June

Creative Tourist Last Updated 9 May 2023

Summer’s here and culturally curious people of all ages have a huge choice of things to do in Manchester and the North. Take a look at some of our highlights below, as well as our guides to Summer Festivals, Wild Swimming, Outdoor Art, Adventure Activities and Places to Eat Outside in Manchester.

Some of our standout events this June include The National Festival of Making, Roger Waters at AO Arena, and, of course, Manchester International Festival, which kicks off towards the end of the month.

Seasonal Guides

We’ve rounded up some of the city’s best options for seeing out 2025 in style – from wallet-friendly parties to some truly lavish experiences.

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

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

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

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

As Halloween approaches read our guide to the creepy capers happening for little and big ghosts with the most.

Discover the North West’s best Black History Month events, including exhibitions, theatre and dance.

Spotlight on

Presenting the best walking tours in Manchester for history buffs, culture enthusiasts, and those looking to scratch beneath the surface of the city.

From New York’s experimental underground to the most exciting sounds coming from local scenes, we're lining up a noisy autumn of gigs.

Picks this month include bold visual art, wondrous opera and cinematic dance - plus a touch of ghostly storytelling for the Halloween season.

One to add to your TBR pile, our latest round-up is a bumper edition and features some amazing events in Manchester, Liverpool, Leeds and beyond...

It's busy month across the cinemas of the north as Halloween programming leads into two of the region's biggest film festivals.

Step away from the usual. Tours and activities that spark curiosity, inspire creativity and offer something refreshingly different.

In galleries around the North this autumn, you'll find tactile sculptures, Treasures with a capital 'T' and plant magic.

Get ready for a suitably spooky October, with Pumpkin delight, theatre, workshops and all sorts of hair-raising fun!