There’s a ‘Dance at a Distance’ music series taking place at Trafford Park with tunes, booze and food
Organised by Social Avenue, the popup events are offering Mancs the chance to get back involved in the party scene they've missed during summer - with the likes of Darius Syrossian, Moxy Muzik, Haus22, OC & Verde all appearing on a selection of star-studded bills.
A socially-distanced music series has burst into action at Trafford Park – packed with food, tunes and booze.
Organised by Social Avenue, these popup events are offering Mancs the chance to dive back into into the party scene they’ve sorely missed during summer – with the likes of Darius Syrossian, Moxy Muzik, Haus22, OC & Verde all appearing on a selection of star-studded bills.
Powered by a ‘Void Tri Motion’ sound system, the ‘Dance at a Distance’ raves are also home to on-site bars (stocked with beers, gins, vodkas, whisky, and brandy), with a range of street grub also up for grabs.
As well as booze, food and tunes, organisers have set up photo booths and cameo areas for guests to “get that perfect social media selfie shot” during the event.
One-way systems are in place in toilet areas, bars and around the site to attendees safe.
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Face masks and coverings are advised, with sanitiser stations available throughout the site.
Ticket-holders can book a spot on a pre-allocated table in groups of two, three, four, five or six and must remain in this group during the event.
Learn more and book a ticket by visiting their social media page here.
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Popular grassroots music festival to return to hidden Manchester street with new fringe events
Emily Sergeant
Manchester’s much-loved grassroots music festival is back next month, and this year, there’s some new fringe events too.
Set across a handful of popular venues up on Deansgate Mews – including The Lion’s Den, Low Four Studios and The Mews Bar – Deansgate Mews Festival is returning for its sixth year this late May bank holiday weekend.
More than 40 music artists will be performing on a mix of outdoor and intimate indoor stages.
But that’s not all, as in what’s set to be an exciting new chapter for 2026, the festival is expanding beyond its core programme with the launch of the first-ever Mews Fest Fringe too.
Popular grassroots music festival Mews Fest returns this late May bank holiday / Credit: Supplied
The inaugural Mews Fest Fringe will be hosted in a large unit within Great Northern Warehouse, which will be transformed into a ‘vibrant’ hub celebrating music, art and independent culture.
Designed as a platform for Manchester’s creative community, the festival space will welcome artists, designers, collectors, and creative entrepreneurs to showcase and sell their work while connecting with festival-goers.
At the Fringe event, you can expect everything from record sellers and vinyl collectors, to vintage clothes, arts and crafts makers, independent creatives, and even bands selling merchandise.
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This year there’s also the addition of the Mews Fest Fringe / Credit: Supplied
Already known for its strong grassroots ethos and growing reputation, Mews Fest continues to champion local talent and independent culture – but now with the addition of the Fringe event, the stage is set for its most ‘ambitious and inclusive’ edition to date.
Oh and the best bit? Both festivals will be free to attend, with no need to book tickets beforehand.
Mews Fest and Mews Fest Fringe will take over Deansgate Mews next month on late May bank holiday weekend from Friday 22 – Monday 26 May.
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Peter Kay announces four intimate charity shows in Greater Manchester – but only for these postcodes
Emily Sergeant
Peter Kay has just announced four intimate shows to raise money for a very worthy cause… but you can only get tickets if you live in these particular postcodes.
Comedy legend Peter Kay is set to return home to the Bolton Albert Halls for four very special hometown shows in this summer, marking his first performances at the venue more than two decades.
Taking to the very stage where he recorded the UK’s biggest-selling stand-up DVD, it’s set to be a proper nostalgic homecoming for one of Britain’s most beloved comedians.
The summer shows – which are taking place from 9 – 11 July 2026, even including a matinee performance – this is a rare chance for local fans to be part of something incredibly special, with all funds raised going to Bolton Hospice.
But, there’s a bit of a catch… you’ll only be able to get tickets if you live in Bolton (and some parts of Bury), as it’s strictly limited to BL postcodes.
Peter Kay Live at the Bolton Albert Halls – 2026 Dates
Thursday 9 July (Evening)
Friday 10 July (Evening)
Saturday 11 July (Matinee)
Saturday 11 July (Evening)
Tickets officially go on sale Friday 24 April at 10am, and you can get your hands on them here.
The Manc -
10th August 2020 
