HISTORIC EVENTS IN MANCHESTER
HISTORIC EVENTS IN MANCHESTER
Most Popular Historic Events in Manchester
Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour
Old Trafford
Fri 23 Jan - Wed 1 Apr 2026
Opera House Theatre Tour
Manchester Opera House
Fri 27 Feb - Mon 2 Mar 2026
The Wizarding Adventure
East Lancashire Railway
Thu 19 Feb - Fri 30 Oct 2026
Drive A Steam Train Experience
East Lancashire Railway
Fri 13 Mar - Fri 23 Oct 2026
Palace Theatre Tour
Palace Theatre, Manchester
Friday 23 January - Monday 16 March 2026
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...Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour
Old Trafford, Manchester
Friday 23 January - Wednesday 1 April 2026
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...The Wizarding Adventure
East Lancashire Railway, Bury
Thursday 19 February - Friday 30 October 2026
It's a kind of magic! Are you ready to attend your first day at the Grand Old School of Wizardry. Join the madcap mages and wacky witches of the faculty on a spellbinding adventure to work on your wand waving, brush up on your broomstick sk...Small Engines Gala
East Lancashire Railway, Bury
Saturday 21 - Sunday 22 February 2026
Ride up and down the East Lancs Railway, hauled by their fleet of smaller steam and heritage diesel engines. These small but perfectly-formed locomotives, some of which are built for stamina rather than speed, are often found shunting aroun...Opera House Theatre Tour
Manchester Opera House, Manchester
Friday 27 February - Monday 2 March 2026
Opened in 1912, The Opera House is one of Manchester's oldest and most beautiful theatres. Today the theatre plays host to hundreds of performances each year and remains an important part of Manchester's vibrant cultural offer. Our Tours a...Peter's Field - Sean Cooney, Rowan Rheingans & Sam Carter
Champness Hall, Rochdale
Thursday 12 March 2026
A new Rochdale made musical marking one of the most momentous days in working class history enjoyed a remarkable debut at FolkEast on the 205th anniversary of Peterloo. Written by award-winning songwriter and member of The Young'uns, Sean C...Peter's Field - Sean Cooney, Rowan Rheingans & Sam Carter
The Curtain Theatre, Rochdale
Thursday 12 March 2026
A new Rochdale made musical marking one of the most momentous days in working class history enjoyed a remarkable debut at FolkEast on the 205th anniversary of Peterloo. Written by award-winning songwriter and member of The Young'uns, Sean C...Drive A Steam Train Experience
East Lancashire Railway, Bury
Friday 13 March - Friday 23 October 2026
Bring your childhood dreams to life as you step onto the footplate of a full-sized, fully operational heritage steam train and take control of the magnificent engine. A steam train driving experience on the East Lancashire Railway is exactl...Ride on Flying Scotsman
East Lancashire Railway, Bury
Friday 5 - Sunday 14 June 2026
The record-breaking people's engine returns! The world's most famous steam train, the magnificent LNER Class A3 60103 "Flying Scotsman" is celebrating 100 years since she entered service, and as part of the festivities she will travelling ...SIX
