What's on in Manchester
What's on in Manchester
Thursday 15 January 2026
SIX
SIX
Palace Theatre, Manchester
The crowning glory of Broadway, the West End and beyond, the international smash hit musical SIX makes its royal return following its previous sold out success!Winner of over 35 international awards including the Tony Award for 'Best Or...Singin' In The Rain
Singin' In The Rain
Royal Exchange Theatre, Manchester
A timeless masterpiece, and perhaps one of the greatest musicals ever made - a must-see show for Christmas 2025. A charismatic, tap-dancing extravaganza SINGIN' IN THE RAIN is the much-loved story of the highs and lows of Hollywood as a rad...The Hallé - Anna Lapwood Plays...
The Hallé - Anna Lapwood Plays...
The Bridgewater Hall, Manchester
Katharina Wincor, in her Halle conducting debut, will be joined by Anna Lapwood to perform Joseph Jongen's Symphonie concertante, celebrating the 'king of instruments'. Composed in 1926, this electrifying piece has been cemented as one of ...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...Paleface Swiss
Paleface Swiss
Manchester Academy, Manchester
Switzerland's finest metal band. The guys from Zurich have destroyed everything that wasn't nailed down. Whether it was their last US tour as direct support for The Ghost Inside or the nearly sold-out tour with West Coast outfit Lionheart...Candlelight - A Tribute to Fleetwood Mac
Candlelight - A Tribute to Fleetwood Mac
Hall? St Peter's, Manchester
Come and be whisked away to the Fleetwood Mac tribute of your "Dreams" with a programme selected from the band's impressive catalogue of most treasured iconic Rock masterpieces. A talented group of classical musicians will be melding sounds...Candlelight - Hans Zimmer's Best Works
Candlelight - Hans Zimmer's Best Works
Hall? St Peter's, Manchester
The most awe-inspiring music from one of the greatest film composers of all time brought to you by a string quartet in an intimate candlelight setting. No doubt these tracks will sound familiar, as they give life to iconic films such as ...Beyond The Black
Beyond The Black
O2 Ritz, Manchester
German Symphonic Metal shooting stars Beyond the Black are a stratospheric success story. Already their 2015 debut album hit like a bomb in their home country. 'Songs of Love and Death' besieged the German Top 15 for weeks and led up to the...Destinations: The Holiday & Travel Show
Destinations: The Holiday & Travel Show
Manchester Central, Manchester
The UK's largest and longest-running travel event brings together over 200 of the leading and specialist independent travel brands, including tour operators and over 40 tourist boards from around the world. Alongside travel experts, cele...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...Thursday Lunchtimes - RNCM Wind Orchestra
Thursday Lunchtimes - RNCM Wind Orchestra
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. ...Ev and Kev - Toxic Positivity
Ev and Kev - Toxic Positivity
Creatures Comedy Club, Manchester
Brace yourself for TOXIC POSITIVITY, the high-energy, anything-goes improv show where optimism is mandatory, chaos is inevitable. TOXIC POSITIVITY - The Improv Show That Won't Let You Have a Bad TimeBrace yourself for TOXIC POSITIVITY, the ...Thursday Night Comedy Showcase
Thursday Night Comedy Showcase
Creatures Comedy Club, Manchester
The best comedic talent, featuring a variety of acts, ranging from up-and-coming comedians to established favourites Manchester's only 7 night a week comedy club. ...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...Mothers Who Make
Mothers Who Make
HOME, Manchester
A peer support group and creative exchange session for mothers who are artists - professional and/or passionate - writers, painters, actors, dancers, filmmakers, photographers... every kind of maker welcome, and every kind of mother. The se...Rhyme Time
Rhyme Time
Z-arts, Manchester
Rhyme time is a fun group singing session for babies and toddlers (0-4 years) and their grown-ups. Singing together and repeating rhymes helps your child develop listening, visual and memory skills, which will help them develop. Rhyme t...The Galilee Quartet
The Talland Quartet
The Talland Quartet
The Bridgewater Hall, Manchester
*Please note. The Talland Quartet have replaced The Galilee Quartet who are no longer able to perform. Existing tickets remain valid....
Friday 16 January 2026
SIX
SIX
Palace Theatre, Manchester
The crowning glory of Broadway, the West End and beyond, the international smash hit musical SIX makes its royal return following its previous sold out success!Winner of over 35 international awards including the Tony Award for 'Best Or...Singin' In The Rain
Singin' In The Rain
Royal Exchange Theatre, Manchester
A timeless masterpiece, and perhaps one of the greatest musicals ever made - a must-see show for Christmas 2025. A charismatic, tap-dancing extravaganza SINGIN' IN THE RAIN is the much-loved story of the highs and lows of Hollywood as a rad...Tommy Emmanuel
Tommy Emmanuel
The Bridgewater Hall, Manchester
If you like guitar playing, it simply doesn't get any better than Tommy Emmanuel. Widely acknowledged as the international master of the solo acoustic guitar, Tommy has achieved enough musical milestones to satisfy several lifetimes. Or ...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 Wonder Years
The Wonder Years
Albert Hall, Manchester
Having grown into the leaders of pop-punk since their formation, the Pennsylvania band offer no shortage of uplifting and inspiring lyrics to make you fight back against the negative things in your life. ...The Black Charade + Fell Out Boy (My Chemical Romance + Fall Out Boy Tributes)
The Black Charade + Fell Out Boy (My Chemical Romance + Fall Out Boy Tributes)
O2 Ritz, Manchester
A night of My Chemical Romance and Fall Out Boy tribute bands who both sound like the real thing. ...Divina De Campo
Divina De Campo
53two, Manchester
Manchester Gay Village drag superstar Divina de Campo returns with I Do Think, an electrifying one-woman show that explores life's highs, lows, and everything in between. From orbiting the stars to becoming one, join Divina as she distills ...Candlelight - A Tribute to Adele
Candlelight - A Tribute to Adele
Hall? 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...Destinations: The Holiday & Travel Show
Destinations: The Holiday & Travel Show
Manchester Central, Manchester
The UK's largest and longest-running travel event brings together over 200 of the leading and specialist independent travel brands, including tour operators and over 40 tourist boards from around the world. Alongside travel experts, cele...Marcus & Martinus
Marcus & Martinus
Manchester Academy, Manchester
Marcus & Martinus, M&M, are a Norwegian dance-pop duo consisting of identical twin brothers Marcus and Martinus Gunnarsen. Since winning Melodi Grand Prix Junior in 2012, aged 10, they have won numerous prizes, such as Spellemannprisen in 2...Midnight Til Morning
Midnight Til Morning
Manchester Academy, Manchester
With a rapidly growing fanbase across the U.S., Australia, and beyond, Midnight Til Morning - Australians Conor Smith and Mason Watts, together with Americans Shane Appell and Zach Newbould - are fast becoming one of 2025's breakout pop act...Giovanni's Room
Giovanni's Room
The Deaf Institute, Manchester
Manchester band Giovannis Room are an eclectic group, with a variety of influences, ranging from and between Glen Campbell to The Velvet Underground. They have made their mark on the Manchester scene with there chaotic performances, and a f...Candlelight - A Tribute to Arijit Singh
Candlelight - A Tribute to Arijit Singh
Hall? St Peter's, Manchester
Discover the music of Arijit Singh at Hall performed by a string quartet under the gentle glow of candlelight in this awe-inspiring location. ...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...YAANG + Formal Sppeedwear + Autocamper
YAANG + Formal Sppeedwear + Autocamper
Yes, Manchester
Hot Take is a brand new monthly night from promoters Now Wave, bringing you the freshest new sounds from Manchester. Manchester punk trio YAANG + FORMAL SPPEEDWEAR + AUTOCAMPER....Friday Night Comedy Showcase
Friday Night Comedy Showcase
Creatures Comedy Club, Manchester
Every Friday, the stage comes alive with top-tier humour, featuring a mix of rising stars and international headliners. A night of laughter and unforgettable fun at the only seven-night-a-week club in Manchester, with a diverse lineup. ...Music Makers
Music Makers
The Bridgewater Hall, Manchester
Monthly music and sensory play sessions for babies and toddlers, with songs and musical activities. For parents with baby and toddler, babies are welcome to attend toddler sessions, but we would ask that toddlers not attend baby sessions, a...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...Mothers Who Make
Mothers Who Make
HOME, Manchester
A peer support group and creative exchange session for mothers who are artists - professional and/or passionate - writers, painters, actors, dancers, filmmakers, photographers... every kind of maker welcome, and every kind of mother. The se...Saturday 17 January 2026
Manchester United v Manchester City
Manchester United v Manchester City
Old Trafford, Manchester
It's the Manchester Derby and The Red Devils take on the Blues in the Premier League at the Theatre of Dreams. ...SIX
SIX
Palace Theatre, Manchester
The crowning glory of Broadway, the West End and beyond, the international smash hit musical SIX makes its royal return following its previous sold out success!Winner of over 35 international awards including the Tony Award for 'Best Or...Biffy Clyro
Biffy Clyro
Co-op Live, Manchester
Festival-headlining Ayrshire favourites Biffy Clyro, with four UK #1 albums, make their highly anticipated return. One of Britain's most beloved bands, they are best known for the Platinum-selling hits "Mountains", "Many of Horror", and ...Singin' In The Rain
Singin' In The Rain
Royal Exchange Theatre, Manchester
A timeless masterpiece, and perhaps one of the greatest musicals ever made - a must-see show for Christmas 2025. A charismatic, tap-dancing extravaganza SINGIN' IN THE RAIN is the much-loved story of the highs and lows of Hollywood as a rad...The Simon & Garfunkel Story
The Simon & Garfunkel Story
Manchester Opera House, Manchester
Few shows have experienced the phenomenal global success of The Simon & Garfunkel Story, with multiple sold-out shows in over 50-countries worldwide and over 20 headline performances in London's West End, including multiple appearances at t...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...Slaughter To Prevail
Slaughter To Prevail
O2 Victoria Warehouse, Manchester
Russian deathcore band from Yekaterinburg, Slaughter to Prevail, relocated to Orlando, Florida in 2022 after condemning the Russian illegal invasion of Ukraine. Their song "1984", inspired by the George Orwell novel, was released in protest...Candlelight - A Tribute to Taylor Swift
Candlelight - A Tribute to Taylor Swift
Hall? St Peter's, Manchester
Enjoy some of the best Taylor Swift songs of all time like never before! Surrounded by the gentle glow of candlelight, you'll listen to a string quartet's rendition of top hits by Taylor Swift. Be ready to rediscover Taylor's catalogue of h...Justin Hawkins Rides Again
Justin Hawkins Rides Again
RNCM, Manchester
Justin Hawkins - founding member, singer, lead guitarist and frontman of The Darkness - arrived in the public's consciousness along with his band's debut album Permission To Land in 2003. 22 years and eight studio albums later, Justin bri...Destinations: The Holiday & Travel Show
