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Saturday 1 August 2026

The crowning glory of Broadway, the West End and beyond, the international smash hit musical SIX makes its royal return following its previous sold out success!Winner of over 35 international awards including the Tony Award for 'Best Or...

The Rocky Horror Show

Palace Theatre, Manchester

Having been seen by over 35 million theatregoers, The Rocky Horror Show is the story of two squeaky clean college kids-Brad and his fiancee Janet. When by a twist of fate, their car breaks down outside a creepy mansion whilst on their way t...

Newton Music Festival

Mesnes Park, Warrington

Newton Music Festival is taking place in conjunction with Newton Town show. Starring: THE K'S - Local band making waves in the music world with their debut album taking the number 3 slot in the chart. THE LOTTERY WINNERS. THE ROLLING PEOPL...

Oh Zeus!

Lowry, Salford

Kings of Comedy Le Navet Bete are back! For lovers of Fawlty Towers, Bottom and The Play That Goes Wrong, Oh Zeus! is a riotous, all-out hilarious ride through Greek mythology. When the stability of Olympus is threatened by the marriage of ...

Fun Home

Royal Exchange Theatre, Manchester

The regional premiere of an exhilarating, heartbreaking and Tony Award-winning musical about coming out and coming of age. 'I think we're alike in a certain way...' Join cartoonist Alison Bechdel on a journey into her childhood memories, re...

Teletech Festival

Bowlers Exhibition Centre, Manchester

Teletech techno festival returns to its home city of Manchester for a fifth time in 2026. Line-up to be announced. ...

Manchester Comedy Club

Area, Manchester

Hosted by Charli Angel,Manchester Comedy Club brings you the best of UK comedy. Enjoy a fantastic mix of jokes, quick wit, and laughter in a welcoming, inclusive environment. Whether you're here for the jokes, the company, or the atmosphere...

Playreading Sessions

HOME, Manchester

HOME's popular Playreading group meets on the first Friday of most months. The sessions, which are open to all, offer an opportunity to read and discuss plays that are linked to our theatre productions, or discover new plays from local tal...

Cheshire Fest 2026

Capesthorne Hall, Macclesfield

Cheshire's No.1 premium boutique festival nestled in the lush green countryside at Capesthorne Hall....

Fireman Sam Live - The Lost Pirate Treasure

Stockport Plaza, Stockport

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Total Clash + The Buzzkocks

The Citadel Theatre, St Helens

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Total Clash vs BuzzKocks

The Citadel Theatre, St Helens

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Manchester Got Soul: Live Music and DJs Til Late

The Blues Kitchen, Manchester

Live music and DJs across both floors from 8pm to 3am....

Todd Terry - HaÃ§ienda All Night Long

Joshua Brooks, Manchester

Todd Terry - Hacienda All Night Long at Joshua Brooks, Manchester on August 1st 2026....

After Dark Ghost Hunt in Manchester: Face Your Fright

35 Sackville St, Manchester

Highlights ?? Explore 10 haunted locations on foot across the city ? Use your smartphone to track spirits and uncover clues ? Solve puzzles and complete spooky challenges in teams General Info ? Available daily, anytime ? Duration: approx. ...

Brokenwingclub: Kahula + Support

Kamera At Lloyd And Platt, Manchester

Arena-sounding rock with influences from New Order, Radiohead, Kings of Leon, and Stereophonics. thoughtful songwriting & reverb-soaked anthems....

Brokenwingclub: Kahula // OCEANLESS // Nico Harmony // VENTR

Kamera At Lloyd And Platt, Manchester

Anthemic band Kahula headline an evening supporting grass roots venues at the new 100 cap Kamera Ballroom above the old Lloyds CHORLTON £10 ENTRY...

Chorley Flower Show 2026

Astley Park, Chorley

Chorley Flower Show returns for the eleventh year with gold medal-winning displays, talks by celebrity gardeners, a variety of trade stands and more....

Education Era: Summer School at P.Louise City

Plouise City, Manchester

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Manchester Craft Beer Experience

Cloudwater Brewery And Taproom, Manchester

4 hours of guided beer discovery- 10 craft beer tastings across 4 brewery taprooms- Small groups for a relaxed, social vibe - Led by a beer expert....

Sunday 2 August 2026

SIX

Lowry, Salford

RADAR Festival

O2 Victoria Warehouse, Manchester

A progressive rock and metal festival headlined in 2025 by Carpenter Brut + Bob Vylan + Underoath....

Brokenwingclub: Kahula + Support

Kamera At Lloyd And Platt, Manchester

Arena-sounding rock with influences from New Order, Radiohead, Kings of Leon, and Stereophonics. thoughtful songwriting & reverb-soaked anthems....

Brokenwingclub: Kahula // OCEANLESS // Nico Harmony // VENTR

Kamera At Lloyd And Platt, Manchester

Anthemic band Kahula headline an evening supporting grass roots venues at the new 100 cap Kamera Ballroom above the old Lloyds CHORLTON £10 ENTRY...

Chorley Flower Show 2026

Astley Park, Chorley

Chorley Flower Show returns for the eleventh year with gold medal-winning displays, talks by celebrity gardeners, a variety of trade stands and more....

Education Era: Summer School at P.Louise City

Plouise City, Manchester

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Lancastrian Luncheon 2026

East Lancashire Railway, Bury

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StreetHunt Games: Outdoor scavenger hunt

Great Northern Square, Manchester

Tickets for StreetHunt Games: Outdoor scavenger hunt ? Ticket for 1 Player for Game: The Case of Colombia's Finest Manchester! There?s more brewing at Goodbeans=Goodbrews than just good coffee. Suspicious staff. Buried files. And a trail of...

StreetHunt Games: Outdoor treasure hunt

Science & Industry Museum, Manchester

Tickets for StreetHunt Games: Outdoor scavenger hunt ? Ticket for 1 Player for Game: Will Breaker Manchester! Your uncle?s inheritance is yours, but only if you can track down his will. Starting outside the Science and Industry Museum, you?...

Pre-Theatre Dining at The Lowry

Lowry, Salford

Enjoy lunch, pre-matinee, dinner and pre-theatre dining at The Lowry, overlooking the stunning waterside setting of Salford Quays and MediaCityUK. Pier Eight Restaurant is located on the ground floor of The Lowry. ...

Monday 3 August 2026

MERAUDER & support - The Bread Shed Manchester

The Bread Shed, Manchester

MCHC presentsMERAUDER & SUPPORTHardcore/ Metal/ Death Metal/ Hardcore Punk and more...

Brokenwingclub: Kahula + Support

Kamera At Lloyd And Platt, Manchester

Arena-sounding rock with influences from New Order, Radiohead, Kings of Leon, and Stereophonics. thoughtful songwriting & reverb-soaked anthems....

Brokenwingclub: Kahula // OCEANLESS // Nico Harmony // VENTR

Kamera At Lloyd And Platt, Manchester

Anthemic band Kahula headline an evening supporting grass roots venues at the new 100 cap Kamera Ballroom above the old Lloyds CHORLTON £10 ENTRY...

Education Era: Summer School at P.Louise City

Plouise City, Manchester

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StreetHunt Games: Outdoor scavenger hunt

Great Northern Square, Manchester

StreetHunt Games: Outdoor treasure hunt

Science & Industry Museum, Manchester

Summer at Plouise

P Louise Make Up Academy, Stockport

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Tuesday 4 August 2026

Miss Saigon

Palace Theatre, Manchester

The soaring musical score features the hits songs; The Heat is On in Saigon, The Movie in My Mind, Last Night of the World and The American Dream. Michael Harrison in association with Cameron Mackintosh is delighted to present a new touring...