Future Now brings Pussy Riot and a fierce line-up of rising bands to one of the North West’s most forward-thinking venues.

Transforming Cathedral Gardens into Little Italy, Festa Italiana Manchester is back for the eighth year in a row.

This special one-off features readings from three writers to celebrate the launch, on Blue Diode Press, of Spurious Language by James Appleby.

Juno Dawson brings her wit and charm to queer lit as she discusses the themes in her new book Human Rites.

Described by its publisher Carcanet as “an auspicious debut”, here’s your chance to hear from and about Eccolo: Poems by Hal Coase.

Wrongsemble bring a witty twist on Hansel and Gretel, packed with puppetry, music and sibling squabbles. Fun for everyone.

Creativity and saving the world unites in this LEGO-building challenge for kids and their grownups.

Bake the Jewish Museum cafe’s signature tahini and honey cookies whilst discovering the history behind each ingredient.

Enjoy literary, creative fun with the family this summer.

Join the Mad Hatter’s Tea Party: a magical, topsy-turvy afternoon of fun, food, and fantasy…

Set out on a magical adventure through Grosvenor Park with this joyous walkabout show designed for under 10s and their families.

Batiks of Indonesia: Java and beyond is a celebration of the batik technique, with a display of beautifully intricate decorated fabrics.