Always, Everywhere – Creativity in Manchester

Culture sits at the heart of our city. It shapes our communities and broadcasts Manchester’s story right across the world.

Creative activities can be enjoyable and a lot of fun – they inspire us and allow us to express ourselves. Art, music, festivals and community events – happening across Manchester – reflect the vibrant cultural fabric of our city. Plus, visiting cultural places like museums, galleries, libraries and theatres helps us to meet other people and share new ideas and experiences.

Manchester’s new ten-year cultural plan shows that creativity is happening everywhere – helping to connect people and communities right across Manchester.

Scroll down to find out what’s happening near you this autumn.

Top Picks

A lady with a yellow t-shirt and a green headscarf on holds her arms out as she dances.

The Elders

Royal Exchange Theatre, City Centre

3 May 2024 - 2 December 2024

12:00pm - 12:00pm

Free
A group of children singing, standing on stairs.

Children’s Voices

Longsight Community Church of the Nazarene, Ardwick Ward

12 February 2024 - 17 February 2025

4:30pm - 5:30pm

Free
Two babies, one lying down, one sitting up, playing with velvet snake-like soft long objects.

Art Baby

The Whitworth, City Centre

4 October 2024 - 6 December 2024

10:30am - 2:30pm

Free
Outside of the football museum on a bright day
Days Out in Manchester across Manchester in October

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