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Unmissable things to do in Manchester and the North
Discover acclaimed music and stand-out exhibitions, groundbreaking theatre, family, cinema and literary events in Manchester and throughout the North.
Manchester International Festival
Manchester is all set to become the world’s stage this summer, and the programme for MIF23 has got us more than a little excited.
MIF23: Kagami by Ryuichi Sakamoto and Tin Drum
As part of MIF23, watch a ground-breaking mixed reality concert created by legendary composer and musician Ryuichi Sakamoto and Tin Drum.
Manchester Jazz Festival 2023
Manchester Jazz Festival is back this May with 10 days of live music from some of the best northern, national and international musicians operating in the world of contemporary jazz.
Familiar Phantoms at The Whitworth
Head to The Whitworth for the premiere of a major new film by artists and long-time collaborators Larissa Sansour and Søren Lind.
The Flaming Lips at The Apollo
The Flaming Lips perform their 2002 landmark album, Yoshimi Battles The Pink Robots, in its entirety and for the very first time in England.
Mansfield Park at RNCM
Join the RNCM for the first operatic adaptation of one of Jane Austen’s novels in Jonathan Dove’s Mansfield Park.
Everyman & Playhouse Spring/ Summer Season
A busy and brilliant season – expect contemporary takes on the classics, world premiere adaptations of bestsellers and fantastical family shows. There’s plenty to enjoy in Liverpool’s theatres this spring.
MIF23: Find Your Eyes at Manchester Academy
Fusing photography with choreography and theatre, don’t miss this live photography show, created by the award-winning British photographer Benji Reid. Happening as part of MIF23.
We Invented The Weekend
Expect everything from disco boats to DJs, street sports, vintage markets, live music and performance, right across MediaCity and Salford Quays this summer. A free festival for everyone.
Drive Your Plow Over The Bones Of The Dead at The Lowry
Any new show by Complicité is a pretty big deal so we’re thrilled that 2023 will see the company bring a new work to The Lowry’s stage.
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Exhibitions
Spring weather might be dragging its feet a little, but the world of exhibitions isn’t slowing down with new shows popping up everywhere to greet the new season.
Literature
Spring is making an entrance in live literature land with some extra special festival events, writing walks, online launches and in real life readings from local writers as well as international talent.
Classical Music
We preview the standout classical music events and venues in Manchester and the north.
Food and Drink
Get ready for spring and summer with the best restaurants and bars in Manchester and the North.
Tours and Activities
From indie markets to bit-sized meditation, spoon carving workshops to gallery tours, here are the headlines in the world of tours and activities.
Destination Guides
We round up our highlights from Manchester International Festival 2023
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