What's on in Manchester
What's on in Manchester
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
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...Gabriel Kidd: I found the giant and he was dead
Gabriel Kidd: I found the giant and he was dead
HOME, Manchester
Through sculpture, drawing, sound, and writing, Kidd's work utilises queer tactics of parody, fluidity and vitality, to explore mythology, ecology and history. In Gabriel Kidd's first institutional solo show, they have created an immersive ...Hatched
Hatched
Creatures Comedy Club, Manchester
Be part of a warm supportive crowd for new stand-ups among a line up of baby comedians in their first year on the circuit. ...Saturday Night Comedy Showcase
Saturday Night Comedy Showcase
Creatures Comedy Club, Manchester
A flagship show featuring four amazing comedians with a resident host, presenting a mix of up-and-coming talent and international headliners. ...You're the best collegue ever - Special Edition Gift Card
You're the best collegue ever - Special Edition Gift Card
Gift Cards, Manchester
This heartfelt gift card unlocks endless exciting Fever experiences in the United Kingdom, - the perfect way to express show your gratitude to the colleague who always goes above and beyond for the team. ...Colours of Time (15)
Colours of Time (15)
HOME, Manchester
Brought together by the unexpected inheritance of an abandoned house in rural Normandy, four cousins discover they share a mysterious family history.?In 1895, their ancestor Ad?le, then aged 21, leaves her hometown to search for her mother ...Departures (18)
Departures (18)
HOME, Manchester
It?s instant chemistry when Benji encounters Jake at an airport departures gate. Their on-going relationship unfolds through intimate trips to Amsterdam, revealing a complex power dynamic.?Inspired by true life events, what begins as thrill...Exit 8 (15)
Exit 8 (15)
HOME, Manchester
A man trapped in a endless sterile subway passageway sets out to find Exit 8. ?The rules of his quest are simple: do not overlook anything out of the ordinary. If you discover an anomaly, turn back immediately. If you don?t, carry on. Then ...Father Mother Sister Brother (15)
Father Mother Sister Brother (15)
HOME, Manchester
Father Mother Sister Brother is the eagerly-awaited new film from Jim Jarmusch. Funny, tender and astutely observed, this is an intimate exploration of the universal intricacies of family dynamics. Told in the form of a triptych divided int...Mother Mary (15)
Mother Mary (15)
HOME, Manchester
Long-buried wounds rise to the surface when iconic pop star Mother Mary reunites with her estranged best friend and former costume designer Sam Anselm on the eve of her comeback performance.??This work contains flashing images which may aff...
Tuesday 28 April 2026
Double Indemnity
Double Indemnity
Manchester Opera House, Manchester
Hollywood icon Mischa Barton (The O.C.) makes her UK stage debut in Double Indemnity, the gripping adaptation of one of the greatest crime novels of the 20th Century - the story that inspired Billy Wilder's film noir classic. Los Angeles, 1...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...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...Aljaz & Janette - Let's Face the Music and Dance!
Aljaz & Janette - Let's Face the Music and Dance!
The Bridgewater Hall, Manchester
Your favourite Strictly Come Dancing couple return in their brand new show: Let's Face The Music and Dance. Celebrating the hit makers of yesterday and today. Join Aljaz and Janette as they dance their way through music history including ...Bryony Gordon
Bryony Gordon
HOME, Manchester
An evening with Sunday Times bestselling author, journalist and mental health campaigner Bryony Gordon as she discusses her debut novel People Pleaser - a fiercely funny, instantly relatable, and utterly feel-good novel about the pressures...claire rousay
claire rousay
Hallé at St Michael's, Manchester
A singular artist, known for challenging conventions in non-melodic and ambient music forms, San Antonio experimental musician Claire Rousay masterfully incorporates textural found sounds, sumptuous drones and candid field recordings into m...XS Malarkey
XS Malarkey
53two, Manchester
XS Malarkey is a not-for-profit comedy club, hosted every week by Toby Hadoke, and eagerly maintained by a group of minions who do his bidding on a regular basis. Despite our low door price, we put on shows with professional comedians and ...The Corinthians: We Were The Champions (PG)
