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.

Tourist information Manchester

Tourist Information

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

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Forthcoming events in Manchester

17
NOV
Muslim Marriage Events Manchester
Manzil Banqueting Hall, England

.DivorcedWidow Marriage EventAn event to provide a platform for people seeking partners in marriage is now taking place. It is open to everyone and all candidates will have an opportunity to interact with other individuals. Advisors will also be available to support…

Category: Lifestyle

TEL: 07738 638325
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17
NOV
Exclusive Degree Educated Professionals Event
Manzil Banqueting Hall, England

.We are holding the next Manchester Exclusive Degree Educated Professionals Event on Sunday 17th November 2024 at Manzil Banqueting Hall 29 Bury New Rd Cheetham Hill Manchester M8 8EQ.British Degree Educated Professionals Event Graduation Certificate Work I.D and British Passport…

Category: Lifestyle

TEL: 07738 638325
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17
NOV
The Manchester 1.5k, 5k, 10k and Half Marathon
Heaton Park.

.ENTRIES FOR 2024 ARE NOW AVAILABLE. SECURE YOUR SUPER EARLYBIRD ENTRYMoRunning brings everyday people together with our focus being to inspire you your family your kids and your friends to have the best time running When you MoRun you will be inspired…

Category: Sports

TEL: 07919 141534
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23
NOV
Vivaldi Four Seasons at Christmas by Candlelight
St Ann's Church

Enjoy an exceptional musical evening in the lead‐up to Christmas with a performance of Vivaldis timeless classic The Four Seasonsin the spectacular candlelit setting of St Anns Church in Manchester. The programme also includes much‐loved works by Pachelbel Bach and…

TEL: 03336 664466
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24
NOV
The Christie Festive Dash
Heaton Park,

The Christie Charity invites you to don your most delightful festive costumes and transform Heaton Park into a merry wonderland of Santas reindeers elves and snowmen at The Christie Festive Dash Whether you choose to run jog or walk this 5K route…

Category: Sports

TEL: 01614 463400
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26
NOV
Fairytale of New York
Opera House Manchester

After three sell out tours the ultimate Irish‐inspired Christmas concert is back with an even bigger production for 2024.From the producers of Seven Drunken Nights ‐ The Story of The Dubliners immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of Irish culture as our…

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01
DEC
ORPHANED LAND at Academy 3 - Manchester
Manchester Academy, England,

.Israeli metal outfit ORPHANED LAND return joined by very special guests DIRTY SHIRT and STRLERING OF GYGESROYAL RAGE as part of MOTOCULTOR FESTIVAL ACROSS EUROPE TOUR 2024.Tickets https:tinyurl.comypvjpb3b£20 adv.18:00‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐Presented by ba‐concerts.com‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐ORPHANED LANDorphaned‐land.comhttps:youtu.beBds3FALcR7MOrphaned Land is an Israeli…

TEL: 02081 038951
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05
DEC
PURE REASON REVOLUTION at Club Academy
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.7:30pmPresented by ba‐concerts.comPURE REASON REVOLUTIONhttps:youtu.beXFnls7FJAY0purereasonrevolutionofficial.comThis British band originally formed back in 2003. The band members had…

TEL: 02081 038951
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06
DEC
Snowstorm Firebird
The Trafford Centre

Experience the magic of Firebird a captivating winter show that combines the elegance of ice skating with the excitement of circus performances. Follow Irina on her epic quest to restore the wings of the mystical Firebirds stolen by the evil sorcerer. This…

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09
DEC
Walking Home
Walking With The Wounded

Each mile walked and every donation raised helps us to break the stigma around mental health to support veterans and their families.Walking Home is Walking With The Woundeds annual winter fundraising campaign. After a decade of walking and raising over £2 million…

Category: Lifestyle

TEL: 07907 703412
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14
DEC
OUR LAST NIGHT at Academy 2 - Manchester
Manchester Academy, Manchester

.Fans can expect an unforgettable live show as the band hits two major cities for their final UK headlining shows of the year.Tickets https:link.dice.fmp6d3450d4d06£25 adv.19:30‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐Presented by ba‐concerts.com‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐OUR LAST NIGHThttps:youtu.belptretX9SEMourlastnight.comFollowing a year of performances across the globe these two shows mark…

TEL: 02081 038951
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21
DEC
Handels Messiah (Highlights) at Christmas
St Ann's Church

Enjoy an outstanding candlelit concert in the run‐up to Christmas with a selection from Handels masterpiece The Messiah and other exceptional classical works . Brought to you by the phenomenal musicians of The Piccadilly Sinfonietta accompanying some of the most accomplished and…

TEL: 03336 664466
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27
DEC
Moonlight Sonata at Christmas by Candlelight
Manchester Cathedral

Treat yourself and your loved ones to an exceptional piano recital in the days after Christmas in the beautiful candlelit setting of Manchester Cathedral.Renowned British concert pianist Warren Mailley‐Smith will perform an outstanding selection of much‐loved piano works including Beethovens…

TEL: 03336 664466
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29
DEC
G4 Christmas - Manchester Monastery
The Monastery Manchester

.Get ready for a spectacular Christmas celebration with G4Escape into their world of mesmerising harmonies beautifully‐blended voices and impeccable showmanship within an idyllic festive settingJon Jai Mike and Duncan are delighted to bring their hotly‐anticipated 20th Anniversary G4 CHRISTMAS tour…

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10
JAN
Live Forever The Rise of Oasis
The Bridgewater Hall

Oasis Britains greatest rock n roll band will have its backstory explored on stage next year in the first production of its kind Live Forever where audiences will be transported back to the 90s to the very beginning of the iconic bands…

TEL: 01619 079000
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16
JAN
The Caravan, Motorhome & Holiday Show
Manchester Central Convention Complex

Caravanners campers and motorhomers delight as The Caravan Motorhome & Holiday Show returns to Manchester. Taking place at the impressive Manchester Central from Thursday 16th until Sunday 19th January 2025 the show will have a huge array of the newest motorhomes caravans…

Category: Exhibitions

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25
JAN
Moonlight Sonata by Candlelight
Manchester Cathedral

Treat yourself and your loved ones to an exceptional piano recital at the beautiful candlelit venue of Manchester Cathedral. Featuring renowned concert pianist Warren Mailley‐Smith the programme will include Beethovens masterpiece The Moonlight Sonata along with other outstanding piano worksFeaturingWarren Mailley‐Smith pianoProgrammeChopin…

TEL: 03336 664466
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25
JAN
Vivaldi Four Seasons by Candlelight
Manchester Cathedral

The exceptional musicians of the Piccadilly Sinfonietta perform Vivaldis timeless classic The Four Seasonsby candlelight in the beautiful setting of Manchester Cathedral featuring the outstanding violin soloist Victoria Lyon and renowned concert pianist Warren Mailley‐Smith. A hugely appealing programme designed…

TEL: 03336 664466
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02
FEB
The Manchester 5k, 10k and Half Marathon
Heaton Park,

.There will be loads of great entry benefits including full race chip timing a super cool medal snacks drinks some surprise goodies and a load of fun smiles and support along the way. So come on lets do this. Secure your place…

Category: Sports

TEL: 07919 141534
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14
FEB
Valentines Vivaldi by Candlelight
Manchester Cathedral

Treat yourself and your loved ones to the ultimate Valentines romantic experience and enjoy an exceptional selection of music featuring Vivaldis masterpiece The Four Seasons and other much‐loved works. Performed by the incredible musicians of the Piccadilly Sinfonietta in the beautiful candlelit…

TEL: 03336 664466
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14
FEB
Valentines Moonlight Sonata by Candlelight
Manchester Cathedral

Treat yourself and your loved ones to an exceptional Valentines piano recital in the beautiful candlelit setting of Manchester Cathedral . Renowned concert pianist Tyler Hay will perform an outstanding selection of classical and romantic piano works in a concert to rememberFeaturingTyler…

TEL: 03336 664466
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14
JUN
Jeff Dunham 'Artificial Intelligence'
Co-op Live

The dates are on Friday 13th June at Londons OVO Arena Wembley and Manchesters Co‐op Arena on Saturday 14th June and are part of his Artificial Intelligence tour. His last tour sold over 35000 tickets in the UK in 2022.Really looking forward…

TEL: 08000 686727
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11
JUL
Oasis - Live '25
Heaton Park, Manchester

.Oasis: The Heaton Park Reunion 2025In 2025 the legendary Manchester band Oasis will reunite for four historic nights at Heaton Park bringing their iconic sound back to the city where it all began. This monumental reunion set against the backdrop of Manchesters…

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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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Want to see what other attractions to visit when in Manchester? See our list of attractions in Manchester, including theme parks, castles, historic houses, zoos and many more family days out.


Updated: 10/11/2024 03:44:31

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