Manchester International Festival 2025 kicks off with an awe-inspiring outdoor spectacle as THE HERDS take to the streets of Manchester, Rochdale, and Wigan.

For the first time ever, MIF joins forces with The Royal Ballet to present a bold new adaptation of Christopher Isherwood’s seminal novel.

Learn from the masters with a dance day from company chameleon and the Lowry, aimed at secondary education educators.

From years spent languishing in post-industrial decline to being crowned one of ‘the coolest neighbourhoods in the world’. What’s the story behind Ancoats?

Whether you’re a high-fashion fanatic or just couture curious, Unpicking Couture gets up close and personal with pivotal moments in fashion history.

SAUNIGA is an invitation for people to experience a live cultural ceremony drawn from Samoan ancestral knowledge.

A dreamlike film and installation by award-winning artist Juliet Ellis, exploring identity, strength and impermanence. A visually arresting highlight of MIF25.

The films of Michael Haneke take centre stage at HOME this summer, as audiences are invited to explore the austere, uncompromising visions of the Austrian writer-director.

Now in its 20th year, Manchester Literature Festival is presenting a special programme of spring events.

Enjoy fun and creative activities designed to encourage your little ones to play in nature.

An explosive new dance production heads to The Lowry, bringing a whole new dimension to The Who’s iconic rock album.

Happening as part of MIF25, Blackhaine’s world premiere performance promises to be one of the most compelling and emotionally charged experiences of the festival.