The finale of The Traitors is hitting our TV screens this Friday, and there’s a venue in Manchester hosting a screening party especially for it.
Yes, you heard that right.
Fancy grabbing a glass of fizzy rosé and sitting down to watch what’s already being considered an early shout for the cultural event of the year on a big screen with dozens of others who are just as invested in the show as you are? Well, now you can.
There’s absolutely no denying that the second series of the hit BBC reality competition show has truly captured the attentions of the nation, and while it’s not that the first season didn’t do the same, the second – which started airing on BBC One and BBC iPlayer on 3 January – let’s be honest, has taken things to a whole new level.
You can watch the finale of The Traitors on a big screen in Manchester this Friday / Credit: BBC
Viewers have been tuning in in their millions to the three episodes each week since, and have been taking to social media to share their thoughts and weigh in on every little twist and turn.
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And if you’re keen to watch it live on a big screen surrounded by an enthusiastic crowd of fans, then you’ll probably want to head on down to GRUB just outside the city centre this Friday, as you’ll get that the chance to do just that.
To properly celebrate the big TV event in all its glory, the popular Manchester street food market and social hub is hosting its very-own ‘The Traitors Finale Screening Party’.
With GRUB’s doors opening from 7pm this Friday 26 February, you’ll first be able to sit down and catch up on the previous two nail-biting episodes that will’ve already aired by then this week (Wednesday 24 and Thursday 25 January), before settling in to watch the finale live from 9pm, and then debriefing it all with your mates during the last episode of The Traitors: Uncloaked afterwards.
You’ll get to watch all the drama unfold live, and finally see whether the Traitors or the Faithfuls will take home the prize pot.
And, if all of that wasn’t brilliant enough as it is, there’ll be FREE drinks on offer for anyone who comes dressed in a cloak, or with a solid Claudia Winkleman-esque fringe.
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Fancy dress is optional, obviously… but who can say no to a free drink?
GRUB is hosting its very-own ‘The Traitors Finale Screening Party’ / Credit: GRUB
Tickets to ‘The Traitors Finale Screening Party’ at GRUB are on sale now, and will set you back £6 per person.
The includes entry to the screenings of the final three episodes followed by the last episode of The Traitors: Uncloaked, as well as a welcome glass of fizzy rosé to mourn the death of summer-loving fun hun, Ar Lady Diane (but don’t worry, it won’t be served to you in a poisoned chalice).
Premier League Darts is returning to Manchester’s AO Arena in 2027
Lydia Mastrolonardo
Premier League Darts is confirmed to be returning to Manchester next year.
Now’s your chance to see the youngest world champion in darts history, AKA Warrington’s very-own Luke ‘The Nuke’ Littler, show us how it’s done, as next year’s BetMGM Premier League Darts lineup has just been announced this week – with various dates confirmed across 17 different cities in the UK and Europe.
And Manchester is one of those cities, as the AO Arena has shared that they are set to host an evening next April, and we couldn’t be more excited about it.
This means that we will be lucky enough to witness the biggest names in world darts all under one roof, including headliners Gian van Veen and Luke Humphries, as well as Littler.
Manchester is the only northern city to get the pleasure of hosting the event next year, as Liverpool is also on the lineup, as is Leeds, Sheffield, and Newcastle, while elsewhere in the UK, the stars will travel to Glasgow, Birmingham, London, and several other major locations.
BetMGM Premier League Darts is to be held on Thursday 8 April at the AO Arena in Manchester, and to avoid being disappointed, fans are advised to register for presale ticket access.
Following a successful season of events in 2026, tickets are expected to be like gold-dust, so don’t say you haven’t been warned.
To access the first wave of tickets, fans must become an active PDCTV Annual Member before 23:59pm on Friday 9 October. Alternatively, general sale is on Thursday 22 October 2026, but make sure not to hang about.
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Massive student night returns to Trafford Centre next month with up to 50% off on big brands
Emily Sergeant
Students can get themselves up to 50% off on food, activities, and loads of big-name brands at the Trafford Centre next month.
With thousands of new and returning students starting to arrive for the new academic year at Greater Manchester‘s universities, one of the region’s biggest student nights will be making a long-awaited comeback for one night only next month – and there’ll be loads of exclusive offers and free entertainment to make the most of across the evening.
Taking over the Trafford Centre in early October, the popular one-off student night is happening in partnership with Student Beans, and gives cash-strapped students the chance to shop a variety of incredible discounts all under one roof.
Just some of the big brands offering big discounts include 25% off at Levi’s and Boux Avenue, 20% off at Gymshark, Hollister and Abercrombie & Fitch, and 15% off at KIKO, Rituals, and Sephora.
It’s not just retail brands you’ll be able to save some pennies on either, as many of the Trafford Centre’s restaurants and cafes will also be offering discounts and freebies on the night too.
Alongside the offers, students can expect plenty of live entertainment and in-store experiences throughout the evening, including a DJ set and drinks at Calvin Klein, in-store fitness challenges and at Gymshark, an exclusive piercing event at Lovisa, and a Beauty Hub takeover at Sephora.
There’ll also be ‘spin-to-win’ opportunities at places like schuh, River Island, and YO! Sushi.
Massive student night returns to Trafford Centre next month with up to 50% off on big brands / Credit: Supplied
“Student Night is one of the highlights of our autumn calendar, and we’re excited to welcome students for an evening of brilliant offers and feel-good experiences,” explained Simon Layton, who is the Centre Director at the Trafford Centre.
“Whether they are updating their wardrobe, stocking up on beauty favourites, grabbing a bite to eat or enjoying the atmosphere with friends, there is plenty to discover across the centre.
“With simple transport links from Manchester city centre and across the region, Trafford Centre is the perfect place for a student night out.”
The Trafford Centre’s Student Night is happening on Thursday 1 October from 6-10pm, and students can now reserve themselves a spot by registering online HERE.
Emily Sergeant -
23rd January 2024 
