An Evening with Kristin Hersh
Friday, October 02, 2026
Hallé St Michael's
Friday's standout Music pick. It's on at Hallé St Michael's. One of 11 Music events that day, and the one we'd choose.
Dayfari Editors' Picks
Oct 02–Oct 04 · Manchester, England
Another weekend, another excuse to get out in Manchester. There are 38 events happening Oct 02–Oct 04, and honestly? The lineup is better than we expected. Here's what we'd actually spend our own time and money on.
What caught our eye: Music leads the weekend with 23 events, and most events are ticketed. Details below.
If you're new to Manchester: SEA LIFE Manchester is hosting 3 events this weekend alone — it's as good a starting point as any.
Friday, October 02, 2026
Hallé St Michael's
Friday's standout Music pick. It's on at Hallé St Michael's. One of 11 Music events that day, and the one we'd choose.
Saturday, October 03, 2026
O2 Apollo Manchester
If Music is your thing, Saturday has your name on it. O2 Apollo Manchester hosts this one, a solid Saturday plan.
Sunday, October 04, 2026
Opera House Buxton
Comedy Show fans, Sunday is your night: Opera House Buxton is the place. Worth circling on the calendar.
Friday, October 02, 2026
O2 Ritz Manchester
The Friday plan writes itself: Music at O2 Ritz Manchester. Set a reminder in the Dayfari app so you don't sleep on it.
Saturday, October 03, 2026
Bridgewater Hall
This made our list because Saturday needed a Live Theatre anchor, and Bridgewater Hall delivers. Bring a friend. This one's better shared.
Every event on in Manchester this weekend, day by day:
Friday — 15 events
Saturday — 13 events
Sunday — 10 events
See the full weekend calendar →
All upcoming events in Manchester →
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