Sadler’s Yard
Creative Tourist
Sadler’s Yard is a new public square from NOMA Mcr. Named after balloonist James Sadler through public vote. Home of the Pilcrow Pub and PLANT NOMA.
What's on near Sadler’s Yard
Tourist at New Century
London-based songwriter Tourist brings his yearning, bittersweet electronica to New Century in support of his new album, Memory Morning.
from £20.59
Manchester Camerata: Storytime with Sir Michael Morpurgo and Josie D’Arby
Let your imagination run wild in a magical world of music and stories.
from £14.00
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Open Deck at Band on the Wall
Bring your records for a spin at our Open Deck session this Saturday! If you’ve bought some new vinyl from a local record shop this week, just show your receipt at the bar to get yourself a free 9” pizza!
Bar Italia at Band on the Wall
One of London’s most hyped bands of the moment, Bar Italia are playing Band on the Wall in support of their acclaimed 2023 album, The Twits.
from £15
Folk and World Choir at Band on the Wall
Band on the Wall bring people together to make, as well as watch, music. Join them to learn folk tunes from all over the world.
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Beyond the Music 2024
Hear directly from the people powering the music industry in both Manchester and the UK, as well as witnessing some of the North’s upcoming talent at Beyond the Music.
from £16.75
Blonde Redhead at Band on the Wall
Mercurial NYC avant-rock vets Blonde Redhead play Manchester following the release of Sit Down for Dinner, their warmest, most welcoming record yet.
Un-Convention Manchester 2024
Un-Convention is the ultimate independent music industry conference and showcase taking place at Band on the Wall in Manchester this November.
Where to go near Sadler’s Yard
City Centre
Allpress
at NOMA
at NOMA
Allpress at NOMA is a home to all things coffee, with a café and seasonal menu incorporating locally sourced ingredients.
City Centre
Dantzic in Manchester
Dantzic is a great creative workspace in one of NOMA’s historic warehouse buildings.
Manchester
Federation House
Federation House in Manchester is a pop-up project space that provides opportunities for artists, artist groups and artist development agencies.
Manchester
Skof by Tom Barnes
One of the year’s biggest restaurant launches, Skof comes to Manchester’s Noma district, headed up by star of Simon Rogan’s restaurants, chef Tom Barnes.
Manchester
CIS Tower
A modernist, high-rise delight.
Manchester
Old Bank Residency
The Old Bank Residency is a twelve-month occupation of a disused bank, allowing a space for creative practices to experiment, collaborate and grow. This project is funded and supported by NOMA to make Manchester an even more interesting place to be.
Manchester
Hotel Indigo Manchester Victoria Station
Hotel Indigo Manchester is an elegant and welcoming hotel in the heart of this vibrant city, with the equally excellent Mamucium as the in-house restaurant.
Manchester
Manchester Arena
Manchester Arena is one of the busiest venues in the world and the largest indoor arena in Europe.
Manchester
New Century
Following a £10m transformation project, Manchester’s iconic New Century Hall has returned as a live music, performance and events space.
Cathedral Quarter
Mamucium
High-class restaurant next to Victoria Station in Manchester, and attached to Hotel Indigo. Famed for steaks.
Manchester
Chetham’s Library
Chetham’s Library is one of the must-sees of any visit to Manchester. The library was founded in 1653, and is the oldest public library in the world – but the building dates back even further, to 1421.
Cathedral Quarter
Salvi’s Mozzarella Bar
Head to this tiny Italian eatery for an authentic slice of Naples. It majors in mozzarella and the stuff here is a revelation: light, flavoursome, with oily, oozing pesto.
Manchester District Guides
Culture Guides
Music in Manchester and the North
Gazing longingly towards the good times that will accompany the surely imminent sun, we take a look at the best music festivals coming up in Manchester and Salford.
Classical Music in Manchester and the North
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.
Food and Drink in Manchester and the North
Take a look at our top recommendations for restaurants and bars to check out this spring.
Literature Events in Manchester and the North
From spotlights on indie presses to big hitters brought to you by the bookshops, festivals and libraries, you'll find plenty to whet your wordy whistle this month.
Family things to do in Manchester and the North
From creative adventures, museum experiences and spectacular theatre, check out what's on for the family in Manchester and the north.
Theatre in Manchester and the North
Eclectic as ever. You'll find Bollywood musicals, scratch nights and anarchic Shakespeare in our pick of the performative crop.
Exhibitions in Manchester and the North
Traditional painting takes a step back this month to make way for some excellent photography, sculpture and multimedia exhibitions around the North.
Cinema in Manchester and the North
Ealing Studios and the best of Ryan Gosling are amongst our film highlights this month.
Tours and Activities in Manchester and the North
Try something new, explore somewhere different, learn a new skill with our tours and activities guide.