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Your Ultimate Guide to WOMEX Festival

Immerse yourself in a vibrant mix of musical genres and styles, including folk, roots, jazz and electronic, with artists representing diverse cultures and regions from around the globe. Whether you're planning your evening experiences or just curious about the amazing line-up at this year’s WOMEX…

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5 reasons to attend the Manchester Wine Festival

1. Meet producers making wine at more than 100 estates around the world Travel the world through wine … and meet the people who make your favourite bottles. Meet the talented winemaker, Sofia Barbanera, who is behind customer favourite the Saracosa, and everyone’s favourite Frenchman Jean-Marc…

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Synagogue Nights return to Manchester Jewish Museum

Manchester Jewish Museum has just announced their 2024 programme of the audiences’ much-loved Synagogue Nights: a series of intimate performances in their 150-year old Spanish and Portuguese Synagogue. Starting this October, audiences can see theatre shows and live music, with shows celebrating…

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A guide to MediaCity & The Quays

MediaCity and The Quays is an iconic waterfront destination positioned on the banks of the historic Manchester Ship Canal, in Salford, Greater Manchester. A place bursting with creativity and culture, boasting one of the UK’s most visited arts attractions - The Lowry. The Lowry is an award-winning…

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Manchester set to be transformed into a green oasis

Manchester City Council and the Government Property Agency (GPA) have opened a joint consultation around emerging plans for the former retail site. Open from today (Tuesday 27 August) the consultation will gather feedback from local residents, businesses and other stakeholders that will help guide…

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Plan your visit to Manchester to see Oasis

Britpop is back, as one of Manchester’s biggest bands reunite in 2025 for what will most likely be a sell-out tour across the UK and Ireland. After years of false hope and public feuds, the Gallagher brothers have announced their highly anticipated Oasis reunion. Sixteen dates have been confirmed…

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Unmissable Music in Manchester – September Gig Guide

From McFly and Fields of Gold to ground-breaking performances in offbeat venues including the Gorilla and Albert Hall, Manchester is the home of Unmissable Music. Check out our roundup of events coming up in September. Manchester’s own GoGo Penguin team up with cognitive design studio TENENTNET for…

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