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.

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…

Manchester Psych Fest, the UK’s trailblazing psychedelic music and arts festival has announced a massive bill for its 2025 edition.

Explore brilliant brains and snotty science this summer.

From global dance and live music to storytelling, skateboarding and football, get ready for a dream summer on the banks of the River Irwell.

Put your gaming skills to the test at Aviva Studios this summer, happening as part of the Football City, Art United exhibition.

Legendary director Akira Kurosawa reimagines Shakespeare’s King Lear as a samurai epic set in sixteenth-century Japan.

From Mario to Sonic and Pong to Fortnite, play your way through five decades of the best video games. Fun and educational. Win-win.