Treat yourself and your partner to a day filled with wedding inspiration, chat to suppliers and get all the hints and tips you need for your big... more >

Ashton New Road M11 3FF

Sun 8 Sep 24

Car Boot & Indoor Table Top Sale

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

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

Sat 7 Sep 24

Discover Clubs and Organisations in Greater Manchester

Gin & Rum Festival Manchester

Join the fun and discover a unique experience that celebrates the best of Gin and Rum and promises the party of the year!... more >

Manchester Cathedral Victoria St, Manchester M3 1SX

Sat 7 Sep 24

Stockport Masonic Guildhall 7th 8th Sept Mind Body Spirit Wkend Event

50 + Exhibitors International Exhibitors With International Mediums, Pagan Psychic, Tarot, Angel & Oracle Cards, Ancestral Readings For Healing,... more >

169 171 Wellington Road South £3 to Park ( Brentnall St ) Stockport SK1 3UA

Sat 7 Sep 24

CIRCUS MONDAO at BOLTON / hungerhill

CIRCUS MONDAO XX SURPRICE !! YES WE ARE BACK maybe a bit later than normal but we are here WITH A GREAT SHOW FOR ALL THE FAMILY... more >

Hungerhill, wigan road, opp 3 pigeons pub. PEMBROCK DOCK, HARLEQUINS RUFC , LONDON ROAD. BL3 4RQ

Wed 4 Sep 24

Happy Jack

Romiley Little Theatre's opening play of the 2024/25 Season, John Godber's Happy Jack is a funny and touching play about the lives of... more >

The Wharf 4 Green Lane Romiley Stockport SK6 3JG

Wed 4 Sep 24

Free Talk: Maker and Faker of ‘ancient Tudor relics’

A free talk at Chetham's Library, as part of a new Tudor-themed exhibition This talk explores the work of George Shaw (1810–76), an... more >

Chetham’s Library, Long Millgate, Manchester M3 1SB

Wed 4 Sep 24

Craft & Gift Fair - Mercure Bolton Georgian House Hotel - Blackrod

Why not come along to this beautiful venue and enjoy shopping from a wide range of local Artisans, Crafters, Makers and Small Businesses, all selling... more >

Mercure Bolton Georgian House Hotel Manchester Rd Blackrod Bolton BL6 5RU

Sun 1 Sep 24

Free Talk: The Duke, the Forger and the Mystery Blue

A free talk at Chetham's Library, as part of a new Tudor-themed exhibition From Thursday 15th August – Wednesday 11th September, Chetham’s... more >

Chetham’s Library, Long Millgate, Manchester M3 1SB

Wed 28 Aug 24

Summer Steamings at Bolton Steam Museum

Volunteers from the Northern Mill Engine Society have rescued and restored 30 old stationary steam engines - some of the engines which once powered... more >

Bolton Steam Museum, Mornington Road, off Chorley old Road, Bolton BL1 4EU

Sun 25 Aug 24

Speakeasy Bootleg Band @ Matt & Phreds Sat 24th Aug 9:30 PM

Fancy something different in Manchester? ............. If so, this is just right, because on Sat 24th Aug, Speakeasy Bootleg Band comes tearing back..... more >

Matt & Phreds, 64 Tib Street, Manchester M4 1LW

Sat 24 Aug 24

Free Talk: The First Tudor bed: Discovery and Comparison

A free talk at Chetham's Library, as part of a new Tudor-themed exhibition From Thursday 15th August – Wednesday 11th September, Chetham’s... more >

Chetham’s Library, Long Millgate, Manchester M3 1SB

Thu 22 Aug 24

Family Evening Service

An evening service with Les and Christine Kelsall from Garstang. Come and enjoy the company. more >

The Gospel Hall, Maxwell St., Bolton BL1 6QE

Sun 18 Aug 24

SCENE: Manchester's New LGBTQ+ Film and TV Festival

This August, the City of Manchester will welcome SCENE, a new and glittering LGBTQ+ Film and TV festival... more >

Various Venues Around Manchester

Fri 16 Aug 24

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 10 Aug 24

The Sheep's Tale

A story with words and music Sung by the Sing for Joy choir. Everyone welcome. Bring the family. Light refreshments. more >

The Gospel Hall, Maxwell St., Astley Bridge, Bolton BL1 6QE

Sat 10 Aug 24

Chetham's International Piano Summer School - Public Concerts

Between Thursday 8 – Saturday 17 August, Chetham’s International Piano Summer School brings world class and legendary musicians to a vibrant,... more >

The Stoller Hall, Hunts Bank, Manchester M3 1DA

Thu 8 Aug 24

Inside the Library – Making History in Tudor England

Inside the Library sessions give visitors the opportunity to take an inside look at the workings of Chetham’s Library... more >

Chetham’s Library, Long Millgate, Manchester M3 1SB

Tue 6 Aug 24

Stay & Play - FREE children's Play area at Spinning Gate Shopping Cent

Spinning Gate Shopping Centre has announced the return of their free summer children’s play area. Throughout August, Spinning Gate is providing a..... more >

Spinning Gate Shopping Centre, Ellesmere Street, Leigh WN7 4PG

Mon 5 Aug 24

Heaton Park Food & Drink Festival 2024: A Feast in The Park

MANCHESTER, brace yourselves – we're making a triumphant return on August 3rd-4th, setting Heaton Park ablaze for another unforgettable... more >

Heaton Park, Manchester M25 2SW

Sat 3 Aug 24

Going for gold! Sale care home hosts sports day for local community

With the Olympics fast approaching, a local care home is limbering up for its very own sporting tournament... more >

Oakfield Croft Care Home - Care UK, 1 Oakfield, Sale M33 6NB

Sat 27 Jul 24

McCarthy Witchery Handcrafted and Holistic Fayre

We are pleased to announce we are holding a Handcrafted and Holistic Fayre at Leigh Masonic Hall. We have 25+ stalls attending with a variety of..... more >

Leigh Masonic Hall, The Ellesmere Suite. 61 Ellesmere Street. Leigh WN7 4LQ

Sat 27 Jul 24

Doctor Dee: Mortlake to Manchester

Mathematician, Alchemist, Astronomer, Spy… Dr John Dee was many things, but what happened to him when he became the Warden of Manchester’s College in... more >

Chetham’s Library, Long Millgate, Manchester M3 1SB

Fri 26 Jul 24

Small is Beautiful Music concert

Welcome to Small is Beautiful – Music, an organisation dedicated to sharing classical music, from traditional concerts in intimate venues to family... more >

The Avenue Methodist Church, The Avenue, Sale M33 4PL

Sun 21 Jul 24

A Summer Serenade

Enjoy a night of popular tunes with Bolton Cancer Voices: an inspirational Choir established in 2012 for people living with or beyond cancer of any... more >

Brookfield Hall, Peel Terrace, Westhoughton BL5 3SP

Fri 19 Jul 24

CodeQuest - 6-Week Summer Adventure in Tech!

Aspire to be a tech wizard and unlock your full technological prowess? Look no further! Sovereign House GH invites you to an exhilarating 6-week..... more >

19 Broad Street Bury Bl9 ODA BL9 0DA

Mon 15 Jul 24

Manchester to Blackpool

The Manchester to Blackpool bike ride is a very popular event - cycle 60 miles from Salford Quays to a great finish with music, food and beer tent on... more >

The Piazza MediaCityUK Salford M50 2EQ

Sun 14 Jul 24

The Christie Manchester to Blackpool Bike Ride

Cycle from city to sea this summer with #TeamChristie! Join Team Christie once again as they head to the seaside as part of The Christie’s..... more >

The Piazza, MediaCityUK, Salford M50 2EQ

Sun 14 Jul 24

Gorton Philharmonic: A Night of Movie Music

An evening of dramatic and popular orchestra music from the silver screen, including the theme from Ladies in Lavender and Addinsell’s Warsaw... more >

The Stoller Hall, Hunts Bank, Manchester M3 1DA

Sat 13 Jul 24

Altrincham Garrick Show Choir - Stage & Screen Concert

We are delighted to bring you Altrincham Garrick Show Choir’s Concert, packed with show-stopping songs from stage and screen... more >

Altrincham Garrick Playhouse, Barrington Road, Altrincham WA14 1HZ

Thu 11 Jul 24

Inside the Library: Collecting the Conjuror

Across July, Chetham's Library will be exploring the true stories and Manchester connections of one of the Tudor court's most... more >

Chethams Library, Long Millgate, Manchester M3 1SB

Tue 9 Jul 24

Classic Car Show

Tameside Vintage and Classic Car Show, come and see a wide selection of cars outside on the wharf. Visit the Museum and cafe... more >

Bridge View Cafe, Heritage Wharf, Portland place, Ashton Under Lyne. OL7 0QA

Sun 7 Jul 24

Craft & Gift Fair - Holiday Inn Express, Leigh

Why not come along to this fantastic venue and enjoy shopping from a wide range of local Artisans, Crafters, Makers and Small Businesses, all selling... more >

Holiday Inn Express Leigh Sports Village Sale Way Leigh WN7 4JY

Sun 7 Jul 24

It's Showtime! A celebration of musical theatre

Join Salford Choral Society for a celebration of the very best of musical theatre. With selections from West Side Story, Beauty and the Beast,..... more >

Peel Hall, University of Salford M5 4WX

Sat 6 Jul 24

LOADS Presents: The Academy Assassination

Following on from last years successful “Murder at the Mummy Party” comes the new Murder Mystery from C.J. Holding!... more >

leigh Spinners Mill - Floor 4 - The Horrocks Gallery. WN7 2LB

Thu 4 Jul 24

Manchester Bach Choir Celebrating Summer

Celebrate summer with us, listening to a varied programme of choral music beginning with Clara Schumann: Drei gemischte Chöre - A Song Cycle of... more >

Didsbury Baptist Church, School Lane/Beaver Rd M20 6SX

Sun 30 Jun 24

Disney's High School Musical Jr.

It’s the first day after winter break at East High. The Jocks, Brainiacs, Thespians and Skater Dudes all find their cliques... more >

Walmsley Church Parish Hall Blackburn Road Egerton Bolton BL7 9SA

Thu 27 Jun 24

Craft & Gift Fair - Mercure Bolton Georgian House Hotel - Blackrod

Why not come along to this beautiful venue and enjoy shopping from a wide range of local Artisans, Crafters, Makers and Small Businesses, all selling... more >

Mercure Bolton Georgian House Hotel Manchester Rd Blackrod Bolton BL6 5RU

Sun 23 Jun 24

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, 44 Ann Street, Manchester M2 7LF

Sat 22 Jun 24

Góbéfest

Góbéfest, Manchester's original urban folk music and dance festival with strong Central and Eastern European leanings, is back... more >

Cathedral Gardens M4 3BG

Fri 21 Jun 24

Summer Family Fun Party

Party and Play Funhouse’s Annual Summer Family Fun Party! Mark your calendars for June 21st, 2024, from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM, gather your family and..... more >

Party and Play Funhouse, Unit 12, Wingates Ind Estate, Westhoughton. BL5 3XA

Fri 21 Jun 24

After Hours at Chetham's Library - Cancelled

Join us for an exclusive after hours chance to explore the medieval stone passages, secret staircases and richly panelled rooms of Chetham’s... more >

Chetham’s Library, Long Millgate, Manchester M3 1SB

Fri 21 Jun 24

Radcliffe Male Voice Choir Gala Concert

Summertime offers an opportunity for the choir to perform something other than carols. The choir has a varied repertoire of popular and contemporary..... more >

Radcliffe United Reform Church, Blackburn St, Radcliffe M26 3WQ

Sat 15 Jun 24

Talk on Foraging in the Wild

David Winnard will be given a talk on 'Foraging in the Wild'. He is a respected forager and naturalist in the North of England and North..... more >

Parish Rooms, Church Road, Cheadle Hulme SK8 7JB

Fri 14 Jun 24

Talk on 'Foraging'

Cheadle Hulme Gardening Society welcomes David Winnard who will be giving a talk on Foraging. He is one of the most respected foragers and..... more >

Parish Rooms, Church Road, Cheadle Hulme SK8 7JB

Fri 14 Jun 24

Summer Fair at St Paul's Church Monton on Sat 8th June 2024

Please join us at the St Paul's Monton Summer Fair on Saturday, 8th June 2024! There will be various stalls including home made jams and..... more >

Egerton Road Monton, Eccles M30 9LR

Sat 8 Jun 24

The Magic Of Motown

Seen by over a million people, now in its 18th year! Get ready for the biggest Motown party of the year with the classics from The Temptations,..... more >

The Plaza Mersey Square Stockport Cheshire SK1 1SP

Sat 8 Jun 24

Universally Manchester Festival

200 years of The University of Manchester, four days of celebration. You’re invited to a 200th birthday celebration like no other – Universally..... more >

The University of Manchester, Oxford Road M13 9PL

Thu 6 Jun 24

Cheadle care home invites local community to honour D-Day

A Cheadle care home is opening its doors to the community for a commemorative ceremony. To commemorate the Normandy Landings on 6th June 1944, Care..... more >

Abney Hall Park, Manchester Road, Cheadle SK8 2PD

Thu 6 Jun 24

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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! 🌟⚽📚