Manchester Events

Manchester Irish Festival

Celebrate all things Irish in Manchester. This extravaganza sees many events staged throughout the city.

Venue: Various locations.
Website: http://www.manchesteririshfestival.co.uk

Great Manchester Run

As one of the UK's most popular 10km (6 miles) races, the Great Manchester Run attracts thousands of runners each year. There is also a Junior and Mini Great Run for young runners.

Venue: Throughout the city.
Website: http://www.greatrun.org/great-manchester-run

The Manchester Caribbean Carnival

Procession made up of steel bands, floats with DJs and colourful dance troupes, as well as stalls selling traditional Caribbean food, drink and handicrafts. Enjoy the infectious rhythms of song and dance as the carnival procession winds its way through the crowds featuring carnival queens and princesses, elaborate costumes and folklore characters.

Venue: Alexandra Park, Moss Side.
Website: http://themanchestercarnival.com

Manchester Pride

Usually lasting for a few days over the August Bank Holiday weekend, Manchester Pride is an annual festival that celebrates LGBTQ+ life. The party includes a carnival parade, live music, DJs, theatre and comedy, making it an event truly celebrating LGBTQ+ influences in popular culture.

Website: http://www.manchesterpride.com

Manchester Christmas Markets

Charming markets selling a variety of Christmas gifts and glühwein (hot mulled wine).

Venue: Albert Square.

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Featured Hotels

The Midland

The Midland is a Grade II-listed Edwardian building that exudes elegance and charm, but is reasonably priced. There are 312 en-suite bedrooms decorated in a contemporary style that's in keeping with the building. Rooms are dotted with polished wood furniture and each comes with air conditioning, flat-screen TVs and Internet access.

Great John Street

Housed in a former Victorian schoolhouse, the Great John Street Hotel is one of Manchester's slickest new boutique hotels. Duplex suites come with flatscreen TVs, free Wi-Fi and rainforest showers. Some even have views of the set of Coronation Street. Be sure to try out the swanky bar too.

The Light Aparthotel

If you want a place to hunker down for a longer stay, this apartment hotel is the perfect fit. It's slap bang in the middle of town and rooms are surprisingly good value considering the space offered. There's even a penthouse if you're feeling flush.

Novotel

This hotel is not unlike the others in this well-established chain with contemporary bedrooms featuring in-room entertainment and eco-friendly toiletries. There are also two junior suites should you wish to upgrade. Novotel has extensive dining facilities too plus a fully-equipped gym and relaxation zone featuring a sauna steam room and heated loungers.

Hilton Manchester Deansgate

Housed in the 47-storey Beetham Tower, and occupying the lower 23 floors, this contemporary hotel offers stunning views from floor-to-ceiling windows featured in spacious, elegantly-furnished rooms. There is a gym, a 20m (60ft) indoor pool with underwater viewing panels, a spa, restaurant and a bar on the highest floor.

Premier Inn

This budget hotel chain has several locations in and around the city, but the stay with the best setting is at Deansgate Locks, situated close to Old Trafford. It's conveniently located close to a seven-day free city centre shuttle bus service and also offers free onsite car parking.

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