What's on in Manchester
What's on in Manchester
Saturday 25 April 2026
Carlos Acosta's Carmen
Carlos Acosta's Carmen
Manchester Opera House, Manchester
Created by Cuban ballet star Carlos Acosta, this version of Carmen is set to Rodion Shchedrin's orchestration of Bizet's opera score, injected with Cuban music and danced by Acosta's impressive Havana-based company.A flamenco-Cuban-ballet c...Olivia Dean
Olivia Dean
Co-op Live, Manchester
London soul-pop star Olivia Dean is one of the most original and versatile voices in UK pop. Crafting classic yet conversational hooks with genre-fluid tinges, she's honed a way of exploring universal themes of love, loss and everything in ...Tyler Hay
Tyler Hay
Anthony Burgess Foundation, Manchester
A Piano Recital of Wit, Wonder, and Wizardry. Popular Classics from Liszt to Lennon, laced with musical anecdotes and tongue-in-cheek humour Act I: The Classical GreatsAct II: The Jazz Age & Beyond Millions of notes, and some jokes! Tyler H...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...YUNGBLUD
YUNGBLUD
AO Arena, Manchester
Doncaster-based Dominic Harrison anthemic alt-pop performer and songwriter whose releases include the 2017 radio-favourite King Charles and his 2018 debut album, "21st Century Liability". He finished 3rd in the BBC Sound of 2020 poll. ...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...Winson
Winson
Aviva Studios, Manchester
WINSON, a Dutch hard techno visionary who ignited his journey with an unwavering passion for the techno scene. In early 2023, a game-changing turntable gift from a friend set the stage for Winson's rise. Venturing into the world of TikTok, ...BBC Philharmonic - Tchaikovsky's Violin Concerto
BBC Philharmonic - Tchaikovsky's Violin Concerto
The Bridgewater Hall, Manchester
'This is how life feels right now.' - Julia Wolfe Wolfe was two blocks from the Twin Towers when the planes hit on September 11, 2001. Big Beautiful Dark and Scary is the sound of that aftermath: an ominous, awesome wall of sound. When he...Nurse John
Nurse John
O2 Apollo, Manchester
Nurse John presents The Short-Staffed Tour John Dela Cruz's (a.k.a Nurse John's) comedy is like talking to your work bestie; you trauma dump, cry, scream, and laugh together through all the high and the lows of working in the service indus...I, Daniel Blake
I, Daniel Blake
HOME, Manchester
Dan is a carpenter. A Geordie through and through. Just on the mend after a heart attack. Katie has just arrived from London. Finally got a council house for her and the kids. A fresh start. I, Daniel Blake is one of the most important stor...Oasis Supernova - Tribute to Oasis
Oasis Supernova - Tribute to Oasis
Manchester Academy, Manchester
Oasis Supernova are a full live Oasis tribute band dedicated to the sound, swagger and story of Oasis. Wowing crowds all around the world with Oasis' biggest hits and fan favourites, performed by an 11 piece band of professional musicians w...DJ Boring
DJ Boring
Progress, Manchester
DJ BORING. One of the most renowned artists in his generation, and the man behind Colour Club. Bringing his nomadic party up North to Manchester for a second time says it all about his love of our hometown. And our home crowd. As per usual,...Lovely Laura & Ben Santiago - Ibiza Anthems Live
Lovely Laura & Ben Santiago - Ibiza Anthems Live
Manchester Cathedral, Manchester
A slice of Ibiza in spectacular surroundings with Northern Irish saxophonist and Britain's Got Talent star Laura Fowles (aka Lovely Laura) and her legendary husband, Berlin Fashion Week musical director and one of the White Isle's most...PIV
PIV
IDRA, Manchester
Kaluki presents a night of House as PIV Records lands in Manchester, taking over the all new space IDRA on Saturday, 25th April. Freshly founded in 2015, PIV records was established to build a platform that supports talented producers with ...Skillet
Skillet
O2 Victoria Warehouse, Manchester
One of Christian music's top-selling rock bands, Memphis, Tennessee, hard rockers Skillet capture the raw energy and multitextured sonic landscape for which they have become known. A mixture of dissonant chords, anthemic builds and memorabl...Dry Cleaning
Dry Cleaning
New Century, Manchester
Thrillingly taut South London based four-peice, Dry Cleaning, channel ambitious post-punk and complex new wave pop with a side order of low slung Americana, with Florence Shaw's spoken vocals tightly intertwined with the band's restless in...RNCM Gospel Choir
RNCM Gospel Choir
RNCM, Manchester
Experience the soul-stirring sounds of Gospel. Following on from their roaring success supporting the RNCM Session Orchestra, the RNCM Gospel Choir return to the stage this spring for their very first solo show. Led by renowned vocalist and...The Tale of The Loneliest Whale
The Tale of The Loneliest Whale
HOME, Manchester
"I can hear someone out there. They're singing to me." Whale sings his heart out into the deep blue sea... but nobody sings back. Is he the only one like him in the whole ocean? Just when he's about to give up, a mysterious voice echoes t...Sunday 26 April 2026
Olivia Dean
Olivia Dean
Co-op Live, Manchester
London soul-pop star Olivia Dean is one of the most original and versatile voices in UK pop. Crafting classic yet conversational hooks with genre-fluid tinges, she's honed a way of exploring universal themes of love, loss and everything in ...Blue
Blue
The Bridgewater Hall, Manchester
The Blue boys are back in town! Simon Webbe, Duncan James, Antony Costa and Lee Ryan are ready to make new memories with the news that they will release their all-new studio album 'Reflections' on January 9th 2026 - the first taste of which...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...Rachel Fairburn's Trying It On
Rachel Fairburn's Trying It On
Fairfield Social Club, Manchester
'Trying It On' is a brand new night showcasing the very best in character comedy from renowned stand-up, Rachel Fairburn (Live at the Apollo, All Killa No Filla). Having already conquered the world of stand up, Rachel is turning her sights ...Cooper Alan
Cooper Alan
Manchester Academy, Manchester
A native of Winston-Salem, Nort Carolina, country artist Cooper Alan has racked up more than 225 million streams, with more than 14 million followers across all social media platforms, and a touring footprint that sold over 110,000 tickets ...London Concertante - Radiohead Reimagined by Candlelight
London Concertante - Radiohead Reimagined by Candlelight
Manchester Cathedral, Manchester
The internationally acclaimed London Concertante presents a groundbreaking new show that reimagines the legendary sound of Radiohead in a breathtaking symphonic setting. From the guitar-driven anthems of The Bends and OK Computer-wi...Cooper Alan
Cooper Alan
O2 Ritz, Manchester
A native of Winston-Salem, Nort Carolina, country artist Cooper Alan has racked up more than 225 million streams, with more than 14 million followers across all social media platforms, and a touring footprint that sold over 110,000 tickets ...Cards and Collectables
Cards and Collectables
Bowlers Exhibition Centre, Manchester
Cards and Collectables is a must attend event for all fans and collectors of TCG, Pokemon and Sports Cards. JThe ultimate convention for trading card collectors and sports enthusiasts, bringing together fans of all things cards-from Sports ...For The Love Of Rugby
For The Love Of Rugby
New Century, Manchester
For The Love Of Rugby podcast is back on the road for a bigger, better, balder international tour!Yes, that's right. The podcast is going global. Don't worry, it will still be visiting the rugby hotbeds of England - yes, including Mancheste...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...daoud
daoud
Band On The Wall, Manchester
The problem child of jazz who refuses to play by jazz's rules, daoud imagines a music driven by a sense of inadequacy - one that disrupts conventions without seeking approval, resonating equally with curious newcomers and seasoned purists. ...The Fit Prince
The Fit Prince
Hope Mill Theatre, Manchester
The Fit Prince (who gets switched on the square in the frosty castle the night before [insert public holiday here]) Following the sold-out, award-winning shows Gwyneth Goes Skiing and Diana: The Untold and Untrue Story, Awkward Produ...Magic at The Midland
Magic at The Midland
The Midland, Manchester
Get ready for an unforgettable experience at Magic at the Midland in Manchester! Witness the incredible magic of Steve Price, one of the UK's best magicians. Prepare to be amazed, entertained, and left wondering how he does it all. Don't bl...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 ...EVERLY PREGNANT BROTHERS
EVERLY PREGNANT BROTHERS
Night & Day Cafe, Manchester
A national treasure in their native Sheffield, comedy folk act The Everly Pregnant Brothers playful tampering of classic songs has won them friends and fans far and wide. Formed after a drunken dare in 2009, the bunch of disparate chaps who...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...StreetHunt Games: Outdoor treasure hunt
StreetHunt Games: Outdoor treasure hunt
Science & Industry Museum, 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 27 April 2026
Manchester United v Brentford
Manchester United v Brentford
Old Trafford, Manchester
The Red Devils take on The Bees at The Theatre of Dreams in the Premier League. ...Alex Warren
Alex Warren
Co-op Live, Manchester
One of the most followed Gen Z celebrities on YouTube, Instagram and TikTok, Californian singer-songwriter and comedic video creator Alex Warren is known for his vulnerable pop melodies, passionate vocals, and lyrical candor. From being ...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...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...Big Thief
Big Thief
Aviva Studios, Manchester
Brooklyn indie rockers with folk roots whose songs search for a deep level of self-acceptance, grounded on dried-out, cracked desert dirt. Big Thief's music, rooted in the songs of Adrianne Lenker, paints in vivid tones characters and visc...Leon Thomas
Leon Thomas
Manchester Academy, Manchester
Not to be mistaken for the spiritual jazz legend of the same name, Leon Thomas began his career as a child actor on Broadway, appearing in the The Lion King, Caroline, or Change and The Color Purple, before providing the singing voice of Ty...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 ...Getting to Know
Getting to Know
Hope Mill Theatre, Manchester
Be among the first to experience Getting to Know, an ambitious people-led artwork. This special evening of storytelling celebrates local people from two of Manchester's most distinctive neighbourhoods, Ancoats and Newton Heath. Join us fo...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
