Get ready for a dream summer of live events and long afternoons on the banks of the River Irwell.
Join Factory International for a packed programme of live music, immersive art, skate demos, film screenings, family activities and delicious street food – all by the riverside at Aviva Studios
Discover headline activities and performances this Summer:
Sweet Dreams 11 JULY – 1 SEPTEMBER 2024
A new immersive adventure served up this summer by award-winning artist collective Marshmallow Laser Feast. Deliciousness awaits inside…
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MUBI FEST 12 – 13 JULY 2024
A weekend of contemporary culture, with great cinema at the heart of it. Discover incredible art, food and talks. Meet good people. Dance to DJs till late. And watch the best movies.
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Build Manchester 27 JULY – 8 AUGUST 2024
adidas Skateboarding is heading to Manchester for a 12-day stop of its global skateboarding event Build.
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Alongside these amazing events, there is a full calendar of free events inside and outside Aviva Studios.
Free events include Manchester Run Club, a 40 minute run every Tuesday until 6th August; Summer Holiday Drop-Ins where you can entertain the kids with free creative activities every Tuesday and Thursday in August and late-night music from Funkademia, Chicken Party and Street Symphony X La Suerte.
Factory Square is open Thursdays to Sundays where you can sit back and enjoy the summer vibes, you’ll find brand new taco truck, outdoor bar and coffee cart. On event days, expect local street food traders, pop-up wellness events and DJs bringing the tunes. Plus, enjoy Summer Happy Hours.
Find out more about Summer Factory at Aviva Studios
