What's on near MMU Student Union
Explore the incredible history behind one of Britain’s grandest and most storied commercial buildings: Manchester’s Grade II listed Kimpton Clocktower Hotel.
From £25.00
Written for the people of Manchester about Manchester: a fresh take on an old favourite as The Big Tiny return with another festive panto.
From £13.50
Epic architecture, hidden green spaces and ideas that changed the world. Explore the rich history of achievement at The University of Manchester.
From £20.00
Featuring a programme of chilling cinema, thrilling theatre and frightful family fun, HOME is embracing the darkness like never before.
From £0.00
Rae Mainwaring’s award-winning Bright Places brings humour, 90s pop and glitter to an honest, unpredictable exploration of life with MS.
From £11.20
A major new exhibition by Manchester-based artist Conor Collins is on display at HOME, responding to the newly created Queer Up North archive.
A new, free exhibition takes over HOME’s main gallery as internationally acclaimed artist Florence Peake reveals her first solo show in the North West.
Dr Shanali Perera’s paintings explore the space between what can be seen and what is experienced when it comes to illness.
Free entryWhere to go near MMU Student Union
Events venue, shop, eat and relax at MMU Student’s Union, the heart of Manchester Metropolitan University.
Hyatt Regency Manchester is an elegant, modern hotel set in the heart of Oxford Road Corridor, the city’s knowledge quarter.
This traditional boozer, surrounded by imposing flats and university buildings, was taken over by Trof (of the Deaf Institute fame). The Sally, as the regulars call it, hosts an energetic, arty crowd – and its recently expanded outside area is another good reason to visit.
SODA is Manchester Metropolitan University’s a purpose‑built, interdisciplinary school that facilitates the study of new media.
Manchester School of Art’s Holden Gallery showcases contemporary art in its beautiful, Gothic surroundings.
The Manchester School of Art, of which the Holden Gallery is a part, is a beautiful neo-Gothic building that’s part of MMU’s All Saints campus.
Birley is Manchester Met’s world-class centre for Education and Health Professionals and the university’s flagship community campus.
Pavement Gallery is a window space on a street corner providing a highly visible stage for the display of international contemporary art.
The Royal Northern College of Music is both a music venue and an academic institution for the country’s finest music students.
Situated on Oxford Road, BrewDog Manchester Outpost is a great spot to enjoy tasty BrewDog beers and a wide-spread guest selection.
San Carlo Fumo is a sun trap on St Peter’s Square, serving up traditional Italian food at its best
Utility Gift Shop on Oxford Road is all about products that are new, unique, quirky and cool. High street shopping at its best.
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