Devlin --- Manchester
Rapper Devlin performs a live grime set at Gorilla in Manchester this September.
Events in Salford From 31st August – 6th September 2026
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Looking for **what's on in Salford this week**? You’ll find a good mix of things to do. This week brings opportunities for crafts, social events, and plenty of live music. If you want to learn something new, you can try a willow weaving workshop within the city, creating something to take home. It's a creative way to spend your time. Beyond that, there's a broad range of evening entertainment. You might enjoy live music, from pop celebrations and electronic dance nights (covering house, electro, and techno) to intimate performances of country, grime, hip-hop and rock. For a more relaxed vibe, consider a jazz brunch for a laid-back weekend. There are options to see both established artists and discover new talent. If you're in the mood for a laugh, there are comedy performances with stand-up and improv. These are great spaces to unwind. If you’d like to meet people, there are speed dating events tailored to different ages and preferences, structured opportunities to expand your social circle. Whether you’re interested in a new craft, the local music scene, a good laugh, or meeting new people, there’s plenty to explore this week. Check the listings below for details.
Monday 31st August
Live Republic Presents Luke Combs uk | Freight Island
Luke Combs UK performs at Freight Island in Manchester for a country music concert.
Tuesday 1st September
Swamp Eggs Comedy
Swamp Eggs Comedy features improv, stand-up, and clown acts in a quirky Manchester venue.
Elite Speed Dating - Manchester - Gay Men - Ages 23-38
Gay men aged 23-38 attend an Elite Speed Dating event with complimentary prosecco at Via in Manchester.
Elite Speed Dating - Manchester - Lesbian Event - Ages 33-48
Elite speed dating event for lesbian professionals aged 33-48 with complimentary prosecco at Via.
Easy Comedy || Creatures Comedy Club
Weekly comedy club in Manchester featuring stand-up performances nightly.
Wednesday 2nd September
In Bloom: Another Country $$$$, Those Holy, Scania
Emily Pilbeam presents 'In Bloom: Another Country $$$, Those Holy, Scania' at The Abbey.
Illmodes + Charley Westing Headline Show.
Illmodes and Charley Westing headline a live music show at Gullivers with support from Lily Haylett and Still Life Talking.
Speed Dating - Manchester - Ages 30-45
A speed dating event for singles aged 30-45 at Slug And Lettuce Deansgate.
Speed Dating - Manchester - Ages 21-35
21-to-35-year-olds meet at a speed dating event for short, fun conversations.
Laugh Therapy || Creatures Comedy Club
Weekly comedy club featuring stand-up performances at Creatures Comedy Club in Manchester.
Thursday 3rd September
Salsa de Cuba Presents "a Tribute to Latin Divas"
Salsa De Cuba performs a live tribute to iconic Latin divas at Band On The Wall.
Les Big Byrd
Les Big Byrd performs live jazz music at The Abbey in Manchester.
Sam Smith - to be Free Live
Sam Smith performs live at Manchester's Albert Hall.
Zoe Unsworth
Comedian Zoe Unsworth performs stand-up at The Deaf Institute in Manchester.
25 Years of System of a Down's Toxicity
System of a Down's 'Toxicity' album celebrated with live performance at Satan's Hollow in Manchester.
Heckles in Eccles
Comedian Heckles performs stand-up comedy at Manchester's The Lamb Hotel.
Untitled
An untitled live music event at Manchester's Night & Day Cafe.
Surinderella
Surinderella, a musical adaptation of Cinderella, premieres at Manchester's Palace Theatre.
Robin Trower Jack j Hutchinson
Robin Trower performs at Manchester Academy in a live rock guitar concert.
Lily Fitts
Lily Fitts performs stand-up comedy at The Deaf Institute in Manchester.
The Now
A music event at The Castle Hotel in Manchester
The Courettes
The Courettes perform live at Manchester's YES venue.
Wheels in Motion Tour The Jacques, The Sukis, Pistol Daisys
The Jacques, The Sukis, and Pistol Daisys perform a live music tour at Manchester's Factory 251.
Nightwig Drag Race uk s8 Viewing Series - Episode 1 - The Premie
Drag Race UK viewing party with live drag performances and big-screen episodes at Freight Island.
Ben Ottewell (Gomez) | Carlton Club Whalley Range | Thu 3rd Sept
Ben Ottewell of Gomez performs an intimate seated show at The Carlton Club in Manchester.
Salsa de Cuba Presents “a Tribute to Latin Divas”
Salsa de Cuba performs a tribute to Latin divas with live music and dance at Band On The Wall.
Friday 4th September
Shame Plus Support Theatre And Tooth
Shame plus support Theatre and Tooth perform live at Projekts Skate Park, Manchester.
Koji Series Volume #2
UK underground rap night features raw talent and heavy performances at Off The Square Manchester.
Arrested Development
Atlanta hip-hop group Arrested Development performs at Band On The Wall in Manchester.
The Sway - Manchester
The Sway performs live at The Lodge At Deaf Institute in Manchester.
Ramona Club x Brick Sweat Records
Ramona Club celebrates its 5th anniversary with an underground House, Electro, and Techno night featuring Brick Sweat Records.
Ramona Club x Brick Sweat
Ramona Club hosts BRICK SWEAT dance nights on Fridays and Saturdays with free entry.
Good Custard & Friends: Tangerine Takeover
Good Custard begins a monthly music residency at Tangerine with live performances.
Manchester Pub Crawl
A 5-venue pub crawl featuring drink deals, free shots, and queue-jump entry for £15.
Elite Speed Dating - Manchester - Ages 23-38
A speed dating event for professionals aged 23-38 featuring complimentary prosecco at Be At One.
Elite Speed Dating - Manchester - Ages 33-48
Elite speed dating event for professionals aged 33-48 with complimentary champagne at Be At One.
In Hvse
Groove Bar hosts monthly house music events with no dress code and a relaxed atmosphere.
The Loft: Garrett David, Daisy Moon & kt
Garrett David, Daisy Moon, and KT perform at The Loft MCR featuring global swing and club music.
Factory 251 Fridays
Weekly Friday DJ event at Factory251 featuring live electronic music performances.
Willow Weaving Workshop - Foraging Basket
A hands-on willow weaving workshop at RHS Garden Bridgewater teaches participants to create foraging baskets.
Saturday 5th September
Crawley Town vs Accrington Stanley
Crawley Town faces Accrington Stanley in a football match at Crawley Town.
M&p's Jazz Brunch
Swinging jazz quintet performs with a curated brunch pizza menu at Matt And Phreds in Manchester's Northern Quarter.
Progmatic
Progmatic features underground Australian artists Jamie Stevens & Mike Rish at Six Trees venue.
Since92 - Mini Fest Summer Closing
Manchester's mini festival features R&B, Hip-Hop, Afrobeats, food, drinks, and fairground rides for an end-of-summer celebration.
Devotion Trance
Trance music event at Bee Noir featuring day rave from 4pm-10pm on 5 September 2026.
Mass Communication: The Signal
Electronic music event at Ramona Manchester features House and Garage DJs.
Manchester Comedy Club - 5th September
Manchester Comedy Club hosts a live comedy night featuring stand-up performances.
Bingo Jamz Manchester | 2026
Bingo Jamz Manchester event scheduled for 2026 at Freight Island from 7-10pm.
This Feeling - Manchester
This Feeling, a new band, performs at Off The Square in Manchester.
Ramona Club x Mass Communication
Ramona Club hosts MASS COMMUNICATION events on Fridays and Saturdays with free entry and all-night groove.
Apostles - Manchester
Apostles perform live at Off The Square in Manchester.
Glam&grime: Manchester's New Cabaret of Glamorous Filth!
Glam&Grime cabaret debuts in Manchester with Zahirah Zapanta headlining, featuring a collab with MCR Urban Diggers Alt Pride.
Soul Soup Records Presents Hector Moralez
DJ Hector Moralez performs house music at Piccadilly Central in Manchester.
Free Entry: Beer (us) Live at Big Hands
Free US Egg punks Beer event at Big Hands on Sept 5th.
Beer (us) Live at Big Hands
US band BEER performs live at Big Hands venue
Desi Night Manchester
Bollywood, Bhangra, RnB, and Afrobeats music events at The MCR Lounge on 5 September 2026.
Ark Manchester Every Saturday
Twisted Disko at Ark Manchester offers house, pop, RnB, and hip-hop music from 10PM to 4AM every Saturday.
The Piss up x
THE PISS Up x is a social event taking place at ENT Bar in Manchester.
House96- Off The Square
House 96 presents a music event featuring rising Manchester talent at Off The Square Manchester.
Cinco Shades: Russke & Special Guests
Cinco Shades performs with RUSSKE and special guests at Stage & Radio Manchester.
Cinco Shades: Russke, Jentzen, Josh Pace
RUSSKE, Jentzen, and Josh Pace headline a large-scale music event at Stage And Radio Manchester.
Sunday 30th August
Manchester Village Pride 2026
Manchester Village Pride 2026 returns with four days of LGBTQ+ celebration across three stages in Manchester.
Mcr Pride 3 Room Pop Party (Sun 30th Aug) @ Joshua Brooks
MCR Pride 3 room pop party features themed rooms with pop music performances at Joshua Brooks.
Animal Crossing & dr Banana Presents: The Afters
Dr Banana and Animal Crossing host an after-hours event at The Loft MCR starting at 8pm.
Hello Darling - Manchester Pride Special!!
Queer House and Nu Disco event at The Deaf Institute celebrates Manchester Pride with themed dance music.
Sunday 6th September
Ghosts of Garage: Sayonara Summer - Free Day Party
Ghosts of Garage hosts a free summer party at Freight Island featuring Monsta Boy and other DJs.
We Saw That || Creatures Tour Show
Comedian duo We Saw That! performs a live tour show at Creatures Comedy Club following two sold-out years in London.
Jim - Live at Yes
JIM performs live at YES Pink Room with new material from his second album.
The Bootleg Beatles
The Bootleg Beatles perform their acclaimed tribute show at Gorilla in Manchester.