What's on in Manchester and surrounding area
What's on in Manchester and surrounding area
Saturday 5 September 2026
Manchester City v Coventry City
Manchester City v Coventry City
Etihad Stadium, Manchester
City take on Coventry in the Premier League. ...High School Musical
High School Musical
Lowry, Salford
Icon Jason Donovan* will play Coach Bolton and Disney royalty KayCee Stroh (High School Musical Trilogy) stars as Ms Darbus in Disney's HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL. They join the previously announced Tobias Turley (ITV's Mamma Mia! I Have A Dream)...Surinderella
Surinderella
Palace Theatre, Manchester
Rifco presents an evening of laughter, romance, and larger-than-life entertainment with their brand new British South Asian family pantomime. Welcome to The Bolly-woods, where the naach is non-stop, the drama is bigger than your aunties, an...The Prat Pack - Bradley Walsh, Brian Conley, Shane Richie & Joe Pasquale
The Prat Pack - Bradley Walsh, Brian Conley, Shane Richie & Joe Pasquale
Manchester Opera House, Manchester
Following the monumental success of their debut run, the nation's most beloved entertainers are officially reuniting. Bradley Walsh, Brian Conley, Joe Pasquale, and Shane Richie have confirmed they are hitting the road once again with 'The ...A League Of Their Own
A League Of Their Own
AO Arena, Manchester
Hit TV show A League of Their Own is stepping off the screen for the first time ever and onto the stage, bringing its signature blend of outrageous challenges, big laughs and unexpected moments to arenas across the UK this September for i...ASAP Rocky
ASAP Rocky
Co-op Live, Manchester
Multi-hyphenated artist, entrepreneur, actor and fashion icon A$AP Rocky, born Rakim Mayers, has taken the world by storm since his emergence in 2011. The New York rapper and partner to Rihanna has continued to dominate the music industry b...Laughterama - Jack Dee + Red Richardson + more
Laughterama - Jack Dee + Red Richardson + more
Castlefield Bowl, Manchester
JACK DEE + RED RICHARDSON + JEN NOLAN + STEPHEN BAILEY + RACHEL FAIRBURN. LAUGHTERAMA, Manchester's biggest comedy festival returns to Castlefield Bowl with five nights of astounding all-star stand-up, craft beers, street eats & more. One...Laughterama - Sara Pascoe + Tom Rosenthal + more
Laughterama - Sara Pascoe + Tom Rosenthal + more
Castlefield Bowl, Manchester
SARA PASCOE + TOM ROSENTHAL + MICHAEL ODEWALE + MICHELLE DE SWARTE + JEN BRISTER. LAUGHTERAMA, Manchester's biggest comedy festival returns to Castlefield Bowl with five nights of astounding all-star stand-up, craft beers, street eats & mor...Fearne Cotton's Happy Place Festival
Fearne Cotton's Happy Place Festival
Tatton Park, Knutsford
Fuel your thoughts and find your sanctuary this summer at the UK's biggest space dedicated to feeding both body and mind. Spawned from Fearne Cotton's Happy Place podcast, which sees the London born broadcaster talk to incredible peopl...Maze
Maze
The Bridgewater Hall, Manchester
One of the most acclaimed and influential bands of their era, MAZE, renowned for their unique & timeless R&B and funk sound, decades of unforgettable live performances return to the stage. With a career spanning more than five decades, MAZE...Manchester Psych Fest
Manchester Psych Fest
Manchester Academy, Manchester
Multi-venue festival at O2 Ritz, Manchester Albert Hall, Gorilla, CANVAS, YES and Deaf Institute. Ticket gains access to all venues. Venue capacities are based on first come first serve so please arrive early for specific acts. ...Manchester Psych Fest
Manchester Psych Fest
O2 Ritz, Manchester
Multi-venue festival at O2 Ritz, Manchester Albert Hall, Gorilla, CANVAS, YES and Deaf Institute. Ticket gains access to all venues. Venue capacities are based on first come first serve so please arrive early for specific acts. ...Flop - The Best Songs From The Worst Musicals
Flop - The Best Songs From The Worst Musicals
Hope Mill Theatre, Manchester
The virtuosic Arthur Hull performs the updated version of FLOP! - the musical cabaret inspired by some of Broadway's least loved musicals. FLOP! features the best songs from the worst musicals - a motley assortment of the misunderstood...Manchester Psych Fest
Manchester Psych Fest
Various Venues, Manchester
Multi-venue festival at O2 Ritz, Manchester Albert Hall, Gorilla, CANVAS, YES and Deaf Institute. Ticket gains access to all venues. Venue capacities are based on first come first serve so please arrive early for specific acts. ...Jack Rooke
Jack Rooke
Lowry, Salford
BAFTA-winning writer and recovering spoken-word artist Jack Rooke (Creator of Hulu / C4's Big Boys) brings back his debut comedy-theatre show 'Good Grief', a decade on from it launching his career. Featuring the original show (co-written wi...Fields Of Gold Festival
Fields Of Gold Festival
Tameside Stadium, Ashton-under-Lyne
Sing your heart out to Manchester classics and the UK's favourite tunes performed by some of the country's finest tribute acts at the Fields Of Gold Festival, Tameside Stadium, hosted by Manchester Music Legends Clint Boon and Dave Sweet...East is East
East is East
Octagon Theatre, Bolton
The 30th anniversary production of Ayub Khan Din's modern classic, a story about identity, generational conflict, and the messy, unbreakable bonds of family. Salford, 1971. The Khan family are living above a chip shop and on the fault line ...Smithsonian Starstruck - An Immersive Experience
Smithsonian Starstruck - An Immersive Experience
Transmission House, Manchester
Smithsonian Starstruck: An Immersive Experience is a first-of-its-kind virtual reality adventure that doesn't just show you the universe - it places you inside it. Created in collaboration with the Smithsonian Astrophysical Observatory, th...Symphonix Orchestra - Symphonix Bocelli
Symphonix Orchestra - Symphonix Bocelli
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Symphonix Bocelli is an emotional musical experience celebrating the extraordinary life and music of Andrea Bocelli, the world-renowned tenor whose voice transcended borders and whose story defied the odds. From his early years in Tuscany ...Michael Shannon & Jason Narducy Celebrate REM
Michael Shannon & Jason Narducy Celebrate REM
New Century, Manchester
Oscar nominated Kentucky actor Michael Shannon (Revolutionary Road, and Nocturnal Animals) joins forces with Illinois singer Jason Narducy and friends to celebrate the 40th anniversary of REM's Lifes Rich Pageant. The tour follows the succe...Sunday 6 September 2026
High School Musical
High School Musical
Lowry, Salford
Icon Jason Donovan* will play Coach Bolton and Disney royalty KayCee Stroh (High School Musical Trilogy) stars as Ms Darbus in Disney's HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL. They join the previously announced Tobias Turley (ITV's Mamma Mia! I Have A Dream)...The Prat Pack - Bradley Walsh, Brian Conley, Shane Richie & Joe Pasquale
The Prat Pack - Bradley Walsh, Brian Conley, Shane Richie & Joe Pasquale
Manchester Opera House, Manchester
Following the monumental success of their debut run, the nation's most beloved entertainers are officially reuniting. Bradley Walsh, Brian Conley, Joe Pasquale, and Shane Richie have confirmed they are hitting the road once again with 'The ...KATSEYE
KATSEYE
Co-op Live, Manchester
Los Angeles "global girl group" KATSEYE boast members from from the United States, Philippines, South Korea, and Switzerland. Originally formed through the 2023 reality competition series Dream Academy, the group's formation process was la...Laughterama - Chris McCausland + John Robins + more
Laughterama - Chris McCausland + John Robins + more
Castlefield Bowl, Manchester
CHRIS MCCAUSLAND + HARRIET KEMSLEY + JANINE HAROUNI + RHYS JAMES + JOHN ROBINS. LAUGHTERAMA, Manchester's biggest comedy festival returns to Castlefield Bowl with five nights of astounding all-star stand-up, craft beers, street eats & more....Laughterama - Michelle Wolf + Rose Matafeo + more
Laughterama - Michelle Wolf + Rose Matafeo + more
Castlefield Bowl, Manchester
SPECIAL GUEST HEADLINER MICHELLE WOLF + ROSE MATAFEO + BELLA HULL + AMY ANNETTE + SARAH KEYWORTH + PHIL ELLIS. LAUGHTERAMA, Manchester's biggest comedy festival returns to Castlefield Bowl with five nights of astounding all-star stand-up, c...Fearne Cotton's Happy Place Festival
Fearne Cotton's Happy Place Festival
Tatton Park, Knutsford
Fuel your thoughts and find your sanctuary this summer at the UK's biggest space dedicated to feeding both body and mind. Spawned from Fearne Cotton's Happy Place podcast, which sees the London born broadcaster talk to incredible peopl...Yotam Ottolenghi
Yotam Ottolenghi
Aviva Studios, Manchester
The bestselling author of Simple and Flavour, Yotam Ottolenghi, invites you to celebrate the release of his highly anticipated new cookbook Simple Too, an irresistible companion to the era-defining Simple. Yotam will be cooking live on sta...The Bootleg Beatles
The Bootleg Beatles
Gorilla, Manchester
The world's Premier Beatles band continues to draw critical acclaim with their flawless recreation of the greatest songbook in history. Tracing the Fab Four's journey through the swinging 60s, every tiny detail is forensically observed fro...Flop - The Best Songs From The Worst Musicals
Flop - The Best Songs From The Worst Musicals
Hope Mill Theatre, Manchester
The virtuosic Arthur Hull performs the updated version of FLOP! - the musical cabaret inspired by some of Broadway's least loved musicals. FLOP! features the best songs from the worst musicals - a motley assortment of the misunderstood...Manchester Storm v Sheffield Steelers
Manchester Storm v Sheffield Steelers
AO Arena, Manchester
Following the incredible reaction to the announcement of their return to their original home, Manchester Storm are delighted to reveal the first pre-season fixture at the AO Arena - and it's a blockbuster. The Storm will take on fierce riva...Smithsonian Starstruck - An Immersive Experience
Smithsonian Starstruck - An Immersive Experience
Transmission House, Manchester
Smithsonian Starstruck: An Immersive Experience is a first-of-its-kind virtual reality adventure that doesn't just show you the universe - it places you inside it. Created in collaboration with the Smithsonian Astrophysical Observatory, th...From The Jam
From The Jam
New Century, Manchester
Bruce Foxton is a part of the English Rock and Roll establishment. A musician who is most commonly recognised as the bass player and vocalist in legendary bands Stiff Little Fingers and, more famously, mod-revivalists The Jam, with Paul Wel...The Jazz Room - Sinatra & Armstrong
The Jazz Room - Sinatra & Armstrong
Band On The Wall, Manchester
Step into The Jazz Room for a musical journey through the songs of Frank Sinatra and Louis Armstrong. From Sinatra's effortless swing style to Armstrong's unforgettable voice and trumpet, their music comes alive once again in a heartfelt li...From The Jam
From The Jam
FAC251, Manchester
Bruce Foxton is a part of the English Rock and Roll establishment. A musician who is most commonly recognised as the bass player and vocalist in legendary bands Stiff Little Fingers and, more famously, mod-revivalists The Jam, with Paul Wel...Machu Picchu - Journey to the Lost City
Machu Picchu - Journey to the Lost City
Transmission House, Manchester
Machu Picchu: Journey to the Lost City transports you back 450 years ago to the heart of the ancient Inca Empire in stunning virtual reality. You'll climb the breathtaking peaks of the Andes, wander through the Temple of the Sun, walk the f...Krishna Calling: Classic Bhajans and Raga Symphony
Krishna Calling: Classic Bhajans and Raga Symphony
Lowry, Salford
Rakesh Joshi is talented composer, artistic director of the Indian choir-ensemble and educator. He specialised in singing devotional and semi-classical songs. Achieved Ph.D. in Indian music from the University of Salford. He has widely perf...Horizon of Khufu - Journey to Ancient Egypt
Horizon of Khufu - Journey to Ancient Egypt
Transmission House, Manchester
The Pyramids of Egypt have arrived in the UK for the first time! This immersive and groundbreaking expedition takes you back to the golden age of ancient Egypt, allowing you to explore the depths of the iconic pyramids, meet the goddess Bas...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...No%20Country%20For%20Old%20Mancs%20-%20Smug%20Roberts%20%26%20Terry%20Christian
No%20Country%20For%20Old%20Mancs%20-%20Smug%20Roberts%20%26%20Terry%20Christian
Cuckoo Prestwich, Manchester
Smug Roberts & Terry ChristianTwo Manchester lads, one city and a big bag of stories. Join Smug Roberts and Terry Christian for a night of comedy, conversation, music and memories as they look back at the Manchester that made them, from wor...Ai Weiwei - Button Up!
Ai Weiwei - Button Up!
Aviva Studios, Manchester
History, power and empire collide in Button Up! - a major new exhibition from the world-leading artist and activist Ai Weiwei Internationally renowned artist and activist Ai Weiwei turns his critical gaze to the last 200 years of global h...
