Journeys Live at Manchester Cathedral

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Journeys Live: Journeys Festival International Manchester

Manchester Cathedral, Cathedral Quarter
13 October 2018

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Travel the world in a day without moving from Manchester, Journeys Live is a day of free entertainment featuring a line-up of emerging and established artists spanning the Middle East to Africa. Cathedral Gardens will host a main stage of global vibes and music talent, creative workshops and street food for everyone to enjoy.  Plus, find out more about how Manchester supports refugees and asylum seekers and how you can get involved.

What's on at Manchester Cathedral

Where to go near Journeys Live at Manchester Cathedral

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Event venue
Festa Italiana

The 2022 Festa Italiana was a roaring success, with great food options and captivating live music performances throughout the weekend.

Cathedral Gardens
Cathedral Quarter
Park
Cathedral Gardens

Cathedral Gardens is a partially lawned public space in Manchester city centre, located between Manchester Cathedral and the National Football Museum.

Manchester
Restaurant
The Cosy Club

Elegant and welcoming restaurant and bar in the Corn Exchange, with an attractive domed ceiling and plenty of original features like the staircase and tiles.

Manchester
Music venue
The Stoller Hall

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Cathedral Quarter
Café or Coffee Shop
Proper Tea

Proper Tea sits opposite Manchester Cathedral, serving up artisanal teas (with instructions on how long to leave them brewing), sandwiches, soups and excellent cake.

Manchester
Restaurant
Kitchen In An Arch

An offshoot from the much-loved Umezushi, this specialist deli is a one-stop-shop for all your sushi making needs, and also hosts occasional workshops to improve your culinary skills.

The National Football Museum Manchester
Manchester
Museum
National Football Museum

The National Football Museum is now open to the public, ready to show off its impressive array of football-related exhibits and activities.

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Free entry
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Free entry

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