EXPERIENCES IN MANCHESTER
EXPERIENCES IN MANCHESTER
Most Popular Experiences in Manchester
Murder Mystery Evening
East Lancashire Railway
Fri 27 Feb - Fri 18 Dec 2026
Murder Mystery - Death in the Shadows
Manchester Central Library
Sun 1 Mar - Tue 1 Dec 2026
Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour
Old Trafford
Fri 27 Feb - Wed 1 Apr 2026
Bubble Planet - An Immersive Experience
Depot Mayfield
Fri 27 Feb 2026 - Tue 1 Jan 2030
Opera House Theatre Tour
Manchester Opera House
Fri 27 Feb - Mon 2 Mar 2026
Circus Funtasia
Wythenshawe Park, Manchester
Friday 27 February - Sunday 1 March 2026
USE THE DISCOUNT CODE "FUN26" TO GET MONEY OFF YOUR TICKET!Feel the Thrill of Circus Funtasia 2026 - Where Dreams Become Reality! Get ready to gasp, cheer, laugh, and leap out of your seat as Circus Funtasia 2026 storms into town with a tur...Luminiscence
Manchester Cathedral, Manchester
Friday 27 February - Thursday 26 March 2026
Arriving in the UK for the first time, after dazzling over 1 Million people in Europe, the incredible immersive projection concert LUMINISCENCE transforms Manchester Cathedral into a fully immersive world of sound, story, and light. Featuri...Murder Mystery Evening
East Lancashire Railway, Bury
Friday 27 February - Friday 18 December 2026
Nothing works up an appetite like exercising those brain cells. So bring your best detective skills and join us for a night of mystery and murder on one of our stunning heritage steam trains. If you love Agatha Christie or Sherlock Holmes -...Machu Picchu - Journey to the Lost City
Transmission House, Manchester
Friday 27 - Saturday 28 February 2026
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 ...Under 5s Little Creatives
Lowry, Salford
Friday 27 February 2026
Sessions not available during school holidays Come along to Little Creatives in The Lookout for 45 minutes of fun. These sessions are designed for children age 2-5yrs with lots of engaging activities for them to get involved with. All atten...Opera House Theatre Tour
Manchester Opera House, Manchester
Friday 27 February - Monday 2 March 2026
Opened in 1912, The Opera House is one of Manchester's oldest and most beautiful theatres. Today the theatre plays host to hundreds of performances each year and remains an important part of Manchester's vibrant cultural offer. Our Tours a...Bubble Planet - An Immersive Experience
Depot Mayfield, Manchester
Friday 27 February - Sunday 8 March 2026
Welcome to Bubble Planet, where bubbles are bigger and more magical than ever. Let your inner child run free and follow your imagination in this spherical universe full of soap bubbles, air bubbles, and even virtual reality. Explore every ...The Library of Enchantment
Z-arts, Manchester
Friday 27 - Saturday 28 February 2026
Ever wanted to step inside a story? The Library of Enchantment is a fun-filled thrilling family-friendly escape room, full of seafaring adventures, time travelling tricks and a pesky old bookworm who's always up to meddlesome mischief! Can ...Manchester City Stadium Tour
Etihad Stadium, Manchester
Friday 27 - Saturday 28 February 2026
Enjoy one of the most immersive tour experiences in the Premier League with a guided look around The Etihad Stadium. Experience the Manchester City story in a 360 degrees theatre and enjoy an audio-visual perspective of the players' matchd...Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour
Old Trafford, Manchester
Friday 27 February - Wednesday 1 April 2026
Visit the Museum & Stadium Tour at Old Trafford and walk in the footsteps of greatness. The Museum is open for visitors, and the Stadium Tour follows a great route, so you'll see the players' tunnel, walk next to the world famous pitch, and...moviEscape - SAWtopsy
Moviescape Stockport, Manchester
Friday 27 - Saturday 28 February 2026
Inspired by the hit SAW movie franchise, SAWtopsy at moviESCAPE, Stockport's leading Escape Room offering, is a gory and ominous room with dim, atmospheric lighting, however it does not feature any jump scares - well none that are delibe...Indoor Skydiving
Ifly Indoor Skydiving Manchester, Manchester
Friday 27 - Saturday 28 February 2026
Safely float in an 800-horsepower vertical wind tunnel that generates a wall-to-wall cushion of air commonly used by professional skydivers at iFLY Manchester without having to jump from a plane. Once inside the flight chamber, a tunnel ope...Sound Bath with Flomosa Healing
Pennington Wharf Community Hub, Wigan
Friday 27 February - Friday 27 March 2026
A beautiful relaxing journey of sound where you are soothed with crystal and Tibetan bowls, drums, chimes, an ocean drum. Are you feeling stressed, anxious, or ungrounded? Struggling to sleep or relax? Generally can't switch off, or quiet t...Family Art Stars
Z-arts, Manchester
Saturday 28 February - Saturday 4 April 2026
Families that learn together, grow together. We are very excited to continue our Family Art Stars sessions every Saturday! Come down, muck in and make some art as a family, spending quality time and learning new techniques. No skill is requ...Murder Mystery - Death in the Shadows
Manchester Central Library, Manchester
Sunday 1 March - Tuesday 1 December 2026
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...
Adventures in Wonderland
Z-arts, Manchester
Tuesday 3 March - Wednesday 22 July 2026
Fall down the rabbit hole and have your very own magical adventure with Adventures in Wonderland at Z-arts! Created by Z-arts in partnership with Macmillan Children's Books, step into Alice's shoes and have your very own magical Adventure i...Gandeys K-Pop Dragon Circus
Halliwell Jones Stadium, Warrington
Thursday 5 - Sunday 15 March 2026
Step into the spectacular world of Gandey's K-Pop Dragon Circus - a dazzling fusion of East meets West, where magic, music, and myth unite beneath the big top. Leading the adventure is the charismatic Ringmaster Joel, joined by his mischiev...Altrincham Garrick Play Reading Club
Altrincham Garrick, Altrincham
Friday 6 March - Friday 4 December 2026
If you like theatre... no, if you love theatre, drama, comedy, musical theatre, play reading, poetry and much more and would relish the opportunity to meet new people, then the new 'Altrincham Garrick Play Reading Club' is for you. Here is ...Palace Theatre Tour
Palace Theatre, Manchester
Monday 9 - Monday 16 March 2026
Opened in 1891, The Palace Theatre is one of Manchester's oldest and most beautiful theatres. With a glorious history hosting stars of stage and screen including Judy Garland, Gracie Fields, Les Dawson and Charlie Chaplin, today, the Palace...Drive A Steam Train Experience
East Lancashire Railway, Bury
Friday 13 March - Friday 23 October 2026
Bring your childhood dreams to life as you step onto the footplate of a full-sized, fully operational heritage steam train and take control of the magnificent engine. A steam train driving experience on the East Lancashire Railway is exactl...Sound Bath with Flomosa Healing
The Space Unit 15, Wigan
Friday 13 March 2026
A beautiful relaxing journey of sound where you are soothed with crystal and Tibetan bowls, drums, chimes, an ocean drum. Are you feeling stressed, anxious, or ungrounded? Struggling to sleep or relax? Generally can't switch off, or quiet t...Always K-Pop
Aviva Studios, Manchester
Sunday 15 March 2026
Celebrate the vibrant world of K-Pop through music, dance, food - and new friendships! Always K-Pop UK returns for its third edition, bringing a full-day celebration of K-Pop and Korean culture to Aviva Studios. Whether you're a seasoned st...'Allo 'Allo Comedy Train
East Lancashire Railway, Bury
Saturday 28 March - Friday 9 October 2026
'Allo! 'Allo! This is nighthawk calling! Listen very carefully, we shall say this only once! Renѐ was hoping for a quiet night in his humble little cafe in Nouvion, but things aren't quite going according to plan. The Resistance wants to u...Gandeys K-Pop Dragon Circus
Trafford Centre, Manchester
Thursday 2 - Sunday 19 April 2026
Step into the spectacular world of Gandey's K-Pop Dragon Circus - a dazzling fusion of East meets West, where magic, music, and myth unite beneath the big top. Leading the adventure is the charismatic Ringmaster Joel, joined by his mischiev...Midweek Lunch on East Lancashire Railway
East Lancashire Railway, Bury
Wednesday 8 April - Wednesday 28 October 2026
Lunch in style on your trip along the ELR with this fabulous two-course, midweek luncheon. Whatever the occasion, it's the perfect opportunity to experience our vintage Pullman-style carriages and sensational menu. Organising a group excurs...The Wizarding Adventure
East Lancashire Railway, Bury
Thursday 9 April - Friday 30 October 2026
It's a kind of magic! Are you ready to attend your first day at the Grand Old School of Wizardry. Join the madcap mages and wacky witches of the faculty on a spellbinding adventure to work on your wand waving, brush up on your broomstick sk...Game Social
Aviva Studios, Manchester
Friday 10 April 2026
Chat, play and test your skills at Aviva Studio's new Game Social The new Game Social hosted by Bants and Bash is the perfect way to spend a cosy evening. Enjoy a selection of free games including icebreaker games, board games, cards, pool,...Factory House Choir
Aviva Studios, Manchester
Saturday 11 April - Saturday 20 June 2026
Enjoy some singing for the soul in the Factory House Choir workshops. It's open to everyone - just bring your voice! Led by singer and music director Lizzie Simms, this isn't your traditional choir experience. Expect to get your groove on a...Sip and Paint: Movement and Expression
Aviva Studios, Manchester
Thursday 23 April 2026
Aviva Studio's popular Sip and Paint evening returns for 2026 Join them for an evening of creativity, culture and community. Hosted by Black Creative Trailblazers, Sip and Paint celebrates the art of self-expression through colour, texture ...Street Symphony x Red Rodeo Club
Aviva Studios, Manchester
Saturday 25 April 2026
Join Red Rodeo Club for an afternoon of line dancing to everyone's favourite queer club bangers Red Rodeo Club takes line dancing out of the honky-tonk and into our world, honouring the roots but bending the rules. No one forgets the night ...
Day Out With Thomas at East Lancashire Railway
East Lancashire Railway, Bury
Saturday 2 May - Sunday 4 October 2026
Peep! Peep! Join Thomas & Friends for a day of family fun at East Lancashire Railway. Take a train ride with Thomas, meet Sir Topham Hatt and join Sodor Station Sweepers Rusty & Dusty for a trainload of excitement. There will be lots to enj...Travel to Wonderland
East Lancashire Railway, Bury
Wednesday 27 May - Wednesday 12 August 2026
You're late, you're late, for a very important date! It's time to take a tumble down the Rabbit Hole for a curious adventure through Wonderland with Alice and her friends. This perfect Alice in Wonderland themed adventure for the whole fami...The Dino Adventure
East Lancashire Railway, Bury
Friday 29 May - Friday 7 August 2026
Get your teeth into this Jurassic Lark. Join an eccentric expedition on a time travelling steam train to meet with a herd of adorable baby dinosaurs. Get up close with the cute cretaceous critters and maybe even give the T-Rex a tickle unde...Ride on Flying Scotsman
East Lancashire Railway, Bury
Friday 5 - Sunday 14 June 2026
The record-breaking people's engine returns! The world's most famous steam train, the magnificent LNER Class A3 60103 "Flying Scotsman" is celebrating 100 years since she entered service, and as part of the festivities she will travelling ...Space Station Earth
Aviva Studios, Manchester
Saturday 6 June 2026
See through the eyes of an astronaut in this epic concert and visual experience The Bafta and Emmy-nominated composer Ilan Eshkeri joins forces with the European Space Agency for Space Station Earth - a dazzling audio-visual adventure...Peppa Pig
East Lancashire Railway, Bury
Saturday 22 August 2026
The East Lancashire Railway is thrilled to welcome back everyone's favourite cheeky little piggy. Come and meet Peppa Pig in the fantastic Bury Transport Museum at intervals on Saturday 22nd August 2026. Just pre-book your general admissio...Luminiscence
Manchester, Manchester
Tuesday 1 January 2030
Arriving in the UK for the first time, after dazzling over 1 Million people in Europe, the incredible immersive projection concert LUMINISCENCE transforms Manchester Cathedral into a fully immersive world of sound, story, and light. Featuri...Machu Picchu - Journey to the Lost City
High In The Sky, Manchester
Tuesday 1 January 2030
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 ...Bubble Planet - An Immersive Experience
