MediaCity and The Quays

MediaCity & The Quays is an iconic waterfront destination positioned on the banks of the historic Manchester Ship Canal, in Salford, Greater Manchester.

It’s a place bursting with creativity and culture, boasting one of the UK’s most visited arts attractions - Lowry and award-winning Imperial War Museum North. It’s home to the BBC and Coronation Street’s famous cobbled set and experience, while dock10 attracts TV show audiences all year round thanks to the many shows filmed here including The Voice and Countdown.

Expect a vibrant bar and restaurant scene including Quayside’s new Central Bay waterfront foodie destination – home to Kargo MKT, which champions up and coming culinary talent and with 20 independent kitchens makes it one of the largest food halls in the area neighbouring 11 Central a brand new microbrewery and bar. Across MediaCity & The Quays, there is a choice of popular names including wagamama, The Botanist, The Alchemist to Turtle Bay and Pizza Express. As well as the thriving food and drink scene, you can find a mix of high street brands and convenience-led stores within Quayside MediaCity.

MediaCity & The Quays’ wide, open spaces enables it to host an eclectic roster of events from immersive art installations to family orientated festivals. It’s easy to access too - located just 10 minutes from Manchester City Centre with fantastic transport links and three dedicated Metrolink stations (the biggest rail system in the UK) means it couldn’t be easier.

Things to do at MediaCity and The Quays

At MediaCity and The Quays you'll find a wealth of world-class entertainment, leisure and cultural facilities on offer.

Lowry

Lowry

A magnificent building alongside Salford Quays, inside visitors will find three stunning theatres…

IWM North

IWM North

Extraordinary Powerful Stories  IWM North makes full use of its renowned architecture to…

What's on at MediaCity and The Quays

Stay in the know about the latest events and entertainment at MediaCity and The Quays, Greater Manchester's premier waterfront district. Don't miss out on the vibrant experiences that await you at The Quays.

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Believe! THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Experience 28 Dec 2025 - 31 Dec 2025

Believe! THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Experience

Believe! THE POLAR EXPRESS™ is a brand new, truly magical, multi-room immersive walkthrough…

Brewery Tour and Tasting 28 Dec 2025 - 12 Jun 2027

Brewery Tour and Tasting

Step behind the scenes at SEVEN BRO7HERS in Salford and discover where the beer magic brews. This…

Camille Wallala: Square Eyes 28 Dec 2025 - 25 Sep 2026

Camille Wallala: Square Eyes

Square Eyes is a newly commissioned spectacular wall painting by Camille Walala in the Lowry’s…

Little Bear and the Christmas Lights 28 Dec 2025 - 04 Jan 2026

Little Bear and the Christmas Lights

It's almost Christmas and Little Bear and her friends are getting ready for the most magical day…

Lowry Youth Dance Project 28 Dec 2025 - 19 Mar 2026

Lowry Youth Dance Project

Calling young people aged 8-15 who love to move! We are offering you the opportunity to upskill…

Modern Life: The LS Lowry Collection 28 Dec 2025 - 31 Dec 2025

Modern Life: The LS Lowry Collection

Lowry is home to the world’s largest public collection of paintings and drawings by LS Lowry…

Quentin Blake and Me 28 Dec 2025 - 04 Jan 2026

Quentin Blake and Me

A major new free family exhibition celebrating the work of one of Britain’s most popular…

Spies, Lies and Deception at IWM North 28 Dec 2025 - 31 Aug 2026

Spies, Lies and Deception at IWM North

Imperial War Museums (IWM) invites visitors to venture into the secret world of espionage this…

The Enormous Crocodile 28 Dec 2025 - 04 Jan 2026

The Enormous Crocodile

The Enormous Crocodile is weaving his way back through the jungle in search of delicious little…

The Lion The Witch and The Wardrobe 28 Dec 2025 - 11 Jan 2026

The Lion The Witch and The Wardrobe

Get ready for the adventure of a lifetime as the West End smash-hit production of The Lion, the…

Unfortunate: The Untold Story of Ursula the Sea Witch 28 Dec 2025 - 11 Jan 2026

Unfortunate: The Untold Story of Ursula the Sea Witch

The critically acclaimed parody musical, Unfortunate: The Untold Story of Ursula the Sea Witch…

Unlocking The Quays 28 Dec 2025 - 31 Dec 2026

Unlocking The Quays

Celebrate the history, culture and exciting future of Media City & Salford Quays on this…

To Kill A Mockingbird 13 Jan 2026 - 24 Jan 2026

To Kill A Mockingbird

Aaron Sorkin’s riveting, award-winning stage adaptation of the seminal American novel about…

Sadiq Ali: Tell Me 16 Jan 2026 - 17 Jan 2026

Sadiq Ali: Tell Me

Following the success of Sadiq Ali Company’s debut show  The Chosen Haram , the company…

Murder at Midnight 19 Jan 2026 - 24 Jan 2026

Murder at Midnight

Presented by Original Theatre A comedy thriller by Torben Betts Directed by Philip Franks Starring…

Barton Theatre Company: "Red" (The Panto) 23 Jan 2026 - 25 Jan 2026

Barton Theatre Company: "Red" (The Panto)

The birds are singing in Bluebell Woods, Red Riding Hood carries a basket of goodies to Grandma…

Night Sky Show - Volume Two: A Sky Full of Hope 25 Jan 2026 -

Night Sky Show - Volume Two: A Sky Full of Hope

Bringing the sequel to his sell-out and highly praised Night Sky Show. Astronomer and author Adrian…

The Rolling Stones Story 25 Jan 2026 -

The Rolling Stones Story

The Rolling Stones have dominated Rock 'n' Roll music since the 1960s and were at the…

Laine Management Showcase 2025 27 Jan 2026 -

Laine Management Showcase 2025

​​​​​​The Laine Adults Showcase will take place at 1:30pm, with an approximate running time of 60…

An Evening of Damon Hill in Conversation with Tom Clarkson 28 Jan 2026 -

An Evening of Damon Hill in Conversation with Tom Clarkson

The 1996 FIA Formula 1 World Drivers' Champion Damon Hill is one of the sport's most…

Daniel O'Reilly: Let's Have It 30 Jan 2026 -

Daniel O'Reilly: Let's Have It

Coming off the back of a 62 date sold-out tour, selling over 40,000 tickets; Daniel is embarking on…

Motionhouse - Hidden 30 Jan 2026 -

Motionhouse - Hidden

Jaw-dropping dance-circus Internationally renowned dance-circus company Motionhouse returns to…

Glenn Moore: Please Sir, Glenn I Have Some Moore? 31 Jan 2026 -

Glenn Moore: Please Sir, Glenn I Have Some Moore?

"The best showcase of pure joke-writing skill" (Guardian). Edinburgh Comedy Award nominee…

The Classic Rock Show 31 Jan 2026 -

The Classic Rock Show

'Over 100 million YouTube views worldwide' 'The Best Rock Show On The Planet…

Grace Petrie: There Is No Time To Panic 01 Feb 2026 -

Grace Petrie: There Is No Time To Panic

Like protest songs? Neither does Grace Petrie - and she's been singing them for 15 politically…

Hotels at MediaCity and The Quays

Find the perfect stay at MediaCity and The Quays in Greater Manchester. Explore a selection of exquisite hotels offering comfort, convenience, and stunning views of this vibrant waterfront district. Book your accommodation now for an unforgettable experience in the heart of the city.

Where to eat at MediaCity and The Quays

Indulge your taste buds at MediaCity and The Quays in Greater Manchester. Discover a diverse array of dining options, from waterfront cafes to fine dining restaurants, offering delectable cuisine and scenic views.

Kargo MKT

Kargo MKT

Explore Kargo MKT, a diverse food hall in Salford offering an array of local and international…

11 Central

11 Central

11 Central bar and microbrewery based at Central Bay, is a brand new concept inspired by unexpected…

Pier Eight

Pier Eight

Pier Eight serves two modern British menus including a casual dining/bar menu and formal menu within…

Getting To MediaCity and The Quays

You can get to The Quays in 15 minutes from Manchester City Centre by using the Metrolink trams. Use the Eccles line which stops at 'Salford Quays' or the Trafford Centre line which stops at the Imperial War Museum North.

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