What's on in Manchester
What's on in Manchester
Tuesday 10 November 2026
Noah Kahan
Noah Kahan
AO Arena, Manchester
With fluttering acoustic guitar melodies, inviting vocals, and homey imagery of the Northeast on the verge of changing seasons, Vermont folk pop star Noah Kahan's conviction for storytelling and a pursuit of an organic sound that is alig...Little Shop of Horrors
Little Shop of Horrors
Hope Mill Theatre, Manchester
We are thrilled to announce a bold new revival of Alan Menken and Howard Ashman's Little Shop of Horrors, is coming to Manchester in Autumn 2026. This cult classic musical will be brought to life in a major new production, continuing the...CATS
CATS
Palace Theatre, Manchester
With music by Andrew Lloyd Webber and based on Old Possum's Book of Practical Cats by T.S. Eliot, this production of CATS will be one not to miss! CATS is produced by Regent's Park Open Air Theatre with Michael Harrison for Lloyd Webber Har...Legally Blonde
Legally Blonde
Manchester Opera House, Manchester
The iconic international West End and Broadway smash hit musical comedy Legally Blonde The Musical is back in fashion with a huge new production starring Amber Davies (Pretty Woman, 9 to 5 The Musical) as Elle!This ultimate feel-good rom-co...King Lear
King Lear
Royal Exchange Theatre, Manchester
David Threlfall returns to the Theatre after 27 years to play Lear 'You see how full of changes his age is' Shakespeare's most elemental tragedy charts a kingdom where power corrupts, families become enemies and prosperity devolves into war...Joshua Idehen
Joshua Idehen
New Century, Manchester
Joshua Idehen is a British-born Nigerian based in Sweden. A spoken word artist and musician, he has contributed poems to Mercury-nominated albums 'Channel The Spirits' by The Comet Is Coming, 'Your Queen Is A Reptile' and the Mobo winning ...Hothouse Flowers
Hothouse Flowers
O2 Ritz, Manchester
Irish folk rock band Hothouse Flowers feel like they are turning new corners and writing new chapters every day. No two shows are ever the same having dispensed with any premeditated programme over two decades ago and set about putting the...Siegfried & Joy
Siegfried & Joy
Contact, Manchester
The curtain rises for Siegfried & Joy: With glowing energy and golden euphoria, the king tigers of the magic scene storm the stage to enchant everyone! With fabulous tricks, wild stories and, above all, charm, humour and a great love of mag...De Staat
De Staat
Band On The Wall, Manchester
With their spectacular viral video "Witch Doctor" and support slots for Muse and the Rolling Stones, Dutch band De Staat remain joyfully uncategorisable. Under the wing of frontman Torre Florim, whose big voice works like a call-to-arms, th...Lo Fidelity Allstars
Lo Fidelity Allstars
Gorilla, Manchester
Led by Phil Ward (aka The Albino Priest), Leeds big beat and dance rock act Lo Fidelity Allstars scored minor hits in 1998 with "Battle Flag" (featuring Pigeonhed) and "Vision Incision". ...Mythic Reinvention
Mythic Reinvention
Royal Exchange Theatre, Manchester
Mythic Reinvention is a major new exhibition celebrating fifty years of storytelling through costume, craft and performance at the Royal Exchange Theatre. Responding to the unique architecture of our Victorian Great Hall, the exhibition tra...XS Malarkey
XS Malarkey
53two, Manchester
XS Malarkey is a not-for-profit comedy club, hosted every week by Toby Hadoke, and eagerly maintained by a group of minions who do his bidding on a regular basis. Despite the low door price, the shows feature famous professional comedians ...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...The Prince of Egypt (Junior Stage 80 amateur production)
The Prince of Egypt (Junior Stage 80 amateur production)
Waterside, Manchester
JS80 presents the powerful musical The Prince of Egypt! From the creators of the beloved DreamWorks film, this heroic stage musical features a soaring, unforgettable score including the Academy Award-winning song 'When You Believe.' It tell...Chetham's Lunchtime Concert
Chetham's Lunchtime Concert
The Stoller Hall, Manchester
Take a lunch break and enjoy this free recital by some of the UK's most exciting young musicians! Discover the UK's next big talent with concerts featuring remarkable Chetham's School of Music performers, aged 8-18, from the UK's leading mu...Easy Comedy
Easy Comedy
Creatures Comedy Club, Manchester
Michael Mannion & Alfie Carter host the top night in the city, every Tuesday, where you can see Manchester's best comedians working out new material and the newest comedians working out their best! ...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...After Dark
After Dark
Amber's, Manchester
A Tuesday night clubnight with Funky House, Tech House and Deep House in one room and RNB, Hip Hop, and Rap in the other. ...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...Private Romantic Tour of Manchester
Private Romantic Tour of Manchester
Piccadilly Gardens, Manchester
An exclusive tour for all the romantics of the world! Together with a professional local guide, you will visit the city's most romantic places and feel spellbound in a charming atmosphere. What is considered one of the best places to have a...Wednesday 11 November 2026
Darkling
Darkling
HOME, Manchester
A ferocious, brutal and damning new play from Titas Halder about a life in 1980's India ravaged by ecological disaster. An epic story of a life ravaged by ecological disaster"I walk home. The skyline is changed. The skeleton is fast beco...Little Shop of Horrors
Little Shop of Horrors
Hope Mill Theatre, Manchester
We are thrilled to announce a bold new revival of Alan Menken and Howard Ashman's Little Shop of Horrors, is coming to Manchester in Autumn 2026. This cult classic musical will be brought to life in a major new production, continuing the...CATS
CATS
Palace Theatre, Manchester
With music by Andrew Lloyd Webber and based on Old Possum's Book of Practical Cats by T.S. Eliot, this production of CATS will be one not to miss! CATS is produced by Regent's Park Open Air Theatre with Michael Harrison for Lloyd Webber Har...Legally Blonde
Legally Blonde
Manchester Opera House, Manchester
The iconic international West End and Broadway smash hit musical comedy Legally Blonde The Musical is back in fashion with a huge new production starring Amber Davies (Pretty Woman, 9 to 5 The Musical) as Elle!This ultimate feel-good rom-co...King Lear
King Lear
Royal Exchange Theatre, Manchester
David Threlfall returns to the Theatre after 27 years to play Lear 'You see how full of changes his age is' Shakespeare's most elemental tragedy charts a kingdom where power corrupts, families become enemies and prosperity devolves into war...Trevor Wallace
Trevor Wallace
Manchester Academy, Manchester
Californian stand-up comedian, YouTuber, writer and actor, Trevor Wallace brings his show 'The Alpha Beta Male' to Europe. ...Brian Fallon (The Gaslight Anthem)
Brian Fallon (The Gaslight Anthem)
Albert Hall, Manchester
The lead singer of beloved heartland-punk band The Gaslight Anthem, Brian Fallon stepped away from that sound and into a more soulful singer/songwriter territory on his solo work, which has seen him score #1 Americana/Folk Album sales and t...Candlelight - Disney Love Songs
Candlelight - Disney Love Songs
Manchester Cathedral, Manchester
The ultimate concert experience for Disney fans! Immerse yourself in the world of Disney through live renditions of your favourite love songs, all performed classically by a string quartet by the light of a thousand candles. A fairy-tale ca...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...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...David Byrne (Talking Heads) - Book Tour
David Byrne (Talking Heads) - Book Tour
The Stoller Hall, Manchester
Presenting a brand-new solo talk inspired by his forthcoming book, Sleeping Beauties, David Byrne is one of the most original and influential artists of the last half century. Since co-founding Talking Heads in 1975, his work has spanned mu...The Slow Show
The Slow Show
The Blues Kitchen, Manchester
There is a lot of truth behind the idea that 'less is more', especially as far as Manchester's The Slow Show are concerned. With a name that manages to effortlessly encapsulate the band's ethos, the Manchester-based four-piece harbour an ...Mythic Reinvention
Mythic Reinvention
Royal Exchange Theatre, Manchester
Mythic Reinvention is a major new exhibition celebrating fifty years of storytelling through costume, craft and performance at the Royal Exchange Theatre. Responding to the unique architecture of our Victorian Great Hall, the exhibition tra...We Love Wednesdays
We Love Wednesdays
O2 Ritz, Manchester
Manchester's BIGGEST Student Night is now BIGGER & BETTER! Every Wednesday night for unbeatable drinks prices, free merchandise, massive acts and giveaways - NOWHERE does it bigger! ...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...The Prince of Egypt (Junior Stage 80 amateur production)
The Prince of Egypt (Junior Stage 80 amateur production)
Waterside, Manchester
JS80 presents the powerful musical The Prince of Egypt! From the creators of the beloved DreamWorks film, this heroic stage musical features a soaring, unforgettable score including the Academy Award-winning song 'When You Believe.' It tell...Chetham's Lunchtime Concert
Chetham's Lunchtime Concert
The Stoller Hall, Manchester
Take a lunch break and enjoy this free recital by some of the UK's most exciting young musicians! Discover the UK's next big talent with concerts featuring remarkable Chetham's School of Music performers, aged 8-18, from the UK's leading mu...Comedy Circus
Comedy Circus
Stage And Radio, Manchester
A free open mic comedy show designed to give anyone who's ever wanted a chance to try standup comedy, and for established comedians to work out new material. It's a wild fun and chaotic show featuring weekly games and contests for drinks an...Trapdoor Comedy Club
Trapdoor Comedy Club
The Old Monkey, Manchester
Some of the best comedians from the UK at affordable prices. Click on tickets for line-up. ...
Thursday 12 November 2026
Muse
Muse
Co-op Live, Manchester
The multi-chart topping, multi-Platinum selling, stadium-filling, Grammy, BRIT and Ivor Novello-award winning Devon rock trio are back. Heavily influenced by Queen, lead singer Matthew Bellamy's falsetto has seen him compared to Freddie M...Darkling
Darkling
HOME, Manchester
A ferocious, brutal and damning new play from Titas Halder about a life in 1980's India ravaged by ecological disaster. An epic story of a life ravaged by ecological disaster"I walk home. The skyline is changed. The skeleton is fast beco...Little Shop of Horrors
Little Shop of Horrors
Hope Mill Theatre, Manchester
We are thrilled to announce a bold new revival of Alan Menken and Howard Ashman's Little Shop of Horrors, is coming to Manchester in Autumn 2026. This cult classic musical will be brought to life in a major new production, continuing the...CATS
CATS
Palace Theatre, Manchester
With music by Andrew Lloyd Webber and based on Old Possum's Book of Practical Cats by T.S. Eliot, this production of CATS will be one not to miss! CATS is produced by Regent's Park Open Air Theatre with Michael Harrison for Lloyd Webber Har...Legally Blonde
Legally Blonde
Manchester Opera House, Manchester
The iconic international West End and Broadway smash hit musical comedy Legally Blonde The Musical is back in fashion with a huge new production starring Amber Davies (Pretty Woman, 9 to 5 The Musical) as Elle!This ultimate feel-good rom-co...Bellowhead
Bellowhead
The Bridgewater Hall, Manchester
During lockdown in 2020 the 11 members of Bellowhead first re-connected online to remotely record 'New York Girls - At Home'. That led to re-uniting in person for a one-off performance which was streamed to mark the anniversary of Hedonism....King Lear
King Lear
Royal Exchange Theatre, Manchester
David Threlfall returns to the Theatre after 27 years to play Lear 'You see how full of changes his age is' Shakespeare's most elemental tragedy charts a kingdom where power corrupts, families become enemies and prosperity devolves into war...Currents + Erra
Currents + Erra
Manchester Academy, Manchester
A metalcore co-headline show. Connecticut metalcore band Currents were formed in 2011 by former drummer Jeff Brown, although after numerous line-up changes, since 2018, no original members remain with the band. Described as metalcore and pr...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...Freddie Halkon
