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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We Invented The Weekend to bring hundreds of activities to Salford
The free festival returns this summer.
Manchester Storm to play home games at AO Arena
Manchester Storm return to the venue where they made history.
Warehouse Project unveil shows from Ki/Ki and Interplanetary Criminal
Two big names are bound for Depot Mayfield, with Ki/Ki heading to Manchester in September and Interplanetary following in October.
Free Salford festival We Invented the Weekend returns for third iteration
Taking place in Media City and Salford Quays on Saturday 6th and Sunday 7th June, the festival features over 200 free activities.
Lo-Tide Collective to launch open mic night at Trading Route
An open mic night will be lighting up Trading Route every Tuesday.
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