For the first time in its history, The BRIT Awards with Mastercard will leave the capital and make its way north. The iconic celebration of British music is set to electrify Manchester’s Co-op Live in 2026 and 2027, marking a bold new chapter for the legendary event, after nearly five decades in London. The BRIT Awards 2026 will take place on Saturday…
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Cuts & Crusts: Manchester’s Newest Pizzeria FORBICI Gives Dads a Slice and Style This Father’s Day
Manchester’s newest pizza hotspot, Forbici, is turning Father’s Day into a celebration of food and fresh fades by treating dads across the city to a complimentary haircut at the renowned Manchester barbershop, Urban Gent. Fresh off the back of its exciting launch, Forbici is eager to make its mark on Manchester, and what better way than by…
NOMAD COMEDY AND CREATURES COMEDY CLUB ANNOUNCE: CREATURES COMEDY FESTIVAL 2025
After a hugely successful debut, Creatures Comedy Festival is back and it’s gonna be bigger, bolder and badder than ever. Presented by Manchester’s only 7 night a week comedy club, the Festival will focus on creating a space outside of London for acts to preview before Edinburgh, giving Manchester residents access to shows right before they…
Celebrate Easter at Sexy Fish Manchester
Sexy Fish Manchester has announced a jam-packed Easter of activities for all of the family to enjoy – with children able to eat for free throughout the holidays – and an iconic Sexy Fish Dinner Party with a host of special guest DJs. New Kids Menu & Kids Eat Free at Sexy Fish Manchester during…
The Little Disco presents Lil’ Louis – in Manchester on Easter Thursday
This April, The Little Disco and La Discothèque, proudly presents a two-city special across Easter with one of house music’s true originators: Lil’ Louis. First up: Manchester, where the godfather of house touches down on Easter Thursday 17 April for an unmissable appearance at Amber’s, Manchester’s most exciting new club venue. This is an intimate,…
Lawn Club announces bottomless brunch ideal for hen parties and bridal celebrations
Popular Bar & Kitchen in the heart of Spinningfields, Manchester, The Lawn Club, has announced offerings tailored for hen parties, including hen-do’s and bottomless brunches. With flexible event spaces, dedicated service, and bespoke packages, the venue provides an ideal setting for pre-wedding celebrations. For those looking to kick off their bridal festivities in style, The Lawn Club’s…
SPOTTED: GHOSTS CHASE PAC-MAN THROUGH MANCHESTER AHEAD OF NEW IMMERSIVE EXPERIENCE OPENING
Ahead of “the PAC-MAN LIVE EXPERIENCE” opening its doors to the public this Friday (21st March), PAC-MAN himself was spotted being chased through the streets of Manchester by the iconic Ghosts: BLINKY, PINKY, INKY and CLYDE. The immersive experience – launched by Bandai Namco Entertainment, in collaboration with Little Lion Entertainment – sent five PAC-cabs out…
SOUND CITY+ CONFERENCE: THE NEW HEART OF THE MUSIC BUSINESS
This year’s Sound City+ Conference will take place in Liverpool on Friday 2nd May with a packed schedule of future-facing discussions, workshops, masterclasses and networking opportunities confirming Sound City’s place at the heart of the music business, championing and supporting new creative and industry talent. The latest edition of the conference will see music industry…
Introducing renae: A New Creative Hub for Manchester’s Northern Quarter
This spring, Manchester’s vibrant Northern Quarter will welcome renae, a multi-concept venue set to redefine community spaces on Thomas Street. Born from the shared vision of two long-time friends who first met on a dance floor in 2010, renae is a love letter to the city’s thriving creative, cultural, and musical scenes. It’s a place…
Maturo Restaurant Group announce launch of NYX in former Georges site
Maturo Restaurant Group has announced a takeover of the former George’s site located in Worsley with their new Mediterranean concept, NYX. The venue, which has been completely refurbished, will feature an elegant but inviting decor with a ‘simple but special’ menu paying homage to the Mediterranean with its design. The menu has been expertly curated…
TRAFFORD CENTRE OFFICIALLY UNVEILS NEW DINING DEVELOPMENT, SHOWCASING HOMEGROWN RESTAURANTS
Trafford Centre has officially unveiled its new dining development, dedicated solely to homegrown restaurants, in a first for the centre. The newly refurbished ‘Eastern Garden’ area, in the Upper Orient, showcases independent brands from across Greater Manchester, including Nichi, Chit ‘n’ Chaat, Hello Oriental restaurant and bakery, and Blanchflower Coffee and Bakery. Diners can expect…
Y Not Festival reveals latest stellar acts for 2025 bill
Twenty years since its debut, Y Not Festival unveils its latest major acts for 2025, with special guests The Futureheads joining the line-up alongside The Slow Readers Club and The Subways. They join previously announced headliners The Prodigy, Courteeners and Madness, as well as Thursday headliner The Wombats, across the weekend of 31 July to…