NOTE Thomas Street
Creative Tourist
The sister store to NOTE’s original Tib Street branch, here you’ll find footware, clothes and brands inspired by the skateboard scene. If it’s a new board you’re after, head to Tib Street.
What's on near NOTE Thomas Street
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The Comedy Vault
Every Monday night upstairs at Fierce Bar, The Comedy Vault hosts an outrageously funny open-mic night. Come and try your hand or just to watch and laugh.
free entry
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earth to heart at Manchester Craft and Design Centre
Visit an exhibition of nature-inspired ceramics from Lily Brown and the duo Imprints of Earth, exploring creativity through clay.
free entry
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Steph Huang: There is nothing old under the sun at esea contemporary
Explore the ethics and history of food production and consumer culture through the work of Steph Huang at esea contemporary.
free entry
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Creatures of the Night Comedy Club
An insanely committed seven-nights-a-week, Creatures of the Night Comedy Club opens its doors (20.30-22.30 typically, though please check) for evening after evening of side-splitting comedy.
from £5.00
Un-Convention Manchester 2024
Un-Convention is the ultimate independent music industry conference and showcase taking place at Band on the Wall in Manchester this November.
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Folk and World Choir at Band on the Wall
Band on the Wall bring people together to make, as well as watch, music. Join them to learn folk tunes from all over the world.
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Beyond the Music 2024
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.
from £16.75
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Beat The Frog at The Frog and Bucket
Beat the Frog is a legendary amateur comedy night, taking place each and every Monday. Many famous names prove it’s the real deal.
free entryWhere to go near NOTE Thomas Street
Manchester
Rivet and Hide Manchester
Manchester’s newest destination for denimheads, Rivet and Hide stocks a collection of quality, Americana-inspired men’s casual wear and raw selvedge denim – including prized Japanese brands like Momotaro, The Flat Head, and Pure Blue Japan.
Manchester
Richard Goodall Gallery
There’s no better place in the country to find and buy examples of music-oriented illustration and photography than the Richard Goodall Gallery
Manchester
57 Thomas Street
57 Thomas Street is the third outlet belonging to Manchester’s best-known microbrewery, Marble Beers. Unlike the lavish decoration of the Grade II-listed Marble Arch (which also doubles up as a brewery) or the traditional pub layout of the Marble Beer House in Chorlton, this tiny Thomas Street digs has room for just two things: beer and food.
Manchester
Fierce Bar
Highly-rated bar based in Manchester’s bustling Northern Quarter, seconds away from Common.
Northern Quarter
Deadstock General Store
This small shop has a well-curated range of stock that focuses on vintage homeware and gifts. From Japanese hemp socks to botanical paperweights and HAWS plant misters, each object is beautiful, practical and well made.
Manchester
Cane & Grain
Essentially three bars under one roof, Cane & Grain encompasses a rib joint and tap room, hidden speakeasy, and Tiki-themed Liar’s Lounge.
Manchester
Home Sweet Home, Manchester
Home Sweet Home in Manchester’s Northern Quarter is a cafe and milk bar that does a mean line in cake, puddings and all things sweet – but its savoury menu isn’t half bad either.
Manchester
Bonbon Chocolate Boutique
A pop-up chocolate shop we hope will never pop off.
Manchester
The Smithfield Social
The Smithfield Social is a charming Northern Quarter destination owned by local lad Liam Fray of Courteeners fame, offering brunch, lunch and a wide selection of hot, cold and alcoholic drinks.
Northern Quarter
RSPCA Charity Shop Oak Street
Boutique charity shop in the heart of the Northern Quarter.
Manchester
Common Bar
Northern Quarter stalwart Common Bar in Manchester serves excellent pub food, fine cocktails and decent coffee. It’s a firm Creative Tourist team favourite.
Manchester
Terrace NQ
Late night Northern Quarter bar
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