Explore unusual things to do in Manchester: we reveal the secret places to visit, quirky sights to see, cool neighbourhoods to try, and guides to making the most of Manchester all year round. It’s your must-read guide to Manchester, for visitors and locals alike.
It's official. We made it through a pretty grey and gloomy spring to the official start of summer: June, sweet June. With the promise of warmer weather comes an array of fun events and activities - inclu...
A new railway experience has steamed into a Manchester city centre museum for half term. A pop‑up miniature steam train has arrived at the Science and Industry Museum, allowing visitors to step back in ti...
Henry has become a bit of an icon over the years - whether you dragged him in tow as you hoovered your university halls or saw him dance on stage at a Bongo's Bingo night, he was never too far behind. To...
A massive Eid al-Adha celebration will be returning to a Manchester park this week for its tenth anniversary to mark the end of the annual Hajj pilgrimage. Known as Eid in the Par...
There’s nothing quite like the smell of the salty yet fresh sea air. Although the beach is not on our doorstep, there are several seaside towns just a short drive away from Manchester to get that refresh...
Fever Days is a limited-time promotion from Fever — the live‑entertainment discovery platform focused on expanding access to culture and entertainment — taking place in Manchester from June 4-7 and offering savings of u...
Summer brings many joys, but few things capture the essence of the season quite like the sight and scent of blooming lavender. The rich, vibrant hues and soothing fragrance—world-renowned for its use in ba...
Manchester weather isn't exactly famous for sunshine, but there are always hardcore open-water swimmers willing to take the plunge year-round. Once the sun finally does appear, the rest of us rush to join...
After five years, the beloved Cat Cafe is returning to Manchester city centre this month. Reopening its doors in a new location inside Barton Arcade on Deansgate, twelve resident cats have moved into the...
Ah yes, another bank holiday is on the horizon, and with the weather set to (hopefully) hot up, this late May bank holiday could not be coming at a better time. With festivals, freebies and community act...