What's on in Manchester
What's on in Manchester
Saturday 31 October 2026
Manchester City v Brighton & Hove Albion
Manchester City v Brighton & Hove Albion
Etihad Stadium, Manchester
City take on the Seagulls at the Etihad in the Premier League. ...The Haunting of Hill House
The Haunting of Hill House
Palace Theatre, Manchester
Don't miss this chilling theatrical adaptation of Shirley Jackson's "near perfect" (Stephen King) classic ghost story. From best-selling novel to major hit Netflix series, The Haunting of Hill House now takes to the stage in this gripping n...Gandeys Halloween Spooktacular
Gandeys Halloween Spooktacular
Trafford Centre, Manchester
Something wickedly spectacular this way comes...! Dare you enter the haunted Big Top? Gandeys Circus returns, bringing you a brand-new, spine-chilling, and action-packed Halloween Spooktacular-a legendary show filled with frights, delights,...Little Shop of Horrors
Little Shop of Horrors
Hope Mill Theatre, Manchester
We are thrilled to announce a bold new revival of Alan Menken and Howard Ashman's Little Shop of Horrors, is coming to Manchester in Autumn 2026. This cult classic musical will be brought to life in a major new production, continuing the...Little Shop of Horrors - Halloween Gala
Little Shop of Horrors - Halloween Gala
Hope Mill Theatre, Manchester
A BLOODTHIRSTY PLANT IS HAVING A PARTY... AND YOU'RE INVITED. LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS ANNOUNCES A ONE-NIGHT-ONLY HALLOWEEN GALA IN AID OF HOPE MILL THEATRE'S COMMUNITY HUB CAMPAIGN! This Halloween, the UK's major new revival of Little Shop ...The Mousetrap
The Mousetrap
Manchester Opera House, Manchester
Since 1952, Agatha Christie's The Mousetrap has captivated the world with silent clues, shifting shadows and the best-kept secret in theatre history. Now, the record-breaking classic embarks on its 75th Anniversary Tour across the UK and Ir...Korn
Korn
AO Arena, Manchester
In their 14 years of togetherness, Nu-Metal heroes Korn has both survived and thrived, and their songs are rife with detritus of decadence and lessons learned, such as their 90s and 2000s UK hits "Freak on a Leash", "Here to Stay", "Did My...Manic Street Preachers + Suede
Manic Street Preachers + Suede
Co-op Live, Manchester
Two of the UK's most influential and iconic bands embark on a massive co-headline tour. ...Ebi
Ebi
The Bridgewater Hall, Manchester
Prepare for an evening that transcends time and generations as Ebi, the legendary Persian icon, graces the stage. This is more than a concert - it's a once-in-a-lifetime celebration of a voice that has defined an era and touched the hearts ...NeXup - Max Dean
NeXup - Max Dean
Depot Mayfield, Manchester
One of the hottest names in Tech-House, Essex's Max Dean presents NeXup. Joining him are his cousin Luke Dean, plus Omar+, Locky, TeeDee, RIORDAN, Wheats, and more for house and tech house. Tunes will be spinning from 8pm until 4am. ...King Lear
King Lear
Royal Exchange Theatre, Manchester
David Threlfall returns to the Theatre after 27 years to play Lear 'You see how full of changes his age is' Shakespeare's most elemental tragedy charts a kingdom where power corrupts, families become enemies and prosperity devolves into war...Sidewinder Halloween Festival
Sidewinder Halloween Festival
Bowlers Exhibition Centre, Manchester
The UK's biggest and baddest oldskool UK Garage, Bassline, R&B, Dancehall and House Festival... This year they are not holding back... Over 50 headling artists4 huge haunted outdoor and indoor arenasAll day outdoor and all night indoor r...RNB & Slow Jams Experience
RNB & Slow Jams Experience
Manchester Academy, Manchester
The duo we never knew we needed. Chuckie & Tazer both credible presenters, personalities and music enthusiasts came together in the name of R&B. The event launched in their hometown of London as a simple celebration of R&B. Even in its ...Don'T F**K With Disco
Don'T F**K With Disco
Albert Hall, Manchester
Don't F**k With Disco are a London born DJ duo and party brand known for their high-energy, groove-led sets rooted in disco, funk & soul, alongside soulful house. Inspired by the raw spirit of the 1970s dancefloor, their sound is defined by...Maisie Adam
Maisie Adam
HOME, Manchester
Straight off the back of Taskmaster, A League Of Their Own, and Last One Laughing, Maisie Adam is back with her brand new show Whatsherface. Join the "tall, chaotic one with the weird hair"* as she returns with her trademark wit, firec...Overpass
Overpass
O2 Ritz, Manchester
Known for their anthemic guitar music, Birmingham's Overpass boast influences spanning decades, including 90s rock and 2010s indie. ...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...NOAHFINNCE
NOAHFINNCE
Manchester Academy, Manchester
NOAHFINNCE is the alias of Noah Adams, a voice for a generation who are fed up of being told how to be. A virtuoso performer (he plays drums, guitar, bass, ukulele, and sings as LOUD as possible), NOAHFINNCE is ready to flip off traditio...We Three Kings of Rock 'N' Roll
We Three Kings of Rock 'N' Roll
The Castle Hotel, Manchester
A welcome return for the two-hour uplifting Rock & Roll Show, three artists celebrate the music of three Rock & Roll Icons Roy Orbison, Buddy Holly, & Elvis. Darren Page, an artiste in his own right, but his vocal range sits just right in...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...Sunday 1 November 2026
Gandeys Halloween Spooktacular
Gandeys Halloween Spooktacular
Trafford Centre, Manchester
Something wickedly spectacular this way comes...! Dare you enter the haunted Big Top? Gandeys Circus returns, bringing you a brand-new, spine-chilling, and action-packed Halloween Spooktacular-a legendary show filled with frights, delights,...Little Shop of Horrors
Little Shop of Horrors
Hope Mill Theatre, Manchester
We are thrilled to announce a bold new revival of Alan Menken and Howard Ashman's Little Shop of Horrors, is coming to Manchester in Autumn 2026. This cult classic musical will be brought to life in a major new production, continuing the...Hallé Orchestra & Tianyao Lyu - Tchaikovsky's Symphony No 5
Hallé Orchestra & Tianyao Lyu - Tchaikovsky's Symphony No 5
The Bridgewater Hall, Manchester
Fall in love with Chopin's poetic reverie and the passion and joy of Tchaikovsky. Kahchun Wong and the Halle present a performance that tugs at your heartstrings. Written when Chopin was just 20, his First Piano Concerto makes the instrume...Joe Marler Will See You Live
Joe Marler Will See You Live
Manchester Opera House, Manchester
Joe Marler Will See You Live is a live podcast tour. Since retiring in 2024 as one of England's great rugby players, host Joe Marler has come a long way - his appearance in the first series of The Celebrity Traitors helping push him firmly ...King Lear
King Lear
Royal Exchange Theatre, Manchester
David Threlfall returns to the Theatre after 27 years to play Lear 'You see how full of changes his age is' Shakespeare's most elemental tragedy charts a kingdom where power corrupts, families become enemies and prosperity devolves into war...Anton du Beke
Anton du Beke
New Century, Manchester
Free Book Offer with Tickets. Anton Du Beke - one of the UK's most beloved entertainers and a familiar face on BBC's Strictly Come Dancing since its very first series in 2004 - is heading out on tour in 2026 to celebrate the release of his ...Against The Current
Against The Current
Manchester Academy, Manchester
In the past few years, New York rockers ATC have evolved from an upstart band to an unstoppable, hardworking trio ready to take over the world with their debut album of intelligent pop songs, scoring a UK Top 30 album in the process. ...Deaf Havana
Deaf Havana
O2 Ritz, Manchester
With three UK Top 10 abums to their name, this most-treasured of Norfolk rock bands - a 5-piece turned sibblings duo, with the Veck-Gilodi brothers remaining - take soaring melodies, witty lyrics, an uncanny ability to make an emotional co...Nick Cope's Family Show
Nick Cope's Family Show
Waterside, Manchester
Nick has lost his Bobble hat .. again ! Come and join Nick Cope for a delightful family concert and help him find his beloved hat with the wobbly bobble ! A joyous fun filled hour featuring all your favourite Nick Cope hits and more. Nick...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...Akaash Singh
Akaash Singh
Aviva Studios, Manchester
Join stand-up comedian, podcaster and actor Akaash Singh on his Generational Triumph Tour. Akaash Singh shot to fame with appearances in TV shows including MTV's Wild'n Out, Netflix's Brown Nation and HBO's The Leftovers. He then pivo...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...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...Hannah Sanders & Ben Savage
Hannah Sanders & Ben Savage
Waterside, Manchester
One of the most innovative duos on the UK folk scene, since emerging in 2016, Hannah Sanders & Ben Savage have been defying all conventions of style, genre and compartmentalisation. A touch of Americana, yet quintessentially English. Trad...Haunting Trafford
Haunting Trafford
Trafford Centre, Manchester
When darkness falls on Trafford, the screams get louder, the fun gets frightfully bigger, and the haunting begins. This October, Trafford Centre comes alive with eerie experiences devilish delights, and Halloween adventures for the whole fa...Kavabanga Depo Kolibri
Mythic Reinvention
Mythic Reinvention
Royal Exchange Theatre, Manchester
Mythic Reinvention is a major new exhibition celebrating fifty years of storytelling through costume, craft and performance at the Royal Exchange Theatre. Responding to the unique architecture of our Victorian Great Hall, the exhibition tra...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...Manchester City Stadium Tour
Manchester City Stadium Tour
Etihad Stadium, Manchester
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...
Monday 2 November 2026
Diwali Lights
Diwali Lights
The Bridgewater Hall, Manchester
Light up your autumn with a joyful celebration of Diwali, the Festival of Lights. As the evenings draw in, bring family and friends together for Diwali Lights: an uplifting evening of live music, expressive dance and shared celebration at T...LP
LP
O2 Apollo, Manchester
Brooklyn pop rocker Laura Pergolizzi rose to international fame with the multi-Platinum 2017 hit "Lost On You", which reached No. 1 in 18 countries (no.5 in the UK), surpassing one billion streams, while "Girls Go Wild," was Italy's most...Cody Dahler
Cody Dahler
New Century, Manchester
Why are our rivers full of more shit than the average tabloid newspaper? Why are seemingly intelligent people voting for Reform UK? And why do our PMs change more often than your bedsheets? If you've found yourself asking any...Yaelokre
Yaelokre
Manchester Academy, Manchester
Filipino-Icelandic singer-songwriter and multimedia artist Christopher Kristjansson's storytelling folk music project, compared to The Lord of the Rings. ...Thread
Thread
Royal Exchange Theatre, Manchester
A performance 50 years in the making. For two nights, the Royal Exchange is serving up something a little different. Take a seat. You're invited. Created in response to Mythic Reinvention, our new exhibition celebrating 50 years of cos...girli
girli
Band On The Wall, Manchester
London electropop singer-songwriter and rapper, Milly Toomey aka GIRLI sings about feminism, sexuality, queer culture, and mental health. The Guardian has described her sound as veering "between PC Music, bubblegum pop, pop punk and rap...Breaking Ground
Breaking Ground
Waterside, Manchester
Join us for an evening of ground breaking new work by some of the region's most talented performers. A showcase for work in development by some for the region's most talented performance-makers. Join us for a relaxed evening of ground-break...Mythic Reinvention
Mythic Reinvention
Royal Exchange Theatre, Manchester
Mythic Reinvention is a major new exhibition celebrating fifty years of storytelling through costume, craft and performance at the Royal Exchange Theatre. Responding to the unique architecture of our Victorian Great Hall, the exhibition tra...RNCM Monday Lunchtime Showcase
RNCM Monday Lunchtime Showcase
RNCM, Manchester
Drop in during your lunch break and discover a wide range of performances for free with the RNCM's Monday and Thursday Lunchtime concerts. Witness the next generation of musicians in this intimate lunchtime solo and chamber music series,...Horrible Science - Cosmic Chaos
