What's on in Manchester?

Check out the I Love MCR what’s on guide, buzzing with handpicked Manchester events, experiences and the best things to do in Manchester…

Chila Welcomes You

Imperial War Museum Trafford Wharf Road,, Manchester, United Kingdom

Step into Chila Kumari Singh Burman’s imagination at Chila Welcomes You.

Free

Six Nations Fanzone

Freight Island 11 Baring Street, Manchester, England, United Kingdom

Returning once again for 2025, Freight Island proudly hosts the biggest UK Six Nations Fanzone.

Free

Kinky Boots

Palace Theatre 97 Oxford Street, Manchester, United Kingdom

Starring Strictly Come Dancing’s Johannes Radebe and rising star Dan Partridge.

From £15

Chetham’s Library Tours

Chetham's Library Long Millgate, Manchester, United Kingdom

Packed with historical facts and fascinating stories, tours of Chetham’s Library are led by our expert staff and volunteers.

From £5.50

Explore events and the best things to do in Manchester

We all know Manchester is one of the most exciting cities in the world, and its inclusivity and diversity is reflected in the raft of Manchester events and festivals held throughout the year.

Manchester’s events calendar is always a busy one. This is a city hosting an eclectic mix of exciting events, unforgettable experiences and cool things to do all year round – and events in Manchester don’t tend to get rained off, either. We’re used to getting soaked around here.

Explore upcoming events and what’s on in Manchester today. With I Love MCR’s popular what’s on guide you’ll discover the best things to do in Manchester, including popular events and entertainment, what’s on at Manchester theatres, music and gigs, festivals, exhibitions and sightseeing tours, free things to do and things for family and kids to do.

Check out our guide to what’s happening in Manchester today, this week, this weekend, next week, or pick a date.

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