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Football City, Art United

A bold new exhibition where football meets contemporary art.
Aviva Studios, Water Street, Manchester M3 4JQ
From £10
4 Jul 2025
- 24 Aug 2025
mif festival square

Festival Square MIF25

Festival Square is back for MIF25 with a vibrant line-up of free live music, family activities, and late-night takeovers.
Aviva Studios, Water Street, Manchester M3 4JQ
Free
4 Jul 2025
- 20 Jul 2025
an inheritance -manchester art gallery

An Inheritance

What would you leave behind for the children of the future?
Manchester Art Gallery, Mosley St, Manchester M2 3JL
Free
4 Jul 2025
- 2 Nov 2025
shilpa gupta

Shilpa Gupta: You Are The Place

Experience a powerful new sound installation created with the communities of Rochdale.
RISE Inavate Centre, Smith St, Rochdale OL16 1YH
Free
4 Jul 2025
- 20 Jul 2025
Our long goodbye - waterside arts

Our Long Goodbye

A moving exhibition of photographs, films and texts that share the everyday love, loss and quiet strength of living with dementia.
Waterside Arts, 1 Waterside Plaza, Sale, Trafford, M33 7ZF
Free
5 Jul 2025
- 27 Jul 2025
national football museum

Night at the National Football Museum

England’s Euros matches to be screened after hours
National Football Museum, Todd St, Manchester M4 3BG
Free
5 Jul 2025
- 13 Jul 2025
Elizabeth Gaskell House

I’ve Never Read Elizabeth Gaskell – Writers in Residence Exhibition

Step into the world of new voices at Elizabeth Gaskell’s House with I’ve Never Read Elizabeth Gaskell
Elizabeth Gaskell's House, 84 Plymouth Grove, Manchester, M13 9LW
From £7.50
6 Jul 2025
- 9 Nov 2025
blackhaine - diecast

Blackhaine: And Now I Know What Love Is

Step into an intense, immersive performance by artist and choreographer Blackhaine
Diecast, 51 Ducie St, Manchester M1 2JQ
From £10
9 Jul 2025
- 19 Jul 2025

James Martin Signature Tasting Menu

A seasonal tasting journey – five courses, four wines, one unmissable evening.
James Martin MCR, Great Northern Warehouse, 2 Watson St, Manchester M3 4LP
From £60
9 Jul 2025
- 12 Jul 2025
adventures in wonderland - z-arts

Adventures in Wonderland

Step into Alice’s shoes and have your very own magical Adventures in Wonderland!
Z-Arts, 335 Stretford Road, Hulme Manchester, M15 5ZA
From £10
9 Jul 2025
- 19 Jul 2025

What’s on in Manchester?

We all know Manchester is one of the most exciting cities in the world, and its spirit of inclusivity and creativity shines through in the incredible range of events and experiences happening every single day.

From iconic venues like the Palace Theatre and Opera House Manchester, to the vibrant productions at Hope Mill Theatre and independent performances at 53two, Manchester’s cultural calendar is bursting with life. The world-class Lowry in Salford and the game-changing Factory International continue to raise the bar, drawing global talent and unforgettable shows to the city.

Then there’s the legendary AO Arena – one of the busiest arenas in the world – which has been hosting massive concerts, unforgettable tours, and international stars for over 30 years. If something big is happening, chances are it’s happening there.

Manchester’s events scene doesn’t slow down for the weather – we’re used to a bit of rain. From headline festivals and arena gigs to exhibitions, food pop-ups, comedy nights, immersive art, and community celebrations, there’s always something going on.

With the I Love MCR What’s On guide, you can easily discover the best events and things to do in Manchester right now. Explore what’s happening today, this weekend, or plan ahead by date. Whether you’re into live music, theatre, sport, food, family days out or late-night adventures, we’ve got you covered.

Manchester’s waiting – and it never disappoints.