Formerly the Old Granada Studios, VERSA Manchester Studios is evolving into a dynamic Studio Campus with TV, Film, Motion Capture and VR / AR Studios alongside a glamorous new Soho House.
This summer, it will be play host to events taking part at Manchester International Festival, including a groundbreaking mixed-reality concert event created by legendary composer and musician Ryuichi Sakamoto in collaboration with Tin Drum.
Northerly Winds are collaborating with award-winning harpist Elfair Dyer and PhD researcher Emma Haughton to perform and celebrate women’s work in music
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A sense-sational exhibition returns to Manchester in 2025.
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Explore incredible objects from the world-renowned theoretical physicist’s office in this special display.
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Discover 40 of the highlights and hidden gems that are available to explore every day at the Science and Industry Museum.
free entry
Whether you’ve half an hour or a full day, you’ll always find something new to discover at Manchester’s Science and Industry Museum.
From Mario to Sonic and Pong to Fortnite, play your way through five decades of the best video games. Fun and educational. Win-win.
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Manchester will once again become the world’s stage this summer, with Manchester International Festival taking over venues and spaces across the city.
Artist Social for all creatives at any stage for their career to network, mingle and connect with Factory International.
Modern Greek Mediterranean cuisine from the team behind Tattu.
A converted Victorian school house nestled on the edge of Spinningfields, the Great John Street Hotel has a relaxed and decadent atmosphere.
Factory Square is a huge beer garden, on the banks of the River Irwell, with top-quality drinks and street food selections.
Every piece in IDAHO has something special and will guarantee to make your homes, offices and wardrobes feel a little more inspiring.
Wine-tasting company ran by Italian sommelier and ex-wine merchant Marco Castelanelli. Offering at-home tasting experiences, along with special events in various high-end locations around Manchester.
This appointment-only gallery is a hidden gem in Manchester. Art lovers and collectors can browse many high quality pieces.
Experience this TV classic for yourself. With four adventure zones, time crystals and vintage bomber jackets you too can take on the maze and try earn a place on the leader board.
Experience luxury moviegoing at this three-screen boutique cinema and bar located close to Spinningfields.
This family favourite has moved from John Dalton Street to its new home in Spinningfields, with a brand new look featuring modern decor teamed with vintage items sourced by Bill himself.
Wagamama’s home in Spinningfields serves up high-quality Japanese cuisine in modern surroundings.
A Rat Pack-style restaurant with of live music and upscale Italian-American dining, and strictly no phones.
The Lawn Club is Manchester’s answer to an alfresco oasis in the heart of the city.
Feminist farce, a magical circus show and Oldham Coliseum return with a brand-new off-site show. All in our latest theatre guide.
We’re championing all things underground this month, with a selection of gigs and festivals that embrace the strange.
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.
Street art, LGBTQ+ History Month, and the first film festivals of the year are amongst our cinema highlights this month.
Not long now, spring is on its way but wave goodbye to winter with some of the North's best food and drink.
Cinematic sets, 90s nightclub photography and even new gallery - we have a great mix of exhibitions for you this month.
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.
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.
