Bank Holiday Sunday After Party
An afterparty event at Queen Street Members Club features DJ Ollie BC and CASA taking over late.
Events in Manchester From 25th May – 31st May 2026
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This week in Manchester offers a range of events across the bank holiday. You can find live music from soulful sets at Band On The Wall to energetic gigs at independent venues in the Northern Quarter. Multiple comedy nights feature both well-known performers and emerging talent. Families have options designed for all ages, using Manchester’s strong green space network. For evening entertainment, expect lively atmospheres with events that get you moving. The Metrolink is a reliable option for reaching spots like Freight Island, though parking is often limited. You’ll also find community events and physical challenges. Explore opportunities tied to the city’s history as a textile manufacturing hub or enjoy the arts scene developed since post-industrial regeneration. The Bee Network is expanding, though services can be crowded during peak times. With options for night outs or family activities, Manchester has something for different interests.
Check the listings below for times and venues. Be aware that parking around Canal Street can be difficult due to high demand. Consider using rail connections to Manchester Piccadilly or Victoria Station, where parking is limited.
Monday 25th May
The Afters
The Afters perform an intimate live music set at THE ENT BAR with limited tickets available.
The Love Movement (Bank Holiday Special)
The Love Movement hosts a bank holiday special featuring Afro/soulful house, R&B, and soul music at Off The Square Manchester.
Continu // Steppers After Party @ Impossible
A late-night after-party event at Impossible Manchester featuring the new ContinU brand.
Raver Tots Mini Fest Manchester
Raver Tots Mini Fest returns to Freight Island in Manchester for a family-friendly dance party.
Ruby Roberts
Comedian Ruby Roberts performs her stand-up comedy tour at The Deaf Institute in Manchester.
Imogen And The Knife
Imogen and the Knife perform a live music gig at Manchester's Deaf Institute.
Stand-up Workshop (Weekly Monday Sessions)
A weekly stand-up comedy workshop held on Mondays in Manchester teaches joke writing and stage presence.
Swamp Eggs Comedy
Comedian Curtis Clement hosts a night of unusual comedy and hijinks at The Peer Hat in Manchester.
The Dave Weckl / Tom Kennedy Project
A jazz fusion performance featuring drummaster Dave Weckl and bassist Tom Kennedy at Band On The Wall.
Off The Page || Creatures Comedy Club
Top comedians from across the UK perform new material at Creatures Comedy Club in Manchester.
Tuesday 26th May
Finn Forster
Comedian Finn Forster performs his stand-up comedy show at The Deaf Institute in Manchester.
Spin The Set || Creatures Comedy Club
Comedians improvise live routines using random three-word prompts at Creatures Comedy Club in Manchester.
Easy Comedy || Creatures Comedy Club
Easy Comedy is a weekly stand-up comedy club in Manchester featuring multiple performances each week.
Wednesday 27th May
Alt Blk Era
ALT BLK ERA performs a live music set at Manchester's Deaf Institute.
Hump Night Comedy || Creatures Comedy Club
A stand-up comedy night at Creatures Comedy Club offers sharp humor to ease midweek blues.
Aaron Wood & Alex Kitson: Stand up Double Header (Wip)
Comedians Aaron Wood and Alex Kitson perform new stand-up shows at Gullivers ahead of the Edinburgh Fringe.
Laugh Therapy || Creatures Comedy Club
LAUGH THERAPY is a weekly comedy club in Manchester featuring multiple stand-up performances.
Thursday 28th May
Inside The Library: Chetham's Library Unbound
A talk by Chetham's Assistant Librarian Laura Bryer on historical bookbinding techniques and library collections.
Speed Dating - Salford - Ages 50-65
A speed dating event for singles aged 50-65 at The Alchemist in Salford.
A Laugh in Stockport Comedy Club - May
Live stand-up comedy featuring Steve Harris, Paul Savage, Rose Gray as Brenda, and MC Danny Sutcliffe at Thread Stockport.
Ramona Live - Essence Presents: Melika, Tabi Gazele And Luson
Live R&B performance featuring Melika, Tabi Gazele, and Luson at Ramona Manchester.
Girls Night Out Presents: Chase Icon (Manchester)
Girls Night Out presents CHASE ICON, a live music event at Cruz 101 in Manchester.
Friday 29th May
Pour Decisions @ be at One Manchester
Every Friday, Be At One Manchester offers 2-for-1 cocktails and late-night music in a vibrant nightlife setting.
Funkademia Presents Get on Down
Funkademia hosts a weekly DJ event featuring funk and soul music at New Century Kitchen.
Manchester Comedy Club Presents: aj Rohan And Friends
Comedian AJ Rohan performs stand-up with guest acts at Manchester Comedy Club in Area Manchester.
Neurosystem x Minimal Damage
NEUROSYSTEM and MINIMAL DAMAGE bring underground minimal drum and bass and neurofunk to Manchester.
Do Not Disturb x Sdk: Fries Before Guys
Do Not Disturb performs new-school R&B at SDK Bar during the Fries Before Guys event.
Ramona Club x Jonjo
Ramona Club x JONJO hosts DJ sets on Fridays and Saturdays with free entry at Ramona Manchester.
Time Exchange Jam - House Party 2
A dance and music event featuring live acts and DJs at Renae in Manchester.
Cupra fm x Fishing For Bill Presents: dj Storm (2 Hour Set)
DJ STORM performs a 2-hour drum and bass set at Cupra City Garage in Manchester.
Once Upon a Time in Lockdown
A themed nightclub event at Privilege Bar and Night Club featuring live DJ sets and dancing.
Strictly Jungle Classics w/ dj Brockie, dj Profile + More
DJ Brockie and more headline Strictly Jungle Classics at TBA Manchester, delivering classic jungle music.
Saturday 30th May
Disco Puss With Touch of Funk (Mcr Debut)
DISCO PUSS performs a funk-infused mash-up show at YES Pink Room in Manchester on his UK debut tour.
Davies Records x Lbc Events pt2
A live house music event featuring emerging local Manchester talents at Off The Square.
Pineapple Records x The Loft: Sam Binga, Bianca Oblivion & Nora
Pineapple Records hosts a live music night at The Loft MCR with Sam Binga, Bianca Oblivion, and Nora.
Bezstock - Freight Island - Manchester
Bezstock returns to Freight Island in Manchester for an open-air day festival featuring live music and party vibes.
Leia-js' Birthday Bash
Leia-Js celebrates her 25th birthday with a multigenre live music event at The Bag Factory.
Avenue Red Live Sessions @ Overdraught, Manchester
Avenue Red hosts a live DJ session featuring Alec Pritchard, Chris Curtis, Lozz HT, Robert Vigh, and Tomas Bexton at OverDraught, Manchester
10 Years of Ordinary Friends @ Progress
Ordinary Friends celebrate 10 years with an open-air party at Progress featuring DJs Job Jobse and Sally C.
Skippa Live - Tropical Overload
DJ Rosh presents Tropical Overload featuring Skippa Live and rising dancehall artists at The Grosvenor Manchester.
Manchester Comedy Club Presents: Halls of Ridiculous And Friends
Comedian Charli Angel headlines Manchester Comedy Club's Halls of Ridiculous and Friends event.
Bingo Jamz Manchester | 2026
Bingo Jamz returns to Freight Island in Manchester with a live evening event in 2026.
Ramona Club x Moving People
Ramona Club x MOVING PEOPLE hosts free dance nights every Friday and Saturday at Ramona Manchester.
Mukes Powered by Dankashire Soundsystem @ The Yard
An immersive rave event featuring underground bass music by Dankashire Soundsystem at The Yard Manchester.
Y // Dog Sport
The London-based group Y performs live in Manchester with Dog Sport as support act.
Full Moon Party
A Full Moon Party featuring Cosmic Disco and Underground House music by Joey T & Kickin Pigeon.
Simon Doty All Night Long at Joshua Brooks, Manchester
DJ Simon Doty performs an all-night extended set at Joshua Brooks in Manchester as part of his Reup Tour.
Sunday 31st May
Axr Free Party: Special Guest, Mica (uk) + More
A free party at SOUP in Manchester features special guest Mica (UK) and resident DJs.
Heart of Glass
A themed nightlife event featuring music and indulgent entertainment at The Peer Hat in Manchester.
Howard's House & Real Good Rhythms Summer Bash
Howard's House and Real Good Rhythms host a summer music bash at Stage and Radio on May bank holiday.
Great Manchester Run
The Great Manchester Run features a 10K, half marathon, and junior races across Manchester City Centre.
Between Notes - Violin & Piano Recital
A classical recital featuring violin and piano performances by Ugne Virzonyte and Diego Rodriguez Hart.
George Zacharopoulos - Immigrateful || Creatures Comedy Club
Comedian George Zacharopoulos performs his sharp, self-aware stand-up show Immigrateful at Creatures Comedy Club in Manchester.
George Zacharopoulos - Immigrateful || Creatures Tour Show
Comedian George Zacharopoulos performs his self-aware comedy show Immigrateful at Creatures Comedy Club.
My Generation
A Northern Soul and Motown-themed cabaret night featuring Ben Brierley at Matt And Phreds in Manchester.