Folk and World Choir at Band on the Wall

Un-Convention is the ultimate independent music industry conference and showcase taking place at Band on the Wall in Manchester this November.

Hear directly from the people powering the music industry in both Manchester and the UK, as well as witnessing some of the North’s upcoming talent at Beyond the Music.

Porches, the synth-pop project of New York–based musician Aaron Maine, plays at Band on the Wall following the release of his sixth album, Shirt.

Northern Monk, one of Leeds’ best breweries, is kicking off the weekend with a brewery tour to kick start your Saturday afternoon.

Try your hand at stand up comedy with an eight week intensive course with Dave Williams in the Frog and Bucket’s School of Comedy.

The Old Dock tour is a treat for younger and older visitors alike, fans of Liverpool’s maritime past, and anybody curious about local history.

Enter into the world of Salsa dancing with expert guidance and a friendly community at Instituto Cervantes Manchester.

Learn to sew with the friendly experts and sustainability enthusiasts at Stitched Up with this three week introduction to sewing.

Sí Manchester’s daily tour is a brilliant way to get an overview of the city with tours running in both English and Spanish.

A seasonal supply of wellbeing courses and creative workshops to maintain or foster positive mental health in the over 55s.

Groundwork are encouraging young people to engage in environmental social action projects, through nature based activities.