was postponed from December 2024 to September 2025 tickets remain valid A message…

TEL: 02081 038951
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30
SEP
MTF 25 | Women In Tech [Unfiltered]
GM Digital Security Hub (DiSH)

Following the Core Conference MTF dives deeper with a series of Track Daysspecialised one‐day events designed to explore the most in‐demand areas of tech in detail. Perfect for developers engineers practitioners and tech leaders looking to gain practical insights and…

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01
OCT
Manchester Tech Festival 25 | AI Conference
GM Digital Security Hub (DiSH)

Following the Core Conference MTF dives deeper with a series of Track Daysspecialised one‐day events designed to explore the most in‐demand areas of tech in detail. Perfect for developers engineers practitioners and tech leaders looking to gain practical insights and…

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02
OCT
Manchester Tech Festival 25 | Leadership Day
voco Manchester City Centre

Following the Core Conference MTF dives deeper with a series of Track Daysspecialised one‐day events designed to explore the most in‐demand areas of tech in detail. Perfect for developers engineers practitioners and tech leaders looking to gain practical insights and…

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03
OCT
Manchester Tech Festival 25 | Software Development
GM Digital Security Hub (DiSH)

Following the Core Conference MTF dives deeper with a series of Track Daysspecialised one‐day events designed to explore the most in‐demand areas of tech in detail. Perfect for developers engineers practitioners and tech leaders looking to gain practical insights and…

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10
OCT
Gandeys Halloween Spooktacular Trafford Centre
The Trafford Centre

Dare you enter the haunted Big Top Gandeys Circus returns bringing you a brand‐new spine‐chilling and action‐packed Halloween Spooktaculara legendary show filled with frights delights and dazzling sights for the whole familyPrepare for jaw‐dropping thrill acts that will leave you gasping grand…

TEL: 07878 228403
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18
OCT
Moonlight Sonata by Candlelight
Moonlight Sonata by Candlelight

Experience an enchanting piano recital bathed in the gentle glow of candlelight and set in the awe‐inspiring beauty of Manchester Cathedral. This performance offers a rare chance to enjoy iconic piano works in a setting that heightens their emotional power and timeless…

TEL: 03333 446250
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19
OCT
SONATA ARCTICA at Manchester Academy 2 - London
Academy 2,

.£30 adv.7pmPresented by ba‐concerts.comSONATA ARCTICAhttps:youtu.begxwKBpdin0Ysonataarctica.infoSonata Arctica is a Finnish Power Metal band from the town of Kemi Finland. Created as a Hard Rock band named Tricky Beans they later changed to Tricky Means and finally to Sonata Arctica when they…

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31
OCT
Baga Chipz - 'Chip Off The Old Block' Tour
Contact Theatre

.After the success of the Material Girl and Much Betta tours Baga Chipz is Back Bigger louder and MUCH BETTA than everJoin Baga and friends this autumn as she rocks up to a town near youExpect an evening of live vocals; belting…

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08
NOV
Vivaldi Four Seasons by Candlelight
Manchester Cathedral

Step into the timeless beauty of Manchester Cathedral an architectural jewel in the heart of the city ‐ the perfect candlelit setting for an unforgettable evening of music.Experience Vivaldis iconic masterpiece The Four Seasons as youve never heard it before. A cornerstone…

TEL: 03336 664466
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16
NOV
The Manchester 1.5k, 5k, 10k and Half Marathon
Heaton Park.

.ENTRIES FOR 2025 ARE NOW AVAILABLE. PLACES ARE LIMITED AND WILL SELL QUICKLY SO MAKE SURE TO SIGN UP TODAYThis November is your time to shine to run with us to run for the love of the Mo to run in style…

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21
NOV
The Best Of Grohl (Foo Fighters, Nirvana, QOTSA)
Lions Den

Foo FightersNirvanaQOTSAThe Best Of Grohl is the ultimate rock show based in the UK dedicated to the legendary rock icon Dave Grohl. Nirvana Foo Fighters Queens Of The Stone Age Tenacious D Probot & Them Crooked Vultures.…

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16
DEC
Faulty Towers The Dining Experience - Manchester
voco Manchester City Centre

Basil Manuel and Sybil are in townand theyre bringing a healthy dose of mayhem to your door. Fully immersive highly interactive and completely original this is the show where anything can and usually does happen. With 70 of the show improvised its…

TEL: 08451 544145
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29
DEC
Chopin and Champagne at Christmas by Candlelight
Manchester Cathedral

Celebrate the festive season in style with a magical afternoon recital of Chopins most exquisite piano works performed by the acclaimed pianist Luke Jones in the enchanting candlelit setting of Manchester CathedralThis special Christmas concert offers the perfect escape from the winter…

TEL: 03336 664466
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30
DEC
New Year's Rhapsody in Blue
Manchester Cathedral

Enjoy an exceptional recital as the year end approaches in the breathtaking beauty of Manchester Cathedralan unforgettable evening of music elegance and celebration. Bathed in the warm glow of candlelight this historic setting provides a truly exquisite backdrop for a…

TEL: 03333 446250
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30
DEC
Rachmaninov 2nd Piano Concerto and Lark Ascending
Manchester Cathedral

Step into the majestic beauty of Manchester Cathedral this Christmas where the warm glow of candlelight and the soaring architecture create a truly magical setting for an unforgettable evening of classical music.Join the Piccadilly Sinfonietta one of the UKs most exciting chamber…

TEL: 03336 664466
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31
DEC
New Year's Eve Vivaldi Four Seasons
Manchester Cathedral

Ring in the New Year with an unforgettable evening of inspirational music and candlelit elegance in the breathtaking surroundings of Manchester Cathedral.Join the exceptional Piccadilly Sinfonietta and acclaimed violinist Katie Stillman for a glittering New Years Eve concert featuring two of the…

TEL: 03336 664466
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31
DEC
New Year's Moonlight Sonata by Candlelight
Manchester Cathedral

Ring in the New Year with style and inspiration at a breathtaking afternoon recital in the majestic candlelit surroundings of Manchester Cathedral. This New Years Eve celebration features a glittering programme of virtuosic piano works by Chopin Liszt and Beethoven performed by…

TEL: 03336 664466
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03
JUL
Phantoms of the Popera - Middleton
Middleton Arena,

.Following the overwhelming sell‐out success of their Phantoms of the Popera tour in 2025 the UKs No1 vocal harmony quartet and original X Factor stars G4 return in 2026 to unleash their unique trademark sound on the greatest showstoppers that musical theatre…

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Tourist Attractions


The Lowry

A dazzling, award winning building in a stunning waterside location.One of the most exciting art galleries in Britain, explore L S Lowry's life and work in ways that might surprise you and discover something new in our other gallery spaces.Opening its door to the…

Imperial War Museum North

The museum tells people's stories of war and its impact. Built by Daniel Libeskind to resemble three shards of a shattered globe, representing conflict on land, air and water.Opened at The Quays in Trafford Park, Manchester in July 2002 and created to give northern audiences access to the…

Urbis

Urbis explores Urban culture and the cities of today and tomorrow through four floors of exhibitions about city life.Our exhibition programme features international large‐scale exhibitions offering unique insights into the dynamic culture of the modern city, with innovative explorations of design, architecture, graffiti, music and the…

Dunham Massey

Country estate including mansion with important collections and 'below stairs' areas, impressive garden and deer park.An early Georgian house built around a Tudor core, Dunham Massey was extensively reworked in the early years of the 20th century.The result is one of Britain's most sumptuous…

Old Trafford

With over 200,000 visitors every year, from all over the world, you know that you are part of one of the greatest clubs on the planet.Come and see for yourself why so many people make the journey Young or old, United fan or not, it really…

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Updated: 23/07/2025 03:44:04

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