Manchester Events in January 2026
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Need ideas for whats on in Manchester in January? Skiddle lists live bands at YES, huge raves at Depot Mayfield’s Warehouse Project and West-End-style shows lighting up the Palace Theatre. Comedy gigs, family activities and indoor festivals fill the gaps, so Manchester events in January really cover every mood. Browse events here and lock in your first nights out of the year.
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Latest news from around Manchester
Whether it's the latest tour hitting the city or a brand new club opening, our comprehensive news section has a plethora of up to date information on everything going down in your local haunt.
Doom composer Mick Gordon to headline Manchester’s 2027 RADAR Festival
The video game legend will headline Manchester’s RADAR Festival next year.
The ultimate throwback party to take place in Manchester this September
The Libertines' Gary Powell and 6 Music's Chris Hawkins are teaming up for a brand new night of the best of indie sleaze & 00s nu-rave.
One of the north's biggest cookouts returns this weekend
After a sold-out scorcher last year, Win's Cookout returns to Manchester.
The Warehouse Project 2026: everything you need to know
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La Discothèque celebrates tenth birthday with huge homecoming show
The Manchester-born disco collective will return to Depot Mayfield where it started a decade earlier for its biggest home show, with Basement Jaxx and Groove Armada set to star.
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