What's on in Manchester
What's on in Manchester
Saturday 7 November 2026
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...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...Joshua Buatsi v Willy Hutchinson
Joshua Buatsi v Willy Hutchinson
AO Arena, Manchester
Croydon's Joshua Buatsi & Scotland's Willy Hutchinson meet again for light-heavyweight supremacy ...The Script
The Script
Co-op Live, Manchester
Irish pop rock heroes The Script's gift for writing songs rich with heady emotions and ever bigger melodies has enamoured fans all over the world, leading to a catalogue of global hits. Their distinctly unique tracks span pure pop, heart...La Discothèque
La Discothèque
Depot Mayfield, Manchester
La Discotheque returns home to Manchester for a dazzling, decadent live show featuring some of their nearest and dearest! Picture the spirit and electric vibe of NYC's iconic Paradise Garage, seamlessly fused with the glittering hedonis...Fences
Fences
HOME, Manchester
A gripping story of family, race and the American Dream. "You born with two strikes on you before you come to the plate." Troy is a former baseball player who could've gone pro. He spends his days collecting garbage and his evenings spinnin...Daisy May Cooper
Daisy May Cooper
The Bridgewater Hall, Manchester
Join Sunday Times bestselling author and BAFTA-winning star and co-creator of This Country, Daisy May Cooper, as she's interviewed live on stage to celebrate her debut novel, What Took You So Long? Hear Daisy talk about the inspiration behi...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...Skye Newman
Skye Newman
O2 Victoria Warehouse, Manchester
With a voice that's both delicate and defiant, and lyrics that speak to life's messier truths, BRIT-nominated South East London neo soul star Skye Newman has quickly become one of the most compelling new voices in British music. While her d...Damnation Festival
Damnation Festival
Bowlers Exhibition Centre, Manchester
Europe's biggest indoor metal festival returns. Line-up subject to change. ...Cody Pennington Country Show
Cody Pennington Country Show
Manchester Academy, Manchester
Nashville artist Cody Pennington and his band bring the biggest country hits to the UK with the Cody Pennington Country Show. Don't miss a night of boot scootin' hits from artists like Luke Combs, Morgan Wallen, Dolly Parton, Chris Staplet...Gordo
Gordo
IDRA, Manchester
Maryland EDM, House, Hip Hop and Trap DJ, global heavyweight Diamante Blackmon (aka GORDO and formerly DJ Carnage) brings his unmistakable sound to the dancefloor for a night of driving house grooves, infectious rhythms and high energy. Hi...Candlelight - A Tribute to Taylor Swift
Candlelight - A Tribute to Taylor Swift
Hallé St Peter's, Manchester
Enjoy some of the best Taylor Swift songs of all time like never before! Surrounded by the gentle glow of candlelight, you'll listen to a string quartet's rendition of top hits by Taylor Swift. Be ready to rediscover Taylor's catalogue of h...Candlelight - Tribute to Queen and The Beatles
Candlelight - Tribute to Queen and The Beatles
Hallé St Peter's, Manchester
Discover the music of Queen and The Beatles performed under the gentle glow of candlelight by a string quartet in this awe-inspiring location. ...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...Playgrnd Series
Playgrnd Series
New Century, Manchester
A night of R&B, Soul, Hip-Hop, UK Rap, Afrobeats, Dancehall, Amapiano, and Future Beats as the Playgrnd Series club night runs from 11pm until 4am with sounds by KOMPND founder, and resident DJ STXYLO, with A Vibe Called B, Marcel Stevens...Salford Choral Society - Fauré's Requiem
Salford Choral Society - Fauré's Requiem
RNCM, Manchester
Experience the beauty of Faure's much-loved Requiem in this choir and organ performance. Salford Choral's 90-strong choir will be accompanied by organist Gary Hulme on the RNCM's magnificent Hradetzky organ. Supporting pieces include Five M...A Tribute to Jilly's Rockworld
A Tribute to Jilly's Rockworld
O2 Ritz, Manchester
A celebration of a Manchester institution, the legendary Oxford Road rock club opened in the 1970s - originally known as Fagan's before being renamed Jilly's in 1983 - attracting punks, rockers, goths, metalheads, skaters, moshers and ind...Soil
Soil
O2 Ritz, Manchester
Chicago alternative metal act SOiL gained attention in 2001 with the song "Halo" gaining major radio attention. ...Teenage Fanclub
Teenage Fanclub
New Century, Manchester
Glaswegian alt-rockers Teenage Fanclub return to universal acclaim to assuage the mind, body and soul, and to reaffirm that all is not lost in this world. Building on the success of their UK Top 40 hits during the 1990s with hits "Ain't Tha...Sunday 8 November 2026
Manchester United v Aston Villa
Manchester United v Aston Villa
Old Trafford, Manchester
The Red Devils take on Villa at The Theatre of Dreams in the Premier League. ...Stevie Wonder
Stevie Wonder
Co-op Live, Manchester
American singer, songwriter, musician, and producer, Stevie Wonder is one of the most celebrated and prominent figures in popular music who, at the age of 12, was the youngest recording artist to have achieved a #1 single with "Fingertips P...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 Shires
The Shires
The Bridgewater Hall, Manchester
Renowned for their sublime vocal harmonies, talented country-pop duo Ben Earle and Crissie Rhodes - hailing from Hertfordshire and Bedfordshire - have fast become a firm favourite in the UK country music scene. And now they're making t...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...Damnation Festival
Damnation Festival
Bowlers Exhibition Centre, Manchester
Europe's biggest indoor metal festival returns. Line-up subject to change. ...Puscifer
Puscifer
Manchester Academy, Manchester
Tool and A Perfect Circle vocalist Maynard James Keenan's Californian electro rock band first appeared as a fictional band in Episode 1 of American TV series Mr. Show. Originally a solo project - or his "creative subconscious" - the line-...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...Paddy Young
Paddy Young
New Century, Manchester
The award-winning stand-up and star of Saturday Night Live UK's Weekend Update heads out on tour with a brand new show, Will Sir Be Laughing Alone?. You're born alone, you die alone. That's true enough. But what happened to that part in the...Trio Abril featuring Arno Bornkamp
Trio Abril featuring Arno Bornkamp
RNCM, Manchester
Trio Abril is a chamber music project co-founded by Juana Palop in 2022 with Arno Bornkamp and pianist Frank van de Laar. The group was born out of a long-standing musical connection with Arno and a shared desire to explore saxophone and pi...Nieve Ella
Nieve Ella
O2 Ritz, Manchester
Albrighton genderqueer indie pop singer Nieve Ella Pickering has supported Dylan, Inhaler, and the Courteeners. Her earlier works were inspired by Billie Eilish, while her later works were inspired by Sam Fender, who she saw live in Bi...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...Mavo
Mavo
Manchester Academy, Manchester
One of Afrobeats' fastest-rising new names, Nigerian singer-songwriter Mavo has quickly become one of the genre's most exciting new voices, building momentum through breakout records including Escaladizzy, Aura Salad, Tumo Weto and Mofe.. ...Emma Rawicz & Gwilym Simcock
Emma Rawicz & Gwilym Simcock
RNCM, Manchester
The new project bringing together the talents of celebrated Welsh pianist and composer Gwilym Simcock and rising star saxophonist and composer Emma Rawicz. Expect a seamless blend of original music from each of these distinctive composers a...Pete Roth Trio Featuring Bill Bruford
Pete Roth Trio Featuring Bill Bruford
Band On The Wall, Manchester
The Pete Roth Trio features leader Pete on guitar, Mike Pratt on bass, and the incomparable former Yes and King Crimson drummer Bill Bruford. The band creates jazz for a new generation of music enthusiasts, exploring beyond traditional jazz...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...Nadine Shah
Nadine Shah
New Century, Manchester
Mercury Prize-nominated Tyneside indie jazz rock star Nadine Shah returns. ...Caitlin O'Ryan + Griot Gabriel + Skye Lilly
Caitlin O'Ryan + Griot Gabriel + Skye Lilly
Band On The Wall, Manchester
Hinterland Poets - Headlined by Cailtlin O'Ryan, an afternoon of music, gospel and more featuring Griot Gabriel and hosted by Skye Lilly. From 1pm - 3pm the event is part of Hinterland Festival is Manchester's newest philosophy, arts, and c...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...
Monday 9 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...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...Shabaka
Shabaka
Band On The Wall, Manchester
Former Sons of Kemet star Shabaka Hutchings is a pioneering voice in the renaissance of British Jazz. Transcending conventional genres and drawing on a vast pallet of cultural influences the Brimingham-raised musician, composer and bandlea...Red Richardson
Red Richardson
New Century, Manchester
London-based Devon comedian, writer and actor Red Richardson is renowned for his Stay Toxic videos and stand up clips, which have well over 250 million views on Instagram alone, and has seen his shows sell out theatres across the globe. In ...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...Kelsey Lu
Kelsey Lu
New Century, Manchester
L.A. based classically-trained North Carolina avant pop singer and cellist Kelsey McJunkins blends distorted guitars, choral swells and dark electronic pulses into a sonic landscape that moves between devotional intensity and cinematic sca...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...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...Hatched
Hatched
Creatures Comedy Club, Manchester
Be part of a warm supportive crowd for new stand-ups among a line up of baby comedians in their first year on the circuit. ...Trapdoor Comedy Club
