Things to do in Manchester

Laughterama: Nick Mohammed, Ania Magliano

LAUGHTERAMA, Manchester’s biggest comedy festival returns to Castlefield Bowl with five nights of astounding all-star stand-up, craft beers, street eats & more.…

Castlefield Bowl, Manchester

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Laughterama: Nina Conti, Bridget Christie

LAUGHTERAMA, Manchester’s biggest comedy festival returns to Castlefield Bowl with five nights of astounding all-star stand-up, craft beers, street eats & more.…

Castlefield Bowl, Manchester

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Luke Combs UK

The World’s leading tribute to the Grammy-nominated country megastar Luke Combs!Get ready to experience the heart and soul of country music as we pay homage to…

O2 Ritz, Manchester

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Daniel Caesar

Daniel Caesar at Co-op Live, Manchester

Co-op Live, Manchester

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Premier League: Manchester City vs Coventry City

Manchester City take on Coventry City in this Premier League fixture.

Etihad Stadium, Manchester

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Laughterama: Jack Dee, Red Richardson

LAUGHTERAMA, Manchester’s biggest comedy festival returns to Castlefield Bowl with five nights of astounding all-star stand-up, craft beers, street eats & more.…

Castlefield Bowl, Manchester

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Sara Pascoe

Apparently caterpillars completely break down into goo before they become butterflies.

Castlefield Bowl, Manchester

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Laughterama: Sara Pascoe, Michelle De Swarte

LAUGHTERAMA, Manchester’s biggest comedy festival returns to Castlefield Bowl with five nights of astounding all-star stand-up, craft beers, street eats & more.…

Castlefield Bowl, Manchester

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Laughterama: Chris Mccausland, Rhys James

LAUGHTERAMA, Manchester’s biggest comedy festival returns to Castlefield Bowl with five nights of astounding all-star stand-up, craft beers, street eats & more.…

Castlefield Bowl, Manchester

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KATSEYE

KATSEYE at Co-op Live, Manchester

Co-op Live, Manchester

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Jane McDonald: Living the Dream

National treasure and singing sensation Jane McDonald is officially Living The Dream as she announces a brand-new UK tour and album for 2026.The star of stage a…

AO Arena, Manchester

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Premier League: Manchester United vs Manchester City

Manchester United take on Manchester City in this Premier League fixture.

Old Trafford, Manchester

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Hilary Duff, La Roux

Hilary Duff, La Roux at AO Arena, Manchester

AO Arena, Manchester

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Sam Smith

Sam Smith was born in London in May 1992 and began singing at a young age. They first hit the charts as the featured singer on the 2012 Disclosure song "Latch,"…

Albert Hall, Manchester

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Robin Trower

See legendary British Blues guitarist Robin Trower as he graces audiences with his incendiary back-catalogue that saw the British music scene shift from a pop t…

Manchester Academy, Manchester

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Arrested Development

Hip-hop trailblazers Arrested Development have been cultural champions of consciousness and empowerment across the planet.

Band on the Wall, Manchester

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Austentatious: An Improvised Novel

Join the all-star cast as they improvise a brand new Jane Austen work before your very eyes, based on a single audience suggestion.

Opera House, Manchester

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Wheels In Motion

Grassroots Indie rock concert.

Factory 251, Manchester

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Bingo Jamz

Welcome to Bingo Jamz, your ultimate 90s and 00s RnB fix! Dive into an evening of immersive fun, games, prizes, along with those irresistible slow jamz that def…

Escape To Freight Island, Manchester

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Old Skool Bingo

Get ready for an unforgettable evening of RnB-inspired fun and games with our unique twist on classic bingo!Slow it down and groove to the hottest beats as we c…

The Venue, Manchester

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Buff Bingo Drag Brunch

If your idea of brunch involves dancing on your chair, shouting at bingo cards, and being served by buff butlers, you're in the right place.

On Bar, Manchester

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Soulfly + Nailbomb

Action! presents Soulfly and Nailbomb.This is a 14+ event but all under 16s must be accompanied by an adult and may be asked to show photo ID.

Manchester Academy, Manchester

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Jersey Boys

The Internationally acclaimed stage sensation, Jersey Boys!This smash hit musical has won 65 major awards and has been seen by over 30 million people worldwide.…

Palace Theatre, Manchester

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Gia Margaret

Every artist has to discover their voice. Gia Margaret didn’t find herself until she lost hers.

St Michael's, Manchester

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Gia Margaret

Every artist has to discover their voice. Gia Margaret didn’t find herself until she lost hers.

Hallé at St Michael's, Manchester

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Emma Rawicz

Emma Rawicz is a multi-award winning young saxophonist and composer, already making waves on the UK music scene.

Band on the Wall, Manchester

Dance Gavin Dance & Veil Of Maya

The two post-hardcore rock outfits combine for a co-headline tour.

Manchester Academy, Manchester

Boyce Avenue

Trio of brothers who gained exposure and popularity with acoustic covers on YouTube.

Gorilla, Manchester

Reuben Solo - Someone In This Crowd Will Betray Me

I've got a terrible feeling about this show. Like, somehow the whole thing is doomed.

Fairfield Social Club, Manchester

Mr Traumatik Tour 2026

Expect high energy's and fast paced frequencies as Mr Traumatik takes you through his lyrical realm showcasing some of his biggest hits!!!

The Deaf Institute, Manchester

Primal Scream

Over the past three and a half decades, Primal Scream have embraced everything from psychedelic pop to degenerate rock’n’roll; euphoric rave to industrial gloom…

New Century Hall, Manchester

Atif Aslam

Atif Aslam (Urdu: عاطف اسلم) is a Pakistani playback singer, songwriter, composer, and actor.

AO Arena, Manchester

Kurt Vile & the Violators

Kurt Vile & the Violators are a Philadelphia-based indie rock band led by singer-songwriter and guitarist Kurt Vile, known for their laidback, "slacker" style,…

O2 Ritz, Manchester

Vundabar + Yot Club

Vundabar brings a sharp sound, while Yot Club, led by Ryan Kaiser, is known for introspective surf-pop hits like "YKWIM?".

Manchester Academy, Manchester

A Skylit Drive / Vampires Everywhere

A Skylight Drive are coming to Southampton with Vampires Everywhere!Divergent Promotions presents by arrangement with Satellite Touring.

The Bread Shed, Manchester

Gaerea

Gaerea is a metal band hailing from Portugal.

Manchester Academy, Manchester

Todd Rundgren

Todd Rundgren is a highly influential American musician, songwriter, and producer known for his versatility, spanning power pop, prog-rock, and electronic music…

Opera House, Manchester

Metric

Metric were founded in 1998, when vocalist/keyboardist Emily Haines met British-born guitarist James Shaw in Toronto.

Manchester Academy, Manchester

Bailey Zimmerman, Chandler Walters

Hailing from Louisville, Illinois, multi-platinum singer-songwriter Bailey Zimmerman is one of country music’s brightest stars, known for his chart-topping hits…

O2 Victoria Warehouse, Manchester

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Ron Funches

Ron Funches is the human embodiment of a warm hug that somehow learned to roast you...with love. A master of joyful, disarming stand-up!

Manchester Academy, Manchester

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Isabel Van Gelder

Isabel van Gelder is a 23-year-old singer-songwriter/pop artist from Amsterdam.Presented by Kilimanjaro.This is a 14+ event (Under 16’s to be accompanied by an…

The Deaf Institute, Manchester

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Day We Ran

Indie newcomers Day We Ran deliver anthemic melodies, emotive vocals, and electrifying live energy.

Yes, Manchester

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The Prat Pack

Inspired by the performances of Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Sammy Davis Jr, Joey Bishop and Peter Lawford, the UK stars are hitting the road (with Pasquale at t…

Opera House, Manchester

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Progress Wrestling The Odyssey Tour comes to Scotland

For the first time ever, Progress Wrestling comes to Scotland with a five day tour across the United Kingdom.Experience the most exciting, fast paced, high flyi…

O2 Ritz, Manchester

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Drug Church

Drug Church stands as a monument to accidental success and a testimony to the idea of 'failing up.' By not taking its career seriously, the band has accomplishe…

Gorilla, Manchester

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Gareth Gates

Gareth Gates at O2 Ritz, Manchester

O2 Ritz, Manchester

Allegaeon

DHP Presents :Allegaeon & gorod (co headline)\+ Abysmal DawnPresented by DHP FAMILY.This is a 14+ event

Rebellion Manchester, Manchester

Baby Keem - The Ca$ino Tour

A ‘00s baby growing up in Vegas, Hykeem Carter couldn’t be any less interested in a City of Sin devoid of a hip hop scene.

O2 Victoria Warehouse, Manchester