Following a public call out for the best landmark 20th century building in each of Greater Manchester’s ten boroughs, the Manchester Modernists will lead a two-part bus tour of the chosen spots – with five buildings in five boroughs covered in this first part (see details for part two here). Discover more about the buildings’ architecture, history and cultural importance on a journey that’s no normal coach tour.
Manchester School of Art’s Holden Gallery at Manchester Metropolitan University, offers an ongoing programme of exhibitions that are open free to the public.
Birley is Manchester Met’s world-class centre for Education and Health Professionals and the university’s flagship community campus.
This traditional boozer, surrounded by imposing flats and university buildings, was taken over by Trof (of the Deaf Institute fame). The Sally, as the regulars call it, hosts an energetic, arty crowd – and its recently expanded outside area is another good reason to visit.
Events venue, shop, eat and relax at MMU Student’s Union, the heart of Manchester Metropolitan University.
SODA is Manchester Metropolitan University’s a purpose‑built, interdisciplinary school that facilitates the study of new media.
Pavement Gallery is a window space on a street corner providing a highly visible stage for the display of international contemporary art.
Manchester Metropolitan University Students’ Union building houses a bar and various other facilities for students and staff.
Formerly the Sir Kenneth Green Library, All Saints Library is part of Manchester Metropolitan University.
Hyatt Regency Manchester is an elegant, modern hotel set in the heart of Oxford Road Corridor, the city’s knowledge quarter.
The home of Arts & Humanities, the Manchester Writing School, Manchester School of Theatre and Manchester Poetry Library at Manchester Metropolitan University – off All Saints Park (Grosvenor Square)
Find Peter and his Christiania cargo bike around All Saints Park, a hop, skip and a bunnyhop from Manchester Poetry Library.
Explore incredible objects from the world-renowned theoretical physicist’s office in this special display.
free entry
Whether you’re a high-fashion fanatic or just couture curious, Unpicking Couture gets up close and personal with pivotal moments in fashion history.
free entry
‘Bees: A Story of Survival’ seamlessly marries art and science to tell the fascinating story of bees and their essential role in nature.
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Manchester Museum explores the concept of ‘wild’ nature as a means of tackling the climate and biodiversity crisis in a new exhibition.
free entry
Yorkshire Sculpture Park welcomes a retrospective from Bharti Kher, a leading contemporary artist known for her innovative approach to sculpture.
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Art Plays Games is a new show at FACT, celebrating games created by digital artists and independent video game developers.
free entry
Discover 40 of the highlights and hidden gems that are available to explore every day at the Science and Industry Museum.
free entry
Whether you’ve half an hour or a full day, you’ll always find something new to discover at Manchester’s Science and Industry Museum.
Vintage Alfred Hitchcock and a family friendly film festival are amongst our highlights this May.
Spring is here and the North is buzzing with must-visit new restaurants and bars.
We've got many a good time in store this month as we round up the best walking tours, cultural classes and makers markets in the land.
The outsiders, the oddities and the outrageous – we’re keeping it weird with a hot new batch of underground gigs about to hit Manchester, Leeds, and Liverpool.
Dynamic dance, party-performance, high-energy stand-up and a site-specific show set in a pub. All this and more in our newest theatre guide.
Crocodile-themed Easter egg hunts, sense-sational museum trips and more this Easter!
From precarious ceramics to photography festivals, spring is here and brings with it a breath of fresh air in visual art and exhibitions.
If it's inspiring, inclusive events and avant-garde, experimental afternoons you're after, look no further than live literature this spring – we've got you covered.
