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KENDAL CALLING REVEAL HUGE 2026 LINE-UP INCLUDING BIFFY CLYRO, WOLF ALICE, TWO DOOR CINEMA CLUB & THE KOOKS

Following this year’s landmark 20th anniversary celebration, award-winning Lake District music & arts festival Kendal Calling has announced its massive 2026 line-up with mainstage headliners Two Door Cinema Club, Biffy Clyro, Wolf Alice and The Kooks leading an incredible bill of musical legends and rising stars alike. Taking over the beautiful Lake District’s Lowther Deer Park from Thursday 30th July to Sunday 2nd of August, the…

RACE TO THE NORTH POLE! CHAOS KARTS LAUNCHES FESTIVE LAPS CHALLENGE FOR CHRISTMAS CHARITY DRIVE

This December, Chaos Karts is inviting Manchester to help “drive” Christmas all the way to the North Pole with the launch of Race to the North Pole, a month-long festive challenge where every lap completed on the venue’s Santa’s Sky-High Track contributes to a collective 2,530 mile journey from Manchester to the Arctic. Visitors can…

HOT WHEELS MONSTER TRUCKS LIVE™ GLOW-N-FIRE IS RETURNING TO THE UK WITH WORLD DEBUT OF ALL-NEW TRUCK: RHINOMITE

Following the success of Glow-N-Fire in 2025, which won the Pollstar Family Show of the Year award, Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live™ is thrilled to continue the momentum into 2026 by introducing an all-new truck to the tour: Rhinomite — the dynamite Rhino themed truck. Charging horn-first into challenges, Rhinomite explodes on the scene with a mission to…

Y Not Festival Announces Huge Headliners for 2026

Today, Y Not Festival reveal their headliners for 2026, alongside the first wave of what’s set to be a huge line-up. The nineteenth edition of the North’s prime festival is back from 30 July to 2 August. The Libertines will get the party started on Thursday, before a massive weekend of hits from headliners Reytons,…

JOE & THE JUICE DOUBLES DOWN IN MANCHESTER WITH NEW STORES

Joe & The Juice is excited to announce the opening of its newest UK store at the Trafford Centre on Friday 28th November 2025, bringing the brand’s signature Scandinavian energy, fresh food and functional drinks to one of the country’s most visited shopping destinations. Landing on Black Friday, the Trafford Centre launch will give shoppers…

Bounty-inspired cocktails and loaded festive smash burgers: Christmas at The Alchemist

The Alchemist is bringing its signature theatrical flair to Christmas in Manchester this December with serves born from nostalgic favourites such as trifle and bounty-inspired cocktails along with a loaded festive smash burger. Launching on 17th November, guests can also get into the spirit with a three-course set menu, all for just £40. T’is the season…

Neon Lights, Electric Nights: Sexy Fish unveils ‘Sexy Fishmas’ – a neon-fuelled festive season in partnership with Don Julio

This festive season, Sexy Fish Manchester invites guests to dive into a world of dazzling colour, bold energy and celebration with the return of its signature end-of-year activation, Sexy Fishmas, in partnership with Don Julio. Reimagining Christmas, Sexy Fish is set to transform the holidays into an illuminated neon spectacle. Sexy Fishmas: This Christmas, the…

POPULAR HOTEL THE REACH AT PICCADILLY INTRODUCES SUNDAY ROAST OFFERING – COMPLETE WITH VIMTO-SEASONED VEGGIES FOR A MANC TWIST

The Reach at Piccadilly, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel, has officially launched its Sunday Roast, and it features the hotel’s signature Manc twists. Served up on Sundays at the hotel’s Lock 84 Restaurant & Bar, the new offering has been designed by Head Chef Chris Hall to encourage diners to slow down and savour their Sunday moments….

Chotto Matte Manchester and Claude’s unveils electric New Year’s Eve with views across Manchester

Manchester’s newest restaurant and bar, Chotto Matte and Claude’s Skyview Bar are inviting guests to kick off 2026 in true Chotto style with bold Nikkei flavours, signature cocktails, live entertainment and a night of pure energy. With panoramic views of the city’s iconic fireworks and a selection of elevated experiences, Chotto Matte and Claude’s will…

THE IVY SPINNINGFIELDS BRASSERIE UNVEILS FESTIVE SET MENU FOR 2025

From traditional Turkey Ballotine to a tangy Tamarind Beetroot & Endive Salad the festive set menu brings the best of festive flavours, reimagined by The Ivy across two or three courses [November 2025] This winter, The Ivy Spinningfields Brasserie, Manchester is inviting guests to celebrate the season with family and friends alike, with its Festive Set…

GLOBAL FUNCTIONAL FITNESS BRAND ANNOUNCES JULY 2026 EVENT AT ICONIC CITY CENTRE VENUE

DEKA, from the creators of Spartan™ is thrilled to announce the launch of DEKA  FIT Manchester, a groundbreaking indoor fitness event, testing a well-rounded mix of strength, endurance, and power. Taking place at the iconic Manchester Central venue in the heart of the city centre on 25th-26th July 2026, DEKA FIT Manchester is set to bring together athletes,…

PRODUCTION IMAGES RELEASED FOR THE SPECTACULAR NEW PRODUCTION OF MISS SAIGON AS A RETURN VISIT TO MANCHESTER’S PALACE THEATRE IS CONFIRMED FOLLOWING PHENOMENAL SALES

Michael Harrison, in association with Cameron Mackintosh, today releases production photography for the thrilling new production of MISS SAIGON, which sees Boublil and Schönberg’s legendary musical reborn. Miss Saigon is currently playing at Manchester’s Palace Theatre, where it opened on Tuesday, 4 November and runs until Saturday, 15 November 2025. Having played sold out performances to rapturous audiences in Newcastle, Edinburgh and now Manchester since opening the new production,…