What's on in Manchester
What's on in Manchester
Sunday 22 February 2026
Circus Funtasia
Circus Funtasia
Wythenshawe Park, Manchester
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...The Lightning Thief: the Percy Jackson Musical
The Lightning Thief: the Percy Jackson Musical
HOME, Manchester
Adapted from Rick Riordan's best-selling novel by Joe Tracz, writer of Be More Chill, and with an electrifying rock score by Rob Rokicki, The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical is the perfect adventure for gods and mortals alike. Wh...British Cycling - National Track Championships
British Cycling - National Track Championships
National Cycling Centre, Manchester
2026 Lloyds National Track Championships returns to Manchester The 2026 Lloyds National Track Championships will be making its return, for the third year in a row to the home of cycling in Manchester's National Cycling Centre from Thursday ...Nathan Carter
Nathan Carter
The Bridgewater Hall, Manchester
Quickly becoming one of the UK's most prolific touring artists, wowing crowds with his sensational live show, Liverpudlian Irish country pop star Nathan Carter returns. One of the UK's most exciting live performers, his energetic showmanshi...For the Love of Wrestling
For the Love of Wrestling
Bowlers Exhibition Centre, Manchester
The UK and Europe's biggest dedicated wrestling event and fan convention featuring the biggest stars from WWE, WWF, WCW, ECW, TNA, NWA and Impact Wrestling - including (in 2024) Nic Nemeth, Mandy Sacs, Scott Steiner, Sgt. Slaughter, Trish S...Whitney
Whitney
Band On The Wall, Manchester
Chicago indie folk rock duo Julien Ehrlich and Max Kakacek have been described by The Guardian as like "Bon Iver, with elements of folk and country, only given a Chicago soul makeover" with buoyant drum loops, effortless falsetto hooks, and...Kataklysm
Kataklysm
Manchester Academy, Manchester
Canadian death metal band who received their first Juno Award for Best Heavy Metal Album of the Year for their 2015 album Of Ghosts and Gods. ...The Last Picture
The Last Picture
HOME, Manchester
This brand-new play by Catherine Dyson provides a thought-provoking exploration of empathy, imagination, and collective memory from the perspective of an emotional support dog, Sam. On a school trip to a photography exhibition, Sam gently g...Courtney Marie Andrews
Courtney Marie Andrews
Gorilla, Manchester
On the honey shores of Cape Cod in a beach shack, American folk pop singer-songwriter Courtney Marie Andrews found self-love and her voice. Every morning, she'd walk 6-8 miles around the back trails of an island and meditate on her life, pe...Drake White
Drake White
The Deaf Institute, Manchester
Drake White is an accomplished songwriter with a rock-infused, organic country sound and signature footstomp. He continues to stun crowds with his incredible live show and soulful voice. Backed by his band The Big Fire, Drake has toured wit...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 ...Hamlet (15)
Hamlet (15)
HOME, Manchester
Two-time Academy Award nominee and Shakespearian titan, Ian McKellen, stars in this thrilling and uniquely modern take on The Bard's classic tragedy. A tale of revenge that has stood the test of time, Shakespeare's classic tragedy is reimag...Dream Nails
Dream Nails
The Deaf Institute, Manchester
London punk/riot grrrl band Dream Nails met through their involvement with feminist activism. They identify themselves as punk witches and their genre as "witch punk", and they write hexes rather than songs. ...Made in Manchester - Rising Stars
Made in Manchester - Rising Stars
Creatures Comedy Club, Manchester
A spotlight on the next generation of local comedians, fresh from the streets of Manchester and ready to bring their best material to the stage, Made in Manchester: Rising Stars is your Sunday night showcase of homegrown talent! From up-an...The Bridgewater Hall Building Tour with BSL
The Bridgewater Hall Building Tour with BSL
The Bridgewater Hall, Manchester
Take a look behind the scenes at The Bridgewater Hall, and learn more about Manchester's iconic international concert venue. The entertaining and knowledgeable tour guides will lead you through the building's history, its acoustics and arch...Be Hear Now
Be Hear Now
The Bridgewater Hall, Manchester
Be Hear Now is the Bridgewater Hall's relaxed music workshop programme, for children and young people with special educational needs and their families. Explore music, creativity and movement in these wonderful sessions, led by Beth Bishop,...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...Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour
Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour
Old Trafford, Manchester
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...Factory 251 Saturdays
Factory 251 Saturdays
FAC251, Manchester
3 floors of music, all your favs with 899 other party goers. DJs spinning dance & RnB, Indie & Cheese, and Tech, Bass & DnB. ...moviEscape - SAWtopsy
moviEscape - SAWtopsy
Moviescape Stockport, Manchester
 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...Monday 23 February 2026
Mean Girls
Mean Girls
Manchester Opera House, Manchester
Direct from the West End, MEAN GIRLS is the smash-hit musical comedy from an award-winning creative team including Tina Fey (30 Rock, Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt, Saturday Night Live). Faye Tozer* - Steps icon, TV personality and West End act...Priscilla Queen Of The Desert - The Musical
Priscilla Queen Of The Desert - The Musical
Palace Theatre, Manchester
The Broadway and West End musical comedy sensation follows three friends on a hilarious and heartwarming road trip across the Australian Outback to stage the show of a lifetime. Priscilla Queen Of The Desert is a joyous celebration of unity...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 Aces
The Aces
New Century Hall, Manchester
Formerly The Blue Aces, indie pop group The Aces grew up together in Provo, Utah, as part of the Mormon church. Their sparkling indie-rock has seen them support 5 Seconds of Summer.  ...Jonathan Scott
Jonathan Scott
The Bridgewater Hall, Manchester
Epic orchestral masterpieces as you've never heard them before! Jonathan Scott uses all the resources of the Bridgewater Hall concert organ to create the full sounds and expression of a symphony orchestra using 5,500 pipes, two hands and tw...Palace Theatre Tour
Palace Theatre Tour
Palace Theatre, Manchester
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...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 ...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,...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. Â ...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...Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour
Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour
Old Trafford, Manchester
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...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 ...Nicola Ellis: Exercises in Knowing
Nicola Ellis: Exercises in Knowing
HOME, Manchester
For this exhibition, Exercises in Knowing, Nicola Ellis has created three new bodies of work that extend her ongoing collaboration with the steel enclosure manufacturer Ritherdon & Co in Darwen, Lancashire. In it, Ellis explores how we rela...Bruise Control: Album Launch
Bruise Control: Album Launch
Yes, Manchester
Jacaranda Records presents a live performance of Bruise Control in support of their self titled EP at Manchester YES....
Talib Kweli
Talib Kweli
The Blues Kitchen, Manchester
Where can I buy tickets for Talib Kweli?Tickets for Talib Kweli can be purchased safely and securely from Eventim UK. When is Talib Kweli playing?Talib Kweli is playing at ?London Jazz Cafe (Matinee) on 22 February 2026 at 5:00 PMLondon Jaz...Fright Years
Fright Years
The Castle Hotel, Manchester
Built around frontwoman Juliette Kelly's commanding voice - powerful, dynamic, and unflinchingly honest - Fright Years craft emotive, cinematic indie rock that feels both intimate and immense. Their debut EP, Still Life, recorded with accla...Too Soon Creatures Comedy Club
Too Soon Creatures Comedy Club
Creatures Comedy Club, Manchester
Too Soon? is a Monday night of brand-new jokes and fresh takes on the week's news, where comedians test ideas while the headlines are still warm...Brokenwingclub: Kahula + Support
Brokenwingclub: Kahula + Support
Kamera At Lloyd And Platt, Manchester
Arena-sounding rock with influences from New Order, Radiohead, Kings of Leon, and Stereophonics. thoughtful songwriting & reverb-soaked anthems....
Tuesday 24 February 2026
Circus Funtasia
Circus Funtasia
Wythenshawe Park, Manchester
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...Mean Girls
Mean Girls
Manchester Opera House, Manchester
Direct from the West End, MEAN GIRLS is the smash-hit musical comedy from an award-winning creative team including Tina Fey (30 Rock, Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt, Saturday Night Live). Faye Tozer* - Steps icon, TV personality and West End act...Priscilla Queen Of The Desert - The Musical
Priscilla Queen Of The Desert - The Musical
Palace Theatre, Manchester
The Broadway and West End musical comedy sensation follows three friends on a hilarious and heartwarming road trip across the Australian Outback to stage the show of a lifetime. Priscilla Queen Of The Desert is a joyous celebration of unity...Road
Road
Royal Exchange Theatre, Manchester
By Jim Cartwright, featuring Lucy Beaumont, Shobna Gulati, Lesley Joseph, Johnny Vegas, and with special guest Sir Tom Courtenay on film. 'Road's coming round us!' It's 1986. Your rumbustious chaperone Scullery guides you down the road, pic...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...Mario Bobotsov
Mario Bobotsov
The Bridgewater Hall, Manchester
The winner of many international and national 1st place prizes, highly acclaimed pianist Mario Bobotsov was born on Valentine's Day 2002 in Sofia, Bulgaria, and graduated from the National School of Music in Sofia where he started his piano...Kind of Love
Kind of Love
Hope Mill Theatre, Manchester
It's the late 90s, New Labour are in power and the 'gay age of consent' is causing chaos in parliament. Meanwhile teenagers everywhere are cracking on regardless - making out, making up, but mainly making mistakes. Steffan comes out to his...Adventures in Wonderland
Adventures in Wonderland
Z-arts, Manchester
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...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...Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour
