Featured Events in Manchester in June, 2025 (May Updated)

SUBARCTIC MONKEYS + THE KOPYCAT KILLERS + SCAM FENDER + OASIS 96 Please note this show is 14+ (under 16s must be accompanied by an 18+ adult / Proof of age is required at entry.) Websites - http://thekopycatkillers.com // http://scamfender.com // http://subarcticmonkeys.comOasis 96 Instagram - http://instagram.com/thekopycatkillerstribute // http://instagram.com/scamfender // http://instagram.com/subarcticmonkeystributehttp://instagram.com/oasis96tribute -- Best tribute band I've ever seen, and I've photographed hundreds D.Cowley -- Scam Fender sound great to be fair, this is great - Greg James Radio One - 7.2.22 -- I've booked tribute in LA for years, this is the best of the best - Steve Ochs -- I've seen Killers 50 times in 9 countries, I was blown away by this tribute - V.Moran -- They sound exactly like the Killers! (who I've seen 36 times) L.Johnson -- Outstanding Vocals - Is this a cover or a remix?? It's unclear.... YourEDM.com (on huge 'Mr Brightside' cover) H undreds more testimonials - http://thekopycatkillers.com/testimonials - ------ T YPICAL RUNNING ORDER/TIMINGS (please, PLEASE check instagram pages + your emails!! the night before for exact timings) O asis 96 - Oasis Songs - 30 mins S ub-Arctic Monkeys - Arctic Monkeys songs - 40 mins S cam Fender - Sam Fender songs - 45 mins T he Kopycat Killers - Killers songs - 60 mins - ---------- N.B - As per the videos below (please check them out) - this is T riple Tribute Show performed by the same musicians + Stuart Rook on vocals. Further, Miguel Carling perform the Oasis songs. They perform all of this music all over the UK as the individual, separate acts - which coming together for this special-length show. Information Source: Sub-Arctic Monkeys | eventbrite

THE KOPYCAT KILLERS + SCAM FENDER + SUBARCTIC MONKEYS + OASIS 96 14+ show (14-16s must be accompanied) Indiepalooza is an amazing touring indie-rock tribute festival featuring leading tributes to the Killers, Arctic Monkeys, Oasis and Sam Fender, all on night. This has sold out 1000 cap+ venues all over the country and in it’s 3rd year. The Kopycat Killers, Oasis 96, Scam Fender and Sub-Arctic Monkeys are some of the best tributes in the world, playing huge festivals both in the UK and abroad to thousands and thousands, now all coming together on this special touring festival show. “This. Is. Great. He is selling out all over the UK!” - Chris Moyles, Radio X “This is Great. He does sound great to be fair!” - Greg James, Radio 1 4 HOURS OF WALL TO WALL BANGERS ALL NIGHT!!! - Expect Mr Brightside, Don’t Look Back In Anger, Seventeen Going Under, I Bet That You Look Good On The Dancefloor, Hypersonic Missiles, Somebody Told Me, Wonderwall, Mardy Bum, Human, When You Were Young, Will We Talk?, Do I Wanna Know, Supersonic, All These Things That I’ve Done, She’s Electric, Why’d You Only Call Me When You’re High, Cigarettes and Alcohol, Read My Mind, Florescent Adolescent, Glamorous Indie Rock N Roll, R U Mine?, Smile Like You Mean It, Spit Of You, 505, Getting Started, Snap Out Of It, Some Might Say, People Watching and many more! Websites - http://thekopycatkillers.com // http://scamfender.com // http://subarcticmonkeys.com // Oasis 96 Instagram - http://instagram.com/thekopycatkillerstribute // http://instagram.com/scamfender // http://instagram.com/subarcticmonkeystribute // http://instagram.com/oasis96tribute -- "Best tribute band I've ever seen, and I've photographed hundreds" D.Cowley -- "Scam Fender sound great to be fair, this is great" - Greg James Radio One - 7.2.22 -- "I've booked tribute in LA for years, this is the best of the best" - Steve Ochs -- "I've seen Killers 50 times in 9 countries, I was blown away by this tribute" - V.Moran Hundreds more testimonials - http://thekopycatkillers.com/testimonials ------ TYPICAL RUNNING ORDER/TIMINGS (NOT ACTUAL TIMINGS JUST INDICATIVE please, PLEASE check instagram pages + your emails!! the night before for exact timings) 7pm Scam Fender 8pm Sub-Arctic Monkeys 9pm Oasis 96 10pm The Kopycat Killers - --------- N.B - As per the videos below (please check them out) - this is Tribute Show performed by the same musicians + Stuart Rook and Miguel Davide on vocals. Miguel Davide will perform the Oasis songs. All 4 acts perform all of this music all over the UK as the individual, separate acts - which coming together for this special-length Indiepalooza Show. Information Source: Indiepalooza | eventbrite

If there’s an event that could open the door to your next major acting opportunity, wouldn’t you want to be part of it? I have had the pleasure of organizing and hosting networking events for several years, and I am thrilled to share that our last gathering in February was a tremendous success. I am excited to invite you to our next Networking Event for actors and filmmakers. Networking is truly invaluable, and these events create a vibrant tapestry of industry professionals, from talented actors and visionary directors to innovative producers and dedicated crew members. This is your golden opportunity to forge connections that could lead to your next exhilarating project. Don’t miss the chance to meet potential collaborators who might inspire and elevate your work! Information Source: Marble Academy for Acting | eventbrite

THE KOPYCAT KILLERS + SCAM FENDER + SUBARCTIC MONKEYS + OASIS 96 14+ show (under 18s must be accompanied) W ebsites - http://thekopycatkillers.com // http://scamfender.com // http://subarcticmonkeys.com Oasis 96 Instagram - http://instagram.com/thekopycatkillerstribute // http://instagram.com/scamfender // http://instagram.com/subarcticmonkeystribute http://instagram.com/oasis96tribute -- Best tribute band I've ever seen, and I've photographed hundreds D.Cowley -- Scam Fender sound great to be fair, this is great - Greg James Radio One - 7.2.22 -- I've booked tribute in LA for years, this is the best of the best - Steve Ochs -- I've seen Killers 50 times in 9 countries, I was blown away by this tribute - V.Moran -- They sound exactly like the Killers! (who I've seen 36 times) L.Johnson -- Outstanding Vocals - Is this a cover or a remix?? It's unclear.... YourEDM.com (on huge 'Mr Brightside' cover) Hundreds more testimonials - http://thekopycatkillers.com/testimonials - ------ TYPICAL RUNNING ORDER/TIMINGS (please, PLEASE check instagram pages + your emails!! the night before for exact timings) Oasis 96 - Oasis Songs - 30 mins Scam Fender - Sam Fender songs - 40 mins Sub-Arctic Monkeys - Arctic Monkeys songs - 45 mins T he Kopycat Killers - Killers songs - 60 mins - ---------- N.B - As per the videos below (please check them out) - this is T riple Tribute Show performed by the same musicians + Stuart Rook on vocals. Further, Miguel Carling perform the Oasis songs. They perform all of this music all over the UK as the individual, separate acts - which coming together for this special-length show. Information Source: The Kopycat Killers | eventbrite

THE KOPYCAT KILLERS + SCAM FENDER + SUBARCTIC MONKEYS + OASIS 96 14+ show (14-16s must be accompanied) Indiepalooza is an amazing touring indie-rock tribute festival featuring leading tributes to the Killers, Arctic Monkeys, Oasis and Sam Fender, all on night. This has sold out 1000 cap+ venues all over the country and in it’s 3rd year. The Kopycat Killers, Oasis 96, Scam Fender and Sub-Arctic Monkeys are some of the best tributes in the world, playing huge festivals both in the UK and abroad to thousands and thousands, now all coming together on this special touring festival show. 4 HOURS OF WALL TO WALL BANGERS ALL NIGHT!!! - Expect Mr Brightside, Don’t Look Back In Anger, Seventeen Going Under, I Bet That You Look Good On The Dancefloor, Hypersonic Missiles, Somebody Told Me, Wonderwall, Mardy Bum, Human, When You Were Young, Will We Talk?, Do I Wanna Know, Supersonic, All These Things That I’ve Done, She’s Electric, Why’d You Only Call Me When You’re High, Cigarettes and Alcohol, Read My Mind, Florescent Adolescent, Glamorous Indie Rock N Roll, R U Mine?, Smile Like You Mean It, Spit Of You, 505, Getting Started, Snap Out Of It, Some Might Say, People Watching and many more! Websites - http://thekopycatkillers.com // http://scamfender.com // http://subarcticmonkeys.com // Oasis 96 Instagram - http://instagram.com/thekopycatkillerstribute // http://instagram.com/scamfender // http://instagram.com/subarcticmonkeystribute // http://instagram.com/oasis96tribute -- Best tribute band I've ever seen, and I've photographed hundreds D.Cowley -- Scam Fender sound great to be fair, this is great - Greg James Radio One - 7.2.22 -- I've booked tribute in LA for years, this is the best of the best - Steve Ochs -- I've seen Killers 50 times in 9 countries, I was blown away by this tribute - V.Moran Hundreds more testimonials - http://thekopycatkillers.com/testimonials ------ TYPICAL RUNNING ORDER/TIMINGS (NOT ACTUAL TIMINGS JUST INDICATIVE please, PLEASE check instagram pages + your emails!! the night before for exact timings) 7pm Scam Fender 8pm Sub-Arctic Monkeys 9pm Oasis 96 10pm The Kopycat Killers - --------- N.B - As per the videos below (please check them out) - this is Tribute Show performed by the same musicians + Stuart Rook and Miguel Carling on vocals. Miguel Carling will perform the Oasis songs. All 4 acts perform all of this music all over the UK as the individual, separate acts - which coming together for this special-length Indiepalooza Show. Information Source: Indiepalooza | eventbrite

THE KOPYCAT KILLERS + SCAM FENDER + SUBARCTIC MONKEYS+ OASIS 96 14+ show (under 18s must be accompanied) W ebsites - http://thekopycatkillers.com // http://scamfender.com // http://subarcticmonkeys.comOasis 96 I nstagram - http://instagram.com/thekopycatkillerstribute // http://instagram.com/scamfender // http://instagram.com/subarcticmonkeystributehttp://instagram.com/oasis96tribute -- Best tribute band I've ever seen, and I've photographed hundreds D.Cowley -- Scam Fender sound great to be fair, this is great - Greg James Radio One - 7.2.22 -- I've booked tribute in LA for years, this is the best of the best - Steve Ochs -- I've seen Killers 50 times in 9 countries, I was blown away by this tribute - V.Moran -- They sound exactly like the Killers! (who I've seen 36 times) L.Johnson -- Outstanding Vocals - Is this a cover or a remix?? It's unclear.... YourEDM.com (on huge 'Mr Brightside' cover) H undreds more testimonials - http://thekopycatkillers.com/testimonials - ------ T YPICAL RUNNING ORDER/TIMINGS (please, PLEASE check instagram pages + your emails!! the night before for exact timings) O asis 96 - Oasis Songs - 30 mins S ub-Arctic Monkeys - Arctic Monkeys songs - 40 mins S cam Fender - Sam Fender songs - 45 mins T he Kopycat Killers - Killers songs - 60 mins - ---------- N.B - As per the videos below (please check them out) - this is T riple Tribute Show performed by the same musicians + Stuart Rook on vocals. Miguel Carling perform the Oasis songs. They perform all of this music all over the UK as the individual, separate acts - which coming together for this special-length show. Information Source: Scam Fender | eventbrite

We are delighted for you to join us this year for The Manchester Society of Architects Awards 160. This year we will be doing things a little different with additional awards and after party to celebrate our 160th year as a society. The awards ceremony will be hosted from the fabulous Royal Exchange Theatre. Limited tickets available so make sure you don’t miss out. Tickets include food + refreshments and afterparty admission. *Those who have purchased a student ticket MUST bring their Student ID with them on the evening, to present when registering at the door. Access – via main entrance on Cross Street Please let us know if you have any accessibility needs. Please let us know if you have any dietary requirements. Dress Code: Informal Starts at 18.30 – 00:00. Information Source: Manchester Architects | eventbrite

Carlos Santana Manchester promises to be an unforgettable evening of music and artistry at the renowned Co-opLive in Manchester. On June 19, 2025, at 18:30, the legendary guitarist Carlos Santana will grace the stage, delivering a performance that blends his iconic Latin-infused rock with a touch of blues and jazz. Known for his electrifying guitar solos and soulful melodies, Santana's concerts are a testament to his enduring talent and passion for music. Attendees can expect a setlist that spans his illustrious career, featuring classics like "Black Magic Woman" and "Smooth," alongside newer compositions. The Co-opLive venue, situated in the heart of Manchester, offers state-of-the-art acoustics and an intimate atmosphere, ensuring that every note resonates with the audience. This event is a must-see for music enthusiasts and Santana fans alike, promising an evening of pure musical magic.

Balloons & Beats will take place at multiple locations, providing an action-packed weekend for all ages. Visitors will be treated to breathtaking balloon displays and lights that illuminate the night sky. The highlight of the event is the SkySafari® Night Lights, where hot air balloons light up the night sky in perfect rhythm to a choreographed soundtrack. The burners are synchronized to the music, creating a magical and enchanting experience, and the animal-shaped SkySafari® hot air balloons are the highlight, creating a once-in-a-lifetime spectacle. In addition to the night lights, the festival will also feature exciting live music, thrilling monster truck stunts, fairground rides, craft booths, interactive children's characters, Punch & Judy performances and plenty of food and beverage options to keep guests happy.

Move & Groove: Unleash Your Energy in Manchester! Join us for an electrifying fitness experience that will leave you buzzing with energy and excitement! Move & Groove is bringing its high-octane event to Manchester, featuring an incredible lineup of certified instructors ready to lead you through a heart-pumping, three-hour fitness journey. What to Expect: Xtreme HipHop: Get your groove on with dynamic step routines that blend hip-hop beats with intense cardio. Xtreme Burn: Push your limits with a full-body workout designed to torch calories and build strength. Dancefit: Let loose and dance your way to fitness with fun, rhythmic moves that keep you smiling. Date: Saturday, 28th June Location: Manchester Time: 3 hours of non-stop cardio bliss Whether you're a fitness enthusiast or just looking for a fun way to stay active, this event promises an unforgettable experience. Embrace the challenge, feel the rhythm, and connect with a community that celebrates movement and vitality. Secure your spot today and get ready to Move & Groove! Information Source: Prema - Be ShuPrem | eventbrite

Get ready to be whisked away to the heart of Broadway with a show-stopping brunch experience like no other. Join us on Saturday 28th June 2025, from 12-4pm for an afternoon filled with glitz, glamour and all your favorite musical hits! From Dirty Dancing to Chicago and West Side Story, you'll be surrounded by the magic of the stage while enjoying cocktails, a live DJ and dazzling drag hosts who will keep the party going all day. Enjoy a live show featuring epic performances inspired by Broadway classics, audience participation and dance-offs that will have you singing along and up on your feet. Test your Broadway knowledge with party games, win big prizes and revel in a party filled with music and unforgettable memories. Cocktails – The bars have loads of cocktails to choose from, sip on some delicious drinks to keep the party going.Street food - With 11 different food traders on site options are plentiful!We don't charge for food on our tickets to ensure you have as much choice as possible when choosing what to eat. With 11 food traders to choose from there is somthing for everyone. If you don't want to eat and you're just coming for the party then you're in the right place, again this is another reason we have decided not to charge for food within the ticket price! Don't miss this chance to experience the thrill of Broadway up close – get your tickets now and let the music and magic take you away! Information Source: Xperience Live | eventbrite

Come and look behind the scenes of Manchester’s publicly owned sculpture collection. Part exhibition, part research space, Out of the Crate delves into the un-tapped history of the collection. This is an opportunity to investigate sculpture through access to stored collections and archival material. Find out what’s in store and how we look after it, help unlock hidden stories about works we know very little about and explore how artworks might encourage conversation. We have about 400 sculptures from antiquity to the present day and, until recently, less than 5% were on display. As well as modern and contemporary works, there are 19th-century sculptures and works from earlier periods that have rarely been seen this century and are under-researched. On display are a large range of materials including marble, bronze, wood, glass, ceramic and paper, a variety of sizes and shapes and different techniques of making. From bronze medals decorated with reliefs to large-scale free-standing 3D works, you can now see around 30% of the sculpture collection here. In terms of representation, we should also consider who has and hasn’t been included in the collection.

With four zones to explore, the exhibition is home over 100 football annuals, featuring iconic publishers such as Charlie Buchan, Match, Shoot and Match of the Day, as well as player and club-specific editions. Test your footy knowledge with brainteasers and quizzes, have a go at our annuals-inspired games, and become the cover star in our new interactive!

A Riot In Three Acts is a large-scale installation using the tropes and techniques of cinema, in the form of an expansive film set and cinematic score, to consider riots and civil uprisings that have occurred in response to systemic injustice experienced by marginalised communities. The exhibition provides a stage for the complex narratives that accompany such collective actions directed against the state, often spurred by racist policing, social deprivation, youth disenfranchisement and anti-war sentiment.Originally commissioned by and developed in residence at Somerset House Studios in London, the work evolves from Perretta’s experience as a young person during the UK riots in 2011. Initially a response to police violence in London, the riots became a national uprising brought on by an age of endless austerity, quickly spreading to Manchester, Bristol, Birmingham and beyond.

On 22 August 1964, Match of the Day was shown on our screens for the very first time. 60 years on, the BBC’s flagship highlights show is the longest-running football programme in the world, becoming a revered staple in millions of households across the country. The National Football Museum has teamed up with BBC Archives to celebrate Match of the Day’s remarkable tenure, as well as casting an eye towards its future. See fascinating objects from the show’s history, including one of John Motson’s legendary sheepskin coats, original scripts and documents, and one of the cameras used to film colour broadcasts in the 1970s Hear from iconic presenters, watch a fascinating short film charting the show’s evolution through the decades, and share your thoughts and memories on Match of the Day.

Join us for some Japanese Painting onto Silk Fans. We’ll teach you some basics of the Japanese Painting style known as Nihonga (日本画) and teach you how to paint using traditional materials that includes bamboo brushes, sumi ink, Gansai Tambi 顔彩耽美 (Traditional Japanese colours), gold leaves onto Silk Fans We’ll bring a large selection of seasonal references from a wide range of Japanese Artists, both classic and contemporary. We often focus on specially selected topics Most of our students haven’t painted in a long time. This painting class is suitable for beginners as well as those with a little more artistic experience, so don't worry if it's your first time. Your teacher will be on hand to provide guidance and answer any questions. We just ask that you treat Ula with respect by listening to her demonstration as well as her advice. Afterwards, you'll get the chance to stand back and admire your beautiful Japanese painting. You'll head home with your piece and a new skill that's perfect to practice whenever you're looking to clear your head. Location & Refreshments: The workshop takes place at the Brewdog Outpost , located on Oxford Road, Manchester. The venue offers a relaxed atmosphere with food and drinks (both hot and alcoholic) available throughout and after the workshop. Why not make a day of it? It's the perfect way to spend a Sunday. Important Notice: At the end of the session, we’ll take photos of your artwork and the class for our social media and promotional materials. If you’re not comfortable with this, please let us know before the workshop. Other Details: Duration: 2.5 hours Materials Provided: All art materials, including Sumi ink , Gansai Tambi mineral paints , gold leaf , S ilk Fans and protective aprons . What to Bring: Just wear comfortable clothes (something you don’t mind getting a little paint on) and bring a bag to carry home your artwork. Age Group: This workshop is for ages 16+ . For any concerns, feel free to reach out at floatingartuk @gmail.com . Final Note: This workshop begins with a demonstration, If you are too late for the demonstration we will do our best to help you make the most of the workshop but we wouldn't be able to prioritise late comers above those that attend on time. Follow Us: Stay up to date with all our workshops and events on Instagram and Facebook: @artfloat . For more information and to book your spot, visit our website: www.floatingart.co.uk . Here are some recent examples from our participants. Information Source: Floating Art Workshop | eventbrite

SIMHA Presents: Awakening at Halle St Peter's Empowered by lululemon •Intention Setting: We’ll kick off the experience by setting clear and empowering intentions to align with your aspirations for the season ahead. •Heart Opening Cacao Ceremony: Open your heart with our organic, sustainably sourced, Ceremonial Cacao, designed to nourish your spirit and elevate your energy. •Invigorating Yoga Session: Flow through a rejuvenating Dharma yoga practice that harmonises body and mind, preparing you for deeper connection and release. •Sound Healing Journey: Immerse yourself in a deeply restorative sound therapy experience featuring bowls, drums, combined vocals and a plethora of instruments, promoting profound relaxation and inner peace. This gathering invites you to recalibrate, manifest your desires, and step boldly into your highest self. Don’t miss this chance to nourish your body, mind, and spirit while unlocking the power of manifestation! Clothing: Comfortable layered attire suitable for movement and relaxation. Information Source: eventbrite

With a VIP ticket you are guaranteed entry to the Karaoke Meet & Greet, Q&A panel, a selfie with Charlie and a guaranteed karaoke song to either sing by yourself or with Charlie. Additional selfies, and autographs are sold separately. With standard tickets you are guaranteed entry to the Karaoke Meet & Greet, Q&A panel and a chance to sing with Charlie. Autographs & selfies will be on sale. This is an exclusive event with only 50 standard tickets and 10 VIP tickets available. Don't miss an intimate evening with Charlie with karaoke, a panel and a raffle! Information Source: Amanda Summers Music | eventbrite

Raul Kohli: Raul Brittania Come join us for a night of laughter at the Frog and Bucket Comedy Club with the hilarious Raul Kohli! Get ready for an evening filled with witty jokes, clever observations, and maybe even a surprise or two. Raul's unique style of comedy is sure to have you laughing all night long. Don't miss out on this in-person event, it's going to be a blast! Information Source: FAB Comedy | eventbrite

We are excited to welcome travel writer Ben Aitken to Deansgate, discussing his latest work Sh*tty Breaks: A Celebration of Unsung Cities . The latest in a line of charming, eccentric and hilarious works—see also The Gran Tour , A Chip Shop in Poznan and Dear Bill Bryson: Footnotes from a Small Island— comes a powerful and delightful antidote to smug travelogues of popular places. Joined in conversation by author and poet Jonny Rodgers, the pair will be discussing Ben's insightful trip around the UK's less frequented towns and the treasures that be found in these unlikely (and underrated!) places. About Sh*tty Breaks Not everything that glitters is gold - which is why Ben Aitken gave London the cold shoulder and went to Preston instead. Hailing from Portsmouth, Ben knew from experience that unfashionable places could be quietly brilliant. So, over the course of a year, the author of A Chip Shop in Poznan and The Gran Tour visited twelve of the least popular spots in the UK and Ireland for a city break. The motivation wasn’t to take the mickey or stick the boot in, but to seek out the good stuff, to uncover the gems, to have a nice time. By doing so, he hoped to demonstrate that anywhere – like anyone – can be interesting and nourishing and enjoyable if approached in the right fashion. Ben went skiing in Sunderland, to the football in Wrexham, and fell in love with Dunfermline. He kissed an alpaca in Bradford, suffered jellied eels in Chelmsford, and had more craic in Limerick than was wise. The upshot is a celebration of the underdog; a hymn to the wrong direction; and evidencethat there’s no such thing as a shitty break. What’s more, by spreading its affection beyond the usual suspects (which are often overdone and overpriced), Sh*tty Breaks promotes a less expensive and more sustainable brand of travel. By ghosting Bath and giving Lisbon the boot, the book champions the unsung in an algorithmic, over-signposted world dominated by celebs and hotspots. Cheeky weekend in Milton Keynes anyone? "Driven both by a real love for people and an abiding sense of the ridiculous, Ben Aitken walks and talks his charming way around the unsung cities of the British Isles. For all that it is funny, and it really is, it is also an important love letter to ordinariness in all its forms which, in these needy times, is a precious thing. Funny and immensely thought provoking."— Roger Morgan-Grenville , author of The Restless Coast About the author BEN AITKEN was born under Thatcher, grew to 6ft then stopped, and is an Aquarius. He is the author of six books: Dear Bill Bryson , A Chip Shop in Poznan (a Times bestseller), The Gran Tour (‘Both moving and hilarious’, Spectator), The Marmalade Diaries , Here Comes the Fun and Sh*tty Breaks . JONNY RODGERS is a writer of poetry and short fiction from the Northwest. He completed a doctorate in Contemporary Fiction at the University of Manchester and now teaches in Manchester. His work has been featured in various publications including: Envoi , Lighthouse and Stand . Information Source: Waterstones | eventbrite

Join us for an exclusive panel discussion and networking event in Manchester, hosted by Kat Martyn , co-founder of Skin School Training, plus a panel of special guest beauty industry peers. This event is particularly aimed at sole traders who are running their own skincare businesses independently. What we’ll cover + Create your own signature sales system + Build business confidence + How to book more appointments + Tips to drive additional revenue FEE: £50 per ticket per person. Max 2 per salon. Ticket costs will be refunded back onto your iiaa account. *No shows or cancellations under 48hrs will not be refunded Tickets very limited and first come first served. Please RSVP stating if you are a salon owner of a sole trader. Information Source: iiaa | eventbrite

Theme of this netwalk Did the roaring 20s reach Manchester? Find out about a city reeling from war and pandemic, in grief and unrest, but also moving forward in a decade of contrasts. Amidst new consumerism, a growing nightlife, and daring fashions, life was changing, especially for women. Hear how Manchester and Mancunians responded. Who are these netwalks for? Business professionals who are interested in Manchester history, and like informal networking. Suitable whether you know the city very well or not at all. Guests often work in law, accountancy, banking, property, marketing etc in the city and beyond. Where and when? Meet outside Dog Bowl, Whitworth Street West (opposite The Ritz) The walk starts at 12.30pm and ends at 1.30pm but I’ll be there from 12.15pm for anyone who wants to fit in some networking before we start. Practical details This walk includes some steps and uneven ground so contact me if this might be a problem for you. Netwalks go ahead in all weathers, so please dress for the weather and a walk around town. If you have COVID, please do not attend. Please let me know if you do not wish your name and company name to appear on a list of attendees. The event does not include lunch. About netwalks Find out more about the city's history and architecture, and hear plenty of entertaining stories of Mancunians past, all while mixing with fellow professionals and members of Manchester’s business community. You can also book private walks. Philippa qualified as a Green Badge guide in 2009, achieving the highest marks in her class, and has guided guests in the city ever since. She started Manchester netwalks in 2014. Information Source: Philippa Vishnyakov | eventbrite

Manchester Academy of Fine Arts MAFA presents a discussion on “Looking Back, Moving Forward - Creating, Collecting and Conserving Art in Manchester”. Contributors include Hannah Williamson, Curator of Fine Art at Manchester Art Gallery, Peter Davis, MAFA Archivist and Wendy Levy, Gallerist in Manchester for 40 years. Chairing the discussion will be Dr Fionna Barber, Reader in Art History in the Department of Art and Performance at Manchester School of Art. Hannah Williamson has been a Curator at Manchester Art Gallery for 12 years. Previously she worked at Hat Works, the hat museum in Stockport, and at the National Trust’s Quarry Bank Mill. She is interested in connecting industrial and social history with art history, and in exploring lesser-known art movements. Her curating cuts across time to make unexpected combinations, and her keenest professional pleasure is found in talking about art. Hannah has recently started a PhD in museum history at Manchester Metropolitan University. She lives in Macclesfield and serves on the board of trustees of Macclesfield Silk Museum. Peter Davis has been MAFA’s Archivist since 2022 and delivers talks on our archives. He is also a Northwest based professional artist whose paintings capture contemporary life, reflecting today’s societal narratives, including technology addiction, mental health, race and gender. His work is held in public collections, and he has exhibited widely including the John Moores Painting Prize 2020 and the Herbert Smith Freehills Portrait Prize 2024 at the National Portrait Gallery. As well as being a MAFA member, Peter also belongs to the Contemporary British Portrait Painters (CBPP) and Castlefield Gallery Associates. Wendy Levy is a patron of MAFA. Wendy’s career began in 1971 at the Pitcairn Galleries, Knutsford, founded and owned by Peter Burdett. Eventually she took on the gallery showing work by artists including Sir Matthew Smith, L.S. Lowry, and David Bomberg. Later, she went on to show work Ben Nicholson, Winifred Nicholson and many other St Ives artists. From 2000 until 2013, Wendy continued showing work in her gallery in Didsbury; exhibiting North West artists, including some Manchester Academicians; representing, nurturing and assisting in establishing their careers. She continues to promote artists by presenting exhibitions in her online gallery. This talk is a precursor to an exhibition by the Manchester Academy of Fine Arts at Manchester Cathedral entitled ‘Voyages’ ( July 2nd – August 31st 2025), where the idea of discovery through a voyage personal to the artists is reflected in their works. The catalogue accompanying the exhibition will feature contributions by the participants extracted from the Bunker Talks. Find out more about MAFA at www.mafa.org.uk Bunker Talks This event is part of Bunker Talks. Bunker Talks invite artists and researchers to talk about who they are and what they do. Curated by the Performance Research Group at Manchester School of Art, Bunker Talks explore geopolitical, ecological or economic concerns. The talks create space for critical encounters, presentations, provocation and dialogue. Originally conceived in the pandemic to explore how artists, writers, curators and researchers continued to make and share their work, live Bunker Talks now take place at The Salutation every month. Since 2020, over 145 talks have been hosted by Art & Performance Researchers and colleagues from across the Faculty of Arts and Humanities. All talks are recorded, edited, captioned and then archived to create an online catalogue, capturing how artists, makers and curators think about the world today. Find previous talks here: https://www.art.mmu.ac.uk/bunkertalks/ Information Source: Arts & Humanities, Department of Art & Performance | eventbrite

Driving Innovation in Transport and Mobility Join us for a special Tech Leader Talk where we’ll be joined by senior technology leaders from some of the most influential organisations shaping the future of transport and mobility. This session brings together executive-level speakers from Transport for Greater Manchester (TfGM) , CAVU (part of the MAG Group), and Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) . These industry leaders are driving large-scale digital transformation, tackling complex challenges, and setting strategic direction within their organisations — from revolutionising urban transport systems to advancing connected vehicles and digital passenger experiences. Together, they’ll explore: How emerging technologies are redefining transport and mobility The role of digital innovation in decarbonisation and sustainability Data-driven infrastructure, connected systems, and what’s next for the sector This is a rare opportunity to hear directly from those leading at the very top of the transport technology space. Date: Wednesday 4th June 2025 Location: No1 Circle Square, Symphony Park, Manchester, M1 7FS Spaces are limited — secure your place to gain insight from these senior leaders and connect with peers shaping the future of transport. Information Source: Manchester Digital | eventbrite

Our Wednesday night Speed Dating event is an evening of fast, fun & flirty dates for ages 30-45 within the stylish surroundings of Banyan in Manchester. Expect to meet around 15 people at this popular event in Manchester. The crowd is always well dressed & ready to let their hair down after work. Speed Dating in Manchester kicks off at 8pm prompt and any guests arriving late may not be able to take part so please ensure you arrive 15-30 minutes before the scheduled start time to allow for registration. On arrival at the venue one of our friendly hosts will be waiting to register you. When everyone has arrived the host will explain how the evening will unfold and you will be provided with a scorecard and pen. When the event begins women will be seated and men will rotate between tables every 4-5 minutes. At the end of each date guests mark on their scorecard or mobile phone whether they would like to see that person again. There will be a 15 minute break half way through to allow for refreshments. The event will finish at around 9:30pm but guests are welcome to stay afterwards. If you have used your mobile phone to enter your preferences then you will be able to view your matches instantly at the end of the event. Otherwise please take home your scorecard and upload your matches before 12pm on the following day. Please be aware that tickets for our events are very limited and the majority do get booked up in advance, so please book early to avoid disappointment. If you have any queries about this event please contact us or call our telephone bookings hotline on 0845 862 1448 (9am-5pm). Information Source: London Speed Dating | eventbrite

Under white noise and digital chatter, an ancient planetary pull… It’s late spring when the evenings are starting to glow. On the horizon, the longest day of the year. Put the world on pause and lose yourself in a sound world where earthy Celtic folk flows into lively improvisations and brave, experimental new music. Sisters Rakhi and Simmy Singh spent their early years in the Welsh countryside, immersed in a blend of traditional Indian music, Western classical and folk. Now, they thread together these diverse influences in this intimate performance for violin duo and electronics, drawing us into the mysterious rhythms of the natural world.  Nature may be a source of healing and inspiration, but our relationship with it is both precious and extremely fragile. ‘No One Is Too Small To Make A Difference’ is a journey in six parts, capturing the urgency of the environmental movement. Not just a lament for what’s lost, but ultimately a call for active hope and radical action. The great turning is here and now – there’s no escaping it. manchestercollective.co.uk/turning Timings 6.30pm Doors open 7.30pm Show starts 9.10pm Show ends The show includes a 20-minute interval. Information Source: Manchester Collective | eventbrite

We are delighted to welcome celebrated author and essayist Geoff Dyer to Deansgate for the release of his memoir, Homework. The author of But Beautiful and The Last Days of Roger Federer opens up about his childhood in 1960s Cheltenham in this wry, elegantly written memoir about growing up on the cusp of seismic social change. Geoff Dyer joins us to discuss his life and works, answer audience questions and sign copies of his book. Doors at 6pm. About Homework In Homework, Geoff Dyer reflects on his childhood and what it means to come of age in England in the 60s and 70s, in a country shaped by the aftermath of the Second World War but accelerating towards change.He was born in Cheltenham in the late fifties, the only child of a dinner lady and a planning engineer. Raised in a working-class area, Geoff and his mates found much joy recreating battles with their beloved Tommy guns, kicking a beachball around until its untimely death, and collecting anything and everything they could find; football cards, conkers and Action Man figures. When Geoff passes his 11-plus exams he gets in to a Cheltenham Grammar School, a school which drastically changes the trajectory of his life. About the author GEOFF DYER is an award-winning author of four novels and numerous non-fiction books, most recently, The Last Days of Roger Federer . A fellow of the Royal Society of Literature and a member of the American Academy of Arts and Science, Dyer has spent the past decade in Los Angeles, where he was Writer in Residence at the University of Southern California. His books have been translated into twenty-four languages. Information Source: Waterstones | eventbrite