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Things to Do in Manchester — October 2026
Explore 297 upcoming things to do in Manchester in October 2026, including Digitalism and Soul II Soul Live in Manchester Cathedral. Compare dates…
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Fri, Oct 9, 20267:00 PM
Concert · Manchester
Soul II Soul Live in Manchester Cathedral
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Fri, Oct 9, 20267:30 PM
Concert · Manchester
Hue and Cry + Roachford
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Sat, Oct 10, 202610:00 AM
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Sea Life Manchester - Standard Entry
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Sat, Oct 10, 20266:00 PM
Concert · Manchester
Rockin'1000 - Venue Premium Tickets
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Sat, Oct 10, 20266:00 PM
Concert · Manchester
The Amity Affliction - House Of Cards EU 2026
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Sat, Oct 10, 20266:30 PM
Theatre & Show · Manchester
Ibiza Proms In Manchester Cathedral
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Sat, Oct 10, 20266:30 PM
Concert · Manchester
The Pussycat Dolls: PCD FOREVER TOUR
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Sat, Oct 10, 20267:00 PM
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Band of Horses - Celebrating 20 Years of Everything All The Time
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Sat, Oct 10, 20267:00 PM
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Interplanetary Criminal
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