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.
Christmas has officially begun in Manchester! Photo: Hamilton Ice Sculptures Manchester’s Cathedral Gardens will be transformed into an Ice Village this Christmas, complete with ice sculpture cave, ice bar, ice ri...
In a world where ‘wellness’ is only applied to diet and exercise, the crew at Float Festival is trying to redefine the term. Their version of the buzzword is less about hemp and flip flops and more about creativity, lea...
What’s better than free booze? Photo: virginatlantic Free booze and snacks! This weekend Virgin Atlantic and Delta Airlines will treat Manchester to a giant vending machine full of craft ales, flown in from the US...
The Trafford Centre turns 20 on Monday and, as with any decent birthday party, it’s going to be a four-day affair. Photo: Trafford Centre Saturday and Sunday The birthday weekend kicks off with Stylist Live, where...
Organisers of Machester’s Neighbourhood Festival have announced the second wave of acts set to perform at the one-day festival. Photo: @nbhdfestival The festival season may be over and the weather on the turn, but...
Manchester will be seeing off the summer in style with the first-ever Festival of Manchester. bycreativesamani Manchester’s festival lineup is one of the best in the country, from Park Life to Pride, we’ve g...
Saddler’s Yard will host a free festival dedicated the city’s canine companions. bysadlersyard The festival season may be coming to a close, but Sadler’s Yard is giving the people of Manchester one las...
Roll up, roll up The Circus of Acceptance is coming to town, and all are welcome. bymanchesterpride The Manchester Pride Festival kicked off in the heart of Manchester’s city centre yesterday, with loads of events...
Manchester Pride kicks off this weekend celebrating all things LGBT in our fine city, and Piccadilly station is giving visitors a colourful welcome. Manchester Piccadilly Pride crossing by BTP In a joint effort from Bri...
A sci-fi themed steam train will travel through Manchester this weekend. by eastlancashirerailway This weekend (August 18 and 19) East Lancashire Railway is inviting passengers to get up close and personal with iconic s...