Squid Game’s giant ‘red light, green light’ doll is coming to Manchester this weekend.
The creepy animatronic doll, which first appeared in episode 1 of the hit Netflix TV series, will be rolling into the Trafford Centre on Saturday, 6 November.
The terrifying three-metre-tall doll has all the functions seen in the show, including its disconcerting moving eyes and singing abilities – and will be at the shopping centre as part of an ‘interactive experience’ in which people can ‘meet’ the hair-raising character.
Image: Netflix
It will be accompanied by Squid Game costumed guards, kitted out in red outfits with black circle and triangle masks, to add extra authenticity to the experience.
Fans will be offered the chance to capture photos and videos of the doll in action, and an opportunity to interact with the Squid Game costumed guards.
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Photo and video opportunities of the doll in action will also be made available to fans.
Netflix has stressed, however, that as the show is strictly 15+ the real-life experience taking place in Manchester this weekend is only for those aged 16 and over.
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Squid Game’s creators previously surprised fans of the show by taking a copy of the doll to London’s Westfield Shopping Centre in White City over Halloween weekend.
Circular cookies, carved with different shapes from the series, were also made available down in London alongside those ominous brown business cards – making us think perhaps both will make an appearance in Manchester this weekend too.
Image: Netflix
It seems the doll has been getting around, after also being spotted on the other side of the world in Sydney over the Halloween weekend.
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Now, it seems she is travelling north – as multiple replicas spread their way out across the country.
As well as appearing in Manchester, the doll will also pop up in Birmingham at New Street Station on the same day.
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AO Arena to host huge Europa League Final fan zone after Manchester United victory
Manchester’s legendary AO Arena will once again host an almighty football fan zone later this year, welcoming in fans for the Europa League Final.
The huge venue previously hosted a Road to Victory fan zone for the Euros, and is now ready to replicate all the atmosphere and excitement of the beautiful game once again.
This time it’s in honour of Manchester United, who romped their way into the Europa League Final this evening with a spectacular 4-1 victory.
The Red Devils will be heading to San Mamés in Bilbao in Spain on 21 May 2025, and you’ll be able to watch all the action right here at home in Manchester.
The AO Arena Europa League Final Screening & Fan Zone will be presented by Red Square.
There’ll be space for thousands upon thousands of football fans who’ll be able to watch United (hopefully) take home a nice bit of silverwear.
And, of course, a spot in the UEFA Champions League.
The event says: “Get ready to immerse yourself in the electrifying atmosphere of the Europa Cup Final, presented by Red Square.
“Join us for an unforgettable event as we bring together passionate Manchester United fans for the largest indoor fan park extravaganza ever witnessed!
“MANCHESTER UNITED head to the Europa league final on Wednesday 21st May – Secure your tickets now!”
The Europa League Final Screening & Fan Zone will be at the AO Arena on 21 May – grab your spot HERE.
Lorde has announced she’s heading out on a massive world tour later this year, and of course she’s stopping off in Manchester.
The New Zealand-born singer-songwriter undeniably burst onto the music scene at the tender age of 16 with her runaway number one hit ‘Royals’ all the way back in 2013, and has been successfully cementing herself as a household name ever since.
Following her debut single, she has gone on to break several records with the releases of her first three studio albums.
She has also scooped up a handful of GRAMMYs and BRIT awards along the way.
Lorde is set to play a massive Manchester gig at the AO Arena later this year / Credit: Supplied
The 28-year-old – who is known and loved for her unconventional style of pop music and introspective songwriting – has recently delighted fans by confirming that she’ll be releasing her fourth studio album, titled Virgin, towards the end of next month, and not long after that highly-anticipated release is when you’ll be able to catch her taking to one of Manchester‘s biggest stages.
Fans of the critically-acclaimed pop star will be able to grab tickets to see Lorde when she performs at Manchester’s AO Arena on Saturday 15 November 2025 as part of the Ultrasound Tour.
Other major UK cities she’ll be stopping off at include London, Birmingham, and Glasgow – making this a somewhat exclusive ticket to get your hands on.
Tickets are set to go on general sale next week, following several pre-sales in the days leading up to it.
Support for Lorde’s Manchester gig is to come from equally-revered singer-songwriter and record producer, Dev Hynes – better known by his stage name, Blood Orange – who is believed to have lent several co-production credits to Lorde’s upcoming fourth studio album.
Fellow producer Jim-E Stack will also provide support in Manchester.
Lorde will be taking to the AO Arena stage here in Manchester on Saturday 15 November, and tickets officially go on general sale next Friday 16 May at 10am.
General sale follows two pre-sales – a Three+ Presale on Wednesday 14 May, followed by an AO Arena-specific Presale on Thursday 15 May, both going on sale again at 10am.
Find out more and get tickets when they go on sale here.
Georgina Pellant -
3rd November 2021 
