What's on in Manchester
What's on in Manchester
Saturday 31 January 2026
Strictly Come Dancing - The Live Tour
Strictly Come Dancing - The Live Tour
AO Arena, Manchester
Get your score cards ready, your dancing shoes on and prepare for the return of the Strictly Come Dancing Live Tour! Get ready for an electrifying spectacle full of glitz, glamour, and pure entertainment as your favourite stars take to the ...The Hallé - The Silence of the Lambs: Live in Concert
The Hallé - The Silence of the Lambs: Live in Concert
The Bridgewater Hall, Manchester
Chilling and thrilling: experience this cult classic, multi-Oscar-winning film with iconic soundtrack performed live by the Halle orchestra. FBI agent Clarice Starling (Jodie Foster) races against time to stop a serial killer nicknamed 'Buf...The Bodyguard - The Musical
The Bodyguard - The Musical
Palace Theatre, Manchester
Starring international leading lady Sidonie Smith as Rachel Marron, Olivier Award nominee Adam Garcia as Frank Farmer, Sasha Monique as Nicki Marron and Coronation Street and Hollyoaks star Matt Milburn as Sy Spector. At certain performance...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...Miles Kane
Miles Kane
Albert Hall, Manchester
The NME Award-winning Birkenhead-born co-frontman of the Last Shadow Puppets is back at his very best: energetic, infectious and full of swagger, charmingly authentic, and like nothing else you'll hear in pop music today. A former member of...Teletech
The Piccadilly Sinfonietta - Vivaldi's Four Seasons by Candlelight
The Piccadilly Sinfonietta - Vivaldi's Four Seasons by Candlelight
Manchester Cathedral, Manchester
Few things are more magical than hearing the world's most breath-taking classical music being performed live by a brilliant orchestra in beautiful surroundings, by the flicker of candlelight. This experience comes to life when the city's...The Home We Made
The Home We Made
HOME, Manchester
Maybe it starts with a brew that never gets finished, a laugh shared under the rain, or a stranger who turns into someone you can't imagine life without. For moments like these, a city is built. From voices like these, a story begins. The H...The Piccadilly Sinfonietta - Vivaldi's Four Seasons by Candlelight
The Piccadilly Sinfonietta - Vivaldi's Four Seasons by Candlelight
St Ann's Church, Manchester
Few things are more magical than hearing the world's most breath-taking classical music being performed live by a brilliant orchestra in beautiful surroundings, by the flicker of candlelight. This experience comes to life when the city's...Machine Girl
Machine Girl
O2 Ritz, Manchester
The highly acclaimed NYC electronic duo embodies DIY culture, a lo-fi sound with a distinctly hi-fi, maximalist cultural vision. Genre-transcending music for an overstimulated generation. Infamous for cathartic, erratic performances, MG has...Candlelight - A Tribute to Queen and ABBA by Piano
Candlelight - A Tribute to Queen and ABBA by Piano
Hallé St Peter's, Manchester
Discover the music of Queen and ABBA performed by a classical pianist under the gentle glow of candlelight at this awe-inspiring location. ...Day Fever
Day Fever
New Century Hall, Manchester
The day-time clubbing event started by Line of Duty actress Vicky McClure, her husband, Welsh actor and filmmaker Jonny Owen, and Jon McClure, the frontman of Sheffield indie kings Reverend & The Makers, has swept the UK since it's launch i...The 30+ Club
The 30+ Club
Manchester Academy, Manchester
Love to dance but can't hack late nights? The 30+ Club reclaim the dancefloor for the over 30s, with the pop music, the atmosphere and bedtime to suit those who've 'still got it'. ...London Calling - The Clash Tribute
London Calling - The Clash Tribute
Band On The Wall, Manchester
The look, sound, attitude, belief, aggression and sincerity is all there. Bringing you 'White man in Hammersmith Palais' - 'Rock The Casbah' - 'White Riot' - 'Lost In The Supermarket' - 'I Fought The Law' - 'Should I Stay Or Should I Go'......Noel Coward’s Private Lives
Noel Coward’s Private Lives
Hope Mill Theatre, Manchester
From the creative team behind 'Blithe Spirit' and 'The Taming of the Shrew' comes HER Productions next classical takeover: Noel Coward's PRIVATE LIVES! Embracing Coward's trademark banter and elegance, HER's production peels back the fro...Graeme Park - Hacienda All Night Long
Graeme Park - Hacienda All Night Long
Joshua Brooks, Manchester
Hacienda - All Night Long is an exciting new series of exclusive parties featuring a single DJ who will perform an extended set from start to finish....Trousdale
Trousdale
Manchester Academy, Manchester
Trousdale is a powerful female band consisting of Quinn D'Andrea, Georgia Greene, and Lauren Jones. Their melodic and heartfelt harmonies are often compared to The Chicks and The Staves, but the girls draw inspiration from a wide array of m...The Library of Enchantment
The Library of Enchantment
Z-arts, Manchester
Ever wanted to step inside a story? The Library of Enchantment is a fun-filled thrilling family-friendly escape room, full of seafaring adventures, time travelling tricks and a pesky old bookworm who's always up to meddlesome mischief! Can ...ABBA Believe In Angels Brunch - ABBA Tribute
ABBA Believe In Angels Brunch - ABBA Tribute
Area, Manchester
Live your best dancing queen life, all afternoon, to your favourite ABBA and pop hits with this ABBA tribute show and delicious brunch. Get ready for the biggest ABBA-TASTIC bottomless brunch show the city has ever seen! Featuring a fu...Manchester Comedy Club
Manchester Comedy Club
Area, Manchester
Hosted by Charli Angel,Manchester Comedy Club brings you the best of UK comedy. Enjoy a fantastic mix of jokes, quick wit, and laughter in a welcoming, inclusive environment. Whether you're here for the jokes, the company, or the atmosphere...Sunday 1 February 2026
Strictly Come Dancing - The Live Tour
Strictly Come Dancing - The Live Tour
AO Arena, Manchester
Get your score cards ready, your dancing shoes on and prepare for the return of the Strictly Come Dancing Live Tour! Get ready for an electrifying spectacle full of glitz, glamour, and pure entertainment as your favourite stars take to the ...Manchester United v Fulham
Manchester United v Fulham
Old Trafford, Manchester
The Red Devils take on Fulham at The Theatre of Dreams in the Premier League. ...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...The Home We Made
The Home We Made
HOME, Manchester
Maybe it starts with a brew that never gets finished, a laugh shared under the rain, or a stranger who turns into someone you can't imagine life without. For moments like these, a city is built. From voices like these, a story begins. The H...Candlelight - A Tribute to ABBA
Candlelight - A Tribute to ABBA
Hallé St Peter's, Manchester
Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations never before used for this purpose in Manchester. Buy your tickets now to discover the music of ABBA at Manchester Cathedral under t...Candlelight - Tribute to Ludovico Einaudi
Candlelight - Tribute to Ludovico Einaudi
Hallé St Peter's, Manchester
Listen to Ludovico Einaudi's legendary compositions like never before! This piano concert under the gentle glow of candlelight will undoubtedly be a memorable experience as a talented pianist performs some of the Italian composer's best wor...Sophie Duker
Sophie Duker
Cultplex, Manchester
The sexiest comic alive (please do not factcheck!) is back! The Taskmaster champ is back on tour with a hilarious new stand-up show. The Sophie Duker Show sees Sophie take the stage with her trademark naughtiness. 'Laugh out-loud funny' ...The Dream Syndicate
The Dream Syndicate
Band On The Wall, Manchester
When Los Angeles neo-psychedelia rockers Dream Syndicate emerged in the early 80s, frontman Steve Wynn declared that "we're playing music we want to hear because nobody else is doing it" - he added, "I'll comprise on what I eat or where I s...Noel Coward’s Private Lives
Noel Coward’s Private Lives
Hope Mill Theatre, Manchester
From the creative team behind 'Blithe Spirit' and 'The Taming of the Shrew' comes HER Productions next classical takeover: Noel Coward's PRIVATE LIVES! Embracing Coward's trademark banter and elegance, HER's production peels back the fro...Becoming Victoria Wood (15)
Becoming Victoria Wood (15)
HOME, Manchester
Bury-born Victoria Wood remains one of Britain's most cherished entertainers - a comic genius whose work reshaped the landscape of British humour. But behind the joyous persona - the singer, the satirist, the sharp-witted writer - lay a you...Made in Manchester - Rising Stars
Made in Manchester - Rising Stars
Creatures Comedy Club, Manchester
A spotlight on the next generation of local comedians, fresh from the streets of Manchester and ready to bring their best material to the stage, Made in Manchester: Rising Stars is your Sunday night showcase of homegrown talent! From up-an...Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour
Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour
Old Trafford, Manchester
Visit the Museum & Stadium Tour at Old Trafford and walk in the footsteps of greatness. The Museum is open for visitors, and the Stadium Tour follows a great route, so you'll see the players' tunnel, walk next to the world famous pitch, and...Factory 251 Saturdays
Factory 251 Saturdays
FAC251, Manchester
3 floors of music, all your favs with 899 other party goers. DJs spinning dance & RnB, Indie & Cheese, and Tech, Bass & DnB. ...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...The Hallé & Hallé Youth Orchestra: Side by Side
The Hallé & Hallé Youth Orchestra: Side by Side
The Bridgewater Hall, Manchester
Concert sponsors: Esprit, Oglesby Charitable Trust and Siemens-Hall? International Conductors Competition...H is for Hawk (12A)
H is for Hawk (12A)
HOME, Manchester
When Helen's beloved father passes away, she is knocked sideways by grief and loses herself in memories of their time birding and exploring the natural world together. She becomes obsessed with the idea of training her own goshawk, and so s...Hamnet (12A)
Hamnet (12A)
HOME, Manchester
Agnes, the wife of William Shakespeare, struggles to come to terms with the loss of their only son, Hamnet ? the grief driving a wedge between the couple. Shakespeare, meanwhile, channels the tragedy and his sorrow into his work, creating H...Manchester Annual Choral Competition 2026
Manchester Annual Choral Competition 2026
RNCM, Manchester
AboutEstablished in 2008, the Manchester Annual Choral Competition (MACC) is an annual competition in which choirs from across the UK and overseas are invited to compete in a spirit of creativity and community. The competition is not solely...Marty Supreme (15)
Marty Supreme (15)
HOME, Manchester
Marty Mauser, a young man with a dream no one respects, goes to hell and back in pursuit of greatness. Marty Supreme follows his journey from playing for bets in Manhattan to winning 22 major titles and becoming the oldest to win a national...No Other Choice (15)
No Other Choice (15)
HOME, Manchester
When paper company employee Yoo Man-su is abruptly laid off, he loses the perfect life he?s worked hard for. When a new job comes along, he realises a perfect plan - getting rid of his competition via any available means. Director Park?s de...Monday 2 February 2026
Mergaliyev Classical Ballet - The Nutcracker
Mergaliyev Classical Ballet - The Nutcracker
Manchester Opera House, Manchester
The festive charms of The Nutcracker will captivate audiences of all ages. When Clara is gifted a Nutcracker doll who magically comes to life, an enchanting adventure unfolds; a dramatic battle with the Mouse King ensues, and dancing snowfl...Ezra Furman
Ezra Furman
New Century Hall, Manchester
Described by Consequence Of Sound as, "a ball of energy, bouncing around genre borders with glee. There's the rebellion of '90s indie rock, a string of sunshine-y '80s pop, and the snarl of '70s punk," incendiary and inspiring Chicago tran...Noel Coward’s Private Lives
Noel Coward’s Private Lives
Hope Mill Theatre, Manchester
From the creative team behind 'Blithe Spirit' and 'The Taming of the Shrew' comes HER Productions next classical takeover: Noel Coward's PRIVATE LIVES! Embracing Coward's trademark banter and elegance, HER's production peels back the fro...Palace Theatre Tour
Palace Theatre Tour
Palace Theatre, Manchester
Opened in 1891, The Palace Theatre is one of Manchester's oldest and most beautiful theatres. With a glorious history hosting stars of stage and screen including Judy Garland, Gracie Fields, Les Dawson and Charlie Chaplin, today, the Palace...RNCM Monday Lunchtime Showcase
RNCM Monday Lunchtime Showcase
RNCM, Manchester
Drop in during your lunch break and discover a wide range of performances for free with the RNCM's Monday and Thursday Lunchtime concerts. Witness the next generation of musicians in this intimate lunchtime solo and chamber music series,...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. ...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...Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour
Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour
Old Trafford, Manchester
Visit the Museum & Stadium Tour at Old Trafford and walk in the footsteps of greatness. The Museum is open for visitors, and the Stadium Tour follows a great route, so you'll see the players' tunnel, walk next to the world famous pitch, and...
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