What’s on in Manchester this April?
31.03.26
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04 mins read
Spring has sprung. Easter break is nearly here. The temperature is (slowly but surely) rising.
It’s an exciting time to be in Manchester, and there’s a whole load of exciting events happening this month.
Want to know what’s happening in Manchester this April? Just keep scrolling.
At House of Social, we’re hosting a whole load of exciting events in the Food Hall, including all-day DJs, live music, and new menu launches. We’re talking the new Chinese Roast Chicken from Choi Wan, and the highly anticipated Bacon Butter Burger Pizza, the lovechild of Dough Religion and Burger & Beyond.
Check our full Easter lineup below. It’s going to be a belter of a weekend.
The Manchester Punk Festival is the North West’s biggest alternative rock festival. With hundreds of bands performing across various venues, including YES, Gorilla, The Bread Shed, and more, there’s so much talent to see.
Get your tickets here.
Long-term followers or late-to-the-party fans, this gig isn’t one to miss.
Frank Turner is returning to Manchester for a night of high-energy hits and nostalgic classics. If you love a tune with a heavy dose of catharsis, you’ll love Frank Turner. And if you’re yet to go to one of Manchester’s leading venues, this is a great opportunity to experience the city’s iconic music scene.
Join us in the Food Hall for our ceramic cheeseboard workshop, hosted by the pottery pros at Cici Studios. Choose your design, pick your colours, and enjoy a wholesome crafty evening with new friends. It’s going to be a cute one.
Book your spot here.
Sankeys is back. And it’s better, bolder and bassier than ever.
This Manchester institution is something every student in the city should experience at least once.
No phones. Limited capacity. Lots of dancing. The Sankeys experience is one you’ll still be talking about in years to come.
She is the moment, and she’s coming back to Manchester.
The UK’s it-girl, following her recent clean-up at the 2026 BRIT Awards, Olivia Dean is gracing the Co-op Live stage for two nights.
They’ll only be here for a limited time, so make the most of these gorgeous trees while we’re lucky enough to have them.
It’s an exciting time to be in Manchester, and there’s a whole load of exciting events happening this month.
Want to know what’s happening in Manchester this April? Just keep scrolling.
Easter Bank Holiday Weekend – Friday 3rd April to Sunday 5th April @ House of Social
Not sure how to celebrate the long Easter weekend? Consider your social plans sorted.At House of Social, we’re hosting a whole load of exciting events in the Food Hall, including all-day DJs, live music, and new menu launches. We’re talking the new Chinese Roast Chicken from Choi Wan, and the highly anticipated Bacon Butter Burger Pizza, the lovechild of Dough Religion and Burger & Beyond.
Check our full Easter lineup below. It’s going to be a belter of a weekend.
Manchester Punk Festival – Friday 3rd April to Sunday 5th April
Grab your eyeliner. Dig out your leather. The heaviest weekend of the year is about to begin.The Manchester Punk Festival is the North West’s biggest alternative rock festival. With hundreds of bands performing across various venues, including YES, Gorilla, The Bread Shed, and more, there’s so much talent to see.
Get your tickets here.
Frank Turner – Thursday 9th April @ Manchester O2 Academy
Frank Turner is returning to Manchester for a night of high-energy hits and nostalgic classics. If you love a tune with a heavy dose of catharsis, you’ll love Frank Turner. And if you’re yet to go to one of Manchester’s leading venues, this is a great opportunity to experience the city’s iconic music scene.
Ceramic Workshop – Tuesday 14th April @ House of Social
Planning a wine and cheese night with your besties soon? If not, it’s time to message the group chat.Join us in the Food Hall for our ceramic cheeseboard workshop, hosted by the pottery pros at Cici Studios. Choose your design, pick your colours, and enjoy a wholesome crafty evening with new friends. It’s going to be a cute one.
Book your spot here.
Sankeys Saturdays – Saturday 18th April @ Sankeys
Sankeys is back. And it’s better, bolder and bassier than ever.
This Manchester institution is something every student in the city should experience at least once.
No phones. Limited capacity. Lots of dancing. The Sankeys experience is one you’ll still be talking about in years to come.
Olivia Dean – Saturday 25th April & Sunday 26th April @ Co-op Live
She is the moment, and she’s coming back to Manchester.
The UK’s it-girl, following her recent clean-up at the 2026 BRIT Awards, Olivia Dean is gracing the Co-op Live stage for two nights.
Go Cherry Blossom spotting – all April long!
You don’t have to travel all the way to Japan to see cherry blossoms? The pinkest time of year is happening right here, in Manchester city centre.They’ll only be here for a limited time, so make the most of these gorgeous trees while we’re lucky enough to have them.