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

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

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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Brewery Tour and Tasting 27 Oct 2026 - 12 Jun 2027

Brewery Tour and Tasting

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

Daniel Foxx: How Lovely 27 Oct 2026 -

Daniel Foxx: How Lovely

Daniel was determined to handle his Big Breakup with the grace of Julia Roberts. He didn't. Join…

LOWRY 360 27 Oct 2026 - 31 Dec 2026

LOWRY 360

Step inside LOWRY 360, a new FREE immersive gallery experience. This is a unique…

Outrageous Women: Marriage, Religion and Culture 27 Oct 2026 - 31 Dec 2026

Outrageous Women: Marriage, Religion and Culture

Outrageous Women: Marriage, religion and culture is a display inspired by the IWM exhibition Chila…

REWRITES: Jeezus! 27 Oct 2026 - 30 Oct 2026

REWRITES: Jeezus!

In 1990s Peru, a brutal military coup ushers in a decade of dictatorship under the rule of Alberto…

The Roads We Walked: The Fifth Pan-African Congress 27 Oct 2026 - 31 Dec 2026

The Roads We Walked: The Fifth Pan-African Congress

The Roads We Walked is IWM North’s newest Big Picture Show, marking the 80th anniversary of…

The Very Hungry Caterpillar 27 Oct 2026 - 01 Nov 2026

The Very Hungry Caterpillar

The Very Hungry Caterpillar Show has been dazzling audiences around the globe for over ten years…

Unlocking The Quays 27 Oct 2026 - 31 Dec 2026

Unlocking The Quays

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

Waitress 27 Oct 2026 - 31 Oct 2026

Waitress

"Treat yourself to a slice of five-star musical pie” (The Times)   West End…

Wild Things 27 Oct 2026 - 01 Nov 2026

Wild Things

Little imaginations can run wild at Lowry this summer! Wild Things is a new free exhibition that…

Barry From Watford: Shooting From the New Hip 28 Oct 2026 -

Barry From Watford: Shooting From the New Hip

Demagogue? Iconoclast? Dilettante? Virtuoso? Ok, these words have nothing to do with the show but…

Stevie Martin: Clout 30 Oct 2026 -

Stevie Martin: Clout

Stevie Martin (Taskmaster, Mitchell & Webb's brand new sketch show, 8 out of 10 Cats Does…

Coronation Street Experience - Kids Go Free 31 Oct 2026 - 01 Nov 2026
Lemn Sissay: Let The Light Pour In LIVE 31 Oct 2026 -

Lemn Sissay: Let The Light Pour In LIVE

Spend an evening with a master of the spoken word, BAFTA award-winning author, activist, performer…

Two Ghost Stories by M R James 31 Oct 2026 -

Two Ghost Stories by M R James

Matinee Performance: A Warning to the Curious- Two Ghost Stories by M R James, Performed by Robert…

Chris Packham's World of Wonder: A Planet on the Edge 01 Nov 2026 -

Chris Packham's World of Wonder: A Planet on the Edge

For nearly forty years Chris Packham has been the voice of nature in the UK. Through his…

How The Body Keeps the Score: Dr Bessel van der Kolk 01 Nov 2026 -

How The Body Keeps the Score: Dr Bessel van der Kolk

Traumatic experiences leave their imprint on the body as well as the mind. Dr Bessel van der Kolk…

Pauline Eyre: Anyone for Tennis? 01 Nov 2026 -

Pauline Eyre: Anyone for Tennis?

A Wimbledon line judge for 20 years, comedian Pauline Eyre is ready to spill the Pimms on tennis…

A Man for All Seasons 03 Nov 2026 - 07 Nov 2026

A Man for All Seasons

The greatest, most powerful and dangerous figures who shaped English history are brought vividly to…

A Man for All Seasons 03 Nov 2026 - 07 Nov 2026

A Man for All Seasons

The greatest, most powerful and dangerous figures who shaped English history are brought vividly to…

It Walks Around The House At Night 03 Nov 2026 - 07 Nov 2026

It Walks Around The House At Night

Following a sell-out UK tour and London run, the award-winning ThickSkin present this chilling new…

Egan & Pinchbeck: Matchstalks Remastered 04 Nov 2026 -

Egan & Pinchbeck: Matchstalks Remastered

Presented by Lowry + Word of Warning This is a show about a song about a painter performed to the…

Raising The Wreck - Revisited! 05 Nov 2026 - 07 Nov 2026

Raising The Wreck - Revisited!

RAISING THE WRECK- REVISITED! Coming to Manchester and Liverpool this November "A pioneering…

Love**Work 06 Nov 2026 - 07 Nov 2026

Love**Work

A multi-year performative project that gathers fragments of memory into a shared "Biography Of…

Back to the 90's Boat Party, Manchester River Cruises 07 Nov 2026 -

Back to the 90's Boat Party, Manchester River Cruises

Back to the 90’s, the ultimate ‘it wasn’t me’ 90’s party Jump aboard…

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

Salford’s boldest and most delicious food hall. Hungry? Curious? Wandering in the Quayside…

11 Central

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

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.

A guide to MediaCity & The Quays

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