Manchester International Festival

Manchester International Festival (MIF) is returning this summer for another 18 extraordinary days of world premieres and special events.

From 4 to 21 July 2019, MIF19 will be welcoming a spectacular variety of artists to present new work and special events in a rich tapestry of venues across Greater Manchester.

Following November’s announcement that Yoko Ono, Skepta, Janelle Monáe, Idris Elba and Kwame Kwei-Armah will all feature at the Festival, the full MIF19 programme can be found at mif.co.uk.

Extend your stay in Manchester and experience everything the city has to offer. From its unique and eclectic restaurants and bars, to its vast array of museums, galleries, there's plenty to keep you entertained in Manchester.

A huge number of attractions in Manchester are free including Manchester Museum, Manchester Art Gallery, the Museum of Science and Industry, Imperial War Museum North, and the People's History Museum, as well as the fantastic National Football Museum. For something different, why not head to The Lowry at Salford Quays, home to three stunning theatres and galleries, and while you're there explore the Northern home of the BBC with a studio tour (prebooking essential) and the home of one of the UK's best loved soaps, Coronation Street.

Explore Manchester's vast culinary scene with new restaurants, bars, gastropubs, micro breweries and cafes opening weekly. With foodie destinations such as the Corn Exchange and Mackie Mayor and independent brunch hotspots such as Federal and Evelyn's Cafe Bar.

Explore the below itineraries to help plan your visit, and take advantage of some of the great hotel and food & beverage offers too.