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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.
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.
Multi-venue festival across Manchester city centre with Keo, Florence Road and over 80 artists, presented by SJM Concerts.
Manchester Wine Festival returns to Victoria Warehouse with unlimited wine, tastings, masterclasses and live DJs.
Family film screening of Stitch Head, a friendly local monster, within the Family Halloween programme at HOME.
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.
Live set by indie rock band Florentenes, fronted by Will Smith, at the Neighbourhood Festival on Oxford Road.
Manchester band People Person play The Neighbourhood Festival 2026 in the city centre.
Screening of the film 'Fjord' by Cristian Mungiu, part of the BFI London Film Festival 2026 extended programme.
Gareth Malone leads a singalong show celebrating the songs that have made movie moments magical, with his live band, singers and local choirs.
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.
A night of indie-sleaze and bratty pop with drag artist Koko Popperz selecting the tunes.
Richy Ahmed performs on the decks at Sankeys' new Sidney Street venue, alongside Luca 606 and Alex Bourne.
Indie rock, folk and blues singer-songwriter Margaret Glaspy performs live at Halle St Peter's.
Touring revival of the musical Little Shop of Horrors, directed and choreographed by Carrie-Anne Ingrouille, at Hope Mill Theatre.
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.
A high-energy musical theatre show set in a fully working pub, featuring nine performers who sing, dance and serve drinks on stage.
Matthew Dunster's modern reimagining of Shakespeare's tragedy, with David Threlfall as King Lear, set in a world of wealthy, privileged families.
An interactive video game exhibition with over 150 consoles to play, spanning five decades of gaming history.
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.
A house music charity rave featuring Max Shaw and Ben Park, with proceeds benefiting Sarcoma UK.
Electronic music night featuring Badger, LARISHKA and Shadev at the historic Joshua Brooks venue.
