FREE THINGS GUIDE: We’ve rounded up the best free things to do in and around Manchester this week featuring a huge outdoor party at the Progress Centre, a zine launch over at The Old Pint Pot and many more…

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CORAM BOY: This June, the Olivier-and-Tony-nominated production of Coram Boy brings a whirlwind story of angels, orphans and deadly deeds to The Lowry, backed by a soaring score featuring breathtaking classical arrangements...

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THE GORTON RUSH CART: A Manchester-based artist has reimagined a 200-year-old farm cart to draw attention to issues around sustainability in the art world...

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DEAR BILLY: This Saturday at The Lowry, the smash-hit production Dear Billy offers a unique, touching and wildly funny tribute to the one and only Billy Connolly...

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STRETFEST: A free, neighbourhood-wide festival comes to Stretford this July, featuring a diverse lineup of music, art, dance and workshops across the town’s venues and public spaces...

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MACFEST: From comics and photography to calligraphy and the natural world, Muslim Arts & Culture Festival presents a diverse series of free online events throughout the summer as part of the International Festival programme...

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GIG GUIDE: Manchester's best gigs this week ft The Lovely Eggs 🥚 📺 at New Century, a Leaf Promotions showcase at The Castle Hotel and loads more...

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ENDING ON A HIGH: Next month, the BBC Philharmonic concludes its triumphant season of orchestral wonder at The Bridgewater Hall with Ending on a High, a majestic concert packed with bombastic, dazzling arrangements from three iconic composers...

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AN EVENING WITH: This Thursday, The Edge hosts a special evening with popular local artist, Stanley Chow, as his latest exhibition at the Chorlton venue draws to a close...

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OASIS COLLECTION: The ‘largest ever collection’ of Oasis memorabilia to be displayed in new exhibition at Salford Lads Club this June...

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EDEN PROJECT UPDATE: A brand new piece of the Eden Project is edging closer to arriving in the North, as progress on the Eden Project Morecambe moves forward...

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YOGA BRUNCH: Whether you know the difference between a Tadasana and a high lunge, or in fact have never even tried yoga before, Hyatt Hotels Manchester welcomes newcomers and yogi veterans alike for its 18-story-high yoga brunch...

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COMEDY GUIDE: Tour shows in town from Sam Campbell and Emmanuel Sonubi - UK TOUR ON SALE NOW at The Lowry and Gauri B at The Frog and Bucket MCR make up our picks of must-see comedy this week in Manchester...

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THEATRE SPOTLIGHT: Coming to The Lowry from tomorrow, magical concept gig Birthmarked brings a captivating production brimming with inspirational courage, unapologetic confidence and show-stopping drag...

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JAPAN WEEK: A huge international cultural celebration featuring hundreds of Japanese performers is set to take over Manchester next year after the city was chosen to host Japan Week 2025...

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FAMILY FUN: Alongside a spectacular programme of concerts running throughout the summer, Royal Northern College of Music hosts a series of engaging concerts, events and activities for the entire family to enjoy, from live movie soundtracks to action-packed festivals...

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CHEAP HALF TERM EATS: All the places kids can eat for free, or for £1, throughout May half-term...

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MCR BALLET GUIDE: From delightful reimagined fairytales to life-altering smash-hit tours, Manchester’s upcoming ballet calendar offers a series of astonishingly diverse performances guaranteed to captivate newcomers and connoisseurs alike...

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SUMMER THEATRE GUIDE: From captivating adaptations of timeless children’s classics to brand new productions featuring beloved TV characters, Manchester’s renowned theatres host some of the very best shows around this Summer...

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PIP: Treehouse Hotel, Manchester’s new contemporary haven of escapism and adventure, has unveiled the name and concept of its first destination restaurant, Pip, by local culinary legend Mary-EllenMcTague...

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