Super Duper Family Festival – The Party

Manchester will once again become the world’s stage this summer, with Manchester International Festival taking over venues and spaces across the city.

Expect wild acrobatics, outrageous cabaret and electrifying variety when acclaimed Irish sensation THISISPOPBABY come to play at Aviva Studios.

Following the release of their 12th album, Come Ahead, the iconic Glasgow band Primal Scream perform in the Warehouse space at Aviva Studios.

Exploring the beauty of movement its euphoric connection to music, the Olivier Award winning hip hop dance company, Boy Blue return with a brand-new show.

Two of the most distinctive creators – choreographer Crystal Pite and Complicité’s Simon McBurney – will present a thrilling and timely world premiere at Aviva Studios.

Enjoy a free, fun-filled festival in Manchester this February!

Folk musicians from Scotland, Ireland and the US will come together for an intimate live show at Aviva Studios, home of Factory International.

Aviva Studios powers into its second year with another thrilling line-up, featuring major works and world premiere performances alongside a super accessible public programme of free events.

Artist Social for all creatives at any stage for their career to network, mingle and connect with Factory International.

Get priority booking on the best seats, special discounts, invitations to exclusive events and much more. Are you in?

Jonathan Schofield Is well known for his expertly informed, charismatic and intriguing guided tours, join him on one to find out why.

Eat your way through the dairy based delights of Manchester, with the Manchester Cheese Crawl walking tour.

Satisfy your hunger for knowledge as well as lunch with Scranchester’s food tours of the city centre, discover a new hidden gem or go to favourite.

Join Craft Beer Tour Manchester for a journey through some of the cities best local breweries and artisanal beer serving bars. Discover the personality of Manchester’s beer through a diverse range of pints.

Join expert teacher Ula for relaxed painting workshops that will have you creating work you can be proud of, no matter your level of artistic experience.

Experience the River Mersey from a more intimate perspective with canoeing and kayaking trips from Venture Out.

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.