What's on in Manchester and surrounding area
What's on in Manchester and surrounding area
Sunday 6 September 2026
High School Musical
High School Musical
Lowry, Salford
Icon Jason Donovan* will play Coach Bolton and Disney royalty KayCee Stroh (High School Musical Trilogy) stars as Ms Darbus in Disney's HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL. They join the previously announced Tobias Turley (ITV's Mamma Mia! I Have A Dream)...The Prat Pack - Bradley Walsh, Brian Conley, Shane Richie & Joe Pasquale
The Prat Pack - Bradley Walsh, Brian Conley, Shane Richie & Joe Pasquale
Manchester Opera House, Manchester
Following the monumental success of their debut run, the nation's most beloved entertainers are officially reuniting. Bradley Walsh, Brian Conley, Joe Pasquale, and Shane Richie have confirmed they are hitting the road once again with 'The ...KATSEYE
KATSEYE
Co-op Live, Manchester
Los Angeles "global girl group" KATSEYE boast members from from the United States, Philippines, South Korea, and Switzerland. Originally formed through the 2023 reality competition series Dream Academy, the group's formation process was la...Laughterama - Chris McCausland + John Robins + more
Laughterama - Chris McCausland + John Robins + more
Castlefield Bowl, Manchester
CHRIS MCCAUSLAND + HARRIET KEMSLEY + JANINE HAROUNI + RHYS JAMES + JOHN ROBINS. LAUGHTERAMA, Manchester's biggest comedy festival returns to Castlefield Bowl with five nights of astounding all-star stand-up, craft beers, street eats & more....Laughterama - Michelle Wolf + Rose Matafeo + more
Laughterama - Michelle Wolf + Rose Matafeo + more
Castlefield Bowl, Manchester
SPECIAL GUEST HEADLINER MICHELLE WOLF + ROSE MATAFEO + BELLA HULL + AMY ANNETTE + SARAH KEYWORTH + PHIL ELLIS. LAUGHTERAMA, Manchester's biggest comedy festival returns to Castlefield Bowl with five nights of astounding all-star stand-up, c...Fearne Cotton's Happy Place Festival
Fearne Cotton's Happy Place Festival
Tatton Park, Knutsford
Fuel your thoughts and find your sanctuary this summer at the UK's biggest space dedicated to feeding both body and mind. Spawned from Fearne Cotton's Happy Place podcast, which sees the London born broadcaster talk to incredible peopl...Yotam Ottolenghi
Yotam Ottolenghi
Aviva Studios, Manchester
The bestselling author of Simple and Flavour, Yotam Ottolenghi, invites you to celebrate the release of his highly anticipated new cookbook Simple Too, an irresistible companion to the era-defining Simple. Yotam will be cooking live on sta...The Bootleg Beatles
The Bootleg Beatles
Gorilla, Manchester
The world's Premier Beatles band continues to draw critical acclaim with their flawless recreation of the greatest songbook in history. Tracing the Fab Four's journey through the swinging 60s, every tiny detail is forensically observed fro...Flop - The Best Songs From The Worst Musicals
Flop - The Best Songs From The Worst Musicals
Hope Mill Theatre, Manchester
The virtuosic Arthur Hull performs the updated version of FLOP! - the musical cabaret inspired by some of Broadway's least loved musicals. FLOP! features the best songs from the worst musicals - a motley assortment of the misunderstood...Manchester Storm v Sheffield Steelers
Manchester Storm v Sheffield Steelers
AO Arena, Manchester
Following the incredible reaction to the announcement of their return to their original home, Manchester Storm are delighted to reveal the first pre-season fixture at the AO Arena - and it's a blockbuster. The Storm will take on fierce riva...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...From The Jam
From The Jam
New Century, Manchester
Bruce Foxton is a part of the English Rock and Roll establishment. A musician who is most commonly recognised as the bass player and vocalist in legendary bands Stiff Little Fingers and, more famously, mod-revivalists The Jam, with Paul Wel...The Jazz Room - Sinatra & Armstrong
The Jazz Room - Sinatra & Armstrong
Band On The Wall, Manchester
Step into The Jazz Room for a musical journey through the songs of Frank Sinatra and Louis Armstrong. From Sinatra's effortless swing style to Armstrong's unforgettable voice and trumpet, their music comes alive once again in a heartfelt li...From The Jam
From The Jam
FAC251, Manchester
Bruce Foxton is a part of the English Rock and Roll establishment. A musician who is most commonly recognised as the bass player and vocalist in legendary bands Stiff Little Fingers and, more famously, mod-revivalists The Jam, with Paul Wel...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...Krishna Calling: Classic Bhajans and Raga Symphony
Krishna Calling: Classic Bhajans and Raga Symphony
Lowry, Salford
Rakesh Joshi is talented composer, artistic director of the Indian choir-ensemble and educator. He specialised in singing devotional and semi-classical songs. Achieved Ph.D. in Indian music from the University of Salford. He has widely perf...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...No%20Country%20For%20Old%20Mancs%20-%20Smug%20Roberts%20%26%20Terry%20Christian
No%20Country%20For%20Old%20Mancs%20-%20Smug%20Roberts%20%26%20Terry%20Christian
Cuckoo Prestwich, Manchester
Smug Roberts & Terry ChristianTwo Manchester lads, one city and a big bag of stories. Join Smug Roberts and Terry Christian for a night of comedy, conversation, music and memories as they look back at the Manchester that made them, from wor...Ai Weiwei - Button Up!
