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David Hockney: Bigger & Closer (not smaller & further away)
Let David Hockney take you on a personal journey through sixty years of his art in this vibrant…
Barbara Walker
The Whitworth's autumn programme leads with the first-ever survey exhibition and a new…
Chinese New Year in Manchester
Celebrate Chinese New Year in Manchester, as we welcome the Year of The Snake. Featuring…
JMW Turner In Light and Shade
Marking the 250th anniversary of his birth, this exhibition will explore the work and technique…
Bat Out Of Hell
Following a successful UK, Ireland and International tour from 2021 - 2023 the Award-winning Bat Out…
Manchester Film Festival
The North West’s biggest celebration of cinema is back, 19 to 29 March 2026, and you’re…
The Whitworth
The Whitworth is proudly part of the University of Manchester and serves as a bridge between the…
Manchester Art Gallery
Manchester Art Gallery has been at the centre of city life for 200 years. From its origins in the…
Manchester Museum
Manchester Museum has been at the heart of the city’s cultural scene for more than 130 years…
Mayfield Park
Open space, sky, trees, the natural meander of the Medlock and increased biodiversity; Manchester…
Castlefield
Castlefield in Manchester, located at the south-west end of Deansgate, is the industrial and Roman…
Science and Industry Museum
Explore 250 years of innovations and ideas that started life in Manchester and went on to change the…
Museum of Illusions
Manchester welcomes World-Famous Museum of Illusions to the city! Enter the fascinating world of…
Science and Industry Museum
Explore 250 years of innovations and ideas that started life in Manchester and went on to change the…
HOME
With five cinema screens, two theatres and an art gallery, HOME is an open and social space for the…
Coronation Street Experience - Step Onto The Iconic Street!
Coronation Street is part of the Visit Manchester Pass - giving you entry to iconic attractions and…
Aviva Studios
Image Credit: OMA. Courtesy: Factory International. Aviva Studios is a global destination for arts…
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…
Manchester Opera House
The Opera House has been part of Manchester's cultural scene since 1912. Along with its…
East Lancashire Railway
Nestled deep in the heart of the Irwell Valley, the East Lancashire Railway spans 12 miles of…
Z-arts
Z-arts is the UK’s only dedicated arts centre for children and families. A place to express…
Scranchester Food Tours
A truly immersive food tour of Manchester. Your local guide will take you on a multi-stop tour…
Manchester Cathedral
An essential visit in the City sporting a gorgeous interior with the best late medieval woodwork in…
People's History Museum
People’s History Museum (PHM) is the national museum of democracy, telling the story of its…
Victoria Baths
Situated just south of Manchester city centre in Chorlton-on-Medlock, Victoria Baths is one of the…
Chetham's Library
About/History Chetham's is a unique cultural institution in the heart of Manchester combining…
Castlefield Viaduct
Visitors can enjoy Manchester’s new sky park after the National Trust transformed a giant 330…
RHS Garden Bridgewater
RHS Garden Bridgewater is part of the Visit Manchester Pass - giving you entry to iconic attractions…
Manchester Jewish Museum
Manchester Jewish Museum is common ground; a hospitable place that makes connections by showing and…
Elizabeth Gaskell's House
Elizabeth Gaskell's House is part of the Visit Manchester Pass - giving you entry to iconic…
Manchester Arndale
When it comes to shopping in the city centre, Manchester Arndale is the ultimate destination. With…
The Trafford Centre
The Trafford Centre The world-renowned shopping and leisure destination has all the must-have…
Selfridges
Selfridges Exchange Square is located in the heart of the city and offers a luxury shopping…
GM Ringway - Greater Manchester’s walking trail
The GM Ringway is Greater Manchester’s walking trail. Designed around existing…
Mountain Goat Tours
Mountain Goat Tours are thrilled to announce an exciting new collaboration with the historic…
Scranchester Food Tours
A truly immersive food tour of Manchester. Your local guide will take you on a multi-stop tour…
Flavours of Manchester
Flavours of Manchester is a premier Food and Drink Walking Tour company that guides guests through…
The Manchester Floral Bicycle Tour by Blooms & Bicycles
Blooms & Bicycles is a community-based bicycle hire company from Manchester with a difference…
RHS Garden Bridgewater
RHS Garden Bridgewater is part of the Visit Manchester Pass - giving you entry to iconic attractions…
Manchester Wine Tours
Manchester Wine Tours are relaxed, three-hour jaunts around Manchester city centre calling at four…
Gulliver's World Resort
With a fantastic selection of rides, attractions and shows to see each day, Gulliver's World…
Food Sorcery, Deansgate Square
Award-Winning Food Sorcery Cookery School & Event Space Located in Manchester City Centre at the…
Explore Greater Manchester with our guide. Discover its diverse boroughs, cultural hubs, and scenic landscapes. Plan your visit to experience the unique charm of this dynamic region, offering a mix of urban excitement and tranquil escapes. Start your journey and explore the opportunities for…
Make the Most of February Half Term at Manchester’s Super Duper Family Festival
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This February half term, Manchester city centre becomes the ultimate playground for families as the…
What's on at Lowry 2026
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Enjoy unmissable experiences and inspiring performances in 2026 at Salford's iconic theatre…
The Palace Theatre and Opera House announce an exciting year of musicals
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Enjoy the magic of musicals at Manchester’s iconic theatres that define the city's rich…
Things to Do This Valentine's in Greater Manchester
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As Valentine's Day approaches, we've compiled the ultimate itinerary to celebrate the…
Manchester Chinatown's Chinese New Year Festivities
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Manchester does Lunar New Year like nowhere else in the UK. Bold, colourful and full of life, the…
Restaurants in Manchester to try this Lunar New Year
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From 17 February 2026, people around the world will be ringing in the Lunar New Year and welcoming…
Manchester Fitness and Wellness Studios and Clubs to Try This Year
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January in Manchester often arrives with cold mornings, darker evenings, and a collective urge to…
The Monastery of St Francis & Gorton Trust at 30: Celebrating Three Decades of Transformation
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In 2026, The Monastery of St Francis & Gorton Trust is proudly celebrating its 30th anniversary…
Manchester Through the Lens: A Film & TV Escape
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Manchester has become one of the UK’s most exciting cities for film and TV, with its streets…
What’s on at Manchester Museum in 2026
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If you’re planning things to do in Manchester in 2026, Manchester Museum should be firmly on…
Manchester to Oldham: A Simple Day-Trip Itinerary
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Oldham is often overlooked, but it makes a great day out from Manchester. Sitting right on the edge…
Manchester January Restaurant Deals 2026: The Best Food and Drink Offers
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Kick off 2026 with the best Manchester restaurant deals! From cosy cafés to top city-centre…
Plan your New Year's Eve Celebrations in Greater Manchester
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With New Year’s Eve just around the corner, Manchester and the surrounding areas of Greater…
Manchester's Hidden Gems: A Local Guide for Winter
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Discover Manchester’s hidden gems, from historic libraries and secret bars to an elevated…
Vegan-friendly Restaurants in Manchester this Veganuary
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Every January since 2014, hundreds of thousands of people in the UK have taken part in Veganuary…
Best Boxing Day Walks in Greater Manchester
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Once the last mince pie has mysteriously vanished and the festive films start repeating themselves…
The Best Midweek Deals to Take Advantage of in Manchester
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Who says dining out has to wait for the weekend? In Manchester, some of the best food deals pop up…
Celebrating Manchester’s Music Scene During the BRITs and MOBOs — Ticket or No Ticket
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Manchester’s about to take centre stage. With the BRIT Awards and the MOBOs both heading…
Festive Football Magic: Your Ultimate Guide to Manchester City This December
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The festive season is in full swing at the Etihad Stadium. December is bursting with opportunities…
Experience a Magical Christmas at Spinningfields
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This Christmas, elevate your festive celebrations at Spinningfields, Manchester’s most…
Guide to Christmas Events at MediaCity & The Quays: Lightwaves, feasting and family shows
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Looking for a Christmas celebration that sparkles with excitement and creativity? Discover why…
Sustainability at the newly open Power Hall at the Science and Industry Museum
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Header Image Credit: Credit Dave Bewick / Science and Industry Museum Power Hall: The Andrew Law…
Back with a bang! Manchester's fireworks displays set to return from 2026
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Council-organised firework displays in Manchester’s parks are set to return from next year…
What's on at the Theatres this Christmas
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This festive season, Manchester transforms into a dazzling hub for Christmas theatre shows…
Experience the Magic of Christmas at Trafford Centre’s Spectacular Events
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Step into a whirlwind of Christmas magic at Trafford Centre. This year, they’re pulling out…
