What's on in Manchester and surrounding area
What's on in Manchester and surrounding area
Sunday 12 October 2025
Gandeys Halloween Spooktacular
Gandeys Halloween Spooktacular
Trafford Centre, Manchester
Something wickedly spectacular this way comes...! Dare you enter the haunted Big Top? Gandeys Circus returns, bringing you a brand-new, spine-chilling, and action-packed Halloween Spooktacular-a legendary show filled with frights, delights,...Mel Brooks' Young Frankenstein - The Musical
Mel Brooks' Young Frankenstein - The Musical
Hope Mill Theatre, Manchester
From the creators of the record-breaking Broadway sensation, The Producers, comes this monster musical comedy. The comedy genius, Mel Brooks, adapts his legendarily funny film into a brilliant stage creation - Young Frankenstein! Grandson...13 Going On 30 - The Musical
13 Going On 30 - The Musical
Manchester Opera House, Manchester
13 Going On 30 - The Musical is a totally grown up new musical comedy based on the hit 2004 film that starred Jennifer Garner and Mark Ruffalo, and it's coming to Manchester Opera House for its World Premiere next year!Jenna Rink is an ador...The Hallé & Amy Yule - The Sorcerer's Apprentice
The Hallé & Amy Yule - The Sorcerer's Apprentice
The Bridgewater Hall, Manchester
Star flautist and Halle Principal, Amy Yule takes centre stage to perform Ibert's intricate Flute Concerto in a programme filled with an air of musical enchantment. When Sergei Diaghilev - founder of the Ballets Russes - visited Stravinsky ...Dead Ringers
Dead Ringers
Lowry, Salford
To mark its 25th anniversary, BBC Radio 4's legendary, multi-award-winning topical satire show takes to the road with a full UK tour for the first time. Starring long-standing cast members Jon Culshaw, Jan Ravens, Lewis MacLeod, and Dun...JADE (Little Mix)
JADE (Little Mix)
O2 Victoria Warehouse, Manchester
Jade Thirlwall rose to prominence as a member of Little Mix after auditioning for The X Factor on three occasions. She has enjoyed solo success with the singles "Angel of My Dreams" and "FUFN (Fuck You for Now)" with her debut album That...London Concertante - Vivaldi's Four Seasons & The Lark Ascending
London Concertante - Vivaldi's Four Seasons & The Lark Ascending
Manchester Cathedral, Manchester
A stunning concert celebrating the virtuosity of the violin in all its forms, London Concertante brings Vivaldi's masterpiece to life in a wonderful concert featuring gems of baroque music. This concert features Vivaldi's Four Seasons; a...Josie Long
Josie Long
Lowry, Salford
Three-time Edinburgh Comedy Award nominee and very-hard-to-pin-down-indie-underdog-nightmare Josie Long is back with Now is The Time of Monsters, a new show about extinct gigantic, charismatic, megafauna. ★★★★★ The Skinny "Riot...Listen Very Carefully - The 'Allo 'Allo Podcast
Listen Very Carefully - The 'Allo 'Allo Podcast
Lowry, Salford
Attenzion! You will listen very carefully. I shall say this only once. Following the success of their hit podcast, 'Allo 'Allo! stars Kim Hartman (Helga!), Guy Siner (Lieutenant Gruber!), and Richard Gibson (Herr Flick!) are now ...Trigger Happy TV
Trigger Happy TV
Aviva Studios, Manchester
It's been twenty-five years since Trigger Happy TV burst onto our screens, transforming the hidden camera format with its surreal universe of characters and unforgettable pranks. Now, to celebrate a quarter-century of chaos, Dom Joly is bri...RNCM Young Explorers - Fairytales, Folklore and Fantasy
RNCM Young Explorers - Fairytales, Folklore and Fantasy
RNCM, Manchester
Adventure awaits with an interactive family-friendly afternoon of live orchestral music from How to Train Your Dragon, Peer Gynt, and Sleeping Beauty. But the magic doesn't stop there. Delve into the world classic fairy tales with a hila...Francis Rossi (Status Quo)
Francis Rossi (Status Quo)
RNCM, Manchester
Co-founder, lead singer, lead guitarist and the sole continuous member of the legendary rock band Status Quo, Francis Rossi embarks on a solo tour performing fan favourites from a remarkable 50+year career. Also known as the GOMOR (The...Nena
Nena
O2 Ritz, Manchester
The most successful German pop singer in chart history, with over 25 million records sold, NENA is playing her first UK shows in 15 years. Featuring a 10-piece band, fans can expect to hear the 1983 smash hit '99 Red Balloons' and other ico...The Greatest Star - Barbra Streisand Tribute Show
The Greatest Star - Barbra Streisand Tribute Show
Blackburn Empire Theatre, Blackburn
Starring Kearra Bethany, as seen on ITV's Starstruck, The Greatest Star takes you on a magical musical journey through time as you sit back and relax enjoy the sounds of this fabulous concert style production. Barbra Streisand is, by far, o...Aurie Styla
Aurie Styla
Creatures Comedy Club, Manchester
Comedian Aurie Styla is back after his recent sold out 100+ date international The Aurator Tour... and he is cooking up a new show, in the way he knows best... crowd work, freestylin', trying bits and having fun with his audience. Plus the ...The Best Movies in Cinemas & Streaming
The Best Movies in Cinemas & Streaming
Manchester Multiple Venues, Manchester
If you are looking for a film to watch, ManchesterTheatres. com have rounded-up the best movies currently showing at Manchester's cinemas, and we are offering discounted tickets at Odeon, Vue, Cineworld and HOME too. We've also compiled...Finn Wolfhard
Finn Wolfhard
Manchester Academy, Manchester
Canadian actor, musician, and film director Finn Wolfhard is best known for playing Mike Wheeler in Stranger Things, Richie Tozier in the 2017 remake of Stephen King's horror classic It and its sequel It: Chapter Two, and Trevor Spengler i...Rose Gray
Rose Gray
Gorilla, Manchester
Budding electropop star, songwriter and DJ Rose Gray has had recent activity ranging from a hit collaboration with TSHA ('Girls') and performing at Glastonbury alongside Shygirl to launching her own club night - Rose presents Gray. Her musi...Pyramid Concert Orchestra - Sounds From The Silver Screen
Pyramid Concert Orchestra - Sounds From The Silver Screen
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Stockport's own 45-piece light orchestra returns to the Plaza stage for a special afternoon of film music from the best musicals, dramas and sci-fi blockbusters. Did you know that Charlie Chaplin wrote some great film scores? And, of course...JIM JONES ALL STARS
JIM JONES ALL STARS
The Deaf Institute, Manchester
A bubbling swamp curse of unholy rhythm, Jim Jones All Stars is the latest ramalama rhythm and blues project from garage godfather Jim Jones (Thee Hypnotics, The Jim Jones Revue) which delivers a sonic blast of punk rock n' soul. Formed du...Monday 13 October 2025
Rishab Sharma: Sitar for Mental Health
Rishab Sharma: Sitar for Mental Health
Lowry, Salford
Hailed as the youngest and last disciple of sitar legend Pandit Ravi Shankar, Sharma brings a legacy of tradition, innovation and purpose to every performance. Born into the renowned Rikhi Ram family of master luthiers, he has captivated a...Sunny Afternoon
Sunny Afternoon
Palace Theatre, Manchester
Following a phenomenal two years in the West End and a sensational first UK and Ireland tour, the "indisputably terrific" (The Times) OLIVIER AWARD-WINNING BEST NEW MUSICAL, charting the euphoric highs and agonizing lows of THE KINKS, is ba...Dancing at Lughnasa
Dancing at Lughnasa
Royal Exchange Theatre, Manchester
"I want to dance, Kate. It's the festival of Lughnasa. I'm only thirty-five. I want to dance." Driven by an overwhelming desire, the five Mundy sisters dance. Together they twirl and spin, it is wild, passionate, reckless, and for the brief...Hollyoaks - The 30th Anniversary Tour
Hollyoaks - The 30th Anniversary Tour
The Bridgewater Hall, Manchester
Three decades of hard-hitting storylines, jaw-dropping drama, and larger than life personalities - now it's time to go behind the scenes like never before! Join the stars of Hollyoaks up close and personal for an access-all-areas live tour,...ONE OK ROCK
ONE OK ROCK
O2 Apollo, Manchester
Japanese rockers One OK Rock bring their world tour to Europe. With numerous number 1 albums in their own country and success on the US Billboard Rock Charts, they play varied styles of music, with songs ranging from alternative rock and em...An Evening With Katie Price & Kerry Katona
An Evening With Katie Price & Kerry Katona
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Model Katie Price and former Atomic Kitten Kerry Katona embark on a tell-all tour! Having been friends for over twenty years, they are looking forward hitting the road together and sharing stories of marriage and divorce, bankruptcy, 'I'm A...Dirty Dusting
Dirty Dusting
Blackburn Empire Theatre, Blackburn
An evening of pure theatrical Viagra starring Crissy Rock (Benidorm) and Leah Bell (Stage Award Winner) plus Vanessa Karon and Paul Dunn. Gladys, Olive and Elsie are three "vintage style" cleaning ladies who, threatened with redundan...The Best Movies in Cinemas & Streaming
The Best Movies in Cinemas & Streaming
Manchester Multiple Venues, Manchester
If you are looking for a film to watch, ManchesterTheatres. com have rounded-up the best movies currently showing at Manchester's cinemas, and we are offering discounted tickets at Odeon, Vue, Cineworld and HOME too. We've also compiled...Led by Donkeys
Led by Donkeys
RNCM, Manchester
From viral billboards to guerrilla projections on Parliament, Led by Donkeys have taken political satire and direct action to a whole new level. Hear the story behind their book, Led by Donkeys: Art, Activism and Accountability - a high-o...Robert Forster (The Go-Betweens)
Robert Forster (The Go-Betweens)
Band On The Wall, Manchester
Robert Forster is a Brisbane based singer-songwriter and author. In 1978, with Queensland University friend Grant McLennan, he co-founded the acclaimed indie pop/rock band The Go-Betweens. The group, based in London for five and a half year...Touching The Void's Simon Yates - Pleasure & Pain
Touching The Void's Simon Yates - Pleasure & Pain
Waterside, Manchester
Join legendary mountaineer Simon Yates, of the Touching the Void docu-drama, as he recounts a decade of thrilling new climbs across the globe. From the frozen extremes of the north and south to summits in South America, Central Asia, and...Sofia Camara
Sofia Camara
Gorilla, Manchester
Portuguese-Canadian pop and R&B singer-songwriter Sofia Camara went viral as a teenager with her covers of songs by artists including Taylor Swift and Justin Bieber. She has since signed with Universal Music Canada and released the single ...RNCM Monday Lunchtime Showcase
RNCM Monday Lunchtime Showcase
RNCM, Manchester
Drop in during your lunch break and discover a wide range of performances for free with the RNCM's Monday and Thursday Lunchtime concerts. Witness the next generation of musicians in this intimate lunchtime solo and chamber music series,...Hatched
Hatched
Creatures Comedy Club, Manchester
Be part of a warm supportive crowd for new stand-ups among a line up of baby comedians in their first year on the circuit. ...Floridita Dance - Free Salsa Taster Class
Floridita Dance - Free Salsa Taster Class
On Bar, Manchester
Ever wanted to learn Salsa but never danced before? Now's your chance! Start with Floridita Dance's FREE taster class designed just for absolute beginners. No partner is required. After that, you can keep growing your skills through their c...Trapdoor Comedy Club
Trapdoor Comedy Club
The Railway Inn Manchester, Manchester
Some of the best comedians from the UK at affordable prices. Click on tickets for line-up. ...Manchester City Stadium Tour
Manchester City Stadium Tour
Etihad Stadium, Manchester
Enjoy one of the most immersive tour experiences in the Premier League with a guided look around The Etihad Stadium. Experience the Manchester City story in a 360 degrees theatre and enjoy an audio-visual perspective of the players' matchd...Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour
Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour
Old Trafford, Manchester
Visit the Museum & Stadium Tour at Old Trafford and walk in the footsteps of greatness. The Museum is open for visitors, and the Stadium Tour follows a great route, so you'll see the players' tunnel, walk next to the world famous pitch, and...The Bridgewater Hall Building Tour with BSL
The Bridgewater Hall Building Tour with BSL
The Bridgewater Hall, Manchester
Take a look behind the scenes at The Bridgewater Hall, and learn more about Manchester's iconic international concert venue. The entertaining and knowledgeable tour guides will lead you through the building's history, its acoustics and arch...moviEscape - SAWtopsy
moviEscape - SAWtopsy
Moviescape Stockport, Manchester
Inspired by the hit SAW movie franchise, SAWtopsy at moviESCAPE, Stockport's leading Escape Room offering, is a gory and ominous room with dim, atmospheric lighting, however it does not feature any jump scares - well none that are delibe...Tuesday 14 October 2025
Sunny Afternoon
Sunny Afternoon
Palace Theatre, Manchester
Following a phenomenal two years in the West End and a sensational first UK and Ireland tour, the "indisputably terrific" (The Times) OLIVIER AWARD-WINNING BEST NEW MUSICAL, charting the euphoric highs and agonizing lows of THE KINKS, is ba...The HandleBards - The Tempest
The HandleBards - The Tempest
Shakespeare North Playhouse, Prescot
This production of The Tempest is the first collaboration between Shakespeare North Playhouse and internationally renowned theatre company ran by cycling actors, The HandleBards, who carry all the necessary set, props & costume on the b...Mel Brooks' Young Frankenstein - The Musical
Mel Brooks' Young Frankenstein - The Musical
Hope Mill Theatre, Manchester
From the creators of the record-breaking Broadway sensation, The Producers, comes this monster musical comedy. The comedy genius, Mel Brooks, adapts his legendarily funny film into a brilliant stage creation - Young Frankenstein! Grandson...Nick Mohammed is Mr Swallow
Nick Mohammed is Mr Swallow
Lowry, Salford
After a sell-out 2023 UK tour and extended run in London's West End, Taskmaster loser Nick Mohammed returns as his critically acclaimed alter-ego Mr. Swallow with a brand new show. Show Pony has been described by Mr. Swallow as "payback ...Inside No 9 Stage/Fright
Inside No 9 Stage/Fright
Manchester Opera House, Manchester
Welcome to a world of intrigue, as we invite you to step Inside Number 9 for a theatrical experience like no other. Expect the unexpected as the acclaimed BBC TV series comes to life on stage, fresh from a sell out West End run, weaving its...Dancing at Lughnasa
Dancing at Lughnasa
Royal Exchange Theatre, Manchester
"I want to dance, Kate. It's the festival of Lughnasa. I'm only thirty-five. I want to dance." Driven by an overwhelming desire, the five Mundy sisters dance. Together they twirl and spin, it is wild, passionate, reckless, and for the brief...Snake in the Grass
Snake in the Grass
Octagon Theatre, Bolton
A darkly comic thriller about family, secrets and manipulation. Annabel returns home after the death of her cruel father. Reunited with her sister Miriam, the siblings bicker as buried truths resurface. Tensions grow when his former nurse ...Filharmonie Brno & Freddy Kempf
Filharmonie Brno & Freddy Kempf
The Bridgewater Hall, Manchester
Got rhythm? Pianist Freddy Kempf has - and he'll show it off tonight with the Brno Philharmonic. Kempf, a former BBC Young Musician of the Year, will be on double duty for two American classics: Gershwin's electrifying 'I Got Rhythm' variat...Newton Faulkner
Newton Faulkner
Manchester Academy, Manchester
Multi-Platinum selling Surrey-born acoustic singer-songwriter Newton Faulkner possesses a pop sensibility that allows him to sit easily alongside the likes of Jack Johnson, Paolo Nutini, and Ed Sheeran - who stole his original "ginger guy ...Abel Selaocoe
