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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 Jazz Festival 2022
Manchester Jazz Festival returns with 10 days of the best northern, national and international contemporary jazz this May.
The Land’s Heart is Greater Than Its Map
The Land’s Heart is Greater Than Its Map is a guided tour theatre performance that lets you explore two cities and two circumstances simultaneously.
We Invented The Weekend
Expect everything from community feasts, vintage markets, water sports, live music and performance, right across MediaCity and Salford Quays this September. A new free festival for everyone.
Manchester Histories Festival 2022
Manchester Histories Festival’s 8th edition explores The History of Climate Change through art, exhibitions, talks and family-friendly activities.
Rambert – Dance at The Lowry
Always forward-thinking, entertaining and provocative, the ever-brilliant Rambert invite audiences to change their perception of the world. And we’ve got a special ticket offer for Creative Tourist readers too.
SICK! Festival 2022
Art and creativity meet health once again in this year’s edition of SICK! Festival, with an outstanding international arts programme right on our doorstep.
Manchester Day 2022
Dust down your tail-feathers and get out on the streets for carnival, community and an exuberant celebration of Manchester.
Gathering Downstream at Quarry Bank
The former cotton mill of Quarry Bank is currently home to ‘Gathering Downstream’, an exhibition exploring the site’s legacy of the industrial revolution alongside environmental change and disruption.
Bridgewater Lates at RHS Garden Bridgewater
This June, head to RHS Garden Bridgewater for a weekly series of entertaining and thought-provoking after-hours talks, discussions and workshops.
Corrina, Corrina at Liverpool Everyman
Explore a twisted world of power dynamics, superstitions and revenge, in this world premiere that sees the Everyman stage transformed into the bow of a ship.
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Literature
Summer unfolds in live literature land with showcases a-go-go, and both established names and emerging talent alike – and there’s plenty of wordy wonderment to immerse yourself in, both in real life as well as online.
Classical Music in Manchester and the North
We preview the standout classical music events and venues in Manchester and the north.
Food and Drink
Enjoy spring and summer at some of the best restaurants and bars in Manchester and the North.
Exhibitions
Whatever the weather, we’ve got tonnes of new art for you to enjoy. This month we bring you lots of choice: from large, all-encompassing displays to smaller and equally as interesting shows to suit all tastes.
Tours and Activities
Discover a new hobby, experience the most deliciously diverse area of Manchester’s city centre and explore the city’s infamous music scene in this month’s Tours and Activities guide.
Destination Guides
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