What's on in Manchester and surrounding area
What's on in Manchester and surrounding area
Tuesday 1 September 2026
The Neighbourhood
The Neighbourhood
Co-op Live, Manchester
The critically acclaimed LA based alternative rock band The Neighbourhood's 2013 debut album, "I Love You", with its four times platinum hit single "Sweater Weather" catapulted the band to the top of the pop and alternative charts. "Sweater...Tyler Ballgame
Tyler Ballgame
New Century Hall, Manchester
Renowned for his live shows, Rhode Island singer Tyler Ballgame's music is built on strong melodic hooks and draws subtle inspiration from the 60s and 70s, blending nostalgia and undeniable songcraft. His voice truly sets him apart - Rough ...Horrible Science - Cosmic Chaos
Horrible Science - Cosmic Chaos
Science & Industry Museum, Manchester
An out-of-this-world premiere exhibition, now open at the Science and Industry Museum. Blast off into the solar system and embark on a cosmic adventure guided by familiar characters from the brand-new BBC Horrible Science TV series. Walk in...LOWRY 360
LOWRY 360
Lowry, Salford
A unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the sights and sounds of LS Lowry's iconic work, Going to the Match, in the UK's first free permanent immersive experience. Created in collaboration with Barcelona's renowned Immersive studi...
After Dark Ghost Hunt in Manchester: Face Your Fright
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
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
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...Do One
Do One
N.I.A.M.O.S Radical Art & Culture Centre, Manchester
DO ONE returns to the Niamos on Fri March 6th from 8.30pm - late with DJs Irfan Rainy & Golden Lounge Sound System....Highlights of Manchester Outdoor Exploration Game
Highlights of Manchester Outdoor Exploration Game
Cathedral Approach, Manchester
Highlights ? Spot Manchester?s iconic worker bee symbol throughout the city ? Stroll through the Northern Quarter?s artistic streets and creative spots ????? Follow detective clues in a thrilling escape-style city game General Info ? Date &...Hot Mess Club- Celeb Boozy Brunch
Hot Mess Club- Celeb Boozy Brunch
Onbar Manchester, Manchester
Celeb Boozy Brunch brings 90 mins bottomless booze, interactive games and drag stars spiralling as your fave celebs in full tabloid chaos....Manchester Music Outdoor Exploration Game
Manchester Music Outdoor Exploration Game
Johnny Roadhouse Music, Manchester
Highlights ? Explore the historical era of the 80's & 90's that put Manchester on the map for music ?? Discover stories of kidnapping, bankruptcy and Barbados involving bands like The Smiths, Happy Mondays, Oasis & even Madonna ? Solve puzz...Manchester's Secret Conspiracy: Hunt for the Files
Manchester's Secret Conspiracy: Hunt for the Files
Manchester Central Library, Manchester
Highlights ????? Step into the role of a detective uncovering a sinister secret ? Solve puzzles and challenges across Manchester?s iconic landmarks ? Your phone is your only guide in this thrilling outdoor mission General Info ? Date & Time...Murder in Manchester Outdoor Exploration Game
Murder in Manchester Outdoor Exploration Game
102 Fairfield St, Manchester
? Step into a real-world outdoor adventure and become an explorer ? uncover hidden clues, solve clever puzzles, and complete an exciting mission across the city. Highlights ?? Outdoor exploration game featuring 10 hand-picked city locations...Street Art of Manchester Outdoor Exploration Game
Street Art of Manchester Outdoor Exploration Game
Travelodge Manchester Piccadilly, Manchester
? Explore your city with an immersive outdoor exploration game that blends history, storytelling, and puzzle-solving across its most iconic landmarks. Highlights ?? Step into the role of a legendary historical figure connected to the city?s...StreetHunt Games: Outdoor scavenger hunt
StreetHunt Games: Outdoor scavenger hunt
Great Northern Square, Manchester
Part scavenger hunt, part escape room, all story. It's your turn to step into the mystery. Tickets for StreetHunt Games: Outdoor scavenger hunt ? Ticket for 1 Player for Game: The Case of Colombia's Finest Manchester! There?s more brewing a...StreetHunt Games: Outdoor treasure hunt
StreetHunt Games: Outdoor treasure hunt
Science & Industry Museum, Manchester
Part scavenger hunt, part escape room, all story. It's your turn to step into the mystery. Tickets for StreetHunt Games: Outdoor scavenger hunt ? Ticket for 1 Player for Game: Will Breaker Manchester! Your uncle?s inheritance is yours, but ...
The Manchester Pusher: Outdoor Exploration Game
The Manchester Pusher: Outdoor Exploration Game
Quay St & Young St, Manchester
Highlights ? Walk Manchester?s eeriest streets and uncover the legend of The Pusher ? Solve puzzles and follow clues to uncover hidden stories and real-world crimes ?? Visit 14 mysterious locations including Chetham?s Library, Bootle Street...Murder Mystery - Death in the Shadows
Murder Mystery - Death in the Shadows
Manchester Central Library, Manchester
Step into the shoes of the city's best detective in this phone app-based game. On a ghost tour gone wrong, famous travel blogger Bella Wanderlust is found dead. Was it her jealous boyfriend? The eccentric tour guide? Or someone lurking in t...Wednesday 2 September 2026
High School Musical
High School Musical
Lowry, Salford
Hope Mill Theatre are delighted to announce that 20 years after the iconic movie, Disney's HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL will have its first UK non-replica production at Lowry, Salford!Based on the hit Disney Channel Original Movie- join Troy, Gabrie...Horrible Science - Cosmic Chaos
Horrible Science - Cosmic Chaos
Science & Industry Museum, Manchester
An out-of-this-world premiere exhibition, now open at the Science and Industry Museum. Blast off into the solar system and embark on a cosmic adventure guided by familiar characters from the brand-new BBC Horrible Science TV series. Walk in...LOWRY 360
LOWRY 360
Lowry, Salford
A unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the sights and sounds of LS Lowry's iconic work, Going to the Match, in the UK's first free permanent immersive experience. Created in collaboration with Barcelona's renowned Immersive studi...
The Kilkennys
The Kilkennys
Blackburn Empire Theatre, Blackburn
Following a landmark year celebrating 25 years together, The Kilkennys return to the road in 2026 with a brand-new international tour. Fresh from the release of their acclaimed 25 Year Celebration album, a double release featuring 25 tracks...
All Day Rover
All Day Rover
East Lancashire Railway, Bury
Fancy one of the best days out in the North West?Try our Day Rover Tickets, an amazing steam train day out including 12 miles of stunning scenery and 7 unique stops packed with things to do. Including not just the steam train ride, but also...Brokenwingclub: Kahula + Support
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
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...Caravan & Motorhome Club Member All Day Rover
Caravan & Motorhome Club Member All Day Rover
East Lancashire Railway, Bury
Special Offer buy one get one free!* Fancy one of the best days out in the North West?Caravan and Motorhome Club Members can take advantage of our special All Day Rover ticket offer, an amazing steam train day out including 12 miles of stu...Do One
Do One
N.I.A.M.O.S Radical Art & Culture Centre, Manchester
DO ONE returns to the Niamos on Fri March 6th from 8.30pm - late with DJs Irfan Rainy & Golden Lounge Sound System....ELRPS Members Standard Tickets
ELRPS Members Standard Tickets
East Lancashire Railway, Bury
ELRPS Members please purchase your standard (non-event) travel here. Customers purchasing these tickets need to hold a valid ELRPS Membership for 2026 and your card must be shown on the day of travel. Please select whether you require an ...
Hot Mess Club- Celeb Boozy Brunch
Hot Mess Club- Celeb Boozy Brunch
Onbar Manchester, Manchester
Celeb Boozy Brunch brings 90 mins bottomless booze, interactive games and drag stars spiralling as your fave celebs in full tabloid chaos....Residents Freedom Ticket
Residents Freedom Ticket
East Lancashire Railway, Bury
Our new Residents Freedom Ticket gives Resident Permit holders all day travel on any train on our standard (non-event) days. Customers purchasing these tickets need to hold a valid Resident Permit and your card must be shown on the day of t...
Thursday 3 September 2026
High School Musical
High School Musical
Lowry, Salford
Hope Mill Theatre are delighted to announce that 20 years after the iconic movie, Disney's HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL will have its first UK non-replica production at Lowry, Salford!Based on the hit Disney Channel Original Movie- join Troy, Gabrie...Bailey Zimmerman
Bailey Zimmerman
O2 Victoria Warehouse, Manchester
As a spellbinding storyteller, sharp songwriter, powerhouse performer and history-making, double platinum-certified phenomenon, celebrated Illinois Country Music singer/songwriter Bailey Zimmerman has personified the American dream from th...Horrible Science - Cosmic Chaos
Horrible Science - Cosmic Chaos
Science & Industry Museum, Manchester
An out-of-this-world premiere exhibition, now open at the Science and Industry Museum. Blast off into the solar system and embark on a cosmic adventure guided by familiar characters from the brand-new BBC Horrible Science TV series. Walk in...LOWRY 360
LOWRY 360
Lowry, Salford
A unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the sights and sounds of LS Lowry's iconic work, Going to the Match, in the UK's first free permanent immersive experience. Created in collaboration with Barcelona's renowned Immersive studi...Film: Red Dust (Cert PG)
Film: Red Dust (Cert PG)
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
The owner of a rubber plantation becomes involved with the new wife of one of his employees. Starring Clark Gable, Jean Harlow, and Mary Astor. Images courtesy of Park Circus/Warner Bros....Afternoon Tea
Afternoon Tea
East Lancashire Railway, Bury
Sit back and relax in our luxury Pullman style carriages while you enjoy freshly made finger sandwiches, a savoury and cakes. Finished off with a homemade scone with strawberry preserve and fresh clotted cream, complimented with unlimited t...All Day Rover
