The UK’s biggest football fan park is back by popular demand and returning to Manchester for the 2022 World Cup later this year.
Following what was a hugely successful and sold-out run during Euro 2020 – where 25,000 fans come together at different fan park locations across the UK to cheer on England’s historic Euro campaign – sporting events company, 4TheFans, has launched the first edition of its World Cup 2022 fan parks.
And Manchester’s Soccer Dome at Trafford Park is the location picked for this year’s event.
As it has now become known for, 4TheFans will be bringing back the big game atmosphere and immersive fan experience, but this time, without any necessary COVID-19 restrictions.
This means that football fans can expect huge anti-glare screens, world-class sound systems, a series of exclusive bars and food traders, DJs, competitions, and prize giveaways, all brought to you by a dedicated host for the event.
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4TheFans has launched the first edition of its World Cup 2022 fan parks / Credit: 4TheFans4TheFans is bringing back the big game atmosphere and immersive fan experience to Manchester / Credit: 4TheFans
Not only that, but each match screening is also set to welcome a genuine football legend to the party – with big names such as former Manchester City and Manchester United players, Joleon Lescott and Wes Brown, lined-up for the England games.
Other stars are set to make appearances during the tournament’s Knockout games too, and their names are soon-to-be-announced, so keep your eyes peeled.
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The 4TheFans Fan Parks are all about “putting football fans at the heart of the action”.
The 2022 World Cup officially kicks off on 21 November and runs right through to 18 December in Qatar, and while it’s certainly not an easy one to get to, 4TheFans is probably the next best thing to having a match ticket if you’re looking to make the most of one of the world’s most iconic sporting competitions.
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The 4TheFans Fan Parks are all about “putting football fans at the heart of the action” / Credit: 4TheFans
Tickets will set you back £12 per person or £8 as part of a group booking of six, with a range of VIP table options also available.
As mentioned, previous 4TheFans events have all sold out, and for some of the games in the past, the waiting list was over 10,000 people, so if you want to make sure you’re part of the action this year, then don’t put off buying your tickets.
There’s a new summer terrace in town with a weekend spritz happy hour
Daisy Jackson
There’s a new summer terrace in Greater Manchester that’s the ideal spot to soak in some rays – and enjoy a few discounted spritzes while you’re there.
Over on Chapel Street – just across the river from Manchester Cathedral – you’ll find Embankment Kitchen, which has opened up its terrace for the season.
This stylish spot is part of the CitySuites aparthotel, and has a menu rooted in the warm spirit of Northern hospitality.
It’s worth a visit all year round for their seasonally-focused, local-as-possible menus, but the summer terrace at Embankment Kitchen is a real added bonus in spring and summer.
And following that spell of absolutely glorious weather, they’re opening up two hours earlier every day too for maximum sun-soaking from 2pm.
At Embankment Kitchen you can tuck into a drinks and nibbles menu from 2pm until 5pm, and Happy Hour drinks deals from 4pm until 7pm.
That means two-for-one cocktails, plus discounted wines, prosecco and beers – an ideal post-work haunt.
Cocktails at Embankment Kitchen in Manchester. Credit: The Manc GroupSmall plates on the Embankment Kitchen terrace. Credit: The Manc Group
It’s usually almost impossible to find a happy hour in Manchester at weekends, but these guys are doing two-for-£12 spritzes every Saturday and Sunday between 12pm and 4pm, with flavours including Aperol, Hugo, and limoncello.
Drinks on the menu include signature cocktails that are inspired by the city’s industrial roots, like The Emmeline, Manchester Exchange (a take on an old fashioned), and the Atomic Zombie, as well as classic cocktails such as an espresso martini, limoncello negroni, amaretto sour, and strawberry daiquiri.
As for nibbles, tuck into treats like garlic bread, edamame beans with smoked salt, garlic and parmesan fries, salt and pepper tater tots, and halloumi fries.
Surrounded by lush plants and gigantic parasols, it’s hard to believe you’re just across the river in Salford when you’re soaking up the sun at Embankment Kitchen. To find out more, head HERE.
A huge Irish festival with iconic music stars, markets, food and more is coming to Greater Manchester
Daisy Jackson
A massive Irish music festival with masses of food, drink, crafts, workshops and surprises is returning to Greater Manchester this summer.
Craic by the Creek 2025 will bring together all the best bits of the Emerald Isle for a weekend-long knees-up in a gorgeous countryside location on our doorstep in July.
There’s a huge music line-up (with plenty more still to be announced) featuring Boyzlife, made up of Keith Duffy from Boyzone and Brian McFadden from Westlife.
And this fun-filled Irish Music Festival is the only one of its kind offering full weekend camping, at the beautiful village of Compstall in Stockport.
The countdown is now officially on for this unmissable celebration of Irish music, culture, and community spirit, which will take place between 18 and 20 July.
Craic by the Creek has been hailed as the greatest Irish music festival in the UK and is back for 2025 bigger than ever.
Already announced to perform live along with Boyzlife are The Tumbling Paddies, Derek Ryan, All Folk’d Up, Johnny Brady, The Kilkennys and loads more.
There are still more acts to be revealed in this stacked line-up.
And it’s not just about the music at Craic by the Creek – there’s also a bustling Irish-themed craft market with handmade goods, Irish-inspired food and drink, social dance workshops, and plenty of surprises.
Expect a weekend of tunes, traditions, community vibes and campfire craic.
Craic by the Creek will take place between 18 and 20 July, 2025 – tickets are on sale now via Skiddle, and they’re already flying.
Emily Sergeant -
3rd May 2022 
