What's on in Manchester and surrounding area
What's on in Manchester and surrounding area
Saturday 1 November 2025
Fiddler on the Roof
Fiddler on the Roof
Palace Theatre, Manchester
A theatrical triumph, the Regent's Park Open Air Theatre's sold-out electrifying Fiddler on the Roof is going on tour. This is a rare opportunity to catch this critically acclaimed production from the powerhouse creative team directed by Jo...Russell Kane
Russell Kane
King George's Hall, Blackburn
Whirlwind, FitBit-breaking comedian, presenter, actor and author Russell Kane is out on the road again, setting it on fire with his unique recipe of sharp wit and "storming physical comedy" (Mail on Sunday). Hyperactive, his brand-new tour ...Fat Dog
Fat Dog
Aviva Studios, Manchester
Described by the NME as "2023's wildest live band", South London indie act Fat Dog's music has been described as containing elements of dance, punk and klezmer. ...Dancing at Lughnasa
Dancing at Lughnasa
Royal Exchange Theatre, Manchester
"I want to dance, Kate. It's the festival of Lughnasa. I'm only thirty-five. I want to dance." Driven by an overwhelming desire, the five Mundy sisters dance. Together they twirl and spin, it is wild, passionate, reckless, and for the brief...The Enemy
The Enemy
New Century Hall, Manchester
Since 2007, the socially anchored, Coventry power rock trio led by lead singer and main songwriter Tom Clarke haven't been afraid to shed a tonne of bravado as a shield for some deep-seeded insecurities - mainly Tom's own personal hang-ups....Mel Brooks' Young Frankenstein - The Musical
Mel Brooks' Young Frankenstein - The Musical
Hope Mill Theatre, Manchester
From the creators of the record-breaking Broadway sensation, The Producers, comes this monster musical comedy. The comedy genius, Mel Brooks, adapts his legendarily funny film into a brilliant stage creation - Young Frankenstein! Grandson...Fat Dog
Fat Dog
Aviva Studios (the Warehouse), Manchester
Described by the NME as "2023's wildest live band", South London indie act Fat Dog's music has been described as containing elements of dance, punk and klezmer. ...The Smeds and The Smoos
The Smeds and The Smoos
Lowry, Salford
Tall Stories presents The Smeds and the Smoos. Soar into space with this exciting adaptation of the award-winning book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler. On a far off planet, Smeds and Smoos can't be friends. So when a young Smed and Sm...Emofest
Emofest
Manchester Academy, Manchester
Put on your eyeliner, lace up your high-tops and get ready to rock to all your favourite nostalgic emo anthems as the Emo Festival is the greatest tribute night to the music that was never just a phase... Teenage Nostalgia featuring all ...Charlie and the Chocolate Factory - The Musical
Charlie and the Chocolate Factory - The Musical
Altrincham Garrick, Altrincham
Escape to a world of pure imagination with Altrincham Garrick's production of Roald Dahl's Charlie and The Chocolate Factory - The Musical. The world-famous Willy Wonka is opening the gates to his mysterious factory... but only to a lucky ...The Legends Of American Country Show
The Legends Of American Country Show
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Now seen by over 350,000 fans live and watched by millions on TV, Europe's No.1 multi-award winning tribute show returns for another fantastic night of toe-tapping Country Music classics. The show features four fantastic singers who are ...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...From Gold To Rio - The Greatest Hits of Spandau Ballet & Duran Duran
From Gold To Rio - The Greatest Hits of Spandau Ballet & Duran Duran
The Albert Halls, Bolton
Two of the UK's most iconic bands will be brought to life in one power packed tribute show. With over twenty Top 10 hits, the show will feature two hours of non-stop classics including Gold, Rio, True, and The Reflex, to name a few, guarant...The Smyths - Tribute to The Smiths
The Smyths - Tribute to The Smiths
O2 Ritz, Manchester
The Smyths are a joyous celebration of arguably the greatest band of all time, Manchester legends The Smiths. Thrillingly accurate, the group have amassed a huge following and regularly sell out huge venues both here and abroad. 2023 marks...Heaven Can Wait - A Tribute to the Music of Meat Loaf
Heaven Can Wait - A Tribute to the Music of Meat Loaf
Blackburn Empire Theatre, Blackburn
Carlton Entertainment brings you their brand-new production featuring Meat Loaf's greatest hits. Following a Sold Out tour of Spain in 2024, This showstopping concert launches across Europe in 2025. Featuring the incredible vocals of Lee Br...Stephen Bailey
Stephen Bailey
Chorley Theatre, Chorley
Comedian, presenter, actor and writer, Stephen Bailey is a fiercely proud Mancunian, working class, gay man and he's back with a brand new live show, TART. From a working-class background in Manchester, six years working at Sainsbury's,...The Best Movies in Cinemas & Streaming
The Best Movies in Cinemas & Streaming
Manchester Multiple Venues, Manchester
If you are looking for a film to watch, ManchesterTheatres. com have rounded-up the best movies currently showing at Manchester's cinemas, and we are offering discounted tickets at Odeon, Vue, Cineworld and HOME too. We've also compiled...Hanabie
Hanabie
Manchester Academy, Manchester
Hanabie. (花冷え。) is a Japanese metalcore band from Tokyo known for combining loud and heavy music with contrasting Harajuku aesthetics in a style self-described as "Harajuku-core". Their songs incorporate elements of metalcore, hardc...The Springsteen Sessions
The Springsteen Sessions
The Citadel Theatre, St Helens
Glasgow-based Dougie Robertson's Springsteen Sessions are without doubt the most authentic, honest, hard hitting, hard working and accurate sound of the Boss in the UK. From the time The Springsteen Sessions hit the stage, they take you ...Haunted Manchester City Exploration Game
Haunted Manchester City Exploration Game
22 Opposite The Old Granada Studios And Bauhaus, Manchester
Choose your date and time after you purchase. Explore the most frightful places in Manchester, with their stories of restless spirits, cruel murders and menacing ghouls. Solve 13 creepy clues to find out the true story of Loky. Loky was a M...Sunday 2 November 2025
A Christmas Carol Goes Wrong
A Christmas Carol Goes Wrong
Lowry, Salford
GOD BLESS HELP US, EVERYONE The Cornley Amateur Drama Society are back with tidings of chaos and joy, ready to tackle the Charles Dickens' classic, A Christmas Carol. A new production of CHRISTMAS CAROL GOES WRONG smashes into the Lowry pri...Ardal O'Hanlon
Ardal O'Hanlon
Lowry, Salford
Oh, it's all there! All the trademarks are in evidence in Ardal's latest show. Beautifully crafted stand-up comedy? Yes. Celebrated use of language? Tick. Lateral thinking, surreal flourishes, sharp observations? Of course. As for the occas...Dancing at Lughnasa
Dancing at Lughnasa
Royal Exchange Theatre, Manchester
"I want to dance, Kate. It's the festival of Lughnasa. I'm only thirty-five. I want to dance." Driven by an overwhelming desire, the five Mundy sisters dance. Together they twirl and spin, it is wild, passionate, reckless, and for the brief...Mel Brooks' Young Frankenstein - The Musical
Mel Brooks' Young Frankenstein - The Musical
Hope Mill Theatre, Manchester
From the creators of the record-breaking Broadway sensation, The Producers, comes this monster musical comedy. The comedy genius, Mel Brooks, adapts his legendarily funny film into a brilliant stage creation - Young Frankenstein! Grandson...Something About George - The George Harrison Story
Something About George - The George Harrison Story
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Something About George - The George Harrison Story is a musical biopic tribute about the so-called "quiet" Beatle, and is back following it's hugely successful 2023 tour which celebrated what would have been George's 80th birthday. Starring...Charlie and the Chocolate Factory - The Musical
Charlie and the Chocolate Factory - The Musical
Altrincham Garrick, Altrincham
Escape to a world of pure imagination with Altrincham Garrick's production of Roald Dahl's Charlie and The Chocolate Factory - The Musical. The world-famous Willy Wonka is opening the gates to his mysterious factory... but only to a lucky ...1985 Black Ball Final 40th Anniversary
1985 Black Ball Final 40th Anniversary
Octagon Theatre, Bolton
Come and join Steve Davis and Dennis Taylor as they recreate the match that gripped a nation - the 1985 World Snooker Final. A record-breaking 18.5m TV viewers stayed up to watch the legendary match and this is your chance to see the r...James B Partridge - The Big Christmas Assembly 2025
James B Partridge - The Big Christmas Assembly 2025
St Helens Theatre Royal, St Helens
Get ready for a night packed with festive spirit, singalong tunes, and the nostalgia of Christmases gone by. Known for his vibrant energy and exceptional vocal talent, James brings seasonal favourites and unexpected mashups that will have t...The Best Movies in Cinemas & Streaming
The Best Movies in Cinemas & Streaming
Manchester Multiple Venues, Manchester
If you are looking for a film to watch, ManchesterTheatres. com have rounded-up the best movies currently showing at Manchester's cinemas, and we are offering discounted tickets at Odeon, Vue, Cineworld and HOME too. We've also compiled...Josh James
Josh James
Lowry, Salford
One of the most exciting names to breakout in UK comedy, viral comedy star Josh James presents his highly anticipated debut tour Doin' Alright. Join Josh as he guides audiences through the life of a 'Essex Man', the uniqueness of English c...HOME Film Pass
HOME Film Pass
HOME, Manchester
See everything everywhere (almost all at once) with the new HOME Film Pass! Experience new releases at HOME, any time, as many times as you like for one monthly price. For just £18 you'll also get a range of perks to make the most of your ...Matt Green
Matt Green
The Frog and Bucket, Manchester
Following his debut sell-out national tour, online comedy star Matt Green returns with brand new jokes about the state of politics, the world and himself in his new show Legitimate Concerns. Matt has moved house and the world has moved i...Discounted Cineworld Cinema Tickets
Discounted Cineworld Cinema Tickets
Cineworld Cinemas Manchester, Manchester
Buy your Cineworld cinema tickets in Manchester at a reduced price: "Group 1 Tickets" from only £5.49 (saving up to £1.50 per ticket): Cineworld Bolton - [click here]--- "Group 2 Tickets" from only £8.99 (saving up to £4 per ticke...
The Manchester Cheese Crawl
The Manchester Cheese Crawl
Richard Cobden Statue, Manchester
? This christmas, give this experience as a gift to your loved ones! Click here Tickets ? Entry for 1 on the Manchester Cheese crawl including tasters and wine Each ticket includes: Cheese samples Optional bread/crackers (contains gluten)...Monday 3 November 2025
The Best Movies in Cinemas & Streaming
The Best Movies in Cinemas & Streaming
Manchester Multiple Venues, Manchester
If you are looking for a film to watch, ManchesterTheatres. com have rounded-up the best movies currently showing at Manchester's cinemas, and we are offering discounted tickets at Odeon, Vue, Cineworld and HOME too. We've also compiled...HOME Film Pass
HOME Film Pass
HOME, Manchester
See everything everywhere (almost all at once) with the new HOME Film Pass! Experience new releases at HOME, any time, as many times as you like for one monthly price. For just £18 you'll also get a range of perks to make the most of your ...Discounted Cineworld Cinema Tickets
Discounted Cineworld Cinema Tickets
Cineworld Cinemas Manchester, Manchester
Buy your Cineworld cinema tickets in Manchester at a reduced price: "Group 1 Tickets" from only £5.49 (saving up to £1.50 per ticket): Cineworld Bolton - [click here]--- "Group 2 Tickets" from only £8.99 (saving up to £4 per ticke...1940's Variety Show
1940's Variety Show
Blackburn Empire Theatre, Blackburn
This 1940s Variety Show returns by popular demand in a light-hearted, yet respectful look at wartime entertainment known as ENSA. The talented cast re-creates stars of the period in music, song, and battle-dress. Join us for a Cockney sing-...Tuesday 4 November 2025
Jason Manford
Jason Manford
Middleton Arena, Manchester
Jason Manford is back with his brand-new live show, A Manford All Seasons. The Manchester comedian has been busy since his last smash-hit stand up show but fans of his Absolute Radio show will know this nationally acclaimed comedian hasn't...A Christmas Carol Goes Wrong
A Christmas Carol Goes Wrong
Lowry, Salford
GOD BLESS HELP US, EVERYONE The Cornley Amateur Drama Society are back with tidings of chaos and joy, ready to tackle the Charles Dickens' classic, A Christmas Carol. A new production of CHRISTMAS CAROL GOES WRONG smashes into the Lowry pri...Fawlty Towers - The Play
Fawlty Towers - The Play
Manchester Opera House, Manchester
Nearly 50 years since it first hit our TV screens, the "Greatest British sitcom of all time" (Radio Times) is now a brand-new stage play, adapted by comedy legend John Cleese and directed by Caroline Jay Ranger. Featuring your favourite ...Miss Saigon
Miss Saigon
Palace Theatre, Manchester
The soaring musical score features the hits songs; The Heat is On in Saigon, The Movie in My Mind, Last Night of the World and The American Dream. Michael Harrison in association with Cameron Mackintosh is delighted to present a new touring...Dancing at Lughnasa
Dancing at Lughnasa
Royal Exchange Theatre, Manchester
"I want to dance, Kate. It's the festival of Lughnasa. I'm only thirty-five. I want to dance." Driven by an overwhelming desire, the five Mundy sisters dance. Together they twirl and spin, it is wild, passionate, reckless, and for the brief...Mel Brooks' Young Frankenstein - The Musical
