Things to do in Manchester- Page 38

Northside

Northside are an English alternative rock band from Manchester, England. Formed in 1989, they were a key part of the early 1990s "Madchester" and indie-rave sce…

New Century Hall, Manchester

The Loft: Hamish & Toby (All Night Long)

Two selectors always keeping things the right side up, Hamish and Toby go All Night Long.

The Blues Kitchen, Manchester

New

Snug Live Sessions W/Super

We’re bringing SUPER to The Snug on Saturday 12th December 2026 for a night of live music in Atherton.

The Snug, Manchester

Yourcodenameis:milo

The alternative rock/experimental/post-hardcore band from Washington, UK drew critical acclaim for their debut 2004 mini album All Roads To Fault.

White Hotel Club, Manchester

Big Band Brunch - Christmas Special

Get into the festive spirit with a spectacular Christmas special from DG Kollective - an 18-piece big band bringing soaring brass, sleek saxes and a powerhouse…

Matt And Phred's, Manchester

Ethan Regan

Ethan Regan is a Charlotte-born singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist and producer whose thoughtful, introspective songs have helped him build a growing audi…

Band on the Wall, Manchester

Christmas Ceilidh @ Carlton Club, Whalley Range

Welcome to Levy Folk Collective's Christmas ceilidh - bring your festive garments and get jigging to some classic tunes and dances.

Carlton Club, Manchester

Royal Ballet: The Nutcracker

At a cosy Christmas party, young Clara meets the mysterious magician Drosselmeyer, who gives her a nutcracker doll.

Home, Manchester

The Man From Delmonte

The Man from Delmonte are an English indie pop band from Manchester. The band is a four-piece and consists of Mike West (vocals and acoustic guitar), Sheila Sea…

Band on the Wall, Manchester

Prestwich Community Choir: Pop, Musicals and Festive Faves

Prestwich Community Choir invites you to a joyful and uplifting evening of modern pop, musical theatre favourites, and festive seasonal songs, all in aid of cha…

The Stoller Hall, Manchester

Festive Tuesday Cafe

Festive Tuesday Cafe at Guide Bridge Theatre!Join us for a special seasonal edition of our popular Tuesday Cafe on Tuesday 15th December.Expect all the warmth a…

Guide Bridge Theatre, Manchester

Garrick Showcase

Join us as teams of actors perform a collection of new short plays by local writers.This is a free ticket event, but tickets must be booked prior to attendance.

Whitefield Garrick Theatre, Manchester

Live At Christmas With Fern Brady

Live At Christmas With Fern Brady at Albert Hall, Manchester

Albert Hall, Manchester

The Deadlians

The Deadlians are a Dublin based band with a cult following playing folk songs, punk rock, psychedelic segues.

Yes, Manchester

In the Bleep Midwinter: Bleep Test / Those Holy / Dierotica

Bleep Test, Those Holy and Dierotica bring their gothic charm(s) to Gullivers to raise money for Manchester Central Food Bank.

Gullivers, Manchester

Pg Prize Winners’ Concert With Twee Dang and Xian Wu

This concert is generously supported by Robert Edward Jones Legacy Fund.Vietnamese pianist Twee Dang is an internationally active performer whose musical langua…

Martin Harris Centre For Music And Drama, Manchester

Christmas Cracker

It feels like Christmas jingles its way back into our lives quicker every year - and we're already decking the halls for a Christmas Cracker spectacular burstin…

Guide Bridge Theatre, Manchester

Merry Skamas

Merry skamas Faintest Idea Captain Accident & The Disasters Nutty Skunk The Crash Mats DK vs.

Rebellion Manchester, Manchester

The Bottom Line

Emerging from England’s South Coast, The Bottom Line have grown with the wave of revival acts in the Pop Punk scene.

The Deaf Institute, Manchester

The Best Of Bubl - 'Home For Christmas'

The Best of Buble Home for ChristmasThe Best of Bubl Home for Christmas returns for its 2026 UK winter tour, formerly known as Bubl by Candlelight, featuring Jo…

The Stoller Hall, Manchester

Lee Burridge: Extended Set Joshua Brooks Manchester

Lee Burridge returns to Joshua Brooks on Friday 18 December. A year on from his last visit, Free From Sleep bring him back to the newly refurbished basement und…

Joshua Brooks, Manchester

Orchestra Mambo International - "Apuntalo!" album launch party

Orchestra Mambo International is a powerhouse 13-piece Latin big band formed in late 2022 by salsa DJ Lubi Jovanovic (DJ Lubi) and trombonist/composer Jonny Enr…

Band on the Wall, Manchester

Lee Burridge: Extended Set

Lee Burridge returns to Joshua Brooks. Three decades, All Day I Dream, and one extended set under the arches.

Joshua Brooks, Manchester

Ramona Club x Sub Ctrl

House // Rnb // Ukg // Baeleric // Garage // Uk Funky // Breaks // Piano House // Jungle // Dub // Afrobeats // Funk + Soul // Grime // Techno // Disco + More

Ramona, Manchester

Sinpit., The Naughty List - Men Only Event

Step into a men-only sanctuary drenched in blood-red lighting, where DJ Josh Smith delivers relentless house and tech while devilish gogo boys keep the atmosphe…

AREA, Manchester

Day Time Disco: Dave 'Love' Lee Joshua Brooks Manchester

If you have danced to a disco record in the last thirty years, there is a decent chance Dave Lee had a hand in it.

Joshua Brooks, Manchester

Ydny With Friends Christmas Cracker

We return Saturday December 19th for more YDNY shenanigans @thecarltonclub with our crackin YDNY with friends Christmas Party.

Carlton Club, Manchester

New

Candlelight Christmas: Love Actually, Home Alone & More

Get your tickets now to discover the music of Love Actually, Home Alone & more under the gentle glow of candlelight.

Hallé St Peter's, Manchester

Ramona Club X Threefifty6

MOT STATION. Right at the heart of Ramona, our legendary converted MOT STATION is an intimate venue.

Ramona, Manchester

New

Get Ready!

Get Ready! for an afternoon of Motown and soul, bringing together the classic sounds, legendary voices and unforgettable songs that have kept people dancing for…

Whitefield Conservative Club, Manchester

Aladdin

It's panto time... oh yes, it is! And this year, we're bringing you one of the most magical fairy tales of all - Aladdin!In the bustling streets of Old Peking,…

North West Theatre Arts Company Workshop, Manchester

W&E & Lovebugs, Manchester: Christmas Party.

Step into a night of elegance, energy and unforgettable music atThe W&E & Love Bugs Christmas Special

Impossible, Manchester

W&E & Love Bugs Christmas Special

Step into a night of elegance, energy and unforgettable music atThe W&E & Love Bugs Christmas Special

Impossible, Manchester

Candlelight Christmas: Love Actually, Home Alone & More

Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring like never seen before.

Hallé St Peter's, Manchester

The Nightmare Before Christmas - Gothic Masquerade Ball

A Nightmare of alternative music just before Christmas specially for all you goths and ghouls who need something a bit more spooky this Christmas time

Rebellion Manchester, Manchester

Michael Shafar: "INAPPROPRIATE" STAND UP COMEDY TOUR Creatures

Leicester Comedy Festival Best Show Nominee Edinburgh Fringe Sold Out Season Edgy. Dark.

Creature Comedy Club, Manchester

Maunder's Christmas Gig at Aatma

Maunder's school of popular music close the year with their adult students showcase gig. Showing bands from our talented band workshops attendees.

Aatma, Manchester

Brunch With Santa

Guess who's sleigh-ing into Guide Bridge Theatre this Christmas? That's right - the big man in red himself!Santa's taking a quick break from his toy workshop to…

Guide Bridge Theatre, Manchester

The Christmas Story and Donkey Day

Join us from 11.00am on December 20th, 2026 for The Christmas Story and Donkey Day community event, a celebration for all the family - come and enjoy the festiv…

The Monastery, Manchester

Mika and the Polar Bear

T2 2026 Christmas 4+Non-verbal, so ensures great access for deaf audiences and non-english speaking audiences, or english as a second language

Home, Manchester

Sa-Roc

Sa-Roc is an acclaimed American rapper and poet known for her powerful lyricism, conscious storytelling, and socially charged themes.

Band on the Wall, Manchester

Maunder's Xmas Acoustic Show/Vocal Showcase at Jimmy's

Maunder's School Of Popular Music presents its final Christmas gig at Jimmys ManchesterWith intimate acoustic performances by students who have attended our ban…

Jimmy's Manchester, Manchester

City Of The Sun

Formed in 2011, City of the Sun features guitarists John Pita, Avi Snow, and percussionist Zach Para.

Yes, Manchester

Old skool on the 1210s

Well after a fantastic 4th birthday party at Off The Square, we're back for a Christmas cracker. Live P.A on the day, as well as a mixture of vinyl and digital…

Off The Square, Manchester

K Klass - Haçienda All Night Long

K Klass - Haçienda All Night Long at Joshua Brooks, Manchester on December 27th 2026.

Joshua Brooks, Manchester

Moonlight Sonata at Christmas by Candlelight

Treat yourself and your loved ones to a captivating evening of piano music in the days after Christmas.

Manchester Cathedral, Manchester

New

Music From the Movies by Candlelight

Experience the unforgettable magic of John Williams as the acclaimed The Piccadilly Sinfonietta brings some of the greatest film scores ever written to life in…

Manchester Cathedral, Manchester

Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs (Pantomime) - Relaxed Performance

Mirror, Mirror, on the wall, don’t miss the fairest pantomime of them all!

Opera House, Manchester