Wagamama’s home in Spinningfields serves up high-quality Japanese cuisine in modern surroundings. For Veganuary, it’s worth noting that 50% of the dishes on Wagamama’s menu are vegan or vegetarian, using soulful substitutes that don’t compromise on taste. Plus, check out their Veganuary exclusive – kare lomen, back but with a fresh Veganuary twist that features vegan teriyaki ‘chicken, udon noodles, and fragrant coconut broth with a chilli kick.
A dreamlike film and installation by award-winning artist Juliet Ellis, exploring identity, strength and impermanence. A visually arresting highlight of MIF25.
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What happens when one of the North’s most beloved DIY festivals takes over Manchester’s biggest, shiniest arts space?
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Playable art installations, Shakespearean adaptations, contemporary cabaret, hip hop and live photography, Factory International bring another electrifying Spring Season.
Festival Square is the beating heart of Manchester International Festival 2025, returning to its riverside location once again.
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Manchester will once again become the world’s stage this summer, with Manchester International Festival taking over venues and spaces across the city and beyond.
From comedy nights to drop-in family craft sessions, Factory International bring an accessible and inclusive programme of events this spring – the best thing, it’s all free.
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Venture Arts sets up a pop-up studio at the Lab, with art-making takes place alongside collaborative experiments with dance and music.
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Artist Social for all creatives at any stage for their career to network, mingle and connect with Factory International.
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 Rat Pack-style restaurant with of live music and upscale Italian-American dining, and strictly no phones.
The Lawn Club is Manchester’s answer to an alfresco oasis in the heart of the city.
Tattu is pulling out all the stops for Halloween, with five days of special cocktails and dishes, plus a Sunday sunset dinner and more.
Friendly Coffee Shop that also hosts events in Spinningfields.
Wine-tasting company ran by Italian sommelier and ex-wine merchant Marco Castelanelli. Offering at-home tasting experiences, along with special events in various high-end locations around Manchester.
High-end restaurant and cocktail bar, with stunning views of the Manchester skyline.
This appointment-only gallery is a hidden gem in Manchester. Art lovers and collectors can browse many high quality pieces.
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 […]
At Fazenda Rodizio Bar & Grill Manchester, you can enjoy the finest all-you-can-eat steaks and skewered meats, carved at the table.
Four floors of luxury dining in this impressive development from the team behind the world-famous Ivy restaurant.
Experience luxury moviegoing at this three-screen boutique cinema and bar located close to Spinningfields.
From city-wide art festivals to open-air sculptural installations, we have exhibitions from all around the North, both indoors and out.
Gigs are coming in hot this spring – from long-awaited returns to one-off happenings you’ll blink and miss (unless you’re paying attention).
Eclectic as ever. You'll find inventive reworkings, world-class contemporary dance and Greater Manchester's inaugural Improv Festival in our guide.
With these lighter, brighter days and warmer temperatures, it's really starting to feel like summer here in the North West!
Books, beer and burlesque. Dive into a glorious tangle of joyful happenings.
The sun is shining in the North, so use our guide to get out there and eat, drink and be merry in it.
We've got laughs and we've got leftfield on the live literature radar this month. Something for everyone, from poets playing with form to short story writers looking long.
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.
