Electronic music night featuring Badger, LARISHKA and Shadev at the historic Joshua Brooks venue.
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Free exhibition marking 100 years since the 1926 General Strike, with banners, posters and art from a century of labour struggles.
Annual harvest day with creative workshops for all ages led by artist Jasmin Issaka, culminating in a 'play in a day' performance and seasonal food.
Multi-venue festival across Manchester city centre with Keo, Florence Road and over 80 artists, presented by SJM Concerts.
A free, unauditioned singing workshop led by Lizzie Simms where participants learn group singing techniques and harmonies by ear, focusing on funk, soul and UK garage.
Family film screening of Stitch Head, a friendly local monster, within the Family Halloween programme at HOME.
Manchester Wine Festival returns to Victoria Warehouse with unlimited wine, tastings, masterclasses and live DJs.
Solo exhibition by Umi Ishihara featuring video works 'Nocturnal Melody' and 'Nocturnal Breath', exploring themes of nightlife and desire.
Conversation between Cephas Williams, creator of Portrait of Black Britain, and Factory International Artistic Director John McGrath.
Manchester band People Person play The Neighbourhood Festival 2026 in the city centre.
Live set by indie rock band Florentenes, fronted by Will Smith, at the Neighbourhood Festival on Oxford Road.
Gareth Malone leads a singalong show celebrating the songs that have made movie moments magical, with his live band, singers and local choirs.
Live show by Essex rock band Pet Needs, with support from Keep Flying and So Good, at Band on the Wall.
Courtney Barnett brings her UK tour to The Hall, Aviva Studios, celebrating her album 'Creature of Habit', with support from Body Type.
Launch party for Sleazy F Baby's new EP Northern Quarter Confidential, with a live line-up of Manchester talent.
Hugh Bonneville reflects on his career and storytelling in conversation with Ellah Wakatama, as part of the Manchester Literature Festival.
The Hallé Orchestra perform iconic classical arrangements including Shostakovich, Barber and Prokofiev, conducted by Stephen Bell.
House music mega-star Eric Prydz headlines a night of electronic dance music at The Warehouse Project, with support from Franky Wah and James Organ.
Free screening of the heavyweight championship fight between Daniel Dubois and Fabio Wardley on the big screens at Manchester235, with the Vega bar open.
Richy Ahmed performs on the decks at Sankeys' new Sidney Street venue, alongside Luca 606 and Alex Bourne.
A night of indie-sleaze and bratty pop with drag artist Koko Popperz selecting the tunes.
Touring revival of the musical Little Shop of Horrors, directed and choreographed by Carrie-Anne Ingrouille, at Hope Mill Theatre.
One of the UK's top gospel choirs returns to Aviva Studios for Black History Month, bringing its rich and joyful sound to The Social.
An immersive exhibition and live performance by Misha B featuring artworks, soundscapes, installations and live music, exploring creativity as a space for healing and connection.
Ice hockey match between Manchester Storm and Belfast Giants at the AO Arena, marking the Storm's historic return to the venue.
Poet Laureate Simon Armitage presents his verse translation of the ancient Mesopotamian epic Gilgamesh as part of the Manchester Literature Festival.
Glam rock queen Bobbie Dazzle performs her album 'Star Power' with support from SANTù at The Deaf Institute.
Concert by the Grammy-winning American singer-songwriter Brandi Carlile, performing her introspective folk-rock sound on The Human Tour.
Starsailor celebrate the 25th anniversary of their album Love is Here with a live performance featuring a string ensemble.
High-energy live show blending RnB classics with premium production and choreography, founded by J-Sol.
Troy Hawke returns to the stage with his new comedy show, following a sell-out world tour.
Stand-up comedy show by Phil Wang, known from Taskmaster and Would I Lie to You.
Stand-up comedy show by Joe Wells exploring fatherhood through the lens of neurodiversity.
Exhibition exploring animation through the work of Kelan Andrews and Petra Szemán, featuring commissions and material from the Cosgrove Hall Films Archive.
A world premiere interactive science exhibition where visitors explore the Solar System, featuring a real space toilet, a piece of the Moon, and astronaut Tim Peake's headset.
Lunchtime concerts featuring performances by talented pupils from Chetham's School of Music, aged 8 to 18.
An interactive video game exhibition with over 150 consoles to play, spanning five decades of gaming history.
Matthew Dunster's modern reimagining of Shakespeare's tragedy, with David Threlfall as King Lear, set in a world of wealthy, privileged families.
A high-energy musical theatre show set in a fully working pub, featuring nine performers who sing, dance and serve drinks on stage.
A dance project for young people aged 8-14 offering workshops in choreography, movement and improvisation, culminating in a sharing session.
A British-Somali romantic comedy about two Somali teens finding connection and healing in a clinic waiting room.
A leading contemporary craft fair featuring over 200 independent makers and artists, with workshops and demonstrations in the historic Victoria Baths.
