Not one but at least four fantastic exhibitions will take place at the Whitworth throughout 2024 with work from Shirley Craven, John Lyons, Ayo Akingbade and Barbara Walker.

Dante or Die’s latest offsite theatre show is a provocative work that imagines the first same-sex wedding in a UK prison.

Celebrate the beloved Castlefield Gallery’s 40th birthday with a thrilling programme of events taking place throughout the year.

The fourth Festival Of Libraries is a five-day multi-venue celebration of Greater Manchester’s libraries. Organised by UNESCO Manchester City of Literature, guest readers and speakers include the likes of Lemn Sissay and Poet Laureate Simon Armitage.

Enjoy a festival of epic proportions at TOTfest Cheshire, packed with fun and entertainment for the whole family.

An all-day outdoor concert at Wythenshawe Park features a special homecoming show from New Order, plus performances by Manchester legend Johnny Marr and adopted Manc Róisin Murphy.

Key figures of the late 80s alt/rock movement, Pixies blazed the trail for everyone from Pearl Jam to Nirvana to Radiohead. This summer, they’re playing a one-off show at Halifax’s glorious Piece Hall in support of Doggerel, their best new album in years.

Part festival, part conference, Beyond the Music is a leading space for creative thinkers, musicians and independent venues.

Manchester Literature Festival presents inspiring live literature and spoken word from international writers and home-grown talent.

A new production of the multi award-winning musical Dear Evan Hansen is set to tour the UK from autumn 2024, with venues including Leeds Grand Theatre, Liverpool Empire and Palace Theatre Manchester.

Among the most powerful voices in modern rock music, Idles are taking the power of love on the road, bringing their new album TANGK to Manchester in December.