What's on in Manchester
What's on in Manchester
Friday 30 October 2026
The Haunting of Hill House
The Haunting of Hill House
Palace Theatre, Manchester
Don't miss this chilling theatrical adaptation of Shirley Jackson's "near perfect" (Stephen King) classic ghost story. From best-selling novel to major hit Netflix series, The Haunting of Hill House now takes to the stage in this gripping n...Gandeys Halloween Spooktacular
Gandeys Halloween Spooktacular
Trafford Centre, Manchester
Something wickedly spectacular this way comes...! Dare you enter the haunted Big Top? Gandeys Circus returns, bringing you a brand-new, spine-chilling, and action-packed Halloween Spooktacular-a legendary show filled with frights, delights,...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...The Mousetrap
The Mousetrap
Manchester Opera House, Manchester
Since 1952, Agatha Christie's The Mousetrap has captivated the world with silent clues, shifting shadows and the best-kept secret in theatre history. Now, the record-breaking classic embarks on its 75th Anniversary Tour across the UK and Ir...The Reytons
The Reytons
Co-op Live, Manchester
Like the Arctic Monkeys, who they are often compared, the South Yorkshire four-piece are born under a Sheffield sky with a penchant for pubs, pints and pandemonium, and are bursting with working class grit and tales from the local boozer to...Freya Skye
Freya Skye
Aviva Studios, Manchester
Buckinghamshire pop star and actress Freya Skye has gone from representing the United Kingdom in the Junior Eurovision Song Contest 2022 to voicing video games including Final Fantasy XVI, and appearing in Disney's Zombies 4: Dawn of the V...Shed Seven
Shed Seven
Manchester Academy, Manchester
Perpetual underdogs, Shed Seven seldom received critical acceptance, yet the York-formed indie legends were one of the leading lights of Britpop with two gold albums, 15 Top 40 singles and a legion of loyal fans. Their thunderous indie-rock...Philippa Gregory
Philippa Gregory
HOME, Manchester
Join Philippa Gregory, as she takes you on a journey through the history you thought you knew. In her new novel, Royal Witch, Philippa brings to life the glittering and treacherous court of Henry V. The story explores the fascinating (and l...Beat Luke Littler
Beat Luke Littler
Manchester Central, Manchester
The first-ever Beat Luke Littler live event is landing in Manchester this October! Netflix has been on the hunt for the boldest, brightest, and best amateur darts players to step up to the oche and take on Luke 'the Nuke' Littler live -...The Amy Winehouse Band
The Amy Winehouse Band
The Bridgewater Hall, Manchester
In this stunning retrospective show, Amy's original band fronted by the exceptional young vocalist Bronte Shand, celebrate her era defining music and live performances. This is the only completely authentic re-imagining of the Amy Wineh...Overmono
Overmono
Depot Mayfield, Manchester
Blending elements of UK garage, techno, breakbeat and rave with chopped vocals and euphoric melodies, Welsh electronic music duo Overmono, brothers Tom and Ed Russell, won 'UK's Best Live Act' at DJ Mag's Best of British award in 2021. Thei...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...The Kid LAROI
The Kid LAROI
O2 Victoria Warehouse, Manchester
The chart-topping Australian rapper, singer, and songwriter is the recipient of various accolades, including two ARIA Music Awards, five Billboard Music Awards, an iHeartRadio Music Award, and nominations for two Grammy Awards and three MTV...Pressure
Pressure
IDRA, Manchester
Riff Raff Events present a brand-new weekly student night. With a 360 degrees DJ booth, massive sound system, warehouse production and packed dancefloors, every single week is expected to sell out. Whether you're coming for house music, si...Slayyyter
Slayyyter
Albert Hall, Manchester
Missouri rising electropop trailblazer Slayyyter (aka Catherine Garner) delves deep into her pop stardom with an extravagant Los Angeles starlet persona. With songs centered around themes of fame, sex, femme fatales, and celebrity obsessi...Tesseract
Tesseract
Manchester Academy, Manchester
Milton Keynes progressive metal act TesseracT are a band that sit outside the bounds of any genre specificity, pioneers of the ever-evolving rock and metal scene, with an unstoppable force of off-kilter riffs, soaring melodies and disorient...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...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...Dutty Moonshine Big Band
Dutty Moonshine Big Band
New Century, Manchester
A force of musical nature, Bristol's 12 piece live electroswing dance music outfit Dutty Moonshine Big Band have created an ensemble body of work ranging from relentless heavy Grime to Latin House to Jazz.... that might sound like it shou...Alabama 3
Alabama 3
New Century, Manchester
South London's beloved roots-futurists Alabama 3 are adored the world over for 1997's inaugural smash 'Woke Up This Morning', whose marriage of Howlin' Wolf samples and trip hop beats provided the theme music for long-running HBO series 'Th...Saturday 31 October 2026
Manchester City v Brighton & Hove Albion
Manchester City v Brighton & Hove Albion
Etihad Stadium, Manchester
City take on the Seagulls at the Etihad in the Premier League. ...The Haunting of Hill House
The Haunting of Hill House
Palace Theatre, Manchester
Don't miss this chilling theatrical adaptation of Shirley Jackson's "near perfect" (Stephen King) classic ghost story. From best-selling novel to major hit Netflix series, The Haunting of Hill House now takes to the stage in this gripping n...Gandeys Halloween Spooktacular
Gandeys Halloween Spooktacular
Trafford Centre, Manchester
Something wickedly spectacular this way comes...! Dare you enter the haunted Big Top? Gandeys Circus returns, bringing you a brand-new, spine-chilling, and action-packed Halloween Spooktacular-a legendary show filled with frights, delights,...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...Little Shop of Horrors - Halloween Gala
Little Shop of Horrors - Halloween Gala
Hope Mill Theatre, Manchester
A BLOODTHIRSTY PLANT IS HAVING A PARTY... AND YOU'RE INVITED. LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS ANNOUNCES A ONE-NIGHT-ONLY HALLOWEEN GALA IN AID OF HOPE MILL THEATRE'S COMMUNITY HUB CAMPAIGN! This Halloween, the UK's major new revival of Little Shop ...The Mousetrap
The Mousetrap
Manchester Opera House, Manchester
Since 1952, Agatha Christie's The Mousetrap has captivated the world with silent clues, shifting shadows and the best-kept secret in theatre history. Now, the record-breaking classic embarks on its 75th Anniversary Tour across the UK and Ir...Korn
Korn
AO Arena, Manchester
In their 14 years of togetherness, Nu-Metal heroes Korn has both survived and thrived, and their songs are rife with detritus of decadence and lessons learned, such as their 90s and 2000s UK hits "Freak on a Leash", "Here to Stay", "Did My...Manic Street Preachers + Suede
Manic Street Preachers + Suede
Co-op Live, Manchester
Two of the UK's most influential and iconic bands embark on a massive co-headline tour. ...Ebi
Ebi
The Bridgewater Hall, Manchester
Prepare for an evening that transcends time and generations as Ebi, the legendary Persian icon, graces the stage. This is more than a concert - it's a once-in-a-lifetime celebration of a voice that has defined an era and touched the hearts ...NeXup - Max Dean
NeXup - Max Dean
Depot Mayfield, Manchester
One of the hottest names in Tech-House, Essex's Max Dean presents NeXup. Joining him are his cousin Luke Dean, plus Omar+, Locky, TeeDee, RIORDAN, Wheats, and more for house and tech house. Tunes will be spinning from 8pm until 4am. ...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...Sidewinder Halloween Festival
Sidewinder Halloween Festival
Bowlers Exhibition Centre, Manchester
The UK's biggest and baddest oldskool UK Garage, Bassline, R&B, Dancehall and House Festival... This year they are not holding back... Over 50 headling artists4 huge haunted outdoor and indoor arenasAll day outdoor and all night indoor r...RNB & Slow Jams Experience
RNB & Slow Jams Experience
Manchester Academy, Manchester
The duo we never knew we needed. Chuckie & Tazer both credible presenters, personalities and music enthusiasts came together in the name of R&B. The event launched in their hometown of London as a simple celebration of R&B. Even in its ...Don'T F**K With Disco
Don'T F**K With Disco
Albert Hall, Manchester
Don't F**k With Disco are a London born DJ duo and party brand known for their high-energy, groove-led sets rooted in disco, funk & soul, alongside soulful house. Inspired by the raw spirit of the 1970s dancefloor, their sound is defined by...Maisie Adam
Maisie Adam
HOME, Manchester
Straight off the back of Taskmaster, A League Of Their Own, and Last One Laughing, Maisie Adam is back with her brand new show Whatsherface. Join the "tall, chaotic one with the weird hair"* as she returns with her trademark wit, firec...Overpass
Overpass
O2 Ritz, Manchester
Known for their anthemic guitar music, Birmingham's Overpass boast influences spanning decades, including 90s rock and 2010s indie. ...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...NOAHFINNCE
NOAHFINNCE
Manchester Academy, Manchester
NOAHFINNCE is the alias of Noah Adams, a voice for a generation who are fed up of being told how to be. A virtuoso performer (he plays drums, guitar, bass, ukulele, and sings as LOUD as possible), NOAHFINNCE is ready to flip off traditio...We Three Kings of Rock 'N' Roll
We Three Kings of Rock 'N' Roll
The Castle Hotel, Manchester
A welcome return for the two-hour uplifting Rock & Roll Show, three artists celebrate the music of three Rock & Roll Icons Roy Orbison, Buddy Holly, & Elvis. Darren Page, an artiste in his own right, but his vocal range sits just right in...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...
Sunday 1 November 2026
Gandeys Halloween Spooktacular
Gandeys Halloween Spooktacular
Trafford Centre, Manchester
Something wickedly spectacular this way comes...! Dare you enter the haunted Big Top? Gandeys Circus returns, bringing you a brand-new, spine-chilling, and action-packed Halloween Spooktacular-a legendary show filled with frights, delights,...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...Hallé Orchestra & Tianyao Lyu - Tchaikovsky's Symphony No 5
Hallé Orchestra & Tianyao Lyu - Tchaikovsky's Symphony No 5
The Bridgewater Hall, Manchester
Fall in love with Chopin's poetic reverie and the passion and joy of Tchaikovsky. Kahchun Wong and the Halle present a performance that tugs at your heartstrings. Written when Chopin was just 20, his First Piano Concerto makes the instrume...Joe Marler Will See You Live
Joe Marler Will See You Live
Manchester Opera House, Manchester
Joe Marler Will See You Live is a live podcast tour. Since retiring in 2024 as one of England's great rugby players, host Joe Marler has come a long way - his appearance in the first series of The Celebrity Traitors helping push him firmly ...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...Anton du Beke
Anton du Beke
New Century, Manchester
Free Book Offer with Tickets. Anton Du Beke - one of the UK's most beloved entertainers and a familiar face on BBC's Strictly Come Dancing since its very first series in 2004 - is heading out on tour in 2026 to celebrate the release of his ...Against The Current
Against The Current
Manchester Academy, Manchester
In the past few years, New York rockers ATC have evolved from an upstart band to an unstoppable, hardworking trio ready to take over the world with their debut album of intelligent pop songs, scoring a UK Top 30 album in the process. ...Deaf Havana
Deaf Havana
O2 Ritz, Manchester
With three UK Top 10 abums to their name, this most-treasured of Norfolk rock bands - a 5-piece turned sibblings duo, with the Veck-Gilodi brothers remaining - take soaring melodies, witty lyrics, an uncanny ability to make an emotional co...Nick Cope's Family Show
Nick Cope's Family Show
Waterside, Manchester
Nick has lost his Bobble hat .. again ! Come and join Nick Cope for a delightful family concert and help him find his beloved hat with the wobbly bobble ! A joyous fun filled hour featuring all your favourite Nick Cope hits and more. Nick...Smithsonian Starstruck - An Immersive Experience
