Northern Ballet’s retelling of the classic children’s story Pinocchio is the perfect opportunity to introduce little ones to live ballet, music and theatre at Hull New Theatre.
A hard-working and lonely carpenter wishes for their puppet Pinocchio to come to life. By the magic of a wishing well, the wish is granted. Pinocchio is playful and mischievous and must prove himself worthy of becoming a real boy.
Museum of Illusions Manchester is part of the global Museum of Illusions Group, the largest and fastest-growing chain of private museums in the world.
Grand food hall with a superb outdoor space and a smart selection of in-house indie food traders
When it comes to out-there ideas and beautiful Thai-inspired flavours, nowhere else comes close.
At Tropical World, families can enjoy a fun-filled and educational day out. Start your epic journey in the Butterfly House, where exotic butterflies fly freely through our swampy mangrove, fluttering
Based at Nordie in Levenshulme, Soap Street Pizza put out the perfect pie: crispy base and inspired toppings.
Pip is the in-house restaurant at the long-awaited Treehouse Hotel, headed up by Bury-born chef, Mary-Ellen McTague.
Wellington Place is a brand new business park in Leeds, with multi-use spaces and a varied programme of events from street food to art shows.
SODA is Manchester Metropolitan University’s a purpose‑built, interdisciplinary school that facilitates the study of new media.
Gilpin offers a world-class spa experience that blends relaxation with nature.
The restaurant at the heart of the Carden Park country estate, The Vines is a retreat into culinary excellence.
The Spa at Carden is a high-end well-being experience, part of the luxury Carden Park complex.
Huge luxury estate, featuring high-end restaurant, beautiful rooms, a fully-packed spa and much more.
Enter into the world of Salsa dancing with expert guidance and a friendly community at Instituto Cervantes Manchester.
from £63.00
Get priority booking on the best seats, special discounts, invitations to exclusive events and much more. Are you in?
from £45.00
Through a treasure trove of concerts, the RNCM’s initiative Dance:Music explores the symbiotic relationship between music and dance.
from £0.00
From compelling solo shows to awe-inspiring ensemble pieces, Lowry bring another unmissable season of contemporary dance.
from £14.00
Playable art installations, Shakespearean adaptations, contemporary cabaret, hip hop and live photography, Factory International bring another electrifying Spring Season.
From comedy nights to drop-in family craft sessions, Factory International bring an accessible and inclusive programme of events this spring – the best thing, it’s all free.
free entry
With performances from Company Chameleon, Global Grooves, Tea Club and Sole Rebel, Northwich’s free international dance and street arts festival is back for 2025.
free entry
Originating in the Dominican Republic, Bachata is a wildly popular social dance which has taken the world by storm. Learn the basics at this free session.
free entry
Spring is here and the North is buzzing with must-visit new restaurants and bars.
Open air clubs, new festivals and long-awaited gigs. The North West's live music scene is heating up this spring.
Vintage Alfred Hitchcock and a family friendly film festival are amongst our highlights this May.
Crocodile-themed Easter egg hunts, sense-sational museum trips and more this Easter!
Willow weaving, textile collages, digital arts and ecology - all this and more in our exhibition top picks this month
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.
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.
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.