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Things to Do in Manchester — October 2026
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Tue, Oct 20, 20267:15 PM
Concert · Manchester
Steve Hackett - Best of Genesis & Solo Gems
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Wed, Oct 21, 202610:00 AM
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Sea Life Manchester - Standard Entry
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Wed, Oct 21, 20266:00 PM
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Paul Smith - Venue Premium Tickets
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Thu, Oct 22, 202610:00 AM
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Sea Life Manchester - Standard Entry
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Thu, Oct 22, 20266:00 PM
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Paul Smith - Venue Premium Tickets
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Thu, Oct 22, 20267:00 PM
Concert · Manchester
Ogrepalooza with The Ogretones
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Thu, Oct 22, 20267:30 PM
Comedy · Manchester
The Umbilical Brothers: the Distraction
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Fri, Oct 23, 202610:00 AM
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Sea Life Manchester - Standard Entry
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Browse events, shows and things to do in Manchester in October 2026. Compare dates, venues and start times, then open an event for current ticket information and nearby planning options.
128 things to do in this calendar; current dates span 20–23 Oct 2026; highlights include Sea Life Manchester - Standard Entry and Brandon Flowers. Use the date and category links on this page when you want a narrower plan.
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