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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.

A Place in the Sun Live Manchester

Dreaming of buying a holiday home or relocating abroad? Kickstart your adventure at A Place in the…

Manchester Film Festival

Grab your tickets now - Manchester Film Festival is BACK, 19 to 29 March 2026! Returning for a 12th…

The Constant Wife

David Pugh and Cunard present The Royal Shakespeare Company production prior to London's West…

MAMMA MIA!

The sensational feel-good musical MAMMA MIA! embarks on a new UK tour, including a visit…

English National Opera: Angel's Bone

Two angels fall to earth and land in the middle of a broken marriage. Heaven help them. Care becomes…

Family Escape Room - The Library of Enchantment

A family-friendly escape room. Ever wanted to step inside a story? The Library of Enchantment is a…

27 Feb 2026 - 31 Dec 2026

Jurassic Seas at SEA LIFE Manchester

Sea Life Manchester

Travel back millions of years and navigate through the Jurassic Trail at SEA LIFE Manchester…

27 Feb 2026 - 01 Mar 2026

LEGO® Creativity Academy

LEGOLAND Discovery Centre

Explore your creativity at LEGOLAND® Discovery Centre Manchester to learn awesome LEGO…

27 Feb 2026 - 01 Mar 2026

Luminiscence UK

Manchester Cathedral

Luminiscence arrives in the UK for the first time, transforming Manchester Cathedral into a fully…

27 Feb 2026 - 26 Mar 2026

Machu Picchu: Journey to the Lost City

Step into Machu Picchu: Journey to the Lost City and experience the legendary Inca…

27 Feb 2026 - 28 Feb 2026

The Jury Experience: Diamonds, Lies, and a Dead Man

The Stoller Hall

You've been called for jury duty. Scandal brews as a disgraced ex-driver stands trial for…

28 Feb 2026 - 11 Apr 2026

Candlelight: Best of Bridgerton on Strings

Dearest Reader, Lady Whistledown has already given her verdict: the event of the season is here!…

05 Mar 2026 -

Red Rose Diner

East Lancashire Railway

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

06 Mar 2026 - 20 Nov 2026

Taste Film presents Pulp Fiction (1994) in Manchester

13 Mar 2026 - 15 Mar 2026

The Mystery of Banksy – A Genius Mind: Manchester

Dive into Banksy’s mysterious and provocative universe with The Mystery of Banksy – A…

13 Mar 2026 - 28 Jun 2026

Candlelight: A Tribute to Fleetwood Mac

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

27 Mar 2026 - 17 Apr 2026

Gravity - Starring Kerry Ellis, Louise Dearman & Rachel Tucker

Manchester Opera House

You’re invited to experience Gravity — a remarkable night that brings together three…

10 Apr 2026 -

Carlos Acosta's Carmen

Manchester Opera House

A flamenco-Cuban-ballet contemporary mashup bursting with energy and inventive choreography…

22 Apr 2026 - 25 Apr 2026

Blue

Manchester Opera House

Kilimanjaro Live & Triple A Entertainment present: Blue – 25th Anniversary Tour + Special…

18 May 2026 -

Sounds of the City

Castlefield Bowl

Sounds of the City is back in July 2026, taking over Manchester’s Castlefield Bowl for a…

02 Jul 2026 - 12 Jul 2026

Diesel Midweek Luncheon

East Lancashire Railway

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

29 Jul 2026 - 26 Aug 2026

André Rieu

Co-op Live

André Rieu, world-renowned Dutch violinist and conductor, will be bringing his brand new show…

11 Sep 2026 -

Mike Wozniak: The Bench

Manchester Opera House

Ever wondered how Mike’s Great-Aunt Zusa made it from Poland to Luton with a war nipping at her…

13 Sep 2026 -

Brandi Carlile

Co-op Live

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

18 Oct 2026 -

Hits Radio Live 2026

Co-op Live

Hits Radio Live returns to Manchester in 2026! Don’t miss the party of the year as Hits…

21 Nov 2026 -

Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs (Pantomime)

Manchester Opera House

Mirror, Mirror, on the wall, don’t miss the fairest pantomime of them all! Snow White and the…

05 Dec 2026 - 03 Jan 2027

El Gato Negro Tapas

Chef patron Simon Shaw creates seasonally-influenced dishes, combining modern and traditional…

The Trafford Centre

The Trafford Centre The world-renowned shopping and leisure destination has all the must-have…

Co-op Live

As the UK’s only music-first arena, Co-op Live boasts the largest floor space of any indoor…

AO Arena

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

Science and Industry Museum

Explore 250 years of innovations and ideas that started life in Manchester and went on to change the…

IWM North

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

Aviva Studios

Image Credit: OMA. Courtesy: Factory International. Aviva Studios is a global destination for arts…

Chester Zoo

Winter adventures start just 50 minutes from Manchester at Chester Zoo Home to over 30,000 animals…

Lowry

A magnificent building alongside Salford Quays, inside visitors will find three stunning theatres…

Palace Theatre

The Palace Theatre has been part of Manchester's cultural scene since 1891. Along with its…

Coronation Street Experience - Step Onto The Iconic Street!

Coronation Street is part of the Visit Manchester Pass - giving you entry to iconic attractions and…

Manchester City Football Club Stadium and Club Tour

Manchester City Stadium Tour is part of the Visit Manchester Pass - giving you entry to iconic…

Old Trafford Tour & Museum

Old Trafford Tour & Museum offers a behind the scenes look at the world’s most iconic…

RHS Garden Bridgewater

RHS Garden Bridgewater is part of the Visit Manchester Pass - giving you entry to iconic attractions…

LEGOLAND Discovery Centre

********* LEGOLAND Discovery Centre Manchester is the ultimate indoor LEGO Playground and offers an…

Sea Life Manchester

********* Come face-to-fin with thousands of creatures at SEA LIFE Manchester, including majestic…

Scranchester Food Tours

A truly immersive food tour of Manchester. Your local guide will take you on a multi-stop tour…

Craft Beer Tour Manchester

Craft Beer Tour Manchester is part of the Visit Manchester Pass - giving you entry to iconic…

The Manchester Pub Walkabout

The funniest pub tours in the country, absurd yet factual roller-coasters staggering across three…

Sightseeing Manchester - Open-Top Bus Tour

Sightseeing Manchester is part of the Visit Manchester Pass - giving you entry to iconic…

Eryri (Snowdonia), North Wales & Chester Tour from Manchester

King Edward built a castle in Conwy, King Arthur slayed a giant in Eryri (Snowdonia), and the Romans…

Windermere & the Lake District - Day Tour from Manchester

The Lake District is where people go to rejuvenate their senses. The soaring mountains refresh…

The Edwardian Manchester

A 5-star luxury hotel with spa in Manchester’s city centre The Edwardian Manchester offers its…

The Midland Hotel

Set in the heart of Manchester, this Grade II listed building exudes elegance and history. Following…

Hotel Gotham Manchester

Boutique 5* hotel, Rooftop Private Members Bar, GILT Club & 2AA Rosette Honey Restaurant. Hotel…

Dakota Manchester

Dakota is a lifestyle brand for the independent thinking, discerning traveller. An eight-story new…

YOTEL Manchester Deansgate

You can’t get much more central than YOTEL Manchester Deansgate. Just off Deansgate, in the…

Kimpton Clocktower Hotel

Kimpton Clocktower Hotel is a luxury hotel with an industrial soul that is sprawled out on Oxford…

Maldron Hotel Manchester Cathedral Quarter

Maldron Hotel Manchester Cathedral Quarter is a newly built four-star hotel, ideally located…

Clayton Hotel Manchester City Centre

Clayton Hotel Manchester City Centre is a truly luxurious and stylish 4-star hotel, perfectly…

Stockport

Situated just 10-minutes south of Manchester city centre by train, Stockport is well worth a visit…

Rochdale

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

Bolton

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

Bury

Just north of Manchester, the borough of Bury is a great combination of award winning attractions…

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Visit Manchester Insider’s Guide Part 1: Neighbourhoods

This content is drawn from the Visit Manchester Insider’s Guide. Filled with ideas and inspiration for things to see, do, and eat, as well as places to stay, the 40-page guide features dedicated sections on what's new and upcoming, along with maps and spotlight pages highlighting Greater…

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Our Ultimate Guide to Festivals in Manchester

Manchester is gearing up for one of its biggest festival years yet. From world‑class music events to cultural celebrations, 2026 brings an exciting line-up across Greater Manchester. Whether you’re searching for summer music festivals, family-friendly events, film and arts showcases, food and drink…

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Curry Mile: The Ultimate Guide to Rusholme’s Famous Food Strip

At the heart of Manchester’s culinary weave lies the legendary Curry Mile. This iconic stretch of Wilmslow Road has earned its place as one of the UK’s most recognisable dining destinations, combining heritage, hospitality and an ever-evolving food scene. Top Restaurants on Manchester’s Curry Mile…

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Celebrating Manchester’s Music Scene During the BRITs and MOBOs — Ticket or No Ticket

Manchester’s about to take centre stage. With the BRIT Awards and the MOBOs both heading north, the city is gearing up for a year that will shine a fresh spotlight on its musical identity. The BRITs will break tradition by leaving London for the first time, taking over Co-op Live, and a few weeks…

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Events in Manchester celebrating International Women's Day

Sunday 8th March 2026 marks International Women’s Day, a day to show solidarity, promote equality and celebrate girl power in all of its glory. Greater Manchester has been home to incredible and influential women over the years, some of them have changed history almost singlehandedly. It’s time to…

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Top 7 Ways to Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in Manchester

St. Patrick’s Day falls on 17 March, with events across the city including the Manchester St. Patrick’s Day Parade, live Irish music, traditional dancing, food specials, and themed celebrations - some lasting an entire week! Most events take place around Sunday 15 March, so there’s usually no need…

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Top 6 Reasons Manchester Is One of the Best UK Cities for Students

Choosing where to study isn’t just about the course you pick, it’s also about finding the right city to live, learn, and make the most of your time as a student. If you’re getting ready to start your university journey in Manchester this September, you’ll soon see why so many students from across…

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Celebrate World Book Day in Greater Manchester

World Book Day is an annual campaign focused on helping children access books and develop a lasting reading habit. Over the years, children and teachers have dressed up as book characters and taken part in reading events in schools and libraries to celebrate World Book Day. Dressing up as a book…

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The Best Ways to Celebrate Mother's Day in Greater Manchester

With Mother’s Day just around the corner, it’s time to show the remarkable women in our lives how much they mean to us. Whether your mum loves a day packed with family fun, a night at the theatre, getting close to nature, or indulging in a spot of shopping and a delicious meal, Greater Manchester…

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