Halloween in the City Weekender Returns: Saturday 24 October & 25 October.
Christmas is a magical time in Greater Manchester and the perfect occasion to combine a short festive break with a spot of Christmas shopping. With hundreds of high street and independent boutique shops to choose from, Greater Manchester attracts visitors from far and wide, particularly during this…
Looking for things to do in Manchester this week? From live music and theatre to family-friendly days out, food festivals and major sporting events, there’s something happening across Greater Manchester every day.
Sylvia Pankhurst - fearless, flawed, and unforgettable. The untold story of the rebellious middle…
Manchester Literature Festival is an inspiring celebration of stories, ideas and…
The iconic international West End and Broadway smash hit musical comedy Legally Blonde The Musical…
In Portrait of Black Britain, Cephas Williams – artist, photographer, speaker, activist and…
Experience a landmark moment in Manchester’s sporting history as Manchester Storm returns to…
Globally renowned pop group Westlife have unveiled an appearance at Co-op Live on their UK leg of…
Dearest Reader, Lady Whistledown has already given her verdict: the event of the season is here!…
01 Oct 2026 - 29 Oct 2026
Send a Personalised Christmas Letter from Santa Claus Many of us will know a little girl or boy who…
01 Oct 2026 - 19 Dec 2026
A family-friendly escape room. Ever wanted to step inside a story? The Library of Enchantment is a…
01 Oct 2026 - 31 Dec 2026
Step into Machu Picchu: Journey to the Lost City and experience the legendary Inca…
01 Oct 2026 - 29 Nov 2026
Step on board our luxury Pullman carriages and sample fine cuisine in opulent surroundings whilst…
01 Oct 2026 - 20 Nov 2026
Known as one of music's most respected voices, Brandi Carlile is an 11x Grammy Award-winning…
18 Oct 2026 -
UH OH. Phil Wang’s back with a new stand - up show, and he’s older than ever before…
18 Oct 2026 -
Hits Radio Live returns to Manchester in 2026! Don’t miss the party of the year as Hits…
21 Nov 2026 -
Holiday Bricktacular There's so many festive-themed activities, plus access to two rides…
22 Nov 2026 - 30 Dec 2026
Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to…
26 Nov 2026 -
Disney’s The Muppet Christmas Carol in Concert Live to Film returns to the Hall this winter…
07 Dec 2026 -
This Christmas, the star studded Love Actually—perhaps one of the most quotable and adored…
15 Dec 2026 -
Welcome to Burlesque the Musical, the glamorous, gritty and outrageously fun new musical based on…
06 Jan 2027 - 23 Jan 2027
Charli XCX is set to bring her electrifying live show to Manchester's Co-op Live on Wednesday 17…
17 Feb 2027 -
Murder, greed, corruption, exploitation, adultery and treachery…all those things we hold near…
25 May 2027 - 29 May 2027
Sounds of the City is back in July 2026, taking over Manchester’s Castlefield Bowl for a…
02 Jul 2027 - 12 Jul 2027
Located in the heart of Spinningfields near Deansgate, Fogo de Chão Manchester (formerly…
Z-arts is the UK’s only dedicated arts centre for children and families. A place to express…
Jodrell Bank is an amazing, unique, and awe-inspiring place. A world-leading deep-space radio…
The Whitworth is proudly part of the University of Manchester and serves as a bridge between the…
Pip is a seasonal produce-led restaurant located on the ground floor of Treehouse Manchester…
Manchester Museum has been at the heart of the city’s cultural scene for more than 130 years…
The Trafford Centre The world-renowned shopping and leisure destination has all the must-have…
As the UK's leading next-generation arena, Co-op Live is redefining live entertainment. Located…
The AO Arena Manchester, managed and operated by ASM Global, is one of the busiest venues in the…
Explore 250 years of innovations that started life in Manchester and went on to change the world on…
Extraordinary Powerful Stories IWM North makes full use of its renowned architecture to…
Image Credit: OMA. Courtesy: Factory International. Aviva Studios is a global destination for arts…
Adventures start just 50 minutes from Manchester at Chester Zoo Explore Chester Zoo Home to over…
A magnificent building alongside Salford Quays, inside visitors will find three stunning theatres…
The Palace Theatre has been part of Manchester's cultural scene since 1891. Along with its…
The Grade 2 listed Great Northern building, a former railway goods distribution warehouse is now a…
About The Experience Join us for an unforgettable journey as we open the doors to Manchester's…
Visit the home of the Premier League Champions! Get behind the scenes and immerse yourself in the…
Step into the magic of Old Trafford and experience Manchester United like never before. This…
Reviving the gardens of the historic 156 acre Worsley New Hall estate to create RHS Garden…
LEGOLAND Discovery Centre Manchester is the ultimate indoor LEGO Playground and offers an…
Come face-to-fin with thousands of creatures at SEA LIFE Manchester, including majestic sharks…
A truly immersive food tour of Manchester. Your local guide will take you on a multi-stop tour…
Join us on a craft beer adventure as we tour Manchester and sample the best local produce that…
The funniest pub tours in the country, absurd yet factual roller-coasters staggering across three…
Discover the city’s heritage and how it has grown to be the progressive hub it is today with a…
King Edward built a castle in Conwy, King Arthur slayed a giant in Eryri (Snowdonia), and the Romans…
The Lake District is where people go to rejuvenate their senses. The soaring mountains refresh…
A 5-star luxury hotel with spa in Manchester’s city centre The Edwardian Manchester offers its…
Set in the heart of Manchester, this Grade II listed building exudes elegance and history. Following…
Dakota Manchester Airport The destination before the destination - Dakota Manchester Airport…
Dakota Manchester Relaxed luxury, refined style and charming service - welcome to Dakota Manchester…
What to Expect at The Rex: Manchester’s Bold New Boutique Hotel Introducing The Rex - the bold…
King Street Townhouse – A Boutique Retreat in the Heart of Manchester Discover a hidden gem at…
This stunning hotel has been transformed from a one-time elegant warehouse built in 1904, to become…
Treehouse Manchester is a hotel that aims to offer a playful and nostalgic experience for its…
Discover the perfect blend of luxury and convenience at Oddfellows On The Park, nestled within the…
You can’t get much more central than YOTEL Manchester Deansgate. Just off Deansgate, in the…
Kimpton Clocktower Hotel is a luxury hotel with an industrial soul that is sprawled out on Oxford…
Lying to the northeast of Manchester, the borough of Oldham is a great combination of spectacular…
Explore the diverse offerings of Spinningfields, a central hub in Manchester known for its dining…
A unique waterfront location and home to the BBC and ITV, MediaCity and The Quays is home to the…
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Image Credit: Carl Sukonik Manchester's favourite Halloween creatures are having a birthday party, and the whole city is invited. Halloween in the City returns to Manchester city centre this October with a free weekender full of monster parties, live performances, a brand-new bake-off and the…
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A local guide to Manchester’s music history, museums, galleries, theatres, food halls and heritage spots, with enough here to turn a quick visit into a proper city break. First time in Manchester? Quick answer: If it’s your first time in Manchester, don’t try to do it all in one day. The city…
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Summer may be over, but family adventures certainly aren't. With school holidays to fill, special occasions to celebrate and plenty of memories still waiting to be made, January, February and March are the perfect time to plan a family escape. We know the start of the year can be a busy and…
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Spooky season is almost here, and whether you’re looking for a trick or a treat, Greater Manchester has a whole host of events to help you celebrate in style. For little ones, the city region is once again getting a bewitching makeover as the iconic MCR Monsters take over the rooftops and streets.
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Looking for Autumn activities that are fun for the whole family? Thankfully, Greater Manchester is buzzing this time of year with spooktacular events, outdoor adventures and free family fun. Beware as you walk through Manchester City Centre, because the MCR Monsters are back taking over the streets…
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Christmas is the most magical time of year, but it can also be one of the busiest. Between festive shopping, social events and endless to-do lists, the new year offers the…
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Manchester is one of those cities where almost every corner has a story – and usually, a great photo waiting to happen. From hidden streets and colourful murals to grand old libraries and canals, it’s a place made for wandering with your camera. Some areas feel straight out of a film set, with…
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Christmas is one of the most magical times of the year, and if you're looking for the best places to meet Santa in Manchester, you'll find plenty of festive experiences to choose from. From immersive North Pole adventures and traditional Christmas grottos to festive farm visits, storytelling…
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One of the world's most recognised touring…
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