Five great things to do in Manchester this weekend: 3rd-5th September

Summer holidays may be drawing to a close but there are still plenty of events to keep you entertained across Manchester this weekend.
Jenny Simpson
By Jenny Simpson
Published 1st Sep 2021, 11:39 BST
Updated 1st Sep 2021, 16:19 BST

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A gin festival will be at Manchester Cathedral Credit: ShutterstockA gin festival will be at Manchester Cathedral Credit: Shutterstock
A gin festival will be at Manchester Cathedral Credit: Shutterstock

Here is a selection of a few of them, whether you fancy a family-friendly night out or a good laugh at a comedy club.

Gin & Rum Festival

Manchester Cathedral, Friday 3 September and Saturday 4 September

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The UK’s largest touring gin and rum festival is making a pitstop at the Cathedral - and it’s not all about the drinks (though clearly there will be plenty.) There are also talks and masterclasses, music from a resident DJ and a guide to steer you through the festival.

Tickets from £15 from Eventbrite.

Chorlton Comedy Club

Hough End Centre, M21 7SX, Friday 3 September, from 8.30pm

Lots of laughs with the regular comedy night for adults only: this time featuring Michael Legge introducing Alfie Moore, Tom Wrigglesworth and Lindsey Davies. Grab your tickets (from £16) at Eventbrite

Socceraid

Etihad Stadium, Saturday 4 September from 7.30pm

Where else will you get the chance to see Gary Neville pass a ball to Sir Mo Farah? Yes, the popular Unicef charity match is back with a stellar line-up from the world of sport and celebrities. From Man Utd legends like Wayne Rooney and Paul Scholes to comedian Lee Mack and singer James Arthur - it should be a fun night. Tickets at Seetickets

Gary Neville Credit: ShutterstockGary Neville Credit: Shutterstock
Gary Neville Credit: Shutterstock

Made in Manchester music festival

Bolton Arena, Saturday 4 September, from noon

We do love a cleverly named tribute act, and this family friendly outdoor festival has them in spades. Catch the Courtbetweeners and Noel Gallagher’s High Flying Carpets for the best indie anthems. Tickets start from £10 and can be bought at Ticketsource.

Summer Social

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Trafford Centre, Saturday 4 and Sunday 5 September, from 11am

The popular mall set-up has been extended til 26 September to keep the summer vibes going with its gigantic beach, live entertainment and food and drink pop-ups. Entry is £3.

Book at Gigantic.

For more events, check out our What’s On section here.

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