Marking the end of the world in a momentous mix of music, cinematic imagery, songs and stories, ARK is the latest multi-media work by the legendary Laurie Anderson.
from £10.00
Liz West: ‘Our Colour Reflection’ is the endorphin-boosting exhibition we need this winter, with a colourful installation at the YSP Chapel.
from £0.00
In support of his excellent third album Dennis, Sega Bodega brings his dislocated pop and surreal electronica to Band on the Wall.
from £21.10
Cassa Pancho’s Ballet Black present a new dance double bill by the award-winning choreographer Mthuthuzeli November and Franco-British artist Sophie Laplane.
from £17.50
Manchester Animation Festival returns with a sprawling programme designed to appeal to animation professionals, enthusiasts and fans alike.
from £8
Start the winter season with The Hepworth Wakefield Festive Market, featuring over 80 independent makers, tasty food, live music and family fun
from £2.00
Whether you’ve half an hour or a full day, you’ll always find something new to discover at Manchester’s Science and Industry Museum.
From enchanting lantern parades to epic LED installations, light festivals are a brilliant way celebrate the magic of the winter months.
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Offering something of a mini theme park to visitors, Blackpool South Pier has a ton of white-knuckle rides to get stuck into.
Interplay works across all definitions of exclusion to create a special theatre that places the audience at the centre of the experience.
Deep dive into the wonders of the ocean – without getting wet. Meet stunning sea creatures including tropical sharks, colourful reef fish, majestic rays, and Phoenix, the green sea turtle.
Serving exceptional meats, cheeses and wines from all over the world, Bailey’s Cheese & Charcuterie offers a laid-back, sophisticated experience you’ll be hard-pressed to find anywhere else in Blackpool.
Set in Coral Island, The Buccaneer isn’t just family-friendly, it’s above above-and-beyond family-friendly, thanks to the very generous kids eat free offer.
When you think of Blackpool, Coral Island is the type of place that takes front and centre: big, bold and flat-out fun.
Hobo Kiosk is an independent pub in the heart of the Baltic Triangle, celebrating all things bohemian with its décor, drinks and events.
Previously ranked TripAdvisor’s number 1 family hotel in the UK, Blackpool’s bright and airy Doric Hotel offers breathtaking views of the Irish Sea.
Alongside experimental performance, new writing and free arts festivals, we take a look at some of the Christmas shows happening in the North.
Autumn's packed with arts and cultural fun for families. Read our latest picks, from theatrical classics to interactive activities.
Bookish goings-on are perfect for picking up presents for others and treats to get yourself through the cold, dark days ahead.
Film festivals, animation and the art of action are amongst our highlights of a busy month at the cinema.
Spanning leftfield pop, forward-thinking classical and heady electronica, check out our latest music picks for autumn.
Alongside experimental performance, new writing and free arts festivals, we take a look at some of the Christmas shows happening in the North.
Don't let the cold weather get you down with this soul warming autumn selection of tours and activities.
We travel all around the North in this month’s top picks to bring you mood-boosting colour, a gallery playground and the experiences of artist mothers.
Take some autumnal eating-out tips from this month's guide to food and drink in Manchester and the North.
