Chetham’s Library was founded in 1653 and is the oldest public library in the English-speaking world. We are an independent charity and the vast..... more >

Chetham’s Library Manchester United Kingdom M3 1SB

Sat 15 Mar

Discover Clubs and Organisations in Greater Manchester

Show home to open its doors in Diggle

EAGER house hunters can take a look inside a professionally styled new Redrow home as the first show home opens its doors at Broadstone Manor in... more >

Broadstone Manor, Huddersfield Road, Diggle, Oldham OL3 5NU

Sat 15 Mar

Prolisok Step into Ukraine 2025 : Benefit Concert

After successful 2024 London shows, internationally renowned Ukrainian dance ensemble Prolisok bring their amazing show to the North UK to wow you... more >

Plaza Theatre Mersey Square, Stockport SK1 1SP

Sun 16 Mar

Premium

Seven Drunken Nights - The Story of the Dubliners

Direct from the West End and having sold out venues worldwide, including multiple shows in Dublin, where it all began for The Dubliners back in 1962,... more >

3 Quay St, Manchester M3 3HP

Mon 17 Mar

Rush Hour Concerts

Avoid the early evening rush hour and relax with an hour of live music from up-and-coming performers here at the Stoller Hall... more >

The Stoller Hall Hunts Bank, Manchester M3 1DA

Tue 18 Mar, Tue 22 Apr

JAZZ @ THE REFORM CLUB (Rochdale Jazz Club)

Traditional jazz with the Tame Valley Stompers more >

Chadderton Reform Club, Middleton Road, Chadderton, Oldham OL9 0LG

Tue 18 Mar

Murder Mystery Night - taught a lesson

Can you solve the crime? St Michael's Amateur Dramatic Society presents... Taught a lesson - a murder mystery night production!... more >

St Michael’s Parish Hall, Shaw St, Wigan WN1 2BQ

Sat 22 Mar

Premium

Coffee Morning

£4 entry which includes choice of cake or hot buttered toast/teacake and unlimited cups of tea or coffee. Ticket Prize, Tombola and Raffle. more >

St Marys Community Hall, Newton Road, Lowton, Warrington WA3 1EW

Sat 22 Mar

Blessing in Disguise V.I.P. Fun Fair - Hindley - Sun 23rd March 2025

Blessing in Disguise in association with A.L. Silcock Family Fun Fair's will be hosting the Blessing in Disguise V.I.P... more >

Silcock’s Fun Fair Hindley Market Square Cross Street Hindley Wigan WN2 3AT

Sun 23 Mar

Women In Tech [Unfiltered]

Welcome to Women in Tech [Unfiltered], Manchester Tech Festival's third conference dedicated to breaking down the barriers that prevent true... more >

GM Digital Security Hub (DiSH) Heron House, 1 Lincoln Square M2 5LN

Fri 28 Mar

Mini Music Adventures

Mini Music Adventures invites children aged 5–7 (and their grown-ups) to enjoy music from all over the world through interactive stories and music... more >

The Stoller Hall Hunts Bank, Manchester M3 1DA

Sat 29 Mar

Meat Loaf Tribute NIght - Manchester

Meat Loaf Tribute Night - Manchester Get ready for an unforgettable night of powerhouse vocals, epic tunes, and rock 'n' roll... more >

Patricroft Con Club 1A Edison Rd Eccles Manchester M30 7AW

Sat 29 Mar

Family Easter Party at Party and Play Funhouse!

Get ready for an egg-stravaganza of fun at our unmissable Easter Party! We’ve got an action-packed event lined up, guaranteed to bring smiles,..... more >

Party and Play Funhouse Unit 12, Barrs Fold Close, Wingates Industrial Estate, Westhoughton, Bolton BL5 3XA

Fri 4 Apr

Vivaldi Four Seasons by Candlelight

The exceptional musicians of the Piccadilly Sinfonietta perform Vivaldi's masterpiece The Four Seasons and other magnificent works in the... more >

St Ann’s Church, St Ann Street, Manchester M2 7LF

Sat 5 Apr

Moonlight Sonata by Candlelight

Treat yourself and your loved ones to an exceptional piano recital at the beautiful candlelit venue of St Ann's Church, Manchester... more >

St Ann’s Church, 44 Ann Street, Manchester M2 7LF

Sat 5 Apr

Frameworthy: Manchester

Manchester, this is your moment! Frameworthy, known for hosting powerful and uplifting art exhibitions, is coming to the city to celebrate the..... more >

HOME Manchester, 2 Tony Wilson Pl, Manchester M15 4FN

Sun 6 Apr

Billy Billingham 'Always A Little Further'

SAS: Who Dares Wins star Billy Billingham MBE QCB has announced an extensive new tour for 2024/2025 entitled ‘Always A Little Further’... more >

Pier, 8 The Quays, Salford, Manchester M50 3AZ

Tue 8 Apr

Kim's Convenience

The award-winning play which inspired the Netflix comedy is back by popular demand. After critically-acclaimed runs at Park Theatre and Riverside..... more >

2 Tony Wilson Place Manchester M15 4FN

Tue 8 Apr to Sat 12 Apr

Wedding Fayre - Rochdale Masonic Hall - 13th April 2025

**Welcome to Rochdale Masonic Ballroom!** Looking for the perfect **FREE** wedding venue in Rochdale? Look no further! ... more >

Rochdale Masonic Ballroom, Rochdale Masonic Buildings, 1 Richard Street, Rochdal OL11 1DJ

Sun 13 Apr

JAZZ @ THE REFORM CLUB (Rochdale Jazz Club)

Traditional Jazz with the New Orleans Joys more >

Chadderton Reform Club, Middleton Road, Chadderton, Oldham OL9 0LG

Tue 15 Apr

MedEquip4Kids' Quays Easter Duck Race!

Join your local children's charity for the annual Easter Duck Race this Good Friday! Starting at 12:30, with the race scheduled for 3... more >

Salford Watersports Centre, Salford Quays, Manchester M50 3SQ

Fri 18 Apr

Breakfast With The Easter Bunny

Hop into Happiness at Party and Play Funhouse! Celebrate the season of new beginnings with our enchanting Breakfast with the Easter Bunny event!... more >

Party and Play Funhouse Unit 12, Barrs Fold Close Wingates Ind Est BL5 3XA

Sat 19 Apr

Car Boot & Indoor Table Top Sale

Car Boot and Table Top Sale. Light refreshments available. more >

St Marys Community Hall, Newton Road, Lowton, Warrington WA3 1EW

Sat 26 Apr

Sister Act

Sister Act is the fabulous feel-good musical comedy smash based on the hit 1992 film. When disco diva Deloris Van Cartier witnesses a murder, she..... more >

Walmsley Church Parish Hall Blackburn Road Egerton Bolton BL7 9SA

Mon 28 Apr to Sat 3 May

Make 2nds Count - Love Your Tribe Elegance & Charm lunch event

Make 2nds Count: a UK-wide patient and family focused charity dedicated to giving hope to women and men living with secondary (metastatic) breast... more >

59 Portland Street, Manchester M1 3HP

Sat 10 May

The Three Towns present 'Die Fledermaus' - A Musical Comedy

In glittering Vienna Prince Orlofsky's Ball is the scene of a hilarious story of romance, intrigue, disguise and mistaken identity set to the... more >

St. Joseph’s Hall, Chapel Street, Leigh WN7 2PR

Tue 13 May to Sat 17 May

Premium

The South Manchester Food Festival 2025: A Springtime Feast

Get ready for the ultimate celebration of FOOD at Wythenshawe Park & Gardens, Manchester! Returning for 2025 after a booming first year, we’re..... more >

Wythenshawe Park & Gardens, Wythenshawe, Manchester M23 0AB

Sat 17 May and Sun 18 May

Dr Benji Waterhouse - UK Book Tour

NHS psychiatrist, award-winning comedian and Sunday Times best-selling author of ‘You Don’t Have To Be Mad To Work Here’, Dr Benji Waterhouse is... more >

The Lowry, Pier, 8 The Quays, Salford, Manchester M50 3AZ

Sun 18 May

JAZZ @ THE REFORM CLUB (Rochdale Jazz Club)

Traditional Jazz with the Canal Street Stompers more >

Chadderton Reform Club, Middleton Road, Chadderton, Oldham OL9 0LG

Tue 20 May

JAZZ @ THE REFORM CLUB (Rochdale Jazz Club)

Traditional Jazz with the Tame Valley Stompers more >

Chadderton Reform Club, Middleton Road, Chadderton, Oldham OL9 0LG

Tue 17 Jun

Moonlight Sonata by Candlelight

Treat yourself and your loved ones to an exceptional piano recital at the beautiful candlelit venue of St Ann's Church in Manchester... more >

St Ann’s Church, St Ann Street, Manchester M2 7LF

Sat 21 Jun

Vivaldi Four Seasons by Candlelight

The exceptional musicians of the Piccadilly Sinfonietta perform Vivaldi's masterpiece The Four Seasons and other magnificent works in the... more >

St Ann’s Church, St Ann Street, Manchester M2 7LF

Sat 21 Jun

Matilda Jr

Our wonderful AKT group present the beloved story of a girl who dreams of a better life and inspires the revolting children who are out to teach the... more >

Walmsley Church Parish Hall Blackburn Road Egerton Bolton BL7 9SA

Thu 26 Jun to Sat 28 Jun

The Heaton Park Food & Drink Festival 2025: A Feast in The Park

MANCHESTER, GET READY! After a record-breaking year in 2024, we’re back and bigger than ever! Mark your calendars for August 2nd & 3rd, 2025, as..... more >

Papel Monument Field, Heaton Park M25 2SW

Sat 2 Aug and Sun 3 Aug

Magic of Thailand Festival in Manchester

A two day Thai Festival to experience the taste of Thailand this summer at Platt Fields Park is brought to you by Magic of Thailand, previously known... more >

Platt Fields Park, Platt Lane, Manchester M14 5NF

Sat 9 Aug and Sun 10 Aug

Grand Auction

Over 150 lots will be up for auction including Collectables, Furniture, Records, Mirrors, Art, Pottery, Glassware, Kitchenalia, Jewellery,... more >

St Marys Community Hall, Newton Road, Lowton, Warrington WA3 1EW

Sat 27 Sep

Things to do around Greater Manchester

If you're planning a day out in Greater Manchester, there's no shortage of exciting activities to explore. Whether you're interested in culture, sports, or unique experiences, here are some top recommendations:

1. The John Rylands Library: Immerse yourself in the world of literature and history at this stunning library. With its Gothic architecture and extensive collections, it's a must-visit for book lovers and history enthusiasts.

2. Old Trafford: Football fans won't want to miss a tour of Old Trafford, home to Manchester United. Explore the club's rich history, visit the museum, and even step onto the hallowed turf of the stadium.

3. Etihad Stadium: If you're more inclined towards Manchester City, head to the Etihad Stadium. Take a behind-the-scenes tour, learn about the club's achievements, and soak in the football atmosphere.

4. Cultural Happenings: Manchester's cultural scene is ever-evolving. Keep an eye out for exhibitions, live theatre performances, and music gigs happening at various venues across the city. From iconic stadiums to intimate spaces, there's always something exciting to experience.

5. Festivals and Celebrations: Throughout the year, Manchester comes alive with eclectic festivals. From music and arts festivals to seasonal celebrations, immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of the city. Check local listings for upcoming events.

6. Unique Activity Nights: For something different, explore quirky activities like bowling, axe throwing, or other fun experiences. Manchester's diverse offerings ensure there's never a dull moment, whether it's a first date or a rainy day outing.

Remember to check out the Visit Manchester Pass, which grants entry to top attractions and offers exclusive discounts across the city. Make the most of your time in Greater Manchester and create lasting memories! 🌟⚽📚