Ocean Treasure 235
Ian Jones, Food and Drink Editor
Upmarket Cantonese restaurant now on Peter Street.
What's on near Ocean Treasure 235
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The Laughienda Comedy Club
The Laughienda is an always-excellent, free live comedy night at The Lion’s Den in the Great Northern, just off Deansgate in Manchester.
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Body and Earth: an exhibition by Antonia Peña at Instituto Cervantes
Instituto Cervantes presents a photography exhibition from Antonia Peña, exploring the connection between humans and the natural environment.
free entry
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Salsa workshops at Instituto Cervantes Manchester
Enter into the world of Salsa dancing with expert guidance and a friendly community at Instituto Cervantes Manchester.
from £63.00
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Mary Poppins at the Palace Theatre
Cameron Mackintosh and Disney’s spectacular production of the multi award-winning musical flies into Manchester.
from £15.00
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Come Fall in Love at Manchester Opera House
A high-octane and vibrant new musical comedy dances into Manchester for its UK premiere later this year.
from £15.00
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Factory International Spring Season 2025
Playable art installations, Shakespearean adaptations, contemporary cabaret, hip hop and live photography, Factory International bring another electrifying Spring Season.
Primal Scream 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.
from £39.50
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Benji Reid: Find Your Eyes at Aviva Studios
It was a huge hit at MIF23 and went on to tour the world. We’re thrilled that Benji Reid’s acclaimed live photography show returns to Manchester this spring.
from £27.50Where to go near Ocean Treasure 235
City Centre
AMC Cinema Manchester
A mainstream chain cinema showing a mix of new releases and blockbusters. Located in The Great Northern Warehouse complex.
City Centre
The Spirit of Manchester Distillery
A must-visit for gin lovers and the yet-to-be-converted, The Spirit of Manchester Distillery is the perfect place to while away a few hours in Deansgate.
Manchester
Another Hand
Another Hand is a new restaurant from team behind 3hands, offering casual dining at breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Manchester
Three Little Words
Three Little Words is a stylish bar and restaurant near the Great Northern and Deansgate in Manchester, now with pocket-friendly offers on food and drink for summer.
Manchester
James Martin Manchester
James Martin’s new pre-theatre menu provides modern British cuisine at a pocket-friendly price.
City Centre
Great Northern
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.
Manchester
Whistle Punks Axe Throwing
Improve your aim, embrace the axe based catharsis and have a top quality time at Whistle Punks Axe Throwing.
Manchester
Paradise Skate World
Tucked into the first floor of Great Northern is Paradise Skate World, an intergalactic realm of quad skating and cosmically themed cocktails.
City Centre
Virtual Hideout
Keen to try out this whole Virtual Reality thing? Virtual Hideout is a great, easy-going place to start.
City Centre
Manchester235 Casino
A casino in Manchester city centre with several restaurants and bars. Open 24-hours.
Manchester
Crown Barbers
Popular no-fuss men’s hairdresser on Deansgate.
Manchester District Guides
Culture Guides
Theatre in the North
Feminist farce, a magical circus show and Oldham Coliseum return with a brand-new off-site show. All in our latest theatre guide.
Music in the North
We’re championing all things underground this month, with a selection of gigs and festivals that embrace the strange.
Classical Music in the North
Read our latest highlights from the live classical music offer in Manchester and the North, taking in a number of the region's most cherished orchestral forces and venues.
Cinema in the North
Street art, LGBTQ+ History Month, and the first film festivals of the year are amongst our cinema highlights this month.
Food and Drink in the North
Not long now, spring is on its way but wave goodbye to winter with some of the North's best food and drink.
Exhibitions in the North
Cinematic sets, 90s nightclub photography and even new gallery - we have a great mix of exhibitions for you this month.
Family things to do in the North
As we edge towards spring we take a look at the best events and activities for families, from theatre to festivals, dinosaur adventures to family raves.
Literature Events in the North
Some of our favourite leftfield live literature regulars are back with their first events of the year – we’ve picked a weird and wonderful heap we think you’ll love.