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Clubs

Chris Stussy presents USS @ Aviva Studios (Manchester)

Fri 9th - Sun 11th October

10:00pm - 5:00am

Aviva Studios (Factory International), Manchester

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Chris Stussy presents USS @ Aviva Studios (Manchester)

Aviva Studios (Factory International), Manchester

Chris Stussy brings his acclaimed USS event concept to Aviva Studios. Please read all the info below before buying a ticket. 18+ // No Phone Policy

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Love to be... Sheffield

Saturday 17th October

5:00pm - 1:00am

Hangr Warehouse, Sheffield

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Love to be... Sheffield

Hangr Warehouse, Sheffield

We kick off our huge winter series of events in our home, Sheffield! at the amazing new Hangr warehouse at Steelyard! 2 rooms of house

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NeXup

Saturday 31st October

8:00pm - 4:00am

Depot Mayfield, Manchester

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NeXup

Depot Mayfield, Manchester

NeXup - Saturday 31st October

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Martin Kemp's Back to the 80s DJ Set|SteelYard | LAST 50 TICKETS

Saturday 5th September

2:00pm - 10:00pm

SYSheffield (Steel Yard)

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Martin Kemp's Back to the 80s DJ Set|SteelYard | LAST 50 TICKETS

SYSheffield (Steel Yard)

Get ready for a night of neon, nostalgia and non-stop 80s anthems as Martin Kemp brings the ultimate retro party to life!

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D.O.D| Groovebox at SteelYard, Sheffield

Saturday 11th July

2:00pm - 9:30pm

SYSheffield (Steel Yard)

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D.O.D| Groovebox at SteelYard, Sheffield

SYSheffield (Steel Yard)

D.O.D takes over SteelYard Terrace for an all-day party!

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Escapism with Deep Dish, Smokin Jo & Pattn

Saturday 10th October

3:30pm - 11:00pm

Victoria Baths, Manchester

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Escapism with Deep Dish, Smokin Jo & Pattn

Victoria Baths, Manchester

ESCAPISM LAUNCHES IN MANCHESTER WITH DEEP DISH, SMOKIN JO & PATTN AT THE ICONIC VICTORIA BATHS

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4 Fizzy Records X Sixtrees The Yard - Open Air Party - Part 2

Saturday 15th August

2:00pm - 10:30pm

Sixtrees Kitchen, Manchester

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4 Fizzy Records X Sixtrees The Yard - Open Air Party - Part 2

Sixtrees Kitchen, Manchester

We had to run the iconic party back Huge Line up TBA!

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OBSKUR + MORE | Groovebox at SteelYard Sheffield

Saturday 1st August

2:00pm - 11:00pm

SYSheffield (Steel Yard)

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OBSKUR + MORE | Groovebox at SteelYard Sheffield

SYSheffield (Steel Yard)

This August, one of the hottest DJ duos in the industry right now joins us at SteelYard in Sheffield with a stacked lineup for an all-day party!

Gigs

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Sienna Spiro: Album Launch Show (14+ with an Adult)

Sunday 23rd August

7:00pm - 9:00pm

Albert Hall Manchester

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Sienna Spiro: Album Launch Show (14+ with an Adult)

Albert Hall Manchester

Jacaranda Records presents a live performance from Sienna Spiro in support of her new album 'Visitor'.

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Sienna Spiro: Matinee Album Launch Show (14+ with an Adult)

Sunday 23rd August

4:00pm - 6:00pm

Albert Hall Manchester

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Sienna Spiro: Matinee Album Launch Show (14+ with an Adult)

Albert Hall Manchester

Jacaranda Records presents a live performance from Sienna Spiro in support of her new album 'Visitor'.

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Chicane LIVE | Manchester

Saturday 28th November

7:00pm - 10:30pm

Albert Hall, Manchester

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Chicane LIVE | Manchester

Albert Hall, Manchester

Chicane heads to the Albert Hall on Saturday 28th November for a full live band performance!

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Road to Nashville Indoor Rodeo Show | O2 Victoria Warehouse

Saturday 18th July

2:00pm - 10:00pm

O2 Victoria Warehouse, Manchester

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Road to Nashville Indoor Rodeo Show | O2 Victoria Warehouse

O2 Victoria Warehouse, Manchester

After a string of sold-out shows across the UK, The Road to Nashville is bringing its country magic to the O2 Victoria Warehouse in Manchester!

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PALE WAVES headline

Friday 11th September

5:00pm - 11:00pm

Un.titled Studio, Salford

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PALE WAVES headline

Un.titled Studio, Salford

A special outdoor event headlined by Pale Waves. The line-up has been hand-picked by Pale Waves themselves, to bring you a full day of live music.

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GRANDMASTER FLASH- The Bread Shed, Manchester

Friday 23rd October

7:00pm - 10:00pm

The Bread Shed, Manchester

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GRANDMASTER FLASH- The Bread Shed, Manchester

The Bread Shed, Manchester

Tapestry Promotions present GRANDMASTER FLASH- THE FOUR ELEMENTS TOUR. Support TBC

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GirlyPop Live - Zara Larson Takeover | Freight Island, MCR

Sunday 12th July

12:00pm - 4:30pm

Freight Island, Manchester

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GirlyPop Live - Zara Larson Takeover | Freight Island, MCR

Freight Island, Manchester

GirlyPop Live is returning to Freight Island, Manchester with your favourite Pop icons in one live show brought to you by the best tribute acts!

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Armanii - The Impact Tour - Manchester

Armanii - The Impact Tour - Manchester

Gorilla, Manchester

Dancehall sensation Armanii lands in the UK for a run of headline shows this summer. Presented by Caribbean Rocks

Festivals

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Manchester Village Pride 2026

Fri 28th August - Tue 1st September

12:00pm - 6:00am

Manchester Gay Village

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Manchester Village Pride 2026

Manchester Gay Village

Manchester Village Pride 2026: Four days, three stages, one Village. Bank Holiday takeover celebrating LGBTQ+ culture in the heart of Manchester.

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Damnation 2026

Sat 7th - Sun 8th November

11:00am - 11:45pm

BEC Arena, Manchester

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Damnation 2026

BEC Arena, Manchester

Damnation returns for 2026, on the 7th and 8th of November 2026 at the BEC Arena, Manchester. Tickets on sale now!

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Teletech Festival 2026

Saturday 1st August

1:00pm - 5:00am

Bowlers Exhibition Centre, Manchester

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Teletech Festival 2026

Bowlers Exhibition Centre, Manchester

We are incredibly excited to announce the lineup for Teletech Festival 2026. This will be an 18 hour extravaganza of all things Teletech.

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Bassfest Summer Festival 2026

Sat 18th - Sun 19th July

11:00am - 10:00pm

Don Valley Bowl, Sheffield

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Bassfest Summer Festival 2026

Don Valley Bowl, Sheffield

Bassfest hits Sheffield for a huge day of bass, DnB and house. Big artists, big stages and heavy energy. Tickets selling fast, don’t miss out.

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The Brit Fest 2027

Thu 15th - Sun 18th July 2027

6:00pm - 11:00pm

Ashley Hall Showground Altrincham WA14 3QA, MANCHESTER

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The Brit Fest 2027

Ashley Hall Showground Altrincham WA14 3QA, MANCHESTER

The Brit Fest returns for its fourth edition in Cheshire, combining iconic live music, great food, boutique camping and unforgettable summer memories

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Hits On The Pitch 2026

Saturday 11th July

12:00pm - 11:00pm

Manchester Rugby Club, Cheadle Hulme

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Hits On The Pitch 2026

Manchester Rugby Club, Cheadle Hulme

The North West's ultimate 80s, 90s, and 00s music festival returns to Manchester Rugby Club on Saturday 11th July for another unmissable extravaganza!

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Alsager Music Festival 2026

Alsager Music Festival 2026

Milton Park Alsager

After a sunsoaked 2025 festival, we're back in 2026 to bring more fantastic bands and Djs, stalls, fun and community spirit to the heart of Alsager.

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90s Fest 2026

Fri 10th - Sun 12th July

5:00pm - 11:00pm

Don Valley Bowl, Sheffield

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90s Fest 2026

Don Valley Bowl, Sheffield

90s Fest returns bigger than ever at Don Valley Bowl. 3 days of nostalgia 10-12 July with UB40 and FIVE headlining. Don't miss it.

Comedy

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Saturday Night Showcase|| Creatures Comedy Club

Saturday 19th September + 20 other dates

8:30pm - 10:30pm

Creatures Comedy Club, Manchester

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Saturday Night Showcase|| Creatures Comedy Club

Creatures Comedy Club, Manchester

4 hand-picked comedians and one of our resident hosts! Every Saturday Night in our New York style basement comedy club!

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Saturday Night Showcase|| Creatures Comedy Club

Saturday 11th July

7:00pm - 9:00pm

Creatures Comedy Club, Manchester

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Saturday Night Showcase|| Creatures Comedy Club

Creatures Comedy Club, Manchester

4 hand-picked comedians and one of our resident hosts! Every Saturday Night in our New York style basement comedy club!

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Thursday night Comedy || Creatures Comedy Club

Thursday 9th July

8:30pm - 10:30pm

Creatures Comedy Club, Manchester

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Thursday night Comedy || Creatures Comedy Club

Creatures Comedy Club, Manchester

Only 7 night a week comedy club in Manchester. 15+ shows a week! A New York-style intimate comedy club with a Mancunian twist.

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Friday Night Showcase|| Creatures Comedy Club

Friday 17th July + 20 other dates

8:30pm - 10:30pm

Creatures Comedy Club, Manchester

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Friday Night Showcase|| Creatures Comedy Club

Creatures Comedy Club, Manchester

Only 7 night a week comedy club in Manchester. 15+ shows a week! Come find out why we've moved to a bigger venue!

Theatre, Arts & Culture

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That Night In Manchester

That Night In Manchester

Stockport Plaza

An unforgettable experience that dives straight into the heart of the Manchester music scene. Relive the nights & stories that defined music forever.

The Players Keep - Dungeons and Dragons Live

Wednesday 7th October

7:00pm - 11:00pm

The Empty Space, MediaCity

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The Players Keep - Dungeons and Dragons Live

The Empty Space, MediaCity

The Players Keep return to The Empty Space in Manchester to film an episode of Campaign 2 of their Dungeons & Dragons show.

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The Plastic Cabaret: Freakshow

The Plastic Cabaret: Freakshow

On Bar Manchester

The Plastic Cabaret returns to ON Bar Manchester on Friday 31 July with 'Welcome to the Freak Show'

The Blue Funk Club

Thursday 15th October

7:30am - 11:00pm

The Blue Funk Club, Poynton

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The Blue Funk Club

The Blue Funk Club, Poynton

The Guilty Men, live at The Blue Funk Club, Poynton Workmens Club 142 Park Lane, Poynton, Cheshire, SK12 1RG

Experiences & Attractions

Watch the football on the big screen with great atmosphere!

Comic Con Manchester

Sat 25th - Sun 26th July

9:00am - 6:00pm

Bowlers Exhibition Centre, Manchester

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Comic Con Manchester

Bowlers Exhibition Centre, Manchester

COMIC CON MANCHESTER is one of the UK's largest pop culture conventions

Dronfield @ CIVIC HALL - Saturday 18th July

Saturday 18th July

10:00am - 5:00pm

Dronfield Civic Centre

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Dronfield @ CIVIC HALL - Saturday 18th July

Dronfield Civic Centre

Teach Rex brings their UK tour back to Dronfield, continuing their exciting new initiative, delivering shows in intimate settings in the UK!

Seven Hills Tattoo Convention 2026 (Sheffield)

Sat 29th - Sun 30th August

11:00am - 6:00pm

Kelham Island Museum, Sheffield

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Seven Hills Tattoo Convention 2026 (Sheffield)

Kelham Island Museum, Sheffield

Sheffield's top tattoo event returns for its third year, held in the historic Kelham Island Museum featuring the best tattoo artists, traders & food.

Food & Drink

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The Dirty Dancing Bottomless Brunch - Freight Island

Saturday 11th July

11:30am - 4:00pm

Freight Island, Manchester

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The Dirty Dancing Bottomless Brunch - Freight Island

Freight Island, Manchester

Prepare yourselves for the ultimate brunch experience, jam packed with unforgettable moments! Expect, LIVE performances, Sing along moments & More!

Live From The Grill 2026: Manchester's Biggest Rooftop Cookout

Sat 29th - Sun 30th August

11:30am - 10:00pm

Rooftop Of Depot Mayfield, Manchester

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Live From The Grill 2026: Manchester's Biggest Rooftop Cookout

Rooftop Of Depot Mayfield, Manchester

Live From The Grill takes over Depot Mayfield's rooftop this summer for a huge BBQ festival with Texas pitmasters, Michelin chefs and £5 burgers.

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Big Bastard Bingo Bottomless Brunch -BAILEY.J MILLS

Big Bastard Bingo Bottomless Brunch -BAILEY.J MILLS

Area Manchester

Manchester’s wildest bottomless brunch! Join Bailey J Mills & Pam Sandwich for outrageous bingo, iconic drag, crazy prizes and 90 mins of bottomless d

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The Whitney Bottomless Brunch - Freight Island

Saturday 12th December

11:30am - 4:00pm

Freight Island, Manchester

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The Whitney Bottomless Brunch - Freight Island

Freight Island, Manchester

After an incredible response, the Whitney Bottomless Brunch is back at Freight Island on Sat 11th December - and its set to be even bigger this time

Sport

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England vs Norway| Quarter Finals| World Cup 2026 Live

Saturday 11th July

5:00pm - 12:00am

SYSheffield (Steel Yard)

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England vs Norway| Quarter Finals| World Cup 2026 Live

SYSheffield (Steel Yard)

England vs Norway - Quarter Final 2026 World Cup group game! Live at Steelyard 11th July Saturday with 10:00 PM kick-off. Buy your tickets now!

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Aynsley Mill Fan Zone: England V Norway

Saturday 11th July

5:30pm - 1:00am

Aynsley Mill , Longton, Stoke-on-Tr

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Aynsley Mill Fan Zone: England V Norway

Aynsley Mill , Longton, Stoke-on-Tr

Experience England V Norway LIVE on the BIG SCREEN. With Pre-Game Tunes and Plenty of Surprises Along the Way

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Victory at the Baths: World Cup Quarter Final England v Norway

Saturday 11th July

7:00pm - 1:00am

Victoria Baths, Manchester

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Victory at the Baths: World Cup Quarter Final England v Norway

Victoria Baths, Manchester

England's World Cup journey continues at Victoria Baths. Watch England in the quarter final on the big screen with street food, bars and DJs

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The Girl Games - September 2026

Sunday 13th September

9:00am - 6:00pm

Bowlers Exhibition Centre, Manchester

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The Girl Games - September 2026

Bowlers Exhibition Centre, Manchester

The Girl Games is a female only fitness competition designed by women, for women! Compete in pairs in strength, endurance and metcon workouts.

Family Days Out

The Circus House Community Show

The Circus House Community Show

Niamos, Manchester

Join us for this wholesome family event where children and adults who attend our circus classes will perform a fantastic Summer show.

Family Carnival at Victoria Warehouse, Manchester

Monday 31st August

12:00pm - 5:00pm

Victoria Warehouse, Stretford

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Family Carnival at Victoria Warehouse, Manchester

Victoria Warehouse, Stretford

Get ready for a wild time at the Family Carnival at Victoria Warehouse in August 2026 - it's gonna be a blast!

Join us for The Bay Summer Fair - Family Fun Day, a fantastic community event packed with entertainment, activities, and fun for all ages!

Family Fun Halloween Party

Saturday 31st October

8:00pm - 11:45pm

Billingtons, Oldham

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Family Fun Halloween Party

Billingtons, Oldham

Come and have a spooktacular night, dance, play games and food included

Seasonal

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Halloween Special: BENIDORM BINGO | FunnyBoyz Manchester

Saturday 3rd October

6:15pm - 9:30pm

New York New York Manchester

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Halloween Special: BENIDORM BINGO | FunnyBoyz Manchester

New York New York Manchester

Let's make this October a month to remember for the rest of our lives!! Spooky themed Bingo hosted by Ugly Drag Queens ( what's new? )

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Halloween Special: BENIDORM BINGO | FunnyBoyz Manchester

Saturday 24th October

6:15pm - 9:30pm

New York New York Manchester

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Halloween Special: BENIDORM BINGO | FunnyBoyz Manchester

New York New York Manchester

Let's make this October a month to remember for the rest of our lives!! Spooky themed Bingo hosted by Ugly Drag Queens ( what's new? )

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Halloween Special: BENIDORM BINGO | FunnyBoyz Manchester

Saturday 17th October

6:15pm - 9:30pm

New York New York Manchester

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Halloween Special: BENIDORM BINGO | FunnyBoyz Manchester

New York New York Manchester

Let's make this October a month to remember for the rest of our lives!! Spooky themed Bingo hosted by Ugly Drag Queens ( what's new? )

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Halloween Special: BENIDORM BINGO | FunnyBoyz Manchester

Saturday 31st October

6:15pm - 9:30pm

New York New York Manchester

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Halloween Special: BENIDORM BINGO | FunnyBoyz Manchester

New York New York Manchester

Let's make this October a month to remember for the rest of our lives!! Spooky themed Bingo hosted by Ugly Drag Queens ( what's new? )

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what's on in manchester

In the city that spawned The Hacienda, The Stone Roses, The Smiths, Joy Division and Homobloc, it's fair to say that there is no shortage of musical heritage in Manchester, a trait which has continued through to today, with an enormous number of music events taking place in the city.

Our What's on in Manchester this weekend guide covers all Manchester clubs, as well as a Manchester gig guide, comedy nights and tickets.

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