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Free Activity at Aviva Studios
From comedy nights to live music, Factory International bring an accessible and inclusive programme of event this winter – the best thing, it’s all free.
free entry
What not to miss
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Acosta Danza – Nutcracker in Havana at The Lowry
Blow away those January blues with Carlos Acosta’s explosive Cuban take on the festive ballet classic.
from £32.00
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Hamlet Hail to the Thief at Aviva Studios
A thrilling adaptation blending Shakespeare’s great tragedy with Radiohead’s seminal album in an intoxicating blend of theatre, music, and movement.
from £10.00
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Cosmotechnics at FACT
‘Cosmotechnics’ at FACT brings together Latin American artists to reconsider our relationships with both technology and the natural world.
free entry
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Louise Giovanelli: A Song of Ascents at The Hepworth Wakefield
Manchester-based artist Louise Giovanelli presents a new body of work that investigates contemporary worship through luminous paintings.
from £0.00
Femi Kuti and The Positive Force at Band on the Wall
This January, legendary Afrobeat artist Femi Kuti plays an intimate Manchester date with his band, The Positive Force.
from £27
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Flavours of Manchester – A Taste of Two Cities
Munch your way through two cities for the price of one with the Taste of Two Cities tour from Flavours of Manchester.
from £49.00
Spotlight on
Things to do in Blackpool
Fancy a festive day trip? Explore our guide to Blackpool and build yourself an itinerary featuring attractions, galleries, restaurants and more.
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Seasonal Guides
Where to go
Liverpool
The Merchant
The Merchant is a chilled pub, with a great selection of beers and gins and lots of outdoor seating. It’s also the home of Nightcrawler Pizza.
City Centre
Artefact
Artefact combines vintage finds with a laid-back coffee shop experience, plus a busy schedule of events from open mic nights to exhibitions
Liverpool
Rudy’s Pizza (Bold Street)
Rudy’s Pizza on Bold Street is the perfect casual dining experience, serving delicious Neapolitan pizza with monthly seasonal specials.
City Centre
Lovelocks
Lovelocks is a chilled café on the outskirts of Liverpool city centre, serving delicious sweet and savoury foods and championing inclusivity.
City Centre
Nightcrawler Pizza
at The Merchant
at The Merchant
Nightcrawler Pizza is the ultimate casual dining – tasty New York-style pizza slices served out of a small kitchen inside The Merchant bar.
City Centre
Hardware Coffee + Kitchen
Hardware Coffee + Kitchen has taken Liverpool by storm since its opening in December 2022, with news of its fresh pastries and delicious lunches spreading far and wide. It’s located…
Liverpool
Parliament Square Coffee
A highlight of Baltic Triangle’s speciality coffee scene, don’t miss Parliament Square Coffee’s fresh brunch options and excellent brews.
City Centre
COFFI
A speciality coffee shop in Liverpool’s historic Georgian Quarter, COFFI serves some of the best coffee in the city.
Culture Guides
Theatre in the North
From contemporary dance to ballet classics, and cult rock ‘n’ roll musicals to new writing, our theatre guide spans the festive season and beyond.
Music in the North
From Afrobeat to psychedelia, alternative rock to glistening pop, we take a look at some of the best gigs happening in early 2025.
Family things to do in the North
As we move into festive season, Manchester and the North is packed with fun events and activities for families, both indoors and outdoors.
Tours and Activities in the North
Munch away the Autumnal blues with this foodie orientated guide of Tours and Activities in Manchester and the North.
Literature Events in the North
It might be chilly out there, but we're shining our lantern light on some events that will warm the cockles.
Theatre in the North
From contemporary dance to ballet classics, and cult rock ‘n’ roll musicals to new writing, our theatre guide spans the festive season and beyond.
Exhibitions in the North
Before the festive season completely takes over, we've rounded up some of the best exhibitions to see right now.
Cinema in the North
Get ready for animated classics, Muppet mayhem and a whole host of New York movies -- it's Christmas time in the cinema.
Classical Music in the North
Read our latest highlights from the live classical music offer in Manchester and the North, taking in a number of the region's most cherished orchestral forces and venues.