Emirates Old Trafford.
Creative Tourist
Emirates Old Trafford is an award-winning, sustainable and multi-purpose venue with a reputation for delivering inspirational conferences, meetings and much more.
What's on near Emirates Old Trafford.
How To Fail Live with Elizabeth Day at the Lowry
Join Elizabeth Day on the Salford leg of How To Fail’s first UK tour, where she’ll be joined by a very special guest.
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Quadrophenia: A Mod Ballet at The Lowry
An explosive new dance production heads to The Lowry, bringing a whole new dimension to The Who’s iconic rock album.
from £23.00
emilyn claid: Untitled at Lowry
emilyn claid’s intimate and dazzling performance blends movement and theatre to explore ageing, acceptance and transformation.
from £14.00
Opera North Pre-Show Talk – The Flying Dutchman
A pre-show talk where you get the chance to learn bit more about the opera and the production directly from the company.
Wes Peden: Rollercoaster at Lowry
Expect contemporary plate spinning, epic 3-ball juggling and some of the most difficult juggling ever done on stage in this thrilling circus show produced by Gandini Juggling.
from £18.00
Homecoming at Lowry
Blending storytelling, dynamic choreography and cutting-edge technology, this show can be enjoyed as an immersive live theatre show or via VR. Intrigued? We certainly are.
from £18.00
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The Shark is Broken at Lowry
What better way to mark the 50th anniversary of Steven Spielberg’s iconic movie, Jaws, than with a dramatic dive behind the scenes into its creation.
from £20.00
Olaf Falafel’s Stupidest Super Stupid Show at Lowry
Enjoy an afternoon of belly laughter and ridiculousness as Olaf Falafel returns to Lowry for some kids comedy.
from £19.50Where to go near Emirates Old Trafford.
Manchester
Hotel Football
Hotel Football sits opposite Manchester United’s Old Trafford Stadium. Owned by the Class of 92 Group of former United players. It’s the first of many developments the group have planned…
Manchester
Victoria Warehouse
Victoria Warehouse is an emblem of Manchester’s industrial past – and its cultural future.
Manchester
Stretford Foodhall
A one-stop-shop, Stretford Foodhall is a place for those who like to eat, drink and shop with a guilt-free conscience. Whether you fancy visiting to sample some delicious street food or to top up your refillable containers, Stretford Foodhall is well worth a visit.
Manchester
Ordsall Hall
Ordsall Hall is a spectacularly-preserved Tudor mansion and museum – one of only eight such houses in Lancashire – and is supposedly haunted by the broken-hearted White Lady.
The Quays
Helly Hansen Watersports Centre
Water sports centre in Salford Quays a real find for the serious swimmers of the city.
Manchester
The Hillary Step
A great little pub which is also a microbrewery. Much loved by locals, it has a great selection of beer and plays great music, with live jazz at the weekends.
Manchester
11 Central
11 Central is a new bar and microbrewery launched by local brewing legends SEVEN BRO7HERS BREWING CO at the Central Bay site in Salford.
Manchester
Central Bay
Central Bay is a new waterfront dining and drinking destination at Quayside MediaCity, opening summer 2023.
Manchester
Unagi Salford Quays
Unagi’s new venue in Salford Quays, serving superb quality sushi and Japanese cuisine.
Manchester
TeamSport Indoor Karting Trafford Park
Step away from the city centre and discover the thrill of go karting in Trafford Park with TeamSport Indoor Racing and their newly acquired track.
Manchester
Irwell Sculpture Trail
The 33-mile trail, which follows the River Irwell from Salford Quays all the way to Bacup in Pennine Lancashire, has been around for over a decade, but it’s recently been restored and expanded.
Manchester District Guides
Culture Guides
Tours and Activities in the North
We're enjoying an arty start to the new year in 2025 in Tours and Activities with plenty of arts based events, games and workshops.
Music in the North
Warm, intimate storytelling is the thread connecting our new picks, which include a number of brilliant folk artists.
Theatre in the North
Documentary performance, groundbreaking dance, world premieres and fresh takes on classic works - check out our early theatre highlights for 2025.
Food and Drink in the North
New year, new you. Let us tell you exactly what food and drink you should consume over the coming weeks.
Cinema in the North
Hollywood greats and early bird film fest tickets are on our horizon as we start the New Year.
Literature Events in the North
Readings are springing up everywhere as the live literature and spoken word scene starts to defrost.
Family things to do in the North
We might be past the holiday season, but Manchester and the North's arts and cultural calendar is still packed with brilliant events and activities for families
Exhibitions in the North
From genre-defying art film to vibrant embroidery and Surrealist sculpture, check out the best winter exhibitions to see right now.