Piano-percussion duo George Barton and Siwan Rhys attempt to bridge our many musical disconnects, performing anywhere across the spectrum of ‘classical festivals to club nights’. Emerging with a repertoire that has included Stockhausen and the long-form music of Morton Feldman, at hcmf// 2019 they will premiere Intralatent, a gripping new work by sound artist Nicholos Moroz that surveys – and distorts – the relationship between human and machine agency.
Laid-back elegant dining space opposite the Museum of Liverpool.
MAYA is a stylish new restaurant and bar on the corner of Canal Street and Chorlton in central Manchester.
Medlock Canteen combines Parisian bistro style dining with a 50s diner look and feel.
New Wave Ramen is a stylish, friendly Japanese ramen bar and restaurant on Tib Lane in the heart of Manchester.
Lamb Of Tartary serves up high-end British cuisine, courtesy of Shaun Moffat, of Edinburgh Castle fame.
The Mezz is the new VIP area at the AO Arena, offering high-end food and drinks with great views of the stage.
The King Street area isn’t short of popular Italian restaurants, but none strike quite the same note as Capri’s, where you’ll be greeted like family and served some of the most authentic Neapolitan food in Manchester.
Our flagship Feel Good Club in Manchester, open 7 days a week, providing a beautiful friendly environment for coffee, brunch, lunch, cocktails and beers with an amazing selection of non alcoholic beverages too.
Welcoming waterside bar in New Islington Marina, serving a wide array of carefully-curated cocktails.
This historic inn serves as an ideal starting point for exploring the Cumbrian countryside.
Highly-regarded wine-led, French-leaning wine bar and rooftop restaurant in the city centre.
Taking up two floors of a Grade 2 listed former cotton mill, Vernon Mill Artist Studios is a hub of creativity in Stockport.
Featuring over 70 events and spanning 5 months, the award-winning Muslim Arts and Culture Festival returns for 2024.
free entry
From Easter egg rolling to the 50th anniversary Caribbean Carnival, find out what’s happening in Preston this year.
free entry
The 30th ¡Viva! Spanish & Latin American Festival includes features and short films, UK premieres, and filmmaker Q&As from across the world.
from £5.95
manchester jazz festival kicks off with a FREE opening weekender, celebrating the breadth and individuality of Manchester’s home-grown scene.
free entry
Make history with the whole family in this 4-day weekend festival.
free entry
In this 200th Birthday party to remember, over 150 free events will be taking place in and around the University of Manchester.
free entry
Hulme’s Green Island Festival brings a three-part series of events to Hulme Garden Centre and – new for this year – the iconic NIAMOS.
from £20.00
GASP! Horror Film Festival returns to Manchester’s CULTPLEX bigger and better, with a full weekend of scary movies from underrepresented voices.
from £5.00
Eclectic as ever. You'll find Bollywood musicals, scratch nights and anarchic Shakespeare in our pick of the performative crop.
From spotlights on indie presses to big hitters brought to you by the bookshops, festivals and libraries, you'll find plenty to whet your wordy whistle this month.
From creative adventures, museum experiences and spectacular theatre, check out what's on for the family in Manchester and the north.
Traditional painting takes a step back this month to make way for some excellent photography, sculpture and multimedia exhibitions around 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.
Ealing Studios and the best of Ryan Gosling are amongst our film highlights this month.
Take a look at our top recommendations for restaurants and bars to check out this spring.
Gazing longingly towards the good times that will accompany the surely imminent sun, we take a look at the best music festivals coming up in Manchester and Salford.
Try something new, explore somewhere different, learn a new skill with our tours and activities guide.