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.
You know the weird in-between time after and before ? Well, it’s called Twixmas. Derived from the word 'betwixt', meaning 'between', Twixmas is often an uneventful blur, filled with leftovers, binge-watching TV, and no...
The festive season is upon us, whether we like it or not. We can already smell the , and the East Lancashire Railway (ELR) is ready to deliver the magic. The immensely popular Santa Specials are already underway on ELR...
Families don’t have to hibernate when winter arrives - across the UK, botanical gardens are turning shorter days and frosty mornings into excuses for outdoor adventures packed with colour, wildlife and festive fun. F...
Do you miss being a kid, playing with your toy cars and performing epic stunts on the stairs? Well, forget all that, because this is way cooler. Hot Wheels Monster Trucks is tearing up and down the country next year wit...
Time to tick a box off that seven-wonders list; Machu Picchu is the place to visit. Prepare for the most ground-breaking 45-minute adventure at Machu Picchu: Journey to the Lost City. This wonderful event...
The festive season is here and if you're looking to celebrate as much as possible before it inevitably comes to an abrupt end, we've found the very best ways to make the most of it. Fancy celebrating in style this year?...
The period brings a wide selection of music that's sure to have you tapping your feet and jingling all the way. Here to get you into the spirit this December are a number of concerts in Manchester featuring classic Chr...
Manchester City Council has confirmed that the magical Christmas Parade will be making a return for the festive season once more . Now in its fourth year, the annual parade has been a festive favourite with Mancunians a...
One of the most exciting things about Christmas is the sense of tradition - the cosy rituals we perform in preparation year in, year out, that are almost as special as the day itself. And what could be more of an iconic...
As winter sets in, the temptation to stay in all December-long and bask in the glow of scented candles is real. Particularly with all this chilly weather. Need a push in making the most of the last month of 2025? Check...