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Sea Life Manchester - Standard Entry
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Things to Do in Manchester — October 2026
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Thu, Oct 1, 20267:00 PM
Concert · Manchester
Jill Scott - To Whom This May Concern 2026 Tour
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Fri, Oct 2, 202610:00 AM
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Sea Life Manchester - Standard Entry
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Fri, Oct 2, 20267:00 PM
Theatre & Show · Manchester
Katherine Jenkins - 25 Year Anniversary Tour
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Fri, Oct 2, 20267:00 PM
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SLOPE SAME KIDS. JUST LOUDER. - TOUR 2026
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Fri, Oct 2, 20267:00 PM
Concert · Manchester
The Wonder Stuff + Inspiral Carpets
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Fri, Oct 2, 202611:00 PM
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Black Parade - 00's Emo Anthems
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Sat, Oct 3, 202610:00 AM
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Sea Life Manchester - Standard Entry
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What’s on in Manchester
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.
297 things to do in this calendar; current dates span 1–3 Oct 2026; highlights include Sea Life Manchester - Standard Entry and Fear Factory. Use the date and category links on this page when you want a narrower plan.
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