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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.

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…

Jurassic Seas at SEA LIFE Manchester

Sea Life Manchester

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

03 Feb 2026 - 01 Mar 2026

Luminiscence UK

Manchester Cathedral

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

03 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…

03 Feb 2026 - 28 Feb 2026

Swan Lake

Manchester Opera House

Lose yourself in the magic of classical ballet this new year. Swan Lake is arguably the…

03 Feb 2026 -

LEGO® Creativity Academy

LEGOLAND Discovery Centre

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

07 Feb 2026 - 01 Mar 2026

Candlelight: Best of Bridgerton on Strings

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

26 Feb 2026 - 05 Mar 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

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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Tucked just off Stevenson Square, you'll find The Fitzgerald. Inspired by the secret drinking spots of the Prohibition era, The Fitzgerald is a setting built for listening. A discreet entrance and darkened staircase open into an intimate, low-lit room where 1920s glamour frames the experience rather…

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The Palace Theatre and Opera House announce an exciting year of musicals

Enjoy the magic of musicals at Manchester’s iconic theatres that define the city's rich cultural landscape. The Palace Theatre has a wonderful history with performers such as Judy Garland, Gracie Fields, Danny Kaye, Noel Coward, Laurel and Hardy, and Harry Houdini gracing its stage. It's sister…

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Manchester’s Next Wave: Rising Artists You Need to Know

With the BRIT Awards arriving in Manchester for the first time, all eyes are on the city. Away from the headlines, a new wave of artists are shaping the local music scene. From local duo Super Market to artists including The Monamees, Samvl, Ruby Joyce, George Lawson, samxemma and M60, this blog…

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The Best Midweek Deals to Take Advantage of in Manchester

Who says dining out has to wait for the weekend? In Manchester, some of the best food deals pop up midweek - perfect for those spontaneous dinners, low-key date nights, or budget-friendly catch-ups with friends. From 50% off ramen and sushi to 3 tapas dishes for £20, the city is full of tasty offers…

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2026 MOBO Awards announce hosts and first wave of performers

Manchester will take centre stage this spring as the MOBO Awards return on 26 March 2026, bringing a major celebration of Black music and culture to the city. Marking its…

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Nominations Announced for the The BRIT Awards 2026 with Mastercard

Nominations for The BRIT Awards 2026 with Mastercard were announced today exclusively via Bring on the BRITs, a digital broadcast filmed at Manchester’s Co-op Live and streamed across the official BRITs’ Instagram and Facebook. Hosts Charley Marlowe and Sarah Story revealed the artists nominated…

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February half term in Manchester

As the first half term of 2026 approaches, you might be looking for activities to keep the kids busy on their week off. Manchester has an exciting array of family-friendly events and attractions, from the four-day free Super Duper Family Festival to coming face-to-face with the might Triceratops at…

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Make the Most of February Half Term at Manchester’s Super Duper Family Festival

This February half term, Manchester city centre becomes the ultimate playground for families as the Super Duper Family Festival returns. From Wednesday 18th to Saturday 21st February, the city will be bursting with fun and creativity during four days of FREE activities. With eight FREE Play Zones…

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What's on at Lowry 2026

Enjoy unmissable experiences and inspiring performances in 2026 at Salford's iconic theatre, Lowry. Lowry has been spreading joy of art and creativity for over 25 years. As a charity, Lowry puts every pound back into fantastic projects across local communities, nurturing young talent and creating a…

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