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Factory International’s Weekend of Film and Music
Factory International’s Weekend of Film and Music pairs Cillian Murphy in All of This Unreal Time with a live reimagining of Derek Jarman’s final film.
from £10.00
What not to miss
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Hamlet Hail to the Thief at Aviva Studios
A thrilling adaptation blending Shakespeare’s great tragedy with Radiohead’s seminal album in an intoxicating blend of theatre, music, and movement.
from £10.00
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Louise Giovanelli: A Song of Ascents at The Hepworth Wakefield
Manchester-based artist Louise Giovanelli presents a new body of work that investigates contemporary worship through luminous paintings.
from £0.00
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Cosmotechnics at FACT
‘Cosmotechnics’ at FACT brings together Latin American artists to reconsider our relationships with both technology and the natural world.
free entry
Femi Kuti and The Positive Force at Band on the Wall
This January, legendary Afrobeat artist Femi Kuti plays an intimate Manchester date with his band, The Positive Force.
from £27
RNCM Big Band with Madeline Bell (vocals) at RNCM
Having sung with everyone from Dusty Springfield to Scott Walker, experience the soaring soul of Madeline Bell.
from £12.00
RNCM ArkEnsemble with Company Chameleon at RNCM
ArkEnsemble and dancers from Company Chameleon unite to produce an immersive experience that transcends the ordinary.
from £12.00
Spotlight on
Light Festivals in the North
From enchanting lantern parades to epic LED installations, light festivals are a brilliant way celebrate the magic of the winter months.
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Seasonal Guides
Where to go
Blackpool
Ripley’s Believe It Or Not
Located at Blackpool Pleasure Beach resort, this museum of oddities is the perfect place for families to discover the strange, the unusual and the extraordinary.
Blackpool
Saoko Cocktail Club
This cocktail bar may be the new kid on the Blackpool block, but it’s already renowned for its excellent service and imaginative drinks that offer an ‘experience and a story’.
Blackpool
Little Black Pug
Head to Balckpool’s Little Black Pug for an historic, laid-back, family-friendly pub with a huge malt whiskey collection.
Blackpool
Aunty Social
Both a lifestyle store and a community arts hub, Aunty Social showcases the very best of Blackpool’s creative community. A great spot to pick up lovingly-made gifts.
Manchester
MAYA Manchester Restaurant
MAYA is a high-end new restaurant on the corner of Canal Street and Chorlton Street in central Manchester.
King Street
Gail’s Bakery King Street
Popular craft bakery, selling freshly baked goods on Manchester’s King Street.
Blackpool
Harrowside Fish & Chips
Winner of the Good Food Award’s coveted Chippy of the Year award on multiple occasions, Harrowside is a great choice for fish and chips in Blackpool.
Culture Guides
Theatre in Manchester and the North
Alongside experimental performance, new writing and free arts festivals, we take a look at some of the Christmas shows happening in the North.
Music in Manchester and the North
From Afrobeat to psychedelia, alternative rock to glistening pop, we take a look at some of the best gigs happening in early 2025.
Exhibitions in Manchester and the North
Before the festive season completely takes over, we've rounded up some of the best exhibitions to see right now.
Cinema in Manchester and the North
Film festivals, animation and the art of action are amongst our highlights of a busy month at the cinema.
Theatre in Manchester and the North
Alongside experimental performance, new writing and free arts festivals, we take a look at some of the Christmas shows happening in the North.
Tours and Activities in Manchester and the North
Munch away the Autumnal blues with this foodie orientated guide of Tours and Activities in Manchester and the North.
Food and Drink in Manchester and the North
Take some autumnal eating-out tips from this month's guide to food and drink in Manchester and the North.
Classical Music in Manchester and the North
Read our latest highlights from the live classical music offer in Manchester and the North, taking in a number of the region's most cherished orchestral forces and venues.
Family things to do in Manchester and the North
As we move into festive season, Manchester and the North is packed with fun events and activities for families, both indoors and outdoors.