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What's On This Week

Whether you're a local looking for a new adventure or a visitor eager to explore, our carefully curated selection of events will ensure your week is filled with unforgettable moments.

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What's on in Manchester - Highlights

Power Up

Power Up

Take gaming to the next level with Power Up at the Science and Industry Museum in Manchester…

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Candlelight: Hans Zimmer's Best Works

Candlelight: Hans Zimmer's Best Works

Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to…

06 Jun 2025 - 15 Aug 2025
Candlelight: The Best of Joe Hisaishi

Candlelight: The Best of Joe Hisaishi

Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to…

06 Jun 2025 -
Red Rose Diner 2025

Red Rose Diner 2025

Step on board the luxury Pullman carriages and sample fine cuisine in opulent surroundings…

06 Jun 2025 - 21 Nov 2025
Timeleft - Dinners with strangers

Timeleft - Dinners with strangers

Experience Wednesday differently: Thousands gather every week to connect over delicious meals and…

06 Jun 2025 - 31 Dec 2025
Rail Ale Trail

Rail Ale Trail

Chug through lush valleys and pretty villages, take in the stunning scenery and sample some…

07 Jun 2025 - 06 Sep 2025
Robbie Williams

Robbie Williams

Robbie Williams today announces his highly anticipated tour for 2025, which will see the global icon…

10 Jun 2025 - 11 Jun 2025
Lionel Richie

Lionel Richie

Lionel Richie, a Grammy Awards®, Oscar®, and Golden Globe® winning icon, has sold over…

12 Jun 2025 - 13 Jun 2025
Gin Tasting Diner 2025

Gin Tasting Diner 2025

Enjoy a culinary adventure paired to some amazing gins from around the world! Sample some…

13 Jun 2025 - 16 Aug 2025
Candlelight: A Tribute to Oasis

Candlelight: A Tribute to Oasis

Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to…

14 Jun 2025 -
Candlelight: Tribute to Sherlock Holmes

Candlelight: Tribute to Sherlock Holmes

Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to…

14 Jun 2025 -
A Night at the Opera by Candlelight

A Night at the Opera by Candlelight

Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of opera with "A Night at the Opera," a…

15 Jun 2025 -
Travel to Wonderland

Travel to Wonderland

You're late, you're late, for a very important date! It's time to take a tumble down the…

15 Jun 2025 -
Moonlight Sonata by Candlelight

Moonlight Sonata by Candlelight

Brought to you by City Music, join renowned British concert pianist Warren…

21 Jun 2025 -
Vivaldi Four Seasons by Candlelight

Vivaldi Four Seasons by Candlelight

Enjoy a spectacular evening with some of the greatest classical music ever written, including…

21 Jun 2025 -
Brandi Carlile

Brandi Carlile

Known as one of music's most respected voices, Brandi Carlile is an 11x Grammy Award-winning…

25 Jun 2025 -
Midweek Luncheon 2025

Midweek Luncheon 2025

Sit back and relax in the luxury Pullman carriages while we serve up some traditional hearty…

25 Jun 2025 - 29 Oct 2025
Sounds of the City

Sounds of the City

Sounds of the City is back in July 2025, taking over Manchester’s Castlefield Bowl for a…

02 Jul 2025 - 12 Jul 2025
Candlelight: Rings & Dragons

Candlelight: Rings & Dragons

Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to…

11 Jul 2025 - 29 Nov 2025
OASIS LIVE'25

OASIS LIVE'25

Oasis announce their first UK and Ireland shows in 16 years. Oasis have ended years of feverish…

11 Jul 2025 - 16 Jul 2025
Candlelight: A Tribute to ABBA

Candlelight: A Tribute to ABBA

Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to…

18 Jul 2025 -
Wine Tasting Diner 2025

Wine Tasting Diner 2025

Enjoy a culinary adventure expertly paired to fine wines from around the world! Sample some…

19 Jul 2025 - 08 Nov 2025
The Dino Adventure

The Dino Adventure

Have you ever wanted to pet a pachycephalosaurus, get together with a Triceratops or tickle a T-Rex…

20 Jul 2025 -
The ELO Experience

The ELO Experience

The ELO Experience has been bringing the music of Jeff Lynne and The Electric Light orchestra to the…

27 Jul 2025 -
The Wizarding Adventure

The Wizarding Adventure

It's time to sign up to our spellbinding school of sorcery as you take a wacky and wonderful…

27 Jul 2025 -
Day Out With Thomas at East Lancashire Railway

Day Out With Thomas at East Lancashire Railway

Take a trip on Sodor’s number one tank engine and meet Sir Topham Hatt on this spectacular day…

02 Aug 2025 - 05 Oct 2025
Rail Ale Trail: Walk up a Thirst

Rail Ale Trail: Walk up a Thirst

Climb aboard one of our steam or diesel trains on the ELR as we guide you through the history and…

08 Aug 2025 - 20 Sep 2025
Villain Academy

Villain Academy

Join a rogue’s gallery of vile villains on a journey to complete a dastardly quest. During…

15 Aug 2025 -
Sam Fender

Sam Fender

Indie from the North Shields singer-songwriter and guitarist. After starting his career as an actor…

16 Aug 2025 -
Peppa Pig

Peppa Pig

The East Lancashire Railway is thrilled to welcome back everyone's favourite cheeky little…

21 Aug 2025 - 22 Aug 2025
Manchester Pride Parade

Manchester Pride Parade

The Manchester Pride Parade is the city's biggest parade, with tens of thousands of LGBTQ+…

23 Aug 2025 -

Manchester highlights

Some of the must-see attractions, experiences and places to stay in Manchester

Printworks

Printworks

Printworks is a buzzing, entertainment and leisure complex located in the heart of Manchester City…

Selfridges

Selfridges

Selfridges Exchange Square is located in the heart of the city and offers a luxury shopping…

AO Arena

AO Arena

The AO Arena Manchester, managed and operated by ASM Global, is one of the busiest venues in the…

IWM North

IWM North

Extraordinary Powerful Stories  IWM North makes full use of its renowned architecture to…

Experiences to book now

Discover these bookable activities to make the most of your trip to Manchester

Places to stay in Manchester

Make yourself at home at one of Manchester's great hotels or serviced apartments.

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Explore Manchester's neighbourhoods

Find out about some of the districts that make Manchester such a diverse region.

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Rochdale Pioneer's Museum

Rochdale

Rochdale is a borough in the north of Greater Manchester, comprising of Heywood, Middleton, Milnrow…

Smithills Hall

Bolton

Bolton is friendly town full of character in Greater Manchester, Ideally located close to the…

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Top 6 Reasons Why Manchester is Great for Students

Top 6 Reasons Why Manchester is Great for Students

Choosing where to go to university isn’t just about the course you pick, it’s also about finding the right place to live, learn, and make the most of your time as a student. And when it comes to student life in Manchester, it’s easy to see why so many people from across the UK and beyond decide to…

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8 Fathers Day Activities around Greater Manchester

8 Fathers Day Activities around Greater Manchester

Father’s Day is fast approaching. Sunday 15 June is a day dedicated to celebrating that special man in your life. Greater Manchester has a tonne of fun activities to help make this Father’s Day one to remember whether your father figure is a beer lover, football fan or music buff, or anything in…

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Manchester Museum named European Museum of the Year 2025
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Manchester Museum named European Museum of the Year 2025

Manchester Museum has been recognised as one of Europe’s leading museums after winning the European Museum of the Year Award (EMYA) 2025. The annual prize is one of the most prestigious museum awards in the world and Manchester Museum, part of The University of Manchester, is the first university…

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Your Manchester Flower Festival Itinerary
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Your Manchester Flower Festival Itinerary

The Manchester Flower Festival is set to bloom from Friday, 23 May to Monday, 26 May 2025, transforming the city centre into a vibrant celebration of floral artistry, culture, and community. Here's your guide to making the most of this blossoming event. Explore the Floral Trail Embark on a…

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Spotlight on Stockport with Little Miss Traveller

Spotlight on Stockport with Little Miss Traveller

Little Miss Traveller is shining the spotlight on Stockport as part of the 'Days out in Manchester' series. Discover the 15 splendid reasons for visiting the town. Getting there: Stockport is located eight miles south east of Manchester and is easily reached by train taking only ten minutes from…

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Sustainable Dining at Winsome

Sustainable Dining at Winsome

Located at 74 Princess Street, Winsome is one of Manchester’s most exciting culinary venues leading the charge in sustainable dining. With a strong ethos rooted in reducing waste and supporting local producers, Winsome delivers a dining experience that is both thoughtful and environmentally…

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