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Angels of Anarchy
26th Sept – 10th Jan
Manchester Art Gallery
A once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to see over 100 outstanding works by 33 women artists including Frida Khalo, Dorothea Tanning, Leonora Carrington and Lee Miller.
visitmanchester.com/angelsManchester Food & Drink Festival
1st - 12th October
Various Venues
Described as ‘Britain’s most engaged and creative urban food event’, the annual MFDF returns with a brilliantly boozy programme. An Independent and Local Wine Festival; Whiskey Festival; Real Ale Festival; and Manchester’s very own Oktoberfest provide a fitting warmer for the season. Food events range from the quirky to the sophisticated and include an edible mushroom hunt, guided foodie tours and a Regional Producers and Fine Food Market.
foodanddrinnkfestival.comManchester Comedy Festival
15th - 25th October
Various Venues
Manchester’s comedy scene is rich and boisterous. The festival reflects this with a full and diverse programme of events and performers representing everything from traditional stand up to musical acts, cabaret, film, sketch, improv and shows for all ages, with many events free to attend. The full spectrum of talent ranges from household names Michael McIntyre and Jimmy Carr to local comics in Manchester’s pubs and bars.
manchestercomedyfestival.co.ukIn The City
18th - 20th October
Various Venues
This new music festival and convention brings an electrifying atmosphere to the city. The event has an astonishing track record of helping launch the careers of bands like Oasis and Radiohead and over the past 15 years has hosted now-legendary gigs by Daft Punk and Arctic Monkeys and many more. The live, citywide gigs are free to visitors and are a great reason to explore the city’s diverse venues.
inthecity.co.ukManchester Literature Festival
15th - 25th October
Various Venues
The festival presents some of the world’s most influential and inspirational authors and poets in prestigious and unusual venues across the city.
manchesterliteraturefestival.co.ukManchester Science Festival
24th Oct - 1st Nov
Various Venues
There'll be a packed programme of clever events and activities for all the family throughout Manchester.
manchestersciencefestival.comManchester Costs Less
A trip to Manchester needn’t break the bank. Book in advance with Virgin Trains and get a 2-hour journey from as little as £8.
We’ve sourced some of the best special offers and hotel deals to offer you everything from comfort to luxury for less, and when you’re here city centre transport is free. Add lots of free events and exhibitions and Manchester is cheap as chips!
