What's on in Manchester
What's on in Manchester
Saturday 18 April 2026
Gandeys K-Pop Dragon Circus
Gandeys K-Pop Dragon Circus
Trafford Centre, Manchester
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...Matilda The Musical
Matilda The Musical
Palace Theatre, Manchester
Matilda The Musical, the multi-award winning musical from the Royal Shakespeare Company, inspired by the beloved book by Roald Dahl, is the winner of over 100 global awards, including 24 for Best Musical, the 'unique and unforgettable' (R...James
James
Co-op Live, Manchester
One of Britain's most enduring success stories, Manchester indie folk rock legends James have sold over 25 million records since their formation in 1982. While they have always been worshipped in their home city, dating back to their fo...The Mystery of Banksy - A Genius Mind
The Mystery of Banksy - A Genius Mind
Depot Mayfield, Manchester
Europe's most popular Banksy exhibition lands in Manchester, opening from the 13th March 2026 at Depot Mayfield. Step inside the mind of Banksy with an art experience for all, featuring over 200 reimagined works by the acclaimed street ar...Private Lives
Private Lives
Royal Exchange Theatre, Manchester
Jill Halfpenny returns to the Royal Exchange Theatre to play Amanda Prynne. 'I think very few people are completely normal really, deep down in their private lives.' In Noel Coward's savage comedy, there's nothing a cocktail can't cu...Trompe l'Oeil - The Musical
Trompe l'Oeil - The Musical
Contact, Manchester
Trompe l'Oeil is an American drag queen's journey through a surreal Wizard of Oz / 2016 American landscape - with drag kings and queens, jaw-dropping sex fiends and flying bats and trampolines! Not to be overlooked is the show's lyri...Laura Ramoso
Laura Ramoso
Manchester Opera House, Manchester
Sketch comedy sensation, Laura Ramoso, returns with her brand-new show, Calm Down, featuring all your favourite characters and more. Laura is a German-Italian comedian best known for her live sketch specials and viral impressions on socia...BBC Philharmonic & Frank Dupree - New World Symphony
BBC Philharmonic & Frank Dupree - New World Symphony
The Bridgewater Hall, Manchester
Joshua Weilerstein makes his triumphant return to the Philharmonic in this musical postcard celebrating the 250th anniversary of American Independence. Three joyous works each cast a different light on the sights and sounds of the USA, cul...Cat Burns
Cat Burns
O2 Apollo, Manchester
Multi-BRIT-nominated, double-platinum-selling South London indie pop artist and Celebrity Traitor Cat Burns is one of the UK's most exciting singer/songwriters. Shooting to fame with the double Platinum UK no.2 hit and TikTok sensation ...Skye Newman
Skye Newman
Manchester Academy, Manchester
With a voice that's both delicate and defiant, and lyrics that speak to life's messier truths, BRIT-nominated South East London neo soul star Skye Newman has quickly become one of the most compelling new voices in British music. While her d...Day Sessions - 30+ Clubbing Experience
Day Sessions - 30+ Clubbing Experience
Manchester Cathedral, Manchester
Day Sessions: The Ultimate 30+ Clubbing Experience! Good vibes only at the event designed for those who love to dance, socialise, and enjoy great music. Hosted in some of the UK's most impressive venues, DJs combine nostalgic vibes and old ...Girls Don't Sync
Girls Don't Sync
IDRA, Manchester
Matty Chiabi, Sophia Violet, Hannah Lynch and G33 make up the all-female UK Garage, house and bass DJ collective from Liverpool, Girls Don't Sync. ...Luuk Van Dijk presents Get Closer
Luuk Van Dijk presents Get Closer
Progress, Manchester
Amsterdam house DJ Luuk Van Dijk heads to Manchester for a Get Closer day & night party, with guests TSHA, Jordan Peak, D Stone b2b Storm Mollison, Elias Mazian, Tarzsa ...Candlelight - A Tribute to Adele
Candlelight - A Tribute to Adele
Hallé St Peter's, Manchester
Whether you're looking for a beautifully unique concert or a romantic candlelit evening, this music experience is for you. The performance will feature incredible tributes to Adele's greatest songs, played by an all-female, electric-acousti...Candlelight - A Tribute to Coldplay and Ed Sheeran
Candlelight - A Tribute to Coldplay and Ed Sheeran
Hallé St Peter's, Manchester
Discover the music of Coldplay and Ed Sheeran performed by a string quartet at this awe-inspiring location under the gentle glow of candlelight. ...Bubble Planet - An Immersive Experience
Bubble Planet - An Immersive Experience
Depot Mayfield, Manchester
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 National Youth Brass Band of Great Britain
The National Youth Brass Band of Great Britain
RNCM, Manchester
The National Youth Brass Band of Great Britain is the UK's leading brass band charity for children and young people. Formed in 1952 by Dr Denis Wright, they exist to give the brightest young brass and percussion musicians the opportunity t...Australia's Thunder From Down Under
Australia's Thunder From Down Under
O2 Ritz, Manchester
For over 30 years, Australia's Thunder from Down Under has been the ultimate girls' night out! Direct from Australia, and with a 25-year residency on the Las Vegas strip, these all-Aussie heartthrobs have transformed male revue into a world...For the Love of Horror
For the Love of Horror
Bowlers Exhibition Centre, Manchester
FOR THE LOVE OF HORROR is part of the Monopoly Events family of pop culture conventions, attracting over ten thousand fans annually to their home venue, Bowlers Exhibition Centre in Manchester. The main attraction every year is of course th...The Rolling People
The Rolling People
New Century, Manchester
Named after The Verve's Urban Hymns album track, The Rolling People are a Mancunian 4-piece rock and roll band with a big sound and Brit-pop style choruses. Taking influence from a wide variety of artists based on the classic Manchester ...Sunday 19 April 2026
Gandeys K-Pop Dragon Circus
Gandeys K-Pop Dragon Circus
Trafford Centre, Manchester
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...Manchester City v Arsenal
Manchester City v Arsenal
Etihad Stadium, Manchester
City take on the Gunners in the Premier League. ...Matilda The Musical
Matilda The Musical
Palace Theatre, Manchester
Matilda The Musical, the multi-award winning musical from the Royal Shakespeare Company, inspired by the beloved book by Roald Dahl, is the winner of over 100 global awards, including 24 for Best Musical, the 'unique and unforgettable' (R...The Hallé - A Sea Symphony
The Hallé - A Sea Symphony
The Bridgewater Hall, Manchester
Conductor Tarmo Peltokoski is joined by a duo of star-studded soloists and two generations of Halle singers for Vaughan Williams' immense Sea Symphony, a groundbreaking work in the symphonic and choral repertoire for its use of the chorus a...The Mystery of Banksy - A Genius Mind
The Mystery of Banksy - A Genius Mind
Depot Mayfield, Manchester
Europe's most popular Banksy exhibition lands in Manchester, opening from the 13th March 2026 at Depot Mayfield. Step inside the mind of Banksy with an art experience for all, featuring over 200 reimagined works by the acclaimed street ar...Private Lives
Private Lives
Royal Exchange Theatre, Manchester
Jill Halfpenny returns to the Royal Exchange Theatre to play Amanda Prynne. 'I think very few people are completely normal really, deep down in their private lives.' In Noel Coward's savage comedy, there's nothing a cocktail can't cu...Luminiscence
Luminiscence
Manchester Cathedral, Manchester
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...The Rock Orchestra by Candlelight
The Rock Orchestra by Candlelight
Manchester Opera House, Manchester
After mesmerising audiences across the USA and Europe, The Rock Orchestra by Candlelight is set to electrify the UK once again. Prepare for a spellbinding 90-minute spectacle that infuses iconic Rock & Metal anthems with a hauntingly beauti...Bubble Planet - An Immersive Experience
Bubble Planet - An Immersive Experience
Depot Mayfield, Manchester
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 ...For the Love of Horror
For the Love of Horror
Bowlers Exhibition Centre, Manchester
FOR THE LOVE OF HORROR is part of the Monopoly Events family of pop culture conventions, attracting over ten thousand fans annually to their home venue, Bowlers Exhibition Centre in Manchester. The main attraction every year is of course th...Vidura Bandara Rajapaksa
Vidura Bandara Rajapaksa
New Century, Manchester
VIDURA BR is a Sri Lankan comedian, writer, and director based in London, via Malaysia and Berlin. His dead-pan style puts audiences at ease while challenging conventional wisdom with a unique tone that is often irreverent, at times poig...Imelda May
Imelda May
The Stoller Hall, Manchester
Exploring blues, soul, gospel, folk, rock, acoustic, cinematic drama and explosive balladry, globally revered Irish superstar singer and songwriter Imelda May brims with sensuality, emotional intelligence, spirituality and intuition. Del...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...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...Oysterband's John Jones, Ray Cooper & Al Scott
Oysterband's John Jones, Ray Cooper & Al Scott
Band On The Wall, Manchester
John Jones is best known as the powerful and charismatic singer of Oysterband, one of the most influential and enduring folk-rock and roots bands on the UK music scene. Celebrated by critics and audiences alike, Oysterband have earned numer...Iain Lee - Impostor Syndrome
Iain Lee - Impostor Syndrome
53two, Manchester
TV's Iain Lee invites you to commemorate his 30 years in showbusiness. He used to have impostor syndrome, believing he didn't deserve his success. Now at 52, Iain is starting to question his long held belief and consider the possibility tha...Luna Marble
Luna Marble
Band On The Wall, Manchester
Influenced by 70's rock, Manchester band Luna Marble deliver "supercharged classic rock with a mystical flare". Radiating the power of Led Zeppelin, their sound has roots in blues and psychedelia, and their to anthemic songs are ready made ...COBO Comedy Shutdown
COBO Comedy Shutdown
The Frog and Bucket, Manchester
Comedy of Black Origin's Comedy Shutdown is back, bringing the joy of laughter to a venue near you! Gather your crew and come on down for an unforgettable evening of hilarity! COBO promotes comedy from the top black comedians in the country...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...StreetHunt Games: Outdoor scavenger hunt
StreetHunt Games: Outdoor scavenger hunt
Great Northern Square, Manchester
Will you crack the case? Whether you're planning a day out or a team event with a difference, this is Manchester as you've never experienced it. Friends, couples & families - Something fun, surprising and story-driven. Corporate & group boo...
Monday 20 April 2026
The Mystery of Banksy - A Genius Mind
The Mystery of Banksy - A Genius Mind
Depot Mayfield, Manchester
Europe's most popular Banksy exhibition lands in Manchester, opening from the 13th March 2026 at Depot Mayfield. Step inside the mind of Banksy with an art experience for all, featuring over 200 reimagined works by the acclaimed street ar...Luminiscence
Luminiscence
Manchester Cathedral, Manchester
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...Trompe l'Oeil - The Musical
Trompe l'Oeil - The Musical
Contact, Manchester
Trompe l'Oeil is an American drag queen's journey through a surreal Wizard of Oz / 2016 American landscape - with drag kings and queens, jaw-dropping sex fiends and flying bats and trampolines! Not to be overlooked is the show's lyri...Alfie Boe
Alfie Boe
The Bridgewater Hall, Manchester
Alfie's homage to rock, Open Arms - The Symphonic Songbook sees the tenor rework versions of rock's finest tracks such as Bon Jovi's 'Livin' On A Prayer', Metallica's 'Nothing Else Matters', Bryan Adams' 'Summer of '69, & many more, into si...Bubble Planet - An Immersive Experience
Bubble Planet - An Immersive Experience
Depot Mayfield, Manchester
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 ...NAOMI JON
NAOMI JON
Manchester Academy, Manchester
German YouTube sensation Naomi Jon hits the road with an exhilarating show, not only musically but also with a captivating storyline, intricate choreography, and stunning visuals. ...Chip Wickham
Chip Wickham
Band On The Wall, Manchester
Deep classic jazz and hardbop with a modern twist from much loved Brighton-born, Manchester-educated sax and flute star, Chip Wickham. Expect Chip's trademark funky sounds, drawing on fresh influences from the deep jazz of the legendary Str...SINN6R
SINN6R
Gorilla, Manchester
South East London rapper SINN6R is a member of the music group South East Demons / Kill the World and has collaborated with artists like EsDeeKid and Lancey Foux. Sinn6r's music style draws from alternative hip-hop, known for its chaotic an...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...StreetHunt Games: Outdoor scavenger hunt
