Edible cinema, eclectic beats and at least eight good reasons to leave the house

Welcome to November. And, yes. We know it's hard to resist the allure of the radiator, a good pair of pyjamas and the sofa, but here's a list of reasons to leave the house. From bonfire night bashes to bars made to be cosied up in, Manchester has a huge schedule of events you won't want to miss. 

Here's a round-up of what's on in Manchester in November.



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Join 2024's Lantern Walk at Heaton Park Heaton Park

Lantern Walk

Heaton Park, Manchester

9 November 

Head to Heaton Park for a Twilight stroll to support their family of hospitals. With accessible, family-friendly routes, walkers can choose between a 2km or 5km route, depending on what suits them best. Every pack includes a twinkling lantern to light up the route’s tunnel as the sun sets and, even better, it's all in aid of a great cause.


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Manchester Animation Festival (MAF), the UK’s largest animation festival is returning to Manchester MAF

Manchester Animation Festival

HOME

10-14 November   

Looking for something a little different? Explore Manchester Animation Festival. Hosted at HOME in Manchester, the festival is one of the UK’s biggest animation hubs with screenings, panel talks and workshops.


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Catch London Grammar at Manchester's AO London Grammar

London Grammar

Manchester AO

12 November 

Join London Grammar on their UK tour. Fresh off headlining Glastonbury, they're bringing their double-platinum-selling debut album, plus their new work to Manchester. But, move fast, tickets won't hang around for this one. 


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For the collector, the curator and the simply curious Manchester Art Fair

Manchester Art Fair

Manchester Central

15-17 November   

Launched in 2008, Manchester Art Fair is the perfect place to admire, discover and even buy work from your favourite artists. From indie galleries to award-winners, you can explore sculpture, paintings, sketches and everything in between.


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Wrap up November with Stockport’s Spectacular Sunday Stockport’s Spectacular Sunday 2024

Stockport’s Spectacular Sunday

Stockport Town Centre 

17 November 

With over 200 performers and over 50 shows, Stockport’s Spectacular Sunday returns for 2024. The free event will take over Stockport town centre for one day only, there's plenty to keep kids busy. 


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Grace Campbell is back in Manchester this November! ​Grace Campbell

Grace Campbell is on Heat

The Lowry

18 November 

Grace Campbell is back in Manchester this November. In her brand new show, the unwaveringly honest comedian will ask big questions about the world, her vagina, and her obsession with making her dog her entire brand. 


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The Mouse Outfit are back in MCR! Blues Kitchen

The Mouse Outfit with Koj and Ayite

Blues Kitchen

21 November 

The Mouse Outfit with Koj and Ayite are returning to the stage for their only Manchester tour date of 2024. A defining force in UK hip hop, they're not one to miss for their one-night-only stint at Blues Kitchen, Manchester.


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Join hitmaker Fatboy Slim at The Warehouse Project this November Fatboy Slim

Fatboy Slim at The Warehouse Project

Depot Mayfield

22 November 

90s babies rejoice. Norman Cook, AKA Fatboy Slim is back at The Warehouse Project for another evening of beats. Get ready to celebrate (you, baby) at Depot Mayfield, but don't hang around, tickets will go fast. 


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Dig into a film-inspired menu with Taste Film Taste Film Manchester

Taste Film: SHREK 2

The Anthologist

22nd-24 November 

The most memeable film is now edible, join Taste Film for an evening in Far, Far Away. The concept is pretty simple. The Taste Film team whip up dishes that are served and themed to whatever you're watching. Previous events included gingerbread men, medieval takeaways and lemon vodka potions. 



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Learn something new this November with Merseyway Workshop Merseyway Workshop

Kintsugi Workshop

Merseyway Workshop

23 November 

Discover the traditional Japanese art of Kintsugi or “gold joinery” with artist Emily Thomas, and create/repair a beautiful ceramic piece to take home. You'll learn all about the art and replicate the ancient techniques with contemporary materials. And without saying the 'C' word - they DO make great gifts. 


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Pit your wits against JB Fletcher at an interactive screening of Murder, She Wrote! Solve-Along-A-Murder-She-Wrote

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CULTPLEX

23 November 

Featuring games, prizes and an interactive screening of the classic Murder, She Wrote episode “The Witch’s Curse”. A visitor to Cabot Cove is accused of being a witch and soon there’s a murder that only Jessica Fletcher (or you!) can solve! 


Want to loop us in on the best things happening this month? Email Charleym@confidentials.com


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