All events, festivals, and things to do in Manchester
The indie-pop trio will perform their debut album 'Tourist History' in full at the AO Arena. The show is part of their first UK and Ireland headline tour in over seven years.
AO Arena
Wed 27 Jan
Manchester bistro Higher Ground has been included in the prestigious 50 Best Discovery collection. The restaurant is already well-regarded for its Michelin Bib Gourmand status.
Higher Ground
British restaurant · 4.6 ★
The Hallé Orchestra and Jack Savoretti headline a special concert celebrating David Bowie's music. The event is free and ticketed via a public ballot.
Victoria Theatre
Tue 20 Apr
Alternative R&B artist Syd brings her third solo album 'Beard' to the Albert Hall for a one-off show. The performance promises a blend of soul, funk, and electronic production from the former Odd Future member.
Albert Hall
Mon 31 Aug
Platt Fields Market Garden hosts a three-day festival featuring indie beers from Track Brewery and food from acclaimed local restaurants like Where The Light Gets In and Isca. The family-friendly event includes live music, DJs, and various creative workshops.
Platt Fields Market Garden
Farmers market · 4.9 ★
A free family nature festival marking the opening of the newly restored St Catherine's Wood. The day includes nature trails, live music, crafts, and a BioBlitz.
St Catherine's
Park · 4.6 ★
The mysterious Swedish psych collective Goat have announced a UK tour for 2027, including a headline show at Manchester's O2 Victoria Warehouse. The band is known for their masked, anonymous performances and unique blend of psych-rock.
Fri 16 Oct
An immersive family-friendly exhibition at the Science and Industry Museum exploring space, the solar system, and the wonders of the universe.
Science and Industry Museum
Tourist attraction · 4.4 ★
Zouk is celebrating the 2026 graduation season with special set menus, complimentary welcome drinks for graduates, and a photogenic flower-filled terrace. The restaurant offers a stylish setting for celebratory banquets featuring Indian and Pakistani fusion cuisine.
Zouk Tea Bar & Grill
Indian restaurant · 4 ★ · $$
An interactive, family-friendly exhibition at the Science and Industry Museum that explores space through the lens of the popular BBC series. Visitors can engage with hands-on experiments, see rare space artifacts, and learn about the realities of life as an astronaut.
An acclaimed rock opera exploring the aftermath of the Peterloo Massacre, featuring a fusion of folk, rock, and blues. The performance includes an immersive audio-visual presentation by graphic novelist Polyp.
Mechanics Institute
Wedding venue · 4.3 ★
A new NYC-inspired bagel shop in Altrincham offering deli-style fillings, including gluten-free and vegan options.
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Cafe
Get Baked is a popular bakery that recently gained attention for publicly calling out a request for free food from the production team of The Voice UK. The bakery's firm stance against the request has generated significant buzz and support.
GET BAKED
Bakery · 4.2 ★
A blockbuster exhibition at IWM North delving into the secret world of espionage and intelligence history.
IWM North
Tourist attraction · 4.5 ★
A 3 day Brutal Death Metal, Grind & Slam festival Featuring massive international bands and underground UK talent By the scene, for the scene
bound
Clothing store · 4.7 ★
A poignant and acclaimed musical starring Nigel Harman, currently showing at the Royal Exchange Theatre.
Royal Exchange Theatre
Performing arts theater · 4.7 ★
Reopened by promoters Now Wave, this historic Hulme pub now serves as both a traditional local and a grassroots music venue.
Manchester Academy
Thu 19 Nov