What's on this week in Manchester

Find out what's on in Manchester today, tomorrow and the rest of the week with our guide to what's new in the region and events over the next seven days.

Things you can do in Greater Manchester this week

The Manchester Flower Festival 25 May 2025 - 26 May 2025

The Manchester Flower Festival

Celebrate the start of summer at The Manchester Flower Festival. With fabulous floral installations, outdoor dining and entertainment, you’re in for a bloomin’ amazing long weekend in Manchester city centre.

Dragon Boat Festival 25 May 2025 -

Dragon Boat Festival

The Chinese Dragon Boat Festival is coming back to Salford!  Gear up for the UK Chinese Dragon Boat Festival (CDBF), presented by the Xinhua Chinese Association (XCA), on May 25th, at Salford Quays! Supported by local councils and the Consulate-General of the People’s…

The Secret Public: LGBTQ Pop 1955 – 1985 28 May 2025 - 15 Nov 2025

The Secret Public: LGBTQ Pop 1955 – 1985

Launching The John Rylands Library’s redeveloped exhibitions gallery, The Secret Public : LGBTQ Pop 1955 – 1985 examines the profound influence of LGBTQ and LGBTQ-friendly performers, artists and activists on mainstream pop culture. Co-curated with Professor of…

The Hallé Presents - Honey Dijon

The Hallé Presents - Honey Dijon

‘Witnessing the Chicago DJ Honey Dijon behind the decks can be as close to a spiritual experience as you can get on the dancefloor.’ The Guardian Born and raised in Chicago, the home of House Music, Honey Dijon – musician, DJ, producer – has captivated…

Festival of Everyday Creativity - Leigh

Festival of Everyday Creativity - Leigh

Everyday presents an arts festival for the people of Wigan and Leigh! Whether you’re into music, arts and crafts, storytelling, or just love trying something new, you're invited to join in. From hands-on workshops to live performances and community celebrations, the…

New opening

Big Licks

Big Licks

Big Licks has opened its doors, bringing mouthwatering burgers, thick shakes, loaded waffles, and next-level ice creams to the heart of Manchester. From handcrafted patties stacked with flavour to desserts that are as Instagrammable as they are delicious, this is comfort food done right. Whether…

Book Now

Manchester Masters 2025 05 Sep 2025 -

Manchester Masters 2025

Football fans are in for a treat as some of the greatest legends from the North West’s biggest clubs come together for the English Masters Football tournament. This thrilling six-a-side indoor event will take place for the very first time at AO Arena in Manchester on September…

Red Rose Diner 2025 25 May 2025 - 21 Nov 2025

Red Rose Diner 2025

Step on board the luxury Pullman carriages and sample fine cuisine in opulent surroundings…

Timeleft - Dinners with strangers 25 May 2025 - 31 Dec 2025

Timeleft - Dinners with strangers

Experience Wednesday differently: Thousands gather every week to connect over delicious meals and…

Midweek Luncheon 2025 28 May 2025 - 29 Oct 2025

Midweek Luncheon 2025

Sit back and relax in the luxury Pullman carriages while we serve up some traditional hearty…

The Dino Adventure 28 May 2025 - 20 Jul 2025

The Dino Adventure

Have you ever wanted to pet a pachycephalosaurus, get together with a Triceratops or tickle a T-Rex…

The Wizarding Adventure 29 May 2025 - 27 Jul 2025

The Wizarding Adventure

It's time to sign up to our spellbinding school of sorcery as you take a wacky and wonderful…

Villain Academy 30 May 2025 - 15 Aug 2025

Villain Academy

Join a rogue’s gallery of vile villains on a journey to complete a dastardly quest. During…

Candlelight: Hans Zimmer's Best Works 06 Jun 2025 - 15 Aug 2025

Candlelight: Hans Zimmer's Best Works

Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to…

Candlelight: The Best of Joe Hisaishi 06 Jun 2025 -

Candlelight: The Best of Joe Hisaishi

Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to…

Rail Ale Trail 07 Jun 2025 - 06 Sep 2025

Rail Ale Trail

Chug through lush valleys and pretty villages, take in the stunning scenery and sample some…

Robbie Williams 10 Jun 2025 - 11 Jun 2025

Robbie Williams

Robbie Williams today announces his highly anticipated tour for 2025, which will see the global icon…

Lionel Richie 12 Jun 2025 - 13 Jun 2025

Lionel Richie

Lionel Richie, a Grammy Awards®, Oscar®, and Golden Globe® winning icon, has sold over…

Gin Tasting Diner 2025 13 Jun 2025 - 16 Aug 2025

Gin Tasting Diner 2025

Enjoy a culinary adventure paired to some amazing gins from around the world! Sample some…

Candlelight: A Tribute to Oasis 14 Jun 2025 -

Candlelight: A Tribute to Oasis

Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to…

Candlelight: Tribute to Sherlock Holmes 14 Jun 2025 -

Candlelight: Tribute to Sherlock Holmes

Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to…

A Night at the Opera by Candlelight 15 Jun 2025 -

A Night at the Opera by Candlelight

Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of opera with "A Night at the Opera," a…

Travel to Wonderland 15 Jun 2025 -

Travel to Wonderland

You're late, you're late, for a very important date! It's time to take a tumble down the…

Moonlight Sonata by Candlelight 21 Jun 2025 -

Moonlight Sonata by Candlelight

Brought to you by City Music, join renowned British concert pianist Warren…

Vivaldi Four Seasons by Candlelight 21 Jun 2025 -

Vivaldi Four Seasons by Candlelight

Enjoy a spectacular evening with some of the greatest classical music ever written, including…

Brandi Carlile 25 Jun 2025 -

Brandi Carlile

Known as one of music's most respected voices, Brandi Carlile is an 11x Grammy Award-winning…

Sounds of the City 02 Jul 2025 - 12 Jul 2025

Sounds of the City

Sounds of the City is back in July 2025, taking over Manchester’s Castlefield Bowl for a…

Candlelight: Rings & Dragons 11 Jul 2025 - 29 Nov 2025

Candlelight: Rings & Dragons

Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to…

OASIS LIVE'25 11 Jul 2025 - 16 Jul 2025

OASIS LIVE'25

Oasis announce their first UK and Ireland shows in 16 years. Oasis have ended years of feverish…

Candlelight: A Tribute to ABBA 18 Jul 2025 -

Candlelight: A Tribute to ABBA

Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to…

Wine Tasting Diner 2025 19 Jul 2025 - 08 Nov 2025

Wine Tasting Diner 2025

Enjoy a culinary adventure expertly paired to fine wines from around the world! Sample some…

The ELO Experience 27 Jul 2025 -

The ELO Experience

The ELO Experience has been bringing the music of Jeff Lynne and The Electric Light orchestra to the…

Seasonal guide
The Best Ways to Celebrate Mother's Day in Greater Manchester 05 Mar 2025 -

The Best Ways to Celebrate Mother's Day in Greater Manchester

  • 4 minute read

Mother's Day is the perfect excuse to spoil the special woman in your life, and luckily…

Seasonal guide
What's on at the Trafford Centre this Spring 12 Mar 2025 -

What's on at the Trafford Centre this Spring

  • 2 minute read

We visited the Trafford Centre's Eastern Gardens, featuring a curated selection of…

Guide
Our Ultimate Guide to Festivals in Manchester in 2025 19 Feb 2025 -

Our Ultimate Guide to Festivals in Manchester in 2025

  • 4 minute read

Greater Manchester is packed with festivals and events all year round, bringing the city to life…

Seasonal guide
Things to do in Greater Manchester this Easter School Holidays 19 Mar 2025 -

Things to do in Greater Manchester this Easter School Holidays

  • 3 minute read

(Hero Image Credit: Abbie Jennings) Looking for Easter activities that are fun for the whole family?…

Upcoming Events in MediaCity & The Quays 03 Mar 2025 -

Upcoming Events in MediaCity & The Quays

  • 4 minute read

Located on the historic Manchester Ship Canal, MediaCity and The Quays are bursting with things to…

Search for what's on in Manchester over the next 7 days

Search for something...

Continue your Manchester story by exploring further.