What's on near Smolensky Gallery
Artists and footballers come together in ‘Football City Art United’, a MIF25 exhibition that showcases the best of both worlds.
From £0.00
Get priority booking on the best seats, special discounts, invitations to exclusive events and much more. Are you in?
From £45.00
Marina Abramović brings her most ambitious work yet – a raw, ritualistic epic exploring desire, mortality and sacred eroticism.
From £10.00
Artist Social for all creatives at any stage for their career to network, mingle and connect with Factory International.
A sense-sational exhibition returns to Manchester in 2025.
From £10.00
From Mario to Sonic and Pong to Fortnite, play your way through five decades of the best video games. Fun and educational. Win-win.
From £8.00
Explore brilliant brains and snotty science this summer.
Free entryWhere to go near Smolensky Gallery
Experience luxury moviegoing at this three-screen boutique cinema and bar located close to Spinningfields.
Old Granada Studios has announced Low Four: a new studio and music project that will stream and archive live music performance as part of a new generation of music TV programming. The inclusion of a viewing balcony also means that these recordings, along with special events and concerts, will be made open to a few […]
Friendly Coffee Shop that also hosts events in Spinningfields.
High-end restaurant and cocktail bar, with stunning views of the Manchester skyline.
New Zealand-inspired food and drinks, plus a dedicated coffee roastery at this high-profile new restaurant, opening in August.
A Rat Pack-style restaurant with of live music and upscale Italian-American dining, and strictly no phones.
Wagamama’s home in Spinningfields serves up high-quality Japanese cuisine in modern surroundings.
This family favourite has moved from John Dalton Street to its new home in Spinningfields, with a brand new look featuring modern decor teamed with vintage items sourced by Bill himself.
A converted Victorian school house nestled on the edge of Spinningfields, the Great John Street Hotel has a relaxed and decadent atmosphere.
The Lawn Club is Manchester’s answer to an alfresco oasis in the heart of the city.
Four floors of luxury dining in this impressive development from the team behind the world-famous Ivy restaurant.
At Fazenda Rodizio Bar & Grill Manchester, you can enjoy the finest all-you-can-eat steaks and skewered meats, carved at the table.
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