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What’s on in Manchester in July – Event Directory

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Find out what’s on in Manchester in July 2025 – from huge music moments and outdoor festivals to theatre, family fun and city-wide celebrations, this is your go-to guide for the best things to do all month long.

We’ll be adding fresh listings throughout July, so bookmark this page and check back often!

Disclosure: Some events may need advance booking. Always check event details with the venue. This post may include ads and affiliate links, marked AD. 

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What’s Happening in Manchester in July

1st July

  • Matthew Bourne’s The Midnight Bell at The Lowry (Lyric Theatre). Event starts at 7:30pm. Tickets from £20.
  • Liberation at Royal Exchange Theatre (The Theatre). Event starts at 7:30pm. Tickets from £10.
  • Public Building Tour with BSL at The Bridgewater Hall. Event starts at 11:15pm (doors open at 11am – event is 1 hour 30 mins). Tickets are £10.
  • Chaos Karts open at Arcade Arena. Opening times from 5pm – 10pm daily. Tickets from £20. Ages 11 years upwards.

2nd July

  • Elbow – Sounds of the City at Castlefield Bowl. Event from 5:30pm. Limited tickets from £69.
  • Matthew Bourne’s The Midnight Bell at The Lowry (Lyric Theatre). Event starts at 7:30pm. Tickets from £20.
  • Liberation at Royal Exchange Theatre (The Theatre). Event starts at 7:30pm. Tickets from £10.
  • The Illegal Eagles at The Bridgewater Hall. Event starts at 7pm. Tickets from £41.75.

3rd July

  • The Charlatans – Sounds of the City at Castlefield Bowl. Event from 5:30pm. Limited tickets from £50.50.  
  • Matthew Bourne’s The Midnight Bell at The Lowry (Lyric Theatre). Event slots at 2pm and 7:30pm. Tickets from £20.
  • Liberation at Royal Exchange Theatre (The Theatre). Event starts at 7:30pm. Tickets from £10.
  • Public Building Tour with BSL at The Bridgewater Hall. Event starts at 11:15pm (doors open at 11am – event is 1 hour 30 mins). Tickets are £10.
  • Echoes of the Waters – Sound Bath at Victoria Baths. Event starts at 7pm. Tickets from £11.55.

4th July

  • Shed Seven – Sounds of the City at Castlefield Bowl. Event from 5:30pm. Limited tickets from £42.55. 
  • Shed Seven Pre & After Parties with DJ Clint Boon at Mother Mary’s Manchester. Events from 3pm – 3am.
  • Mary J. Blige (Special guests Soul II Soul) at the Co-op Live. Event starts at 7:30pm (general admission at 6:30pm). Tickets from £64.95.
  • Matthew Bourne’s The Midnight Bell at The Lowry (Lyric Theatre). Event starts at 7:30pm. Tickets from £20.
  • Liberation at Royal Exchange Theatre (The Theatre). Event starts at 7:30pm. Tickets from £10.
  • Union Chapel Jazz Band (live at lunchtime) at The Bridgewater Hall. Event starts at 12:45pm. FREE.
  • Legend – The Music of Bob Marley at The Bridgewater Hall. Event starts at 7:30pm. Tickets from £30.25.
  • Paul Smith (Maximo Park) at the AO Arena. Event starts at 7pm. Tickets from £33.38.
  • The BritFest Music Festival at Ashley Hall Showground, Altrincham, WA14 3QA.
  • Bingo Lingo – Summer Series at Freight Island. Event from 5:30pm – 10pm.

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    5th July

    • Hacienda Classical – Sounds of the City at Castlefield Bowl. Event from 5:30pm. Limited tickets from £51.75.
    • Haciedena Classical After Party at Albert Hall. Event from 10pm – 3am. Tickets from £23.50.
    • Stevie Wonder (Love, Light and Song Tour) at the Co-op Live. Event starts at 7:30pm (general admission at 6:30pm). Tickets from £137.95
    • Matthew Bourne’s The Midnight Bell at The Lowry (Lyric Theatre). Event slots at 2pm and 7:30pm. Tickets from £20.
    • Liberation at Royal Exchange Theatre (The Theatre). Event slots at 2:30pm and 7:30pm. Tickets from £10.
    • Yoga – Fitness class and social at Kargo.MKT. Event from 9am – 11am. Tickets from £15.
    • Perfect Harmony – Sip and Pain Class at Kargo.MKT. Event starts at 12:30pm. Tickets from £32.Swiftie 5k and 10k Fun run at Wythenshawe Park.
    • The BritFest Music Festival at Ashley Hall Showground, Altrincham, WA14 3QA.
    • Britpop Bottomless Brunch at Grosvenor Manchester. Event from 3pm – 5pm.
    • Rest, Reset & Rise – Summer Edition – wellbeing class at The Lowry. Event from 1pm – 3:30pm. Tickets from £30.
    • Antarctic Monkeys at O2 Ritz. Event starts at 7pm.

    6th July

    • Public Building Tour with BSL at The Bridgewater Hall. Event starts at 11:15pm (doors open at 11am – event is 1 hour 30 mins). Tickets are £10.
    • The Hallé: Sounds of The East with Singapore Chinese Orchestra at The Bridgewater Hall. Event starts at 7:30pm. Tickets from £14.25.
    • Ludovico Einaudi (The Summer Portraits Tour) at Co-op Live. Event starts at 7:30pm. Tickets from £86.95.
    • Catterall vs. Harlem Eubank at the AO Arena. Doors open at 5pm. Tickets from £48.25.
    • The BritFest Music Festival at Ashley Hall Showground, Altrincham, WA14 3QA.
    • Taylor Tomlinson (The Save Me Tour) at O2 Apollo. Event starts at 7pm.

    7th July

    • Jonathan Scott (Pictures at an Exhibition) at The Bridgewater Hall. Event starts at 1:10pm. Tickets from £15.50.

    8th July

    • Liberation at Royal Exchange Theatre (The Theatre). Event starts at 7:30pm. Tickets from £10. 

    9th July

    • The Black Keys – Sounds of the City at Castlefield Bowl. Event from 5:30pm. Limited tickets from £55.45.
    • Jeff Lynn’s ELO (The Over and Out Tour) at Co-op Live. Event starts at 7:30pm (doors open at 6:30pm). Tickets from £282.
    • Liberation at Royal Exchange Theatre (The Theatre). Event slots at 2:30pm and 7:30pm. Tickets from £10.
    • Gurdas Maan at The Bridgewater Hall. Event starts at 7:30pm. Tickets from £39.25.
    City centre square in Manchester with historic buildings and cafes

    10th July

    • Block Party – Sounds of the City at Castlefield Bowl. Event from 5:30pm. SOLD OUT.
    • Jeff Lynn’s ELO (The Over and Out Tour) at Co-op Live. Event starts at 7:30pm (doors open at 6:30pm). Tickets from £282.
    • Liberation at Royal Exchange Theatre (The Theatre). Event starts at 7:30pm. Tickets from £10.

    11th July

    • Rizzle Kicks – Sounds of the City at Castlefield Bowl. Event from 5:30pm. Tickets from £40.25.  
    • Oasis at Heaton Park
    • Liberation at Royal Exchange Theatre (The Theatre). Event starts at 7:30pm. Tickets from £10.
    • Hannah Brine (Live at Lunchtime) at The Bridgewater Hall. Event starts at 12:45pm. FREE.
    • Burn the Dancefloor with Dianne and Vito at The Bridgewater Hall. Event starts at 7:30pm. Tickets from £44.75.
    • Kool and the Gang (Special guest The Real Thing) at the AO Arena. Event start time TBC. Tickets from £45.75.
    • Oasis Island (Tribute band) at Freight Island. Event from 3pm – 7pm. FREE.

    12th July

    • Basement Jaxx – Sounds of the City at Castlefield Bowl. Event from 5:30pm. Tickets from £55.45. 
    • Oasis at Heaton Park
    • Matt Chorley at The Lowry (Quays Theatre). Event starts at 8pm. Tickets from £32.
    • Liberation at Royal Exchange Theatre (The Theatre). Event starts at 2:30pm and 7:30pm. Tickets from £10.
    • Tim Minchin – Songs The World Will Never Hear at the Opera House Manchester. Event starts at 7:30pm. Tickets from £41.55.
    • Yoga – Fitness class and social at Kargo.MKT. Event from 9am – 11am. Tickets from £15.
    • Paintvine – Martinis and Perello’s Sip and Paint Class at Kargo.MKT. Event from 12:30pm – 2pm.
    • Manchester Mega Mala at Platt Fields Park. All day – funfair, live music, arts and crafts, community stage. Costs vary at event.
    • Oasis Island takeover at Freight Island. Event from 12pm – 12am. FREE.

    13th July

    • Salford Community Leisure’s Dance Teams’ 20th Anniversary Street Dance Show at The Lowry (Quays Theatre). Event slots at 2:15pm and 6pm. Tickets from £11.
    • Anton Du Beke and Giovanni Pernice – Together Again at The Lowry (Lyric Theatre). Event slots at 2:30pm and 7:30pm. Tickets from £43.50.
    • Liberation at Royal Exchange Theatre (The Theatre). Event starts at 3pm. Tickets from £10.
    • Manchester Mega Mala at Platt Fields Park. All day – funfair, live music, arts and crafts, community stage. Costs vary at event.
    • Didsbury Car Show at Didsbury Park Pavillion, Gillbrook Road, M20 6WH.
    • Yoga in the Park at Freight Island. Event from 11am – 12pm. FREE.

    14th July

    • Relaxed Young Company (musical drama session) at the Palace Theatre Manchester. Event starts at 4:30pm. Tickets from £42.

    15th July

    • Quadrophenia – A Mod Ballet at The Lowry (Lyric Theatre). Event starts at 7:30pm. Tickets from £17.
    • Lynyrd Skynyrd: Celebrating 50 Years (with support from Blackberry Smoke) at the AO Arena. Event starts at 7:30pm. Tickets from £39.38.
    • The Doobie Brothers (Walk This Road Tour) at Co-op Live. Event starts at 7:30pm (doors open at 6:30pm). Tickets from £70.50.

    16th July

    • Oasis at Heaton Park
    • Quadrophenia – A Mod Ballet at The Lowry (Lyric Theatre). Event starts at 7:30pm. Tickets from £17.
    • Liberation at Royal Exchange Theatre (The Theatre). Event slots at 2:30pm and 7:30pm. Tickets from £10.

    17th July

    • Quadrophenia – A Mod Ballet at The Lowry (Lyric Theatre). Event slots at 2pm (tickets from £17) and 7:30pm (tickets from £20).
    • Liberation at Royal Exchange Theatre (The Theatre). Event starts at 7:30pm. Tickets from £10.
    • Shockout Live at the Opera House Manchester. Event starts at 7pm (2 hour 40 min run time with interval). Tickets from £27.50.

    18th July

    • Liberation at Royal Exchange Theatre (The Theatre). Event starts at 7:30pm. Tickets from £10.
    • Bingo Lingo at Freight Island. Event from 5:30pm – 10pm. Tickets from £11.
    • Swiftogeddon (Themed club night) at Freight Island. Event from 7pm – 11pm. Tickets from £8.
    • Geordie Greep at O2 Ritz. Event starts at 7pm.

    19th July

    • Oasis at Heaton Park
    • Billie Eilish at Co-op Live. SOLD OUT.
    • Liberation at Royal Exchange Theatre (The Theatre). Event slots at 2:30pm and 7:30pm. Tickets from £10.
    • Yoga – Fitness class and social at Kargo.MKT. Event from 9am – 11am. Tickets from £15.
    • Paintvine – Van Gogh Wheat Fields Sip and Paint Class at Kargo.MKT. Event from 12:30pm – 2pm. 
    • Funfair at Fog Lane Park, West Didsbury, M20 6SF.
    • Oasis Island takeover at Freight Island. Event from 12pm – 12am. FREE.
    Manchester Town Hall clock tower under renovation, with scaffolding and creative construction hoarding artwork.

    20th July

    • Oasis at Heaton Park.
    • Billie Eilish at Co-op Live. SOLD OUT.
    • Showcase ’25 for ‘Prevent Breast Cancer’ at The Lowry (Lyric Theatre). Event starts at 7:15pm. Tickets from £18.
    • Liberation at Royal Exchange Theatre (The Theatre). Event starts at 3pm. Tickets from £10.
    • PAW Patrol Live at the AO Arena. Event slots at 2pm and 5:15pm. Tickets from £19.75.
    • Kid’s Craft Club – Summer Photo Frames at Kargo.MKT. Event from 10am – 12pm. FREE – FAMILY.
    • Funfair at Fog Lane Park, West Didsbury, M20 6SF.
    • Oasis Island takeover at Freight Island. Event from 12pm – 10pm. FREE.
    • Freight Train circuit training bootcamp at Freight Island. Event from 11am – 12pm. FREE.

    21st July

    • Lee Ritenour Quartet at Band on the Wall. Event starts at 8pm.
    • Billie Marten at Wax and Beans Cafe, Bury. Event starts at 7pm.
    • Oasis Wonderwalk Tour – starts at The Edwardian Hotel, Manchester. Event starts at 1pm.
    • Bernard Manning Ate My Tortoise at Gullivers, 109 Oldham Street. Event starts at 8pm.

    22nd July

    • Liberation at Royal Exchange Theatre (The Theatre). Event starts at 6pm. Tickets from £10.
    • Billie Eilish at Co-op Live. SOLD OUT.
    • Mr. Tumble at the CBeebies House Party Live! at the AO Arena. Event slots at 11am and 2:30pm. Tickets from £12.

    23rd July

    • Liberation at Royal Exchange Theatre (The Theatre). Event starts at 2:30pm and 7:30pm. Tickets from £10.
    • Billie Eilish at Co-op Live. SOLD OUT.
    • Mr. Tumble at the CBeebies House Party Live! at the AO Arena. Event slots at 11am and 2:30pm. Tickets from £12.

    24th July

    • Liberation at Royal Exchange Theatre (The Theatre). Event starts at 7:30pm. Tickets from £10.
    • Mr. Tumble at the CBeebies House Party Live! at the AO Arena. Event slots at 11am and 2:30pm. Tickets from £12.

    25th July

    • Drake at Co-op Live. Event starts at 7:30pm (doors open at 6:30pm). Tickets from £121.50.
    • Liberation at Royal Exchange Theatre (The Theatre). Event starts at 7:30pm. Tickets from £10.
    • Funfair at Chorlton Park, Mauldeth Road West, M21 7HH.
    • Summer Fun Fair at Wythenshawe Park, M23 0AB.
    • Bingo Lingo at Freight Island (Plant Room). Event from 5:30pm – 10pm. Tickets from £11.
    • The Amy Winehouse Experience at O2 Ritz. Event starts at 7pm.

    26th July

    • Drake at Co-op Live. Event starts at 7:30pm (doors open at 6:30pm). Tickets from £154.95.
    • In The Night Garden Live at The Lowry (Lyric Theatre). Event slots at 10am, 12pm and 3pm. Tickets from £19.50. FAMILY
    • Chris Grace – Sardines at The Lowry (Aldridge Studio). Event starts at 8pm. Tickets from £23.
    • Liberation at Royal Exchange Theatre (The Theatre). Event slots at 2:30pm and 7:30pm. Tickets from £10.
    • The Hallé: Summer Choral Classics at The Bridgewater Hall. Event slots at 7:30pm. Tickets from £16.50.
    • Yoga – Fitness class and social at Kargo.MKT. Event from 9am – 11am. Tickets from £15.
    • Paintvine – Mt Fuji Sip and Paint Class at Kargo.MKT. Event from 12:30pm – 2pm. 
    • Funfair at Chorlton Park, Mauldeth Road West, M21 7HH.
    • Summer Fun Fair at Wythenshawe Park, M23 0AB.
    • Dirty Dancing Bottomless Brunch at Freight Island. Event from 12pm – 4pm.
    • Country Club open air country festival at Freight Island. Event from 3pm – 10pm. Tickets from £20.
    • Guns 2 Roses + Foo Fighters GB at O2 Ritz. Event starts at 7pm.

    27th July

    • In The Night Garden Live at The Lowry (Lyric Theatre). Event slots at 10am and 12pm. Tickets from £19.50. FAMILY
    • Viggo Venn at The Lowry (Quays Theatre). Event starts at 2pm. Tickets from £24.50.
    • The ELO Experience – Electric Light Orchestra at the Opera House, Manchester. Event starts at 7:30pm (2 hour 20 mins runtime with interval). Tickets from £33.75.
    • Mini Disco with The Princess and The Red Rose at Kargo.MKT. Event from 10am – 12pm. FREE – FAMILY.
    • Funfair at Chorlton Park, Mauldeth Road West, M21 7HH.
    • Summer Fun Fair at Wythenshawe Park, M23 0AB.
    • Yoga in the park at Freight Island. Event from 11am – 12pm. FREE.
    Exterior of Browns Restaurant in Manchester, housed in a grand historic red-brick building.

    28th July

    • Drake at Co-op Live. Event starts at 7:30pm (doors open at 6:30pm). Tickets from £154.95.
    • Summer Fun Fair at Wythenshawe Park, M23 0AB.

    29th July

    • Country by Candlelight at The Bridgewater Hall. Event starts at 7:30pm. Tickets from £31.25.
    • The Last Laugh at the Opera House, Manchester. Event starts at 7:30pm. Tickets from £15.
    • Summer Fun Fair at Wythenshawe Park, M23 0AB.

    30th July

    • The Princess Promsat Manchester Cathedral. Event slots at 11am / 2:15pm /  6pm. Tickets from £13.50.
    • The Last Laugh at the Opera House, Manchester. Event slots at 2:30pm (tickets from £22.50) and 7:30pm (tickets from £15).
    • The History of the Garden at Castlefield Viaduct (National Trust). Event from 1pm – 2pm. FREE – please leave a donation if visiting!
    • Summer Fun Fair at Wythenshawe Park, M23 0AB.
    • Wolfmother at O2 Ritz. Event starts at 7pm.

    31st July

    • Titanic Exhibition at Exchange Hall, Manchester. Slots every half hour from 10am. Adult tickets from £21.99 – Children’s tickets (age 6-14 years) from £9.99. FAMILY.
    • The Last Laugh at the Opera House, Manchester. Event slots at 2:30pm (tickets from £22.50) and 7:30pm (tickets from £15).
    • Summer Fun Fair at Wythenshawe Park, M23 0AB.

    Fun Family Events in the City in July

    7th July – 31st August 2025 – Music for the Senses Art Trail

    Starting at Piccadilly Gardens, explore a vibrant trail of decorated guitars, exhibitions and installations celebrating Manchester’s iconic music scene. Each piece tells a story of the city’s sound and spirit.

    At the end of the trail, the guitars will be auctioned to support grassroots music projects across Greater Manchester through a special fund with Forever Manchester and Manchester Music City.

    3rd July – 28th September – MCR Live Hub

    Heading into the city for the big gigs or just soaking up the summer vibes? Stop by the MCR Live Hub in Piccadilly Gardens – your go-to spot for music, street food, live DJs and surprise performances.

    Open daily from 11am–11pm, it’s family-friendly by day (accessible and baby-friendly), buzzing by night – the perfect place to start (or end) your Manchester music adventures!

    11th, 12th July, 19th & 20th July – Northern Quarter Bloc Party

    From 12pm – 9:30pm, soak up the sounds and sunshine on Edge Street and Thomas Street this summer! With two buzzing stages of live music and DJs, plus indie bars and cafés serving food, drinks and laid-back vibes – it’s the perfect way to spend a chilled day in the Northern Quarter.

    9th -13th July & 16th – 20th July – MCR Live 25 Market

    Celebrate Manchester’s iconic music scene at this vibrant pop-up market in St. Peter’s Square! Running alongside the Oasis homecoming shows, expect vinyl, vintage, handmade jewellery, music-inspired art, global street food and limited-edition merch. A must-visit for fans of local style and sound.

    Wrapping Up What’s Happening In Manchester In July

    July in Manchester brings big gigs, local festivals, foodie finds and plenty of ways to soak up the summer. Whether you’re exploring street markets, heading to a family event, or just chasing good vibes, there’s loads to enjoy.

    Looking for where to eat after a day out? Try our Prezzo Salford Quays review for a relaxed spot with great views and tasty bites.

    Spotted an event we’ve missed? Let us know – we’re always keen to update the guide!

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      Simone, an established blogger, is the passionate creator of ManchesterMummy.com. As a dedicated Manchester local, she shares her deep knowledge of the city through detailed guides and resources. Her expertise covers Manchester's top dining experiences, hidden attractions and family-friendly activities. Simone's Manchester City Guide serves as a comprehensive resource for both residents and visitors eager to explore what Manchester has to offer. Besides city insights, she offers practical lifestyle tips to enhance urban living and family life. When not scouting the city or writing, Simone enjoys family time, writing, photography and exploring local flavours. Follow her journey as she reveals Manchester's unique charm, one post at a time.