What's on in Manchester
What's on in Manchester
Monday 24 November 2025
Manchester United v Everton
Manchester United v Everton
Old Trafford, Manchester
The Red Devils take on The Toffees in the Premier League at The Theatre of Dreams. ...Halestorm
Halestorm
AO Arena, Manchester
Founded by sister and brother, Lzzy and Arejay Hale, in 1997, Pennsylvania heavy metal act Halestorm have scored three UK Top 10 albums. In 2012, they became the first female-fronted band to both nominated and win the Grammy for Best Hard...Loyle Carner
Loyle Carner
O2 Victoria Warehouse, Manchester
Described by The Observer as "one of hip-hop's most affecting new voices" and "a shining light for UK hip-hop" by Metro, Brit and Mercury Prize nominated Lambeth rapper Lyle Carner has scored two UK no.3 albums, which demonstrate his jaz...My Bloody Valentine
My Bloody Valentine
Aviva Studios, Manchester
Shattering the boundaries of genre and convention, Dublin shoegaze pioneers my bloody valentine emerged in the 1980s with a sound that felt like nothing before it. After a series of more typically indie releases, they pursued a far more si...James Mottram International Piano Competition
James Mottram International Piano Competition
RNCM, Manchester
The biennial celebration of piano excellence returns. Talented young pianists from around the globe descend on Manchester for a week of inspiring music-making, both performing on stage and learning from an international jury panel. The comp...The Best Movies in Cinemas & Streaming
The Best Movies in Cinemas & Streaming
Manchester Multiple Venues, Manchester
If you are looking for a film to watch, ManchesterTheatres. com have rounded-up the best movies currently showing at Manchester's cinemas, and we are offering discounted tickets at Odeon, Vue, Cineworld and HOME too. We've also compiled...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...The Saints '73-'78
The Saints '73-'78
Manchester Academy, Manchester
One of the most influential punk bands of all time, Australian rockers The Saints were formed in Brisbane, Queensland in 1973 by singer-songwriter Chris Bailey, drummer Ivor Hay, and guitarist-songwriter Ed Kuepper. According to Bob Geldof,...Obongjayar
Obongjayar
Gorilla, Manchester
The Nigeria-raised London Afrobeats star is best known for his song "I Wish It Was Me", being sampled by Fred Again on the 225 million streamed, Platinum-selling UK no.4 hit, "Adore U". His music incorporates elements of Indie, soul, and el...The Primitives
The Primitives
Night & Day Cafe, Manchester
The Primitives are an English indie pop band from Coventry, best known for their 1988 international hit single "Crash". Formed in 1984, disbanded in 1992 and reformed in 2009, the band's two constant members throughout their recording caree...Softcult
Softcult
Manchester Academy, Manchester
Canadian grunge duo, twin siblings Phoenix and Mercedes Arn-Horn, are known for their melding of grunge with shoegaze, as well as their DIY and riot grrrl-inspired ethics. ...Wicked: For Good (PG)
Wicked: For Good (PG)
HOME, Manchester
Witness the epic conclusion of Wicked, as Glinda and Elphaba will need to come together one final time to save Oz. Elphaba, now demonized as The Wicked Witch of the West, lives in exile, hidden within the Ozian forest while continuing her f...EEVAH
EEVAH
Yes, Manchester
Haifax-based alt-indie band EEVAH's distinctive fusion of anthemic rock hooks and driving synths has seen them draw comparisons from the moody atmospherics of The National, Wolf Alice, and The XX to the shimmering indie pop energy of HAIM ...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. ...People Person
People Person
The Castle Hotel, Manchester
People Person are a 4-piece Manchester based indie-rock band formed by schoolmates in 2022. Since then, People Person have taken their time writing and recording a plethora of tracks, whilst constantly refining their sound. ...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...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...
Bugonia (15)
Bugonia (15)
HOME, Manchester
Jesse Plemons is outstanding as a conspiracy-obsessed paranoiac who, with the help of his brother, kidnaps a powerful CEO, believing she is an alien intent on destroying Earth. An inspired take on Jang Joon-hwan?s 2003 South Korean satire S...Tuesday 25 November 2025
TINA - The Tina Turner Musical
TINA - The Tina Turner Musical
Palace Theatre, Manchester
West End mega-hit TINA - The Tina Turner Musical announces its first ever UK & Ireland tour. From humble beginnings in Nutbush, Tennessee, to her triumphant transformation into a multi award-winning global superstar, Tina Turner didn't just...Top Hat - The Musical
Top Hat - The Musical
Manchester Opera House, Manchester
You're invited to the musical equivalent of the finest vintage champagne. Based on RKO's classic 1935 Motion Picture which starred Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers, Matthew White & Howard Jacques' stage adaptation's West End premiere won th...Loyle Carner
Loyle Carner
O2 Victoria Warehouse, Manchester
Described by The Observer as "one of hip-hop's most affecting new voices" and "a shining light for UK hip-hop" by Metro, Brit and Mercury Prize nominated Lambeth rapper Lyle Carner has scored two UK no.3 albums, which demonstrate his jaz...CMAT
CMAT
Manchester Academy, Manchester
CMAT is the stage name of Ciara Mary-Alice Thompson, the North Dublin-born global country-pop star who after relocating to Manchester aged 17 and forming the band Bad Sea, returned home to live with her grandparents before settling down in ...Mel Brooks' Young Frankenstein - The Musical
Mel Brooks' Young Frankenstein - The Musical
Hope Mill Theatre, Manchester
From the creators of the record-breaking Broadway sensation, The Producers, comes this monster musical comedy. The comedy genius, Mel Brooks, adapts his legendarily funny film into a brilliant stage creation - Young Frankenstein! Grandson...James Mottram International Piano Competition
James Mottram International Piano Competition
RNCM, Manchester
The biennial celebration of piano excellence returns. Talented young pianists from around the globe descend on Manchester for a week of inspiring music-making, both performing on stage and learning from an international jury panel. The comp...Nothing,Nowhere
Nothing,Nowhere
O2 Ritz, Manchester
The Massachusetts rapper cuts deep, emerging from darkness, shedding external expectation, and moving forward into the glow of pure creation. Whether it be anesthetized beats and intoxicating lulls, the cold piano-laden longings or the emo...Alessandra
Alessandra
Gorilla, Manchester
Alessandra Mele is an Italian-Norwegian singer who represented Norway in the Eurovision Song Contest 2023 with "Queen of Kings", which finished in 5th place at the grand final. Her track peaked at number one in Norway and was a top ten hit ...kwn
kwn
New Century Hall, Manchester
East London rising R&B artist kwn (pronounced kay-wuhn) is known for her melodic voice, sultry lyrics, and unique blend of contemporary R&B. ...The Best Movies in Cinemas & Streaming
The Best Movies in Cinemas & Streaming
Manchester Multiple Venues, Manchester
If you are looking for a film to watch, ManchesterTheatres. com have rounded-up the best movies currently showing at Manchester's cinemas, and we are offering discounted tickets at Odeon, Vue, Cineworld and HOME too. We've also compiled...Colosseum
Colosseum
Band On The Wall, Manchester
One of the most influential of the early British progressive rock bands, Colosseum fuse an adventurous approach to rock with strong jazz and blues influences and classical keyboard accents which brought them success in the late 1960s and ea...Joe Talbot (Idles) Q&A
Joe Talbot (Idles) Q&A
AO Arena, Manchester
Joe Talbot talks intimately to Chris Hawkins via his most important musical chapters of his life, his stunning musical journey from resident DJ at one of Bristol's hottest clubs, through to headlining Glastonbury festival. With raw honesty ...Wicked: For Good (PG)
Wicked: For Good (PG)
HOME, Manchester
Witness the epic conclusion of Wicked, as Glinda and Elphaba will need to come together one final time to save Oz. Elphaba, now demonized as The Wicked Witch of the West, lives in exile, hidden within the Ozian forest while continuing her f...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...Lorna Rose Treen
Lorna Rose Treen
53two, Manchester
Stand-up, satirist and character comedian, Laira Rose Treen won both the Funny Women Stage Award and Comedy Shorts Award in 2022, before scooping Chortle's Best Newcomer Award in 2030 and reaching the final of the inaugural Sean Lock Comedy...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...Baby Book Club
Baby Book Club
Z-arts, Manchester
Baby Book Club is a wonderful way to spend time together with your baby (0-2 years) and develop their love of books, stories and reading. Baby Book Club helps parents develop skills in how to make reading fun for their babies and help d...Podcast Club
Podcast Club
Z-arts, Manchester
Join in the fun at Z-arts' studio, where you can play games to improve your performance skills, learn how to record and edit audio, how to research, how to put together and give an interview, basically everything you need to become a supers...
Wednesday 26 November 2025
TINA - The Tina Turner Musical
TINA - The Tina Turner Musical
Palace Theatre, Manchester
West End mega-hit TINA - The Tina Turner Musical announces its first ever UK & Ireland tour. From humble beginnings in Nutbush, Tennessee, to her triumphant transformation into a multi award-winning global superstar, Tina Turner didn't just...Top Hat - The Musical
Top Hat - The Musical
Manchester Opera House, Manchester
You're invited to the musical equivalent of the finest vintage champagne. Based on RKO's classic 1935 Motion Picture which starred Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers, Matthew White & Howard Jacques' stage adaptation's West End premiere won th...Believe! The Polar Express Experience
Believe! The Polar Express Experience
O2 Victoria Warehouse, Manchester
Believe! The Polar Express Experience is a brand new, truly magical, multi-room immersive walkthrough experience that brings the enchanting world of the beloved movie to life in a whole new way. Step into the Hero Boy's house where you be t...The Last Dinner Party
The Last Dinner Party
Aviva Studios, Manchester
Fresh from supporting Florence and The Machine the heavily-hyped Guildhall School of Music and Drama-formed all-female quintet - who "have been compared, variously, to Kate Bush, Sparks, Florence and the Machine, Queen and Abba, and dress l...Mel Brooks' Young Frankenstein - The Musical
Mel Brooks' Young Frankenstein - The Musical
Hope Mill Theatre, Manchester
From the creators of the record-breaking Broadway sensation, The Producers, comes this monster musical comedy. The comedy genius, Mel Brooks, adapts his legendarily funny film into a brilliant stage creation - Young Frankenstein! Grandson...The Real Thing
The Real Thing
The Blues Kitchen, Manchester
The Real Thing, with original vocalists Chris Amoo and Dave Smith and their live five piece band, will perform A Brand New Day, their first new album of original material in 44 years. Their new soulful single 'Hang On Never Let Go' will...Lil Tracy
Lil Tracy
Manchester Academy, Manchester
For years, Jazz Butler has consistently remained an innovator of alternative hip-hop. Best known as Lil Tracy, Butler has also gained acclaim for his music under various names including Yung Bruh, Souljawitch, Tracy Minajj, and others. As a...Kingfishr
Kingfishr
Albert Hall, Manchester
Three unassuming young lads from Ireland have stories to tell, and they know how to tell them well. Meet Kingfishr, the folk-rock band rapidly becoming one of the most talked-about and in-demand acts for 2025. As society frets and fights ov...Yung Lean
Yung Lean
O2 Victoria Warehouse, Manchester
Widely cited as one of the most influential figures in the early cloud rap era, Swedish rapper Yung Lean, continues his journey from polarizing viral sensation to pioneering mainstay in modern hip-hop and electronic music. ...Electric Six
