Entertainment

2nd March 2026 | By William Narayn-Nicholas

The BRITs 2026 – a fresh set of eyes on tradition

The excitement across Manchester has been palpable since it was announced that the BRIT Awards were heading north. Art trails, reimagined Metrolink stations and fringe...

26th February 2026 | By Phoebe Low

Dynamic art trail transforms city centre for BRIT awards  

Local illustrators have turned Manchester’s streets into a music themed open-air gallery ahead of the Brit awards this weekend.   To celebrate the BRIT Awards on Saturday, six talented illustrators...

20th February 2026 | By Alex Price

Students from Man Met team up to showcase new music talent as part of Brits awards in Manchester

For the first time since they began in 1977 the Brit awards are being held in Manchester. The relocation up north is not the only...

15th December 2025 | By Alex Price

The Smiths drummer celebrates Manchester book launch detailing his time in acclaimed indie band

The Smiths drummer Mike Joyce says that being in one of the most acclaimed indie bands of the 80s was “very unique and unusual”. In...

4th December 2025 | By Alex Price

Is this Fallowfield’s new student gig hotspot?

For many years, students in Manchester have flocked to Fallowfield. Although there is certainly no shortage of bars and pubs in the area, there has...

22nd October 2025 | By Scarlet Chambers

Bargain booze: Manchester’s cheapest drinks for students- ranked!

As the nights get longer, it’s easy to fall into familiar habits and keep going to the same boring bar every weekend. Are you looking...

25th October 2024 | By Ellie Double

Review: Manchester Literature Festival – Earth Prayers with Carol Ann Duffy and John Sampson

Poetry icon Carol Ann Duffy and talented musician John Sampson have been performing together for 20 years, combining their skills to create magic on stage...

18th May 2024 | By Makenna Ali

Famous photographer Richard Davis shares his fascination with Hulme

Famous photographer Richard Davis shares the story behind his Hulme photography collection book which documents the area from the 1980s to the 1990s.

17th May 2024 | By Rebecca Mills

Whalley Range Festival removes cost barriers, offering affordable fun for all

The annual Whalley Range Celebrate Festival has overcome barriers posed by the cost-of-living crisis, offering an affordable day out for the local community.

15th May 2024 | By Amber Brooks

RADAR Festival supports grassroots venues with a £1 levy fund

A Trafford festival is to be the first in the country to donate a percentage of ticket profits to grassroots venues in need.

14th May 2024 | By Makenna Ali

Sarah Lancashire CBE makes history for Hulme Grammar School

Hulme Grammar School Sarah Lancashire CBE alumna wins her third BAFTA for the Best Leading Actress putting Hulme back in the news.

9th May 2024 | By Anna Klekot

Historic Chorlton pub paves the way for new era of live music venues

One of the oldest pubs in Chorlton reopened in April. New landlords musician Jonny Booth and actor Rupert Hill have taken over the grade II listed building and are looking at making it a space for everyone.

23rd April 2024 | By Matthew Barber

Russell T Davies: New Doctor Who is ‘madder than ever’

Russell T Davies the new showrunner of Doctor Who has stated the show will be madder, funnier, bigger and broader than ever before.

16th April 2024 | By Emmanuella Coffie

Katy Perry tops the bill for a thrilling week of entertainment ahead

Katy Perry’s Wardrobe Woes: American Idol judge Katy Perry top breaks mid-filming Katy Perry experienced a wardrobe malfunction on American Idol when her metal top...

16th April 2024 | By Anna Klekot

The first ever urban gardening show is among several top attractions happening in Manchester this weekend

Want to know what's on this weekend in Manchester? From a one-of-a-kind urban garden show to a free interactive exhibition, our guide has something for everyone.

13th March 2024 | By Martha Norris

More than a Museum in Cheetham Hill

Manchester’s Jewish Museum is opening its doors in many ways to bring local and the wider community of Cheetham Hill.  The newly renovated space of...

7th March 2024 | By Makenna Ali

Green Island Festival is returning to Hulme in the summer

Green Island Festiva will be kicking off this summer with a stage set up in the Hulme Community Garden Centre.

7th February 2024 | By Rebecca Mills

The UK’s largest Japanese film festival returns to Manchester in 2024

The Japan Foundation Touring Film Programme returns to Manchester this February. This event is perfect for those interested in films, particularly those passionate about Japanese-inspired cinema. The Japan Foundation Touring Film Programme will run from February 12 to March 6 at the HOME cinema in Manchester.

11th December 2023 | By Matthew Barber

International superstars set for shows in unexpected town

Richard Ashcroft, the Lathums, James Arthur and Noel Gallagher are set to headline Robin Park arena, Wigan.

6th December 2023 | By Makenna Ali

Manchester City of Literature celebrates writing from the LGBTQ+ community

Writers, storytellers, and members of the LGBTQ+ community gathered at the Manchester Poetry Library for the Our Stories conference to celebrate Queer literature. Our Stories...