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Clubs

David Gray | Past & Present Tour | Manchester

Thursday 2nd July

6:00pm - 10:30pm

Barton Aerodrome, Manchester

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David Gray | Past & Present Tour | Manchester

Barton Aerodrome, Manchester

David Gray brings his Past & Present Tour to Manchester Barton Aerodrome on Thursday 2nd July!

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Interplanetary Criminal presents

Saturday 10th October

7:00pm - 4:00am

Depot Mayfield, Manchester

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Interplanetary Criminal presents

Depot Mayfield, Manchester

WHP 26 - Interplanetary Criminal presents at Depot Mayfield on the 10th October 2026. 19:00 - 04:00.

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KOMPND Open Air Block Party

Saturday 27th June

3:00pm - 12:00am

Concept Haus, Salford

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KOMPND Open Air Block Party

Concept Haus, Salford

Kompnd Summer continues with an OPEN AIR BLOCK PARTY link up transforming a 1000 capacity industrial car park space for the ultimate Summer function..

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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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WHP + Teletech presents DOOF - Hannah Laing + Guests

Friday 16th October

8:00pm - 4:00am

Depot Mayfield, Manchester

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WHP + Teletech presents DOOF - Hannah Laing + Guests

Depot Mayfield, Manchester

Hannah Laing heads to The Depot, Mayfield on Friday 16th October for WHP + Teletech presents DOOF. Ages 18+

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Rong Indoor Festival 2026

Saturday 3rd October

2:00pm - 2:00am

O2 Victoria Warehouse, Manchester

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Rong Indoor Festival 2026

O2 Victoria Warehouse, Manchester

RONG Indoor Festival returns to O2 Victoria Warehouse, Manchester on Saturday 3rd October 2026.

The legend returns. A new era for Sankeys begins. No phones. Limited Capacity.

Gigs

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Nerdvember 2

Saturday 21st November

The largest gathering of Nerdcore artists and fans in Europe, back for the second year and bigger than ever!

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Idrîsî Ensemble: Live at Holy Sepulchre

Saturday 27th June

6:30pm - 8:45pm

Holy Sepulchre Church, London

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Idrîsî Ensemble: Live at Holy Sepulchre

Holy Sepulchre Church, London

Choral collective Idrîsî Ensemble explore the interweaving of science and the sacred in a virtuosic concert of medieval trios and quartets.

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Rhinestone Rodeo: The Country music boat party 15th August 2026

Saturday 15th August

7:00pm - 11:00pm

The Dixie Queen , Steam Paddle Boat, London

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Rhinestone Rodeo: The Country music boat party 15th August 2026

The Dixie Queen , Steam Paddle Boat, London

We are delighted to welcome you back aboard The Dixie Queen this August for an unforgettable country music cruise down The River Thames!

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Armanii - The Impact Tour - London

Saturday 25th July

7:00pm - 11:00pm

O2 Forum Kentish Town, London

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Armanii - The Impact Tour - London

O2 Forum Kentish Town, London

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

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Defected London

Saturday 19th September

Defected return to Drumsheds on Saturday 19th September to kick off the AW26/27 season.

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I AM WOMAN: Always Us Concert featuring Patrice Roberts

I AM WOMAN: Always Us Concert featuring Patrice Roberts

KOKO, London

I AM WOMAN: Always Us Concert hits KOKO London Aug 28-one night of pure soca energy, connection, and unforgettable vibes. ALWAYS US.

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Amelie Lens b2b Sara Landry

Friday 21st August

4:00pm - 10:00pm

Magazine Open Air, London

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Amelie Lens b2b Sara Landry

Magazine Open Air, London

This summer, Amelie Lens and Sara Landry for their first ever b2b in London at Magazine, Open-Air.

GirlyPop Live | The Clapham Grand, London

Sunday 21st June

10:00am - 2:00pm

The Clapham Grand, London

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GirlyPop Live | The Clapham Grand, London

The Clapham Grand, London

GirlyPop Live is returning to The Clapham Grand, London with your favourite Pop icons in one live show brought to you by the best tribute acts!

Festivals

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WAH in the City 2026 | Silverworks Island w/ Pendulum LIVE

Sunday 5th July

12:00pm - 10:00pm

Silverworks Island, London

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WAH in the City 2026 | Silverworks Island w/ Pendulum LIVE

Silverworks Island, London

Worried About Henry returns to Silverworks Island on Sunday 5th July for the UK's biggest Drum & Bass Festival in the heart of London's docklands.

Apps Court Farm, Walton-on-Thames

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Boogietown 2026

Apps Court Farm, Walton-on-Thames

Boogietown returns for the BIGGEST boogie of the year on Saturday 11th July 2026!

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SOULTOWN - Festival 2026

Saturday 5th September

12:00pm - 11:00pm

Croydon Road Recreation Ground, Beckenham

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SOULTOWN - Festival 2026

Croydon Road Recreation Ground, Beckenham

Bringing together the biggest Soul, Motown, Disco, Funk & House acts from across the globe on Saturday 5th September 2026!

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Electric Heart Surrey

Sunday 12th July

2:00pm - 10:30pm

Apps Court Farm, Walton-on-Thames

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Electric Heart Surrey

Apps Court Farm, Walton-on-Thames

Electric Heart Festival lands in Surrey on Sunday 12th July 2026, bringing a brand-new indie festival for one unforgettable summer day.

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Tiësto 2026 | Silverworks Island

Sunday 12th July

3:00pm - 10:00pm

Silverworks Island, London

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Tiësto 2026 | Silverworks Island

Silverworks Island, London

Tiësto returns to London for his first open air performance in eight years, with a headline festival at Silverworks Island with a landmark sunset set.

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Made In 90s Fest 5th Anniversary Feat R&B Icons Xscape & Lil' Mo

Saturday 8th August

1:00pm - 10:00pm

Addington Park, Croydon

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Made In 90s Fest 5th Anniversary Feat R&B Icons Xscape & Lil' Mo

Addington Park, Croydon

Join us and 7,500+ people for our 5th Anniversary and this year will be our biggest one yet with R&B ICONS gracing our stage in XSCAPE & LIL' MO

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Fisher 2026 | Silverworks Island

Saturday 11th July

2:00pm - 10:30pm

Silverworks Island, London

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Fisher 2026 | Silverworks Island

Silverworks Island, London

One of the scene's most in-demand talents, FISHER returns to London Saturday 11th July bringing his inimitable energy to Silverworks Island

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KISSTORY On Blackheath 2026

Saturday 25th July

1:00pm - 10:00pm

Blackhealth Common, London

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KISSTORY On Blackheath 2026

Blackhealth Common, London

The biggest Old Skool & Anthems party returns to Blackheath - legendary acts, DJs, and summer vibes all day long.

Comedy

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Creatures Comedy Festival Showcase

Friday 24th July

8:45pm - 10:45pm

Creatures Comedy Club, Manchester

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Creatures Comedy Festival Showcase

Creatures Comedy Club, Manchester

A showcase of festival acts PLUS local Manchester favourites, you never know who's going to be popping in!

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Saturday Night Showcase|| Creatures Comedy Club

Saturday 20th June

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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Chocolate in the City

Saturday 27th June

7:30pm - 2:00am

Savannahs Mcr, Manchester

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Chocolate in the City

Savannahs Mcr, Manchester

Kicking off the night with bold, unfiltered comedy from Sarah Levine before turning up the heat with the smooth and sensational Coco Butter Butlers.

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Laugh Like Hell - Comedy Club

Sunday 21st June

7:00pm - 10:30pm

Holy Diver, Stockport

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Laugh Like Hell - Comedy Club

Holy Diver, Stockport

Laugh Like Hell, Holy Divers new Comedy Club is launching with a stellar line up of top class comedians, get ready to laugh like hell all night long!

Theatre, Arts & Culture

Daisy Dukes Line Dancing Social

Sunday 5th July

3:00pm - 7:00pm

The London Irish Centre

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Daisy Dukes Line Dancing Social

The London Irish Centre

Daisy Dukes Line Dancing is a line dancing event for dancers of all levels, a space to come dance those ones you've learnt out with new friends

Kinky Boots

Tuesday 30th June + 22 other dates

Kinky Boots returns in a brand-new, multi-award-winning production starring Strictly's Johannes Radebe, a joyous West End and Broadway sensation.

Glengarry Glen Ross

Tuesday 7th July + 27 other dates

7:30pm - 12:00am

Old Vic Theatre, London

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Glengarry Glen Ross

Old Vic Theatre, London

David Mamet’s modern classic, Pulitzer Prize-winning Glengarry Glen Ross, directed by Tony Award-winning Patrick Marber, with an all-female cast.

A Christmas Carol

Friday 13th November + 45 other dates

7:30pm - 12:00am

Old Vic Theatre, London

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A Christmas Carol

Old Vic Theatre, London

Matthew Warchus’ big-hearted, smash hit A Christmas Carol returns with mince pies, music, merriment and immersive staging.

Experiences & Attractions

Sea Life Manchester Anytime Entry

Wednesday 16th September + 99 other dates

12:00am - 12:00am

Legoland Discovery Centre, Manchester

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Sea Life Manchester Anytime Entry

Legoland Discovery Centre, Manchester

Explore an underwater world with over 2,000 creatures, varied habitats, a touch pool and the Turtle Beach show.

For the Love of Vampire Diaries UK

Sat 20th - Sun 21st February 2027

9:00am - 6:00pm

Bowlers Exhibition Centre, Manchester

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For the Love of Vampire Diaries UK

Bowlers Exhibition Centre, Manchester

A brand new UK event by Monopoly Events for all things The Vampire Diaries universe

Still Grain - Photography Exhibition

Saturday 20th June

7:00pm - 10:00pm

Altogether Otherwise, Manchester

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Still Grain - Photography Exhibition

Altogether Otherwise, Manchester

Stillgrain Sessions Vol.01: A Manchester photography exhibition & creative community launch supporting the Stroke Association. June 20th, 7-10pm.

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Barefoot Beats: Special edition with DJ Dunya

Saturday 11th July

7:30pm - 10:30pm

LEVENSHULME OLD LIBRARY, Manchester

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Barefoot Beats: Special edition with DJ Dunya

LEVENSHULME OLD LIBRARY, Manchester

Community Connection through Conscious Clubbing. Join us for: mindful movement; free tea & peak snacks; excellent vibes! Scroll down for more info

Food & Drink

R&B Brunch Manchester

Saturday 27th June + 13 other dates

12:00pm - 5:00pm

BLVD Manchester

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R&B Brunch Manchester

BLVD Manchester

Welcome to the official R&B Brunch Don your furs, dust off your cane and let's get the crystal on ice at the UK's biggest R&B Brunch

Wins Cookout is MCRs homegrown day fest, DJs, games and pure vibes. Manchesters summer link-up.

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England vs Ghana Live at Big Tray Bbq

Tuesday 23rd June

8:00pm - 11:30pm

Big Tray Bbq, Salford

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England vs Ghana Live at Big Tray Bbq

Big Tray Bbq, Salford

Live screening of Englands 2nd group game

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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!

Sport

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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.

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Victory at the Baths: World Cup England vs Croatia Fanzone

Wednesday 17th June

6:00pm - 11:00pm

Victoria Baths, Manchester

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Victory at the Baths: World Cup England vs Croatia Fanzone

Victoria Baths, Manchester

England's World Cup journey continues at Victoria Baths. Watch England vs Croatia on the big screen with street food, bars, DJs and plenty of hope!

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Victory at the Baths: World Cup England vs Panama Fanzone

Saturday 27th June

5:00pm - 12:00am

Victoria Baths, Manchester

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Victory at the Baths: World Cup England vs Panama Fanzone

Victoria Baths, Manchester

England's World Cup journey continues at Victoria Baths. Watch England vs Panama on the big screen with street food, bars, DJs and plenty of hope!

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ENGLAND v GHANA at FSC

Tuesday 23rd June

4:00pm - 1:00am

Fairfield Social Club, Manchester

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ENGLAND v GHANA at FSC

Fairfield Social Club, Manchester

Watch England v Ghana live at FSC. Guaranteed seat, burger + pint included, pre-match BBQ, big screen and full fan zone atmosphere.

Family Days Out

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

PQA Salford Summer School

Mon 3rd - Fri 7th August

10:00am - 4:00pm

The Empty Space, Salford

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PQA Salford Summer School

The Empty Space, Salford

Performing Arts Summer School in Salford! Musical Theatre of Filmmaking, which side will you choose?

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? )

Family magic show at Caldo Lounge! Mind-blowing tricks, laughs and interactive fun for kids and grown-ups alike. Perfect family fun!

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Halloween Special: BENIDORM BINGO | FunnyBoyz Manchester

Saturday 10th October

6:30pm - 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? )

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.

We've also got comprehensive Manchester events, listings, line ups, venue details and ticket information, or you're into gaming check out Format Manchester. Everything required to make the most of your weekend.

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