What's on in Manchester
What's on in Manchester
Thursday 17 September 2026
Manchester City v Norwich CIty (Carabao Cup)
Manchester City v Norwich CIty (Carabao Cup)
Etihad Stadium, Manchester
City take on The Canarys in the Carabao Cup ...Jersey Boys
Jersey Boys
Palace Theatre, Manchester
The internationally acclaimed stage sensation Jersey Boys is working its way back around the UK! The boys are back as the original Tony®-winning sensation returns for its 20th Anniversary Tour! Go behind the music and inside the story of F...Marillion
Marillion
The Bridgewater Hall, Manchester
For many years Marillion have enjoyed a unique relationship with their fans. In the late 1990s Marillion's US fans sponsored an entire US tour following an appeal and the band responded by creating the very first rock 'n' roll website in th...Piff and Pop's Magic Shoppe
Piff and Pop's Magic Shoppe
Manchester Opera House, Manchester
Bringing together two icons of magic for the first time in the UK for an unmissable stage spectacular. This unique show is the result of the pairing of legendary magician Penn Jillette, of world-renowned duo Penn & Teller, (who will tour th...Electric Wizard
Electric Wizard
Albert Hall, Manchester
Considered by many to literally be The Heaviest Band In The World, Electric Wizard is more like a cult than a band. Taken their name from two Black Sabbath songs - "Electric Funeral" and "The Wizard" - the Dorset stoner metal act conjure up...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...Josiah Queen
Josiah Queen
New Century, Manchester
Florida Christian pop star Josiah Queen, the son of two pastors, reached No. 1 on the Billboard Top Christian Albums chart with his 2020 debut album 'The Prodigal'. He has scored Platinum selling hits with 'The Prodigal' and 'Dusty Bibles'....Tom Read Wilson
Tom Read Wilson
HOME, Manchester
Songs, sonnets and stories from television presenter, author, actor, and singer Tom Read Wilson. The A - Z of Me is an irreverent, whistle-stop tour of the alphabet. The alphabet reveals the revue - and Tom - letter by letter, word by word...IRON
IRON
HOME, Manchester
A gripping play from one of Scotland's most celebrated playwrights. Real-life mother and daughter Christine Mackie (Dr Gaddas in Coronation Street/Daphne Bryant in Downton Abbey) and Lois Mackie (Finding Emily/Coronation St/Elysium Theatre)...Colin Edwin & John Wesley's Voyage 35 (Porcupine Tree)
Colin Edwin & John Wesley's Voyage 35 (Porcupine Tree)
O2 Ritz, Manchester
Voyage 35 is a progressive rock project formed by former Porcupine Tree bassist Colin Edwin and touring guitarist John Wesley to reinterpret early Porcupine Tree material live ...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...The Jayhawks
The Jayhawks
Manchester Academy, Manchester
Minnesota alternative country rock band that emerged from the Twin Cities music scene in the mid-1980s. ...Richard Spaven
Richard Spaven
Band On The Wall, Manchester
Richard Spaven stands as one of the defining rhythmic voices of the past two decades, shaping the space where jazz, hip hop, club culture and drum and bass intersect. His technical fluency and electronic sensibility have helped redefine mod...Mull Historical Society
Mull Historical Society
Hallé at St Michael's, Manchester
Isle of Mull musician and novelist Colin MacIntyre - AKA Mull Historical Society - returns with another literary inspired marvel. An established author, elsewhere, his multi-genre musical, Culloden, for which he has written the script, book...Rashmeet Kaur
Rashmeet Kaur
Manchester Academy, Manchester
Punjabi singer, composer, and songwriter known for her songs "Nadiyon Paar" from the film Roohi, "Jadi Buti", and "Ishq Nachaawe" from the film Kho Gaye Hum Kahan ...Oasis: Don't Look Back in Anger (15)
Oasis: Don't Look Back in Anger (15)
HOME, Manchester
Oasis: Don't Look Back In Anger charts Liam and Noel Gallagher's triumphant reunion tour, Oasis Live '25, one of the most anticipated rock 'n' roll comebacks of our time. The film is an unapologetically uplifting account of the biggest ...The Maes
The Maes
Waterside, Manchester
Born in Victoria, Australia, folk sisters The Maes grew up immersed in a melting pot of music from around the world, washed up on stolen land. With echoes of Gillian Welch and The Waifs, there is a timeless luminescence and simplicity to...Voodoo Room - Tribute to Jimi Hendrix, Eric Clapton & Cream
Voodoo Room - Tribute to Jimi Hendrix, Eric Clapton & Cream
Band On The Wall, Manchester
Paying tribute to some of the greatest names in rock history, Jimi Hendrix, Eric Clapton and Cream, Voodoo Room are a stunning power-trio featuring some of the UK's finest musicians. Members of the band have played with Massive Attack, Ben...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...Friday 18 September 2026
Jersey Boys
Jersey Boys
Palace Theatre, Manchester
The internationally acclaimed stage sensation Jersey Boys is working its way back around the UK! The boys are back as the original Tony®-winning sensation returns for its 20th Anniversary Tour! Go behind the music and inside the story of F...Off The Hook - Daz and Will Unhooked
Off The Hook - Daz and Will Unhooked
Manchester Opera House, Manchester
Daz Black (Daz Games) and Will, of the successful fishing, adventure and travel YouTube channel Off The Hook, are hitting the road for the first time, bringing their Unhooked show to a theatre near you! Expect laughs, audience participation...Lost In Music - One Night at the Disco
Lost In Music - One Night at the Disco
The Bridgewater Hall, Manchester
Get ready to recreate the Magical 70's and let us take you on a musical journey straight to the heart of Disco!Relive some of the greatest songs of all time from artists such as Donna Summer, Gloria Gaynor, Earth, Wind & Fire, Sister Sledge...KI/KI
KI/KI
Depot Mayfield, Manchester
Amsterdam house sensation Kiki Wesselo blends classic 90s trance with acid techno. Performing at the biggest dance festivals in Europe, in 2025, her track What's A Girl to Do in '25 landed at number 1 on The X Vibe 's Dance 15 , an annual c...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...Henry Paker
Henry Paker
Aviva Studios, Manchester
Pencil Case is a brand new comedy show from Henry Paker, featuring live illustration. You've looked behind a Wizard's Curtain. You've visited a sausage factory. Do you dare to gaze inside a cartoonist's pencil case? Leave your preconception...Corella
Corella
Manchester Academy, Manchester
A popular act on the festival scene, Corella is a refreshing indie quartet from Manchester whose signature catchy melodic hooks, propulsive multi-layered guitar riffs, and reminiscent lyrics, relay a coming-of-age story of their own. The gr...The Only King
The Only King
RNCM, Manchester
The Only King is acclaimed as the first original Cantonese biblical musical to present the story of the Book of 1 Samuel in its entirety. The production follows the life of King Saul, from his anointing and rise to the throne to his gradua...Gallifrey Cabaret
Gallifrey Cabaret
HOME, Manchester
Jump aboard the queerest TARDIS in time and space for a night of cosmic drag and cabaret, all inspired by the greatest TV show in the universe - Doctor Who. Following sell-out shows across the UK, the LGBTQ+ARDIS is materialising once again...IRON
IRON
HOME, Manchester
A gripping play from one of Scotland's most celebrated playwrights. Real-life mother and daughter Christine Mackie (Dr Gaddas in Coronation Street/Daphne Bryant in Downton Abbey) and Lois Mackie (Finding Emily/Coronation St/Elysium Theatre)...The Big Indie Fest
The Big Indie Fest
O2 Ritz, Manchester
Brace yourself for 4 hours of tribute bangers from your favourite indie legends as a live band, DJs and performers perform music from the likes of Arctic Monkeys, Sam Fender, The Killers, The 1975, Kasabian and many more. Belt your heart ou...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...
Xandria
Xandria
Manchester Academy, Manchester
German symphonic metal icon Marco Heubaum marks a steadfast return with more facets than ever and a new line-up of his band, Xandria, which has given them their first ever Top 10 album in their home country, and their biggest commercial suc...Strawberry Guy
Strawberry Guy
Band On The Wall, Manchester
Best known for his 2019 single "Mrs Magic", which gained popularity via TikTok, Welsh indie pop musician Alex Stephens (A.K.A. Strawberry Guy) merely made music out of a love for songwriting while studying at the Liverpool Institute for Per...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...HEARD Live
HEARD Live
The Bridgewater Hall, Manchester
Heard Live is the true spoken storytelling event that lifts unheard voices to create real, positive change. A specially curated lineup of everyday people with stories that will stay with you, sharing their experiences unfiltered and in ...The Dear Hunter
The Dear Hunter
Gorilla, Manchester
It's been almost a decade since Casey Crescenzo brought The Dear Hunter - both the band and the character of the same name - to life with his 2006 debut full-length, Act I: The Lake South, The River North. Although it was evident from his s...Manford's Comedy Club
Manford's Comedy Club
Hope Mill Theatre, Manchester
Bringing the best comedians to a theatre near you. Every show has a different line-up of four top comedians, all chosen by Jason Manford! Many comedians from TV plus the best of the UK and International comedy circuit. Live at the Apollo.. ...The Library of Enchantment
The Library of Enchantment
Z-arts, Manchester
Ever wanted to step inside a story? The Library of Enchantment is a fun-filled thrilling family-friendly escape room, full of seafaring adventures, time travelling tricks and a pesky old bookworm who's always up to meddlesome mischief! Can ...
Saturday 19 September 2026
Jersey Boys
Jersey Boys
Palace Theatre, Manchester
The internationally acclaimed stage sensation Jersey Boys is working its way back around the UK! The boys are back as the original Tony®-winning sensation returns for its 20th Anniversary Tour! Go behind the music and inside the story of F...John Hedges v Pat Brown
John Hedges v Pat Brown
Co-op Live, Manchester
A huge night of Championship Boxing - brought to you by Eddie Hearn's Matchroom Boxing - is heading to Co-op Live on Saturday, September 19. And it is headlined by Manchester's own, Pat Brown, who collides with John Hedges for the British &...Queen of the Night - A Tribute to Whitney Houston
Queen of the Night - A Tribute to Whitney Houston
Manchester Opera House, Manchester
Queen Of The Night - A Tribute to Whitney Houston returns in 2026 for another show-stopping celebration, following sold-out tours across the UK, including an arena tour and iconic venues such as the Royal Albert Hall and The London Palladiu...BBC Philharmonic Orchestra - Sibelius Symphony No 5
BBC Philharmonic Orchestra - Sibelius Symphony No 5
The Bridgewater Hall, Manchester
The music of American composer Gabriella Smith is indelibly linked to nature, marvelling at its beauty, terror and joy. In Breathing Forests, her exquisite new organ concerto, Smith draws on those same feelings of awe and angst to descr...Rampa + &Me
Rampa + &Me
Depot Mayfield, Manchester
&ME returns, this time joined by fellow Afro house DJ Rampa. Two of the driving forces behind Keinemusik, they are all about emotive, genre-blurring sounds. From 2009 on, Rampa made a name of himself through Keinemusik, his own little D.I.Y...Death Cab For Cutie
Death Cab For Cutie
O2 Victoria Warehouse, Manchester
Combining sensitive songwriting, memorable melodies, and the rich, wistful vocal tone of its leader Ben Gibbard, Seattle's Death Cab for Cutie quickly rose from a low-key solo project to become one of the definitive indie bands of the 2000s...Ward Thomas
Ward Thomas
Aviva Studios, Manchester
One of the first genuine major British Country acts, twin sisters Catherine and Lizzy Ward Thomas from Hampshire, can boast a UK no.1 in the main album charts among other Top 10 entries. As young females who have fought their own way to suc...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...Day Fever
Day Fever
New Century, Manchester
The day-time clubbing event started by Line of Duty actress Vicky McClure, her husband, Welsh actor and filmmaker Jonny Owen, and Jon McClure, the frontman of Sheffield indie kings Reverend & The Makers, has swept the UK since it's launch i...The Only King
