The best things to do in Greater Manchester this week | 24

Wild

Manchester Museum

Monday 24 June – to be continued

A ground-breaking new exhibition exploring our relationship with the natural world is now open at Manchester Museum.

A “wild” look at how humans create, rebuild and repair connections with nature and how the natural world has traditionally been presented and idealized through Western art, as well as unique approaches to environmental recovery.

The exhibition will also crucially look at how we can tackle the climate and biodiversity crisis by making the world wilder.

Learn more and grab your FREE tickets Here.

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Disney’s Aladdin

Palace Theater Manchester

Monday 24 June – 7 July

The magic carpet has officially landed as Disney’s hit musical Aladdin is now here in Manchester for the summer.

Based on the beloved 1992 animated film of the same name and following several critically acclaimed and sell-out runs on both Broadway and London’s West End since it first debuted in 2011, the Tony and Olivier Award-nominated production arrived on stage at the iconic Palace Theater in Manchester.

The musical features all the timeless songs we know and love from the film, and people are already describing it as a seriously magical show.

Find out more and grab last minute tickets Here.

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Looking for where to watch UEFA Euro 2024 in Greater Manchester this summer?

European football’s flagship tournament has officially started now.

But if you weren’t lucky enough to get tickets to catch a game in Germany and don’t fancy sitting at home and watching alone, then luckily our region is full of places where you can catch all the action surrounded by hundreds of others football fans.

You’re absolutely spoiled for choice this year as there are plenty of venues in Manchester city center and beyond projecting all the games.

Will England bring the football home though? Only time will tell.

Check out our roundup of all the best places to watch the Euros in Greater Manchester Here.

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Manchester College’s ‘More Mancunian’ Exhibition

Manchester Central Library

Monday 24 June – to be continued

Photography students from Manchester College will present their ‘Greater Mancunians’ project as part of a landmark exhibition at Manchester Central Library’s Main Exhibition Hall from this week.

150 students took part in the ground-breaking photography project and it features images of some of Manchester’s most famous and influential people, shot in numerous locations across the city.

More than 100 contributors are featured in the project, including musicians Noel Gallagher and Johnny Marr, athletes Diane Modahl and Ricky Hatton, local politicians Andy Burnham, Angela Rayner and Bev Craig, actors Maxine Peake and Bill Roache, artists Stan Chow and AKSE P. – 19, and other local figures such as Jonathan Warburton, Simon Martin and Professor Erinma Bell MBE.

Find out more Here.

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TURN

Museum of Science and Industry

Monday 24 June – to be continued

Did you know Manchester has a huge gambling event?

With over 160 consoles and hundreds of games to play, Power UP returns for more in 2024 at the Museum of Science and Industry and takes ticket holders on a journey through five decades of gaming each weekend.

There’s everything from retro arcade games to state-of-the-art virtual reality and more to get stuck into, and every ticket includes unlimited play all day.

Learn more about the exhibition Here.

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Want to explore the Yorkshire Dales in all its glory this summer?

Residents of Greater Manchester are now able to hop on board a new train service to discover one of the North’s most scenic spots.

If you’re looking for a scenic adventure over the next couple of months then Northern has decided to bring back the ‘Yorkshire Dales Explorer’ train after it proved so popular with passengers the last time it went on its journeys.

The new service now runs from Rochdale to Ribblesdale twice a day every Saturday throughout the summer and tickets will cost you around £25 each.

Tickets are on sale now and you can find out more and grab yours Here.

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Street food to GRUB

GRUB

Wednesday 26 – Sunday 30 June

There’s some really tasty street food to dish out at GRUB this week.

Every week from Wednesday to Sunday you can head to the popular social hub of the Green Quarter and find an exciting range of traders cooking fresh food to order right in front of your eyes by some of the UK’s most passionate street chefs.

GRUB only works with small, independent businesses, and some of those in this week’s lineup include Oscar’s Dogs, Korean Grub Club, and Munchie Mummy’s Bakery.

Find out more Here.

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TP Family Fest

Trafford Palace

Thursday 27 – Sunday 30 June

Trafford Palazzo is hosting a Glastonbury-themed festival for all the family this week.

For those who didn’t manage to get tickets to the biggest festival of the year, don’t worry as Trafford Palazzo has a packed schedule of live music, wellness and activity workshops taking place from Thursday 27th to Sunday 30th June. , and it’s FREE for everyone to head down and “experience some mud-free magic.”

As well as a live screening of Glastonbury, families can also enjoy tasty festival food from various local vendors and explore a range of festival-themed pop-ups too.

Learn more about this event Here.

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Summer Spa showcase

King Street Townhouse

Thursday, June 27

King Street Townhouse invites you to ‘step into summer’ at its spa this week.

You can head to the popular hotel for an exclusive showcase of its luxurious ESPA treatments and products this Thursday and indulge in summer-themed drinks and canapés while making the most of interactive skincare sessions with experienced therapists and expert talks on maintenance. healthy summer skin.

And for your £15 ticket price, you’ll also leave with an exclusive ESPA bag full of must-have items for the summer season.

Find out more and grab some tickets Here.

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Red Rose Diner

East Lancashire Railways

Friday June 28 – to be continued

Greater Manchester’s iconic railway is hosting one of the region’s most unique fine dining experiences this week.

Running on select Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays until November this year, East Lancashire Railway’s Red Rose Diners are described as a ‘first class dining experience’ as they start with a glass of fizz and run for almost three hours journey by steam train through the Irwell Valley.

The experience includes a four-course dinner with house sparkling wine, followed by tea or coffee and chocolate after dinner.

Learn more and book Here.

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IRONMAN UK 2024

Screw on

Sunday June 30

IRONMAN UK returns to Bolton once again this weekend.

With Bolton having been the UK home of the world-renowned triathlon event for the past few years, IRONMAN UK has become known for its iconic spectator support, incredible cycle course scenery and the impressive finish line that lies at the heart of the city. center – with the Greater Manchester public always encouraged to line the streets to cheer on the athletes.

A number of temporary road closures will be in place in Bolton on race day to ensure the safety of athletes and the public.

Find out more about IRONMAN UK 2024 road closures to be in place Here.

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Manchester Nature Festival 2024

Heaton Park

Sunday June 30

Manchester Nature Festival returns to Heaton Park on Sunday for a celebration of the wild plants and creatures that inhabit the city and its surrounds.

Organized each year by the Manchester Nature Consortium, there’s everything from awareness, woodland bathing and giant Jenga, to wildlife recording, woodland games, willow weaving, scavenger hunts, den building and much more where get involved for free throughout the day. .

You’ll probably also want to dress up in your best insect-themed dresses to take part in the “Pollinator Parade” as well.

Find out more about this year’s festival Here.

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Featured Image – FA | Manchester City Council | IRON MAN