Revolution Deansgate Locks
Ian Jones, Food and Drink Editor
Manchester’s leading party venue, with two floors of music and six bars.
What's on near Revolution Deansgate Locks
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40 Years of the Future: Jo McGonigal x Frank Bowling at Castlefield Gallery
Jo McGonigal x Frank Bowling is the next chapter of the programme of 40th anniversary celebrations at Castlefield Gallery.
free entry
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40 Years of the Future at Castlefield Gallery
Manchester’s beloved Castlefield Gallery is turning 40! Join in the celebrations – check out the exciting programme of events taking place throughout the year
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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Songs for the Storm to Come at HOME
Mikhail Karikis explores communal sound-making as a way to draw attention to the most pressing issue of our time: climate change.
free entry
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PUSH Festival 2025 at HOME
A celebration of the North West’s creative talents, PUSH Festival at HOME Manchester is always a highlight of the theatre calendar.
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Sirkian Sundays: Celebrating the films and influence of Douglas Sirk at HOME
This season of Sirkian Sundays offers HOME audiences the opportunity to see some of the director’s most lauded films on the big screen in all their glory – alongside some of those that most clearly bear his influence.
from £5.15
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Whistle Punks Axe Throwing
This Autumn learn how to throw axes at large planks of wood with wild abandon. Whistle Punks have been bringing axe throwing to Manchester’s urban sprawl since February 2017. It’s the perfect way to let off some steam and indulge in some catharsis.
from £20
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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.
Where to go near Revolution Deansgate Locks
Castlefield
Castlefield Gallery
The influential Castlefield Gallery sits at the edge of Manchester’s exciting Castlefield district, an ideal home for thought-provoking contemporary art.
Deansgate
Beetham Tower
The 47-storey Beetham Tower is, by some distance, the tallest building in Manchester.
Castlefield
The Deansgate
The Deansgate is located in the heart of Manchester. A traditional pub with homemade food and real ales, this is truly one of the greatest watering holes in Manchester.
Castlefield
NCP Bridgewater Hall Car Park
Car park in central Manchester close to The Bridgewater Hall and HOME.
Castlefield
Atlas Bar
Situated in the railway arches of Deansgate, Atlas is an elegant, quality bar specialising in nearly 600 gins from around the world.
City Centre
The Life Centre North
The Life Centre, just off Deansgate in Manchester, is a place which offers yoga and Pilates classes for people of all abilities.
Manchester
The Briton’s Protection
Standing on the corner of a junction opposite The Bridgewater Hall, The Briton’s Protection is Manchester’s oldest pub. It has occupied the same spot since 1795, going under the equally patriotic name The Ancient Britain.
Manchester
Cibo
Cibo is one of the newer Italian restaurant to open in Manchester. Modern Italian food in snazzy city centre surroundings.
Manchester
Instituto Cervantes
One of 87 Spanish language schools and cultural sharing centres Instituto Cervantes Manchester can be found on Deansgate.
Manchester
Evuna Deansgate
Highly-regarded Spanish restaurant on Deansgate
Manchester District Guides
Culture Guides
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
Galleries are racing to announce new exhibitions so check out our top picks, from art films and nostalgic paintings to Hockney's collages.
Music in the North
Masters of minimalism, leftfield electronica and cutting edge pop. We bring you the lot in latest live music round up.
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.
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.