What's on in Manchester
What's on in Manchester
Friday 5 June 2026
English Youth Ballet - Swan Lake
English Youth Ballet - Swan Lake
Palace Theatre, Manchester
International principal dancers will lead an exciting cast of local young dancers selected for the dramatic production. English Youth Ballet (EYB)'s critically acclaimed adaptation weaves a tale of love, rivalry, greed and murder. Now in it...ShxtsNGigs
ShxtsNGigs
O2 Apollo, Manchester
 After touring across North America, Australia and beyond, Podcast Shxtsngigs are bringing the Daddy's Home Tour to home ground for the first time. Best friends on and off the mic, James and Fuhad bring their unfiltered humour, chaotic ...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...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...Malory Towers
Malory Towers
HOME, Manchester
Nostalgic, naughty, and perfect for now, Enid Blyton's Malory Towers is the original 'Girl Power' story. Get ready for high jinks, high drama and high spirits, all set to sensational live music, as Emma Rice Company's production has been de...Clothes Swap
Clothes Swap
Waterside, Manchester
Waterside presents its first in-house production - a powerful new play by emerging writer Liam Mansfield, inspired by his work as an LGBTQ+ youth worker. This powerful new play is set inside a youth club, a space of refuge, resistance and r...The MGM Story - The Magic of the Musical
The MGM Story - The Magic of the Musical
Hope Mill Theatre, Manchester
A Musical Celebration of the Hollywood Hit Factory. Transporting audiences through the history of musical theatre's golden age, The MGM Story dives into the tale of how the Hollywood studio nurtured the talent of stars that were to include ...Even These Things
Even These Things
Royal Exchange Theatre, Manchester
An epic story of Manchester and Ireland by multi award-winning playwright Rory Mullarkey premieres at the Royal Exchange Theatre, 30 years after an IRA bomb devastated the heart of the city. Three centuries. Three moments in time. In 1846...Blue October
Blue October
Albert Hall, Manchester
 Catching listeners off guard is typical of the Texan art-rockers who have made a career out of defying odds. From their mercurial ascent as a local band from Houston, to platinum-selling headliners, to the dramatic alcohol/drug-fuelled s...Candlelight - A Tribute to Adele
Candlelight - A Tribute to Adele
Hallé 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...Candlelight - Vivaldi's Four Seasons
Candlelight - Vivaldi's Four Seasons
Hallé St Peter's, Manchester
A string quartet perform Vivaldi's The Complete Four Seasons: Spring, Summer, Autumn and Winter under the gentle glow of candlelight in this stunning setting. ...Rufus Rice
Rufus Rice
New Century, Manchester
A rambunctious evening of comedy and music from TikTok's favourite lovable rogue ...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...Mantra - Bring Me The Horizon Tribute
Mantra - Bring Me The Horizon Tribute
Manchester Academy, Manchester
MANTRA is the ultimate BMTH tribute, delivering the energy and chaos of "Bring Me The Horizons" live shows. From crushing metalcore to genre-bending hits, they recreate the power, passion, and atmosphere fans know and love. ...Ye Vagabonds
Ye Vagabonds
Manchester Academy, Manchester
 Delivering harmony rich folk music, influenced by Irish traditional music, Appalachian singing, and the 1960's folk revival, brothers Brian and Diarmuid Mac Gloinn grew up playing music together around their hometown of Carlow, a small t...F*ck Machine
F*ck Machine
Contact, Manchester
 A dark, surreal comedy from Ricochet Theatre featuring clowning, puppetry and cabaret style showtunes, F*CK MACHINE invites you to consider the complex and often contradictory truths behind online sex work, human connection, and the com...Manchester Camerata - 8 Songs for a Mad King
Manchester Camerata - 8 Songs for a Mad King
The Stoller Hall, Manchester
With £10 tickets for under 30s, this semi-staged concert is based on our preconceptions of mental illness, with each piece having a connection to the psychology of the mind - centred around Peter Maxwell Davies' harrowing depiction of the ...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 ...Scatterchild - A New Ocean Awaits
Scatterchild - A New Ocean Awaits
HOME, Manchester
Part gig, part film screening, part theatre sharing. This intimate event will explore the creation of SCATTERCHILD's new album, placing its themes under the lens in a one-of-a-kind live performance that's part gig, part film screening, and ...Brutus Gold's Love Train (DJ Set) Day Time Disco
Brutus Gold's Love Train (DJ Set) Day Time Disco
Joshua Brooks, Manchester
Love Train (DJ Set) is an intimate daytime party hosted by the legendary Brutus Gold. This is the DJ set format with live performers - a more personal, up-close take on the Love Train experience. Expect classic feel-good hits from the golde...Saturday 6 June 2026
Hot Wheels Stunt Show
Hot Wheels Stunt Show
Co-op Live, Manchester
From the No.1 selling toy in the world and The Original Stunt Brand™, comes the return of the Hot Wheels Stunt Show, due to popular demand. Experience high speed action and full-throttle excitement, as legendary Hot Wheels vehicles are b...English Youth Ballet - Swan Lake
English Youth Ballet - Swan Lake
Palace Theatre, Manchester
International principal dancers will lead an exciting cast of local young dancers selected for the dramatic production. English Youth Ballet (EYB)'s critically acclaimed adaptation weaves a tale of love, rivalry, greed and murder. Now in it...UB40
UB40
AO Arena, Manchester
Formed in 1978, UB40 and named themselves after the unemployment benefit form. Their debut album, Signing Off, was released in 1980 and is considered by many to be one of the greatest reggae albums ever released by a British band. That coll...ShxtsNGigs
ShxtsNGigs
O2 Apollo, Manchester
 After touring across North America, Australia and beyond, Podcast Shxtsngigs are bringing the Daddy's Home Tour to home ground for the first time. Best friends on and off the mic, James and Fuhad bring their unfiltered humour, chaotic ...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...Malory Towers
Malory Towers
HOME, Manchester
Nostalgic, naughty, and perfect for now, Enid Blyton's Malory Towers is the original 'Girl Power' story. Get ready for high jinks, high drama and high spirits, all set to sensational live music, as Emma Rice Company's production has been de...Clothes Swap
Clothes Swap
Waterside, Manchester
Waterside presents its first in-house production - a powerful new play by emerging writer Liam Mansfield, inspired by his work as an LGBTQ+ youth worker. This powerful new play is set inside a youth club, a space of refuge, resistance and r...Sing with the Hallé - Mendelssohn's Elijah Audience Ticket
Sing with the Hallé - Mendelssohn's Elijah Audience Ticket
The Bridgewater Hall, Manchester
A fun and inspiring day of singing alongside one of the world's most renowned musical organisations. The Halle's fabulous Choral Director, Matthew Hamilton leads an inclusive and enjoyable day exploring Mendelssohn's much-loved oratorio, El...Sing with the Hallé - Mendelssohn's Elijah Participants Ticket
Sing with the Hallé - Mendelssohn's Elijah Participants Ticket
The Bridgewater Hall, Manchester
Join us for a fun and inspiring day of singing alongside one of the world's most renowned musical organisations. The Halle's fabulous Choral Director, Matthew Hamilton leads an inclusive and enjoyable day exploring Mendelssohn's much-loved ...The MGM Story - The Magic of the Musical
The MGM Story - The Magic of the Musical
Hope Mill Theatre, Manchester
A Musical Celebration of the Hollywood Hit Factory. Transporting audiences through the history of musical theatre's golden age, The MGM Story dives into the tale of how the Hollywood studio nurtured the talent of stars that were to include ...North West Calling
North West Calling
Manchester Academy, Manchester
 All-day punk festival, North West Calling, is back and features another riotous line-up. 2026 Lineup - The Exploited, UK Subs, GBH, Peter & The Test Tube Babies, Subhumans, Gimp Fist, The Meffs, Dirt Box Disco, Riskee & The Ridicule, Red...Even These Things
Even These Things
Royal Exchange Theatre, Manchester
An epic story of Manchester and Ireland by multi award-winning playwright Rory Mullarkey premieres at the Royal Exchange Theatre, 30 years after an IRA bomb devastated the heart of the city. Three centuries. Three moments in time. In 1846...Day Sessions - 30+ Clubbing Experience
Day Sessions - 30+ Clubbing Experience
Manchester Cathedral, Manchester
Day Sessions: The Ultimate 30+ Clubbing Experience! Good vibes only at the event designed for those who love to dance, socialise, and enjoy great music. Hosted in some of the UK's most impressive venues, DJs combine nostalgic vibes and old ...KOMPND World
KOMPND World
IDRA, Manchester
KOMPND World - The ultimate day party. A space where genres don't compete, they co-exist. Curated globally, experienced locally. Summer starts with us. Soundtrack provided by BBC Radio 1Xtra Dancehall Show's Seani B + Rap Show's Kenny Al...RNB Mania - Indoor R&B Festival
RNB Mania - Indoor R&B Festival
O2 Victoria Warehouse, Manchester
RNB MANIA is the ultimate R&B celebration. A 6-hour R&B festival with over 1000 R&B lovers dancing to 6 Hours of non-stop anthems. Huge festival production, Glitter stations, Massive lineup energy, Plus plenty of surprises. The soundtra...Ilan Eshkeri - Space Station Earth
Ilan Eshkeri - Space Station Earth
Aviva Studios, Manchester
See through the eyes of an astronaut in this epic concert and visual experience The Bafta and Emmy-nominated composer Ilan Eshkeri joins forces with the European Space Agency for Space Station Earth - a dazzling audio-visual adventure...An Idiot's Guide to Wine
An Idiot's Guide to Wine
New Century, Manchester
A hilarious comedy show paired with six different wine varietals from around the globe, the smash-hit stand-up comedy show, An Idiot's Guide to Wine is the brainchild of Merrick Watts, one of Australia's best-known comedians and the only co...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...Cupcakke
Cupcakke
Manchester Academy, Manchester
Chicago rapper Cupcakke is known for her known for her hypersexualized, brazen, and often comical persona and music. ...R&B Lovers Outdoor Festival
R&B Lovers Outdoor Festival
Freight Island, Manchester
Get ready for a massive Summer Outdoor 90s & 00s R&B Festival with DJs spinning 8 hours of Old School 90s & 00's RnB Anthems, alongside live performers and hosts. Expect to hear music from: DESTINY'S CHILD / ASHANTI / JA RULE / USHER / LUD...
Sunday 7 June 2026
Hot Wheels Stunt Show
Hot Wheels Stunt Show
Co-op Live, Manchester
From the No.1 selling toy in the world and The Original Stunt Brand™, comes the return of the Hot Wheels Stunt Show, due to popular demand. Experience high speed action and full-throttle excitement, as legendary Hot Wheels vehicles are b...Evening4Ricky - A Celebration of Ricky Hatton
Evening4Ricky - A Celebration of Ricky Hatton
AO Arena, Manchester
One Night. One City. One Icon. One Party. This is Manchester's biggest party celebrating one of the city's most beloved icons - Ricky 'The Hitman' Hatton!Where else could this event take place but the iconic AO Arena, home of so many of Ric...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...Niagara (18)
Niagara (18)
HOME, Manchester
A femme fatale in glorious, garish Technicolor - take a trip to remember with Marilyn Monroe. Ray and Polly Cutler arrive in Niagara Falls on their honeymoon - only to find that their cabin is occupied by another couple. George and Rose Loo...The Archers - Live at 75
The Archers - Live at 75
Palace Theatre, Manchester
Don your best hat, dust off your prize-winning jam recipe and join us for an unforgettable celebration of 75 glorious years of BBC Radio 4's The Archers. To mark this extraordinary milestone, The Archers is stepping out of the studio and on...The MGM Story - The Magic of the Musical
The MGM Story - The Magic of the Musical
Hope Mill Theatre, Manchester
A Musical Celebration of the Hollywood Hit Factory. Transporting audiences through the history of musical theatre's golden age, The MGM Story dives into the tale of how the Hollywood studio nurtured the talent of stars that were to include ...Myra DuBois
Myra DuBois
53two, Manchester
The siren from South Yorkshire, Ms Myra DuBois performs live at 53Two with support from "comedian" Frank Lavender. Rotherham's own renaissance woman, venerated televised personality, energy worker, wellness facilitator, intellectual, and em...BAFTA Games In Concert
BAFTA Games In Concert
Aviva Studios, Manchester
Watch your favourite games come to life with huge screens and the power of a full orchestra at this landmark live concert celebrating two decades of BAFTA-nominated and award-winning games music. Get ready for a 20-year musical journey thro...The Jury Experience - Death on the Port Side
The Jury Experience - Death on the Port Side
RNCM, Manchester
You've been called for jury duty. Step into a thrilling courtroom drama where the audience is the jury. Listen to testimonies, analyze evidence, and ultimately decide... guilty or not guilty? On a summer night, the son of a powerful politic...Ghosts of Garage - Preditah
