What's on in Manchester
What's on in Manchester
Thursday 3 September 2026
Laughterama - Nick Mohammed + Ania Magliano + more
Laughterama - Nick Mohammed + Ania Magliano + more
Castlefield Bowl, Manchester
NICK MOHAMMED + ANIA MAGLIANO + KIRAN SAGGU + VITTORIO ANGELONE + AMY GLEDHILL. LAUGHTERAMA, Manchester's biggest comedy festival returns to Castlefield Bowl with five nights of astounding all-star stand-up, craft beers, street eats & more....Sam Smith
Sam Smith
Albert Hall, Manchester
Following the global success of the unstoppable UK no.1 single "Unholy", the Grammy, BRIT, Golden Globe and Oscar-winning Cambridgeshire soulful pop star is back after an undeniable run of success. Building on the billions of Spotify and ...Bailey Zimmerman
Bailey Zimmerman
O2 Victoria Warehouse, Manchester
As a spellbinding storyteller, sharp songwriter, powerhouse performer and history-making, double platinum-certified phenomenon, celebrated Illinois Country Music singer/songwriter Bailey Zimmerman has personified the American dream from th...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...Robin Trower (Procol Harlem)
Robin Trower (Procol Harlem)
Manchester Academy, Manchester
Often compared to his idol Jimi Hendrix, Robin Trower achieved success with Procol Harum from 1967 until 1971, and as the bandleader of his own power trio known as the Robin Trower Band. If you've followed the seven-decade career of the aw...Newen Afrobeat
Newen Afrobeat
Band On The Wall, Manchester
Newen Afrobeat is an Afrobeat band from Chile who revisit Fela Kuti's musical heritage. The word Newen means 'strength' in the Mapuche language. ...The Courettes
The Courettes
Yes, Manchester
Like The Ronettes meets The Ramones at a wild party at Gold Star Studios echo chamber, the explosive rock duo from Denmark and Brazil, Flavia and Martin Couri, have found the perfect blend between garage rock, 60s Girl Group, Wall of Sound...Ben Ottewell (Gomez)
Ben Ottewell (Gomez)
Carlton Club, Manchester
As a singer and lead guitarist in rock band Gomez, Ben Ottewell is well known for his unmistakable voice and talent for blistering and inspired guitar solos. Rolling Stone declared, "Gomez's not-so-secret weapon is Ben Ottewell." And as GQ ...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...Ai Weiwei - Button Up!
Ai Weiwei - Button Up!
Aviva Studios, Manchester
History, power and empire collide in Button Up! - a major new exhibition from the world-leading artist and activist Ai Weiwei Internationally renowned artist and activist Ai Weiwei turns his critical gaze to the last 200 years of global h...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. ...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...You're the best collegue ever - Special Edition Gift Card
You're the best collegue ever - Special Edition Gift Card
Gift Cards, Manchester
This heartfelt gift card unlocks endless exciting Fever experiences in the United Kingdom, - the perfect way to express show your gratitude to the colleague who always goes above and beyond for the team. ...Bitter Christmas (15)
Bitter Christmas (15)
HOME, Manchester
Ra?l is a respected filmmaker in the midst of a creative crisis. When tragedy strikes one of his closest collaborators, he draws inspiration from it to write his next film. Little by little, he imagines Elsa, a filmmaker struggling to write...Colony (15)
Colony (15)
HOME, Manchester
Horror master Yeon Sang-ho (Train to Busan) directs a new zombie thriller starring Jun Ji-hyun and Koo Kyo-hwan.?Professor Se-jeong is thrust into a bloody nightmare when a rapidly mutating virus is released during a biotech conference caus...I Want Your Sex (18)
I Want Your Sex (18)
HOME, Manchester
When fresh-faced Elliot lands an exciting job for renowned artist, icon and provocateur Erika Tracy, his fantasies come true after Erika taps him to become her sexual muse. But Elliot soon finds himself out of his depth as Erika takes him o...Jubilee (15) + intro
Jubilee (15) + intro
HOME, Manchester
Derek Jarman?s provocative account of the punk movement is both prophetic and apocalyptic. Queen Elizabeth I and her occult aide Dr John Dee - brilliantly played by Jenny Runacre and Richard O?Brien, respectively - travel into the future to...Lady (15)
Lady (15)
HOME, Manchester
A lonely, narcissistic aristocrat dupes a struggling, opportunistic director into filming her every move. Her obsession with the spotlight takes a surreal turn when she starts becoming? invisible.?Blending mockumentary and magical realism, ...Friday 4 September 2026
Austentatious - An Improvised Jane Austen Novel
Austentatious - An Improvised Jane Austen Novel
Manchester Opera House, Manchester
The award-winning West End smash-hit comedy Austentatious comes to you on a strictly limited tour. For a delightful evening, the all-star Austentatious cast will improvise a hilarious new Jane Austen novel, inspired entirely by a title from...Surinderella
Surinderella
Palace Theatre, Manchester
Rifco presents an evening of laughter, romance, and larger-than-life entertainment with their brand new British South Asian family pantomime. Welcome to The Bolly-woods, where the naach is non-stop, the drama is bigger than your aunties, an...Daniel Caesar
Daniel Caesar
Co-op Live, Manchester
Grammy Award-winning Canadian R&B and neo-soul star Ashton Simmonds, aka Daniel Caesar, is best known in the UK for his Platinum selling hit singles "Get You" and "Best Part". One of R&B's most captivating voices, he effortlessly floats a...Laughterama - Nina Conti + Bridget Christie + Josh Pugh + more
Laughterama - Nina Conti + Bridget Christie + Josh Pugh + more
Castlefield Bowl, Manchester
NINA CONTI + BRIDGET CHRISTIE + EVALDAS KAROSAS + JOSH PUGH + THANYIA MOORE. LAUGHTERAMA, Manchester's biggest comedy festival returns to Castlefield Bowl with five nights of astounding all-star stand-up, craft beers, street eats & more. Br...Sam Smith
Sam Smith
Albert Hall, Manchester
Following the global success of the unstoppable UK no.1 single "Unholy", the Grammy, BRIT, Golden Globe and Oscar-winning Cambridgeshire soulful pop star is back after an undeniable run of success. Building on the billions of Spotify and ...Adam Garcia's Emerald Storm
Adam Garcia's Emerald Storm
The Bridgewater Hall, Manchester
Feel the immense power and thunderous rhythms as Irish Dance and Modern Tap combine to soar into the 21st century in Emerald Storm, a tale of love, rivalry, turmoil, and the conflicts of human nature. Love is corrupted, and soulmates torn ...Flop - The Best Songs From The Worst Musicals
Flop - The Best Songs From The Worst Musicals
Hope Mill Theatre, Manchester
The virtuosic Arthur Hull performs the updated version of FLOP! - the musical cabaret inspired by some of Broadway's least loved musicals. FLOP! features the best songs from the worst musicals - a motley assortment of the misunderstood...Manchester Psych Fest
Manchester Psych Fest
The Abbey, Manchester
Multi-venue festival at O2 Ritz, Manchester Albert Hall, Gorilla, CANVAS, YES and Deaf Institute. Ticket gains access to all venues. Venue capacities are based on first come first serve so please arrive early for specific acts. ...Luke Combs UK - Tribute to Luke Combs
Luke Combs UK - Tribute to Luke Combs
O2 Ritz, Manchester
The World's leading tribute to the Grammy-nominated country megastar Luke Combs! Experience the heart and soul of country music as we pay homage to one of the genre's biggest stars. A night of incredible songs, authentic Southern vibes, an...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...Nirse Gonzalez (Instituto Cervantes)
Nirse Gonzalez (Instituto Cervantes)
The Bridgewater Hall, Manchester
Join us for an exceptional guitar recital by Nirse Gonzalez, presenting a programme that explores the expressive breadth of the classical guitar through works by Agustin Barrios Mangore, Francisco Rodrigo Arto, Federico Ruiz, Inocente Carre...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...Shame
Shame
Projekts Skate Park, Manchester
Originally fuelled by pint-sloshing teenage vitriol, UK Top 10 charting South London pop-punksters shame now delve into a different kind of intensity. Wading into uncharted musical waters, emboldened by their wit and earned cynicism, they h...shame
shame
Projekts Skatepark, Manchester
Originally fuelled by pint-sloshing teenage vitriol, UK Top 10 charting South London pop-punksters shame now delve into a different kind of intensity. Wading into uncharted musical waters, emboldened by their wit and earned cynicism, they h...Ron Funches
Ron Funches
Manchester Academy, Manchester
Californian comedian, actor and The Traitors USA star Ron Funches is a warm, quick-witted stand-up known for jubilant storytelling, sharp observational humour, and a disarmingly positive outlook. Fans may know him from NBC's Undateable, voi...Arrested Development
Arrested Development
Band On The Wall, Manchester
The American Hip Hop group Arrested Development were at the forefront of the popularisation of Southern Hip Hop. In stark contrast to the gangsta rap that ruled the Hip Hop charts in 1992, they focused on spirituality, peace and love. Their...The Thirty Nine Steps
The Thirty Nine Steps
Waterside, Manchester
First published in 1915, this perennially popular thriller has been adapted by Jonathan Goodwin. Award-winning actor Jonathan Goodwin writes and performs this brand new stage adaptation of the classic Edwardian spy thriller by John Buchan, ...Chorlton Comedy Club
Chorlton Comedy Club
Hough End Centre, Manchester
Chorlton's longest running comedy night moved from the Irish Club in 2020 and changed it's name to Chorlton Comedy Club in the process. Brought to you by Comedy in a Van, you can expect the very best in live stand up from the UK and abro...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...
Saturday 5 September 2026
Surinderella
Surinderella
Palace Theatre, Manchester
Rifco presents an evening of laughter, romance, and larger-than-life entertainment with their brand new British South Asian family pantomime. Welcome to The Bolly-woods, where the naach is non-stop, the drama is bigger than your aunties, an...The Prat Pack - Bradley Walsh, Brian Conley, Shane Richie & Joe Pasquale
The Prat Pack - Bradley Walsh, Brian Conley, Shane Richie & Joe Pasquale
Manchester Opera House, Manchester
Following the monumental success of their debut run, the nation's most beloved entertainers are officially reuniting. Bradley Walsh, Brian Conley, Joe Pasquale, and Shane Richie have confirmed they are hitting the road once again with 'The ...A League Of Their Own
A League Of Their Own
AO Arena, Manchester
Hit TV show A League of Their Own is stepping off the screen for the first time ever and onto the stage, bringing its signature blend of outrageous challenges, big laughs and unexpected moments to arenas across the UK this September for i...ASAP Rocky
ASAP Rocky
Co-op Live, Manchester
Multi-hyphenated artist, entrepreneur, actor and fashion icon A$AP Rocky, born Rakim Mayers, has taken the world by storm since his emergence in 2011. The New York rapper and partner to Rihanna has continued to dominate the music industry b...Laughterama - Jack Dee + Red Richardson + more
Laughterama - Jack Dee + Red Richardson + more
Castlefield Bowl, Manchester
JACK DEE + RED RICHARDSON + JEN NOLAN + STEPHEN BAILEY + RACHEL FAIRBURN. LAUGHTERAMA, Manchester's biggest comedy festival returns to Castlefield Bowl with five nights of astounding all-star stand-up, craft beers, street eats & more. One...Laughterama - Sara Pascoe + Tom Rosenthal + more
Laughterama - Sara Pascoe + Tom Rosenthal + more
Castlefield Bowl, Manchester
SARA PASCOE + TOM ROSENTHAL + MICHAEL ODEWALE + MICHELLE DE SWARTE + JEN BRISTER. LAUGHTERAMA, Manchester's biggest comedy festival returns to Castlefield Bowl with five nights of astounding all-star stand-up, craft beers, street eats & mor...Maze
Maze
The Bridgewater Hall, Manchester
One of the most acclaimed and influential bands of their era, MAZE, renowned for their unique & timeless R&B and funk sound, decades of unforgettable live performances return to the stage. With a career spanning more than five decades, MAZE...Manchester Psych Fest
Manchester Psych Fest
Manchester Academy, Manchester
Multi-venue festival at O2 Ritz, Manchester Albert Hall, Gorilla, CANVAS, YES and Deaf Institute. Ticket gains access to all venues. Venue capacities are based on first come first serve so please arrive early for specific acts. ...Manchester Psych Fest
Manchester Psych Fest
O2 Ritz, Manchester
Multi-venue festival at O2 Ritz, Manchester Albert Hall, Gorilla, CANVAS, YES and Deaf Institute. Ticket gains access to all venues. Venue capacities are based on first come first serve so please arrive early for specific acts. ...Flop - The Best Songs From The Worst Musicals
