Inspired by Orwell’s Keep the Aspidistra Flying, this independent bookshop is housed in a bright kiosk within Manchester’s Great Northern Warehouse. They specialise in politics, fiction, history, LGBT and art. Why not pick up a good read next time you’re leaving AMC?
Cameron Mackintosh and Disney’s spectacular production of the multi award-winning musical flies into Manchester.
from £15.00
A high-octane and vibrant new musical comedy dances into Manchester for its UK premiere later this year.
from £15.00
Instituto Cervantes presents a photography exhibition from Antonia Peña, exploring the connection between humans and the natural environment.
free entry
Enter into the world of Salsa dancing with expert guidance and a friendly community at Instituto Cervantes Manchester.
from £63.00
The first edition of a brand newClassics of Spanish Cinema series features screenings of films by two of Spain’s most influential filmmakers: Luis García Berlanga and Luis Buñuel.
free entry
Romare, one of the most sought-after DJs and producers in global dance music, is playing at The Blues Kitchen this Easter Bank Holiday.
from £15.00
Expect wild acrobatics, outrageous cabaret and electrifying variety when acclaimed Irish sensation THISISPOPBABY come to play at Aviva Studios.
from £10.00
From comedy nights to drop-in family craft sessions, Factory International bring an accessible and inclusive programme of events this spring – the best thing, it’s all free.
free entry
A mainstream chain cinema showing a mix of new releases and blockbusters. Located in The Great Northern Warehouse complex.
James Martin’s new pre-theatre menu provides modern British cuisine at a pocket-friendly price.
An epicentre of entertainment and shopping housed within a 19th Century railway warehouse. The Great Northern is a commercial hub of leisure, lifestyle and buiness in the centre of Manchester.
Another Hand is a new restaurant from team behind 3hands, offering casual dining at breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Improve your aim, embrace the axe based catharsis and have a top quality time at Whistle Punks Axe Throwing.
This upmarket Cantonese restaurant is based in a casino, meaning you can fill your belly then go blow your wages, all in the same place!
Tucked into the first floor of Great Northern is Paradise Skate World, an intergalactic realm of quad skating and cosmically themed cocktails.
Keen to try out this whole Virtual Reality thing? Virtual Hideout is a great, easy-going place to start.
Bar Hutte is a charming ski village-style experience based at the Great Northern on Deansgate, including karaoke huts, live music and superb drinks.
The Lion’s Den is a superb bar and event space in the Great Northern, hosting regular live music and comedy events.
Based at Great Northern’s thriving plaza, The Mews Bar and Charcuterie is a stylish place for drinks and high-quality food boards, from the team behind the excellent Northern Quarter cocktail
Dynamic dance, party-performance, high-energy stand-up and a site-specific show set in a pub. All this and more in our newest theatre guide.
Crocodile-themed Easter egg hunts, sense-sational museum trips and more this Easter!
Boozy tours, art workshops and a 'hobby house' that champions all things DIY, get the creative cogs whirring with our latest batch of tours and activities.
From precarious ceramics to photography festivals, spring is here and brings with it a breath of fresh air in visual art and exhibitions.
If it's inspiring, inclusive events and avant-garde, experimental afternoons you're after, look no further than live literature this spring – we've got you covered.
Make the most of the springtime sun with some of the North's best bars and restaurants.
The outsiders, the oddities and the outrageous – we’re keeping it weird with a hot new batch of underground gigs about to hit Manchester, Leeds, and Liverpool.
Vintage Alfred Hitchcock and a family friendly film festival are amongst our highlights this May.
