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February

Creative Tourist

Delve into our pick of the best things to do in February in Manchester and across the North, including exhibitions, live music, literary events, family things to do, theatre, tours and great food/drink (it’s okay, you can kiss goodbye to those ghastly dietary resolutions, now).

February’s the time to to stop hibernating, and to rediscover all the great cultural happenings that the North has to offer. Our picks below will help you on your way.

February’s also the month of Valentines Day and February Half Term, and you can ready yourself for both of those in our dedicated guides.

Seasonal Guides

Christmas at The Lowry
Christmas Theatre and Concerts

As the big day approaches, you can count on theatres and concert halls across the North to pull out all the festive stops.
sunny bank mills
Christmas Shopping

Back away from the high street and support some of Manchester’s best independent makers, sellers and curators this Christmas.
The Ivy Spinningfields
Christmas Food and Drink

Don’t worry about the calories, the holidays are coming so that means it’s time to eat, drink, be merry for Christmas 2023.

Photo of the festive display outside the Corn Exchange
Christmas Markets

Makers, bakers and curators will be out in force this festive season as the North’s best Christmas Markets whirr into action.
Christmas in Manchester and the North
Christmas in Manchester and the North

If you’re looking for alternative or interesting things to do over Christmas in Manchester and the North, look no further.
Family things to do at Christmas

Our guide to the best things to do with kids this Christmas to keep little and big giddy-kippers out of trouble (and the selection box).

Bonfire Night in Manchester and the North
Bonfire Night in Manchester and the North

The only guide you need for Bonfire Night in Manchester and the North – giant bonfires, epic fireworks and the best places to warm up.

Destinations

Spotlight on

Things to Do in Cumbria

Our guide to the best things to do in the Cumbria and the Lake District, including Penrith, Kendal, Carlisle, Keswick and Cockermouth.

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Culture Guides

Music in Manchester and the North

Spotlighting global artists who all, in one way or another, break the mould, we preview the best gigs happening this side of Christmas and beyond.