
The Welcome is a huge nine-day celebration to mark the opening of Manchester’s phenomenal new arts space, Aviva Studios. Everybody’s invited.
The Welcome is a huge nine-day celebration to mark the opening of Manchester’s phenomenal new arts space, Aviva Studios. Everybody’s invited.
An outstanding orchestra live in a world-class concert hall – read about the BBC Philharmonic’s Autumn Season at The Bridgewater Hall.
from £14.50Showcasing boundary-pushing artistry from around the globe, the British Textile Biennial is back with a month of unmissable installations.
free entryThe Great Northern Contemporary Craft Fair is back, with gorgeous designs and wonderful workshops, set in the glamour of Manchester’s Victoria Baths.
from £7Part exhibition, part performance, ‘Live With It’ is an experimental showcase that blurs the boundaries between domestic spaces and artistic practice.
free entryFast-paced and funny, this award-winning play imagines the publication of Shakespeare’s First Folio – the awe-inspiring race to round up Shakespeare’s plays and save them for the ages.
from £3.00Shortlisted for this year’s Mercury Prize, shapeshifting duo Jockstrap call in at New Century in support of their incredibly ambitious debut album.
from £23.00Our guide to the best things to do in culture-packed West Yorkshire, including Hebden Bridge, Wakefield, Halifax and Huddersfield.
Take me thereAn independent wine bar and bottle shop, specialising in natural wine and fancy snacks.
First Leeds, now Manchester. Expect picture perfect ramen, gyoza and cocktails at the upcoming restaurant and cocktail bar.
A centuries-old inn, serving up hearty traditional food in North Yorkshire.
Seconds is the new carvery at Freight Island, based around hearty Sunday roast dinners.
Allpress at NOMA is a home to all things coffee, with a café and seasonal menu incorporating locally sourced ingredients.
Highly-regarded Turkish cuisine at a huge, stylish venue in Cheetham Hill.
The Municipal Hotel MGallery is a hotel in the heart of Liverpool city centre, at a Grade II listed heritage building formerly home to Liverpool Council.
Stitched Up is a haven of haberdashery with an underlying message of sustainability in Stretford Mall.
A true crime rock musical, contemporary dance and punchy new writing feature in this month’s eclectic pick of live theatre.
Get inspired to make the most of autumn with day trips, pumpkin carving and ghosts in this month's Tours and Activities guide.
The end of summer means the start of gig season. From indie legends to the UK’s most exciting young acts, here's who we'll be watching this autumn.
The best new venues and revamped food and drink menus in Manchester and the North as we head into autumn.
September's a month of witty and playful exhibitions, complete with larger-than-life installations and that rare thing in the art world – humour!
A true crime rock musical, contemporary dance and punchy new writing feature in this month’s eclectic pick of live theatre.
Halloween's on the horizon, but there are some big film festivals to dive into first.
School's back and we're heading towards autumn! Here are some of the best family friendly events and activities to keep the kids busy.
With literature festival season starting its engines, we select our top picks, alongside some standout launches and readings.