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Christopher Cross performs a live music concert at Bridgewater Hall.
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You can find events in Eccles this week, and across Greater Manchester, offering a variety of options. If you're planning your time, look for live music acts from established performers to tribute shows, along with DJ sets and social nights out. Local pubs often host live music, and you may find events near Eccles Interchange, accessible via the Metrolink. For something different, consider pub crawls or speed dating events for professionals.
There are also cultural offerings. Watch for theatrical performances, including premieres of new plays. You’ll find storytelling and art displayed at venues in nearby areas like Salford Quays, though parking may be limited during events. The variety means there’s something for everyone, whether you're after a night out, a relaxed afternoon, or a chance to see art. This week stands out for live music, with events across multiple venues and genres, all reachable from Eccles Railway Station.
Check venues in and around Eccles, including those a short drive away. Parking near Eccles Shopping Centre may be limited during busy times. The Metrolink offers a reliable alternative to driving, connecting Eccles with other parts of Greater Manchester. High demand is expected for events tied to the BBC Philharmonic or 6 Music Festival.
Review the listings below for times and locations. Account for travel time, especially if you're driving along the A576 or M60 motorway. Using the Metrolink remains a convenient choice.
Christopher Cross performs a live music concert at Bridgewater Hall.
Opal In Sky perform live in Manchester with support from Give 'Em Blood at Rebellion.
Adult speed dating event for professionals aged 43 to 58 at The Bubble Room in Alderley Edge.
Musicians from Manchester perform a tribute to Drake's influential album 'Take Care' at The Blues Kitchen.
Bruno Mars and Anderson Paak celebrate five years of their Silk Sonic collaboration with a live performance in Manchester.
Homoelectric returns to Hidden in Manchester for a May Bank Holiday weekend DJ event.
Tinariwen performs live at the O2 Ritz Manchester as part of their 2026 tour.
BIIRD performs a live music gig at Manchester Gorilla.
Glen Hansard performs a live music concert at Albert Hall.
A live R&B, Hip Hop, and Afrobeats night featuring top Manchester artists.
An English language world premiere of award-winning play 'The Dead Man' by Janos Hay at Media City, Salford.
Now Wave presents Bad Dreams: Mermaid Chunky, Bathing Suits & Turnspit at The White Hotel.
A guided pub crawl in Manchester offers drink deals, queue-jumping entry, and socializing across five venues.
A Tina Turner tribute act performs live on stage in Salford.
Bluey's Big Play premieres at The Lowry in Salford as a family-friendly stage adaptation of the popular children's show.
Reimond and Friends host a Bank Holiday DJ party featuring Sam Girling, Mattik, Reimond, Hanz, and Cronners at Hidden in Manchester.
Wavelength returns to Manchester's ABC Building Rooftop for a tech house music celebration on May Bank Holiday.
RNBLAND hosts Manchester's largest summer RNB day party at BLVD Manchester.
A tech-trance music event featuring uplifting beats and a dancefloor atmosphere at Bee Noir.
Singer-songwriter Sarah Kinsley performs a live music show at Manchester Gorilla.
Comedian Kumar Singh performs his FIFTY 50 stand-up tour at O2 Ritz Manchester.
Live music and DJs perform across two floors at The Blues Kitchen from 8pm to 3am.
A weekly DJ event featuring electronic music at Ark Manchester on Saturdays.
Twisted Disko brings house, pop, R&B, and hip-hop music to Ark Manchester every Saturday night.
Comedian Daliso Chaponda performs his stand-up comedy show at The Lowry in Salford.
An all-day underground house music session at The Britons Protection, near the Haçienda.
A Bank Holiday party at The Bag Factory featuring a Treehouse MCR takeover with live music and DJs.
The Pixies perform a special concert celebrating 40 years of their music at Aviva Studios.
A live concert performance of 'Dirty Dancing' featuring a band and singers at Bridgewater Hall.