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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Brewery Tour and Tasting 11 Apr 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…

Camille Wallala: Square Eyes 11 Apr 2026 - 25 Sep 2026

Camille Wallala: Square Eyes

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

Happy Mondays 11 Apr 2026 -

Happy Mondays

Legendary Manchester band Happy Mondays. The Happy Mondays’ classic line-up of front man Shaun…

Happy Mondays 11 Apr 2026 -

Happy Mondays

Legendary Manchester band Happy Mondays. The Happy Mondays’ classic line-up of front man Shaun…

Hop into Easter at Quayside 11 Apr 2026 - 30 Apr 2026

Hop into Easter at Quayside

​​​​​This Easter, Quayside in Salford offers a vibrant programme of family-friendly activities and…

Inspector Morse - House of Ghosts 11 Apr 2026 -

Inspector Morse - House of Ghosts

A chilling mystery unfolds when a young actress suddenly dies on stage during a performance, and…

LOWRY 360 11 Apr 2026 - 31 Dec 2026

LOWRY 360

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

Parody of the Rings 11 Apr 2026 -

Parody of the Rings

A Hilarious and Epic Adventure! What happens when a cinema's Lord of the Rings marathon goes…

Spies, Lies and Deception at IWM North 11 Apr 2026 - 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…

Unlocking The Quays 11 Apr 2026 - 31 Dec 2026

Unlocking The Quays

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

Aisling Bea: Older Than Jesus 12 Apr 2026 -

Aisling Bea: Older Than Jesus

BAFTA and British Comedy Award-winning Irish stand-up Aisling Bea is hitting the road. With tales of…

Mark Steel: The Leopard in My House 12 Apr 2026 -

Mark Steel: The Leopard in My House

“The consultant had told me he was confident I had throat cancer that had spread into the…

Simon Munnery: On Tour 12 Apr 2026 -

Simon Munnery: On Tour

Dear Reader, I hope you're well. My new stand-up hour will consist of the usual unusual melange…

Walkies in Weatherfield 12 Apr 2026 -

Walkies in Weatherfield

The 'Coronation Street Experience' has been open to the public on weekends since 2014 with…

Miguel: CAOS Tour 13 Apr 2026 -

Miguel: CAOS Tour

Following the release of his latest album CAOS, Grammy Award-winning artist and visionary Miguel…

Pierre Novellie: You Sit There, I'll Stand Here 13 Apr 2026 -

Pierre Novellie: You Sit There, I'll Stand Here

It's time for Pierre to do stand-up! It's time for you to watch! Why not just embrace that…

Ballet Black at 25 14 Apr 2026 -

Ballet Black at 25

Cassa Pancho's Ballet Black celebrates its 25th Anniversary with a much-anticipated return to…

Mike Wozniak: The Bench 14 Apr 2026 -

Mike Wozniak: The Bench

New stand-up tour show from Mike Wozniak in which a story about a bench will be prominent. Previous…

Zog 14 Apr 2026 - 19 Apr 2026

Zog

‘I'm not braggin' but I'm a dragon'  Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler's…

Zog 14 Apr 2026 - 19 Apr 2026

Zog

‘I’m not braggin’ but I’m a dragon’    Julia Donaldson and…

Danny Baker - Aye Aye! Ahoy Hoy! 15 Apr 2026 -

Danny Baker - Aye Aye! Ahoy Hoy!

Presented by Phil McIntyre Live LTD "Aye Aye! Ahoy Hoy! The Unstoppable Talking Panjandrum Is…

Danny Baker: Aye Aye! Ahoy Ahoy! 15 Apr 2026 -

Danny Baker: Aye Aye! Ahoy Ahoy!

Aye aye! Ahoy hoy! The unstoppable talking panjandrum is back in town! Celebrating 50 years afloat…

The Boy at the Back of The Class 15 Apr 2026 - 18 Apr 2026

The Boy at the Back of The Class

After delighting audiences across the country, the smash-hit, joyful play based on the best-selling…

Leila Navabi: Relay 17 Apr 2026 -

Leila Navabi: Relay

A bold, joyful punk-musical one-person show about making a queer family on your own terms, written…

Matt Parker - Getting Triggy With It: Matt Parker Does the Maths 17 Apr 2026 -

Matt Parker - Getting Triggy With It: Matt Parker Does the Maths

Matt Parker talks a lot of maths. He's a NYT best-selling author and sold-out stand-up…

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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