The full line-up of Small Steps Festival is yet to be announced, but it’s still big on our radar; this student-led night in Manchester’s Northern Quarter sees music, workshops, art and much more spread across Kosmonaut, TwentyTwentyTwo and Stage and Radio. Better still, all proceeds from the festival will go to the Sea Life Trust and Rape Crisis charities. Keep an eye on the Small Steps Festival Facebook page for news…
Formerly known as Kosmonaut, this bar reopened on in 2018 as Leeds brewer Northern Monk’s first North-West venue. Expect real ale with a variety of cask and keg lines.
An Icelandic coffee bar on the edge of the Northern Quarter
El Capo is another addition to the Northern Quarter’s sprawl towards Manchester’s Piccadilly Basin. Between Kosmonaut and The Whisky Jar on Tariff Street.
Warehouse-chic bar and events venue in Manchester’s Piccadilly, on the edge of the Northern Quarter.
This Northern Quarter modern microbrewery offers a vast selection of beers, pizza and live-music.
Built in the late 60’s, Hilton House is a thriving contemporary office space and a beacon for local creatives.
Tariff & Dale is a bar and kitchen in Manchester’s Northern Quarter, taking its name from its location on the corners of both Tariff Street and Dale Street.
Beatnikz Republic Brewing Company is a microbrewery based in Manchester which has focused on innovative and high-quality beer since 2017.
A destination retail space and creative hub in Manchester.
The Pen and Pencil is a New York-inspired breakfast and brunch spot in Manchester’s Northern Quarter that transforms into a bar in the evening.
One of Manchester’s best choice locations for the beer aficionado. With an ever-changing choice of ales and staff who really know their stuff.
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.
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.
from £0.00
From Mario to Sonic and Pong to Fortnite, play your way through five decades of the best video games. Fun and educational. Win-win.
from £8.00
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
It's like the Woolies pick'n'mix counter this month in live literature land – so much choice, we're not sure where to start digging in.
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We’re championing all things underground this month, with a selection of gigs and festivals that embrace the strange.
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.