Things to do in Manchester this weekend and beyond: 19-29 August 2022

Candlelight: A Tribute to Amy Winehouse

Halle St Peter’s, Friday 19 August, 6pm and 8:30pm

The Candlelight concert series continues with a tribute to the “Queen of Camden,” Amy Winehouse. Local singer Anna Kathryn Lynch will performer a number of the soul singer’s greatest hits, accompanied by a full band.

Ticket prices vary. You can find all the information here.

Box on the Docks: Family Weekender

MediaCity, Salford Quays, Saturday 20 August – Sunday 21 August , 12-4pm

If you’re looking for a cheap family day out to mark the end of summer, head down to MediaCity where there will be a whole range of free activities for children, including entertainers, lawn games, a pirate-themed treasure hunt, face painting and storytelling with Salford Literacy Trail.

Manchester Pride Festival

Manchester City Centre, Friday 26 August – Monday 29 August

It’s August Bank Holiday weekend, which can only mean one thing – Manchester Pride Festival.

Manchester will be celebrating its LGBTQ community and queer culture in a variety of events throughout weekend, including the Gay Village Party and, of course, the Parade.

It is also an important opportunity to raise awareness of LGBTQ issues. Activists and speakers will be holding talks at the Human Rights Forum and the festival will culminate with a candlelit vigil in remembrance of the lives lost to HIV/AIDS.

There are some free events and others are ticketed. You can find all the information here.

Bolton Food and Drink Festival

Bolton Town Centre, Friday 26 August - Monday 29 August

Bolton Food and Drink Festival is back this Bank Holiday weekend.

In addition to sampling food and drink from the hundreds of vendors taking part, visitors will be able to catch demonstrations from some of the country’s favourite celebrity chefs including Hairy Biker Si King, Ainsley Harriott and James Martin.

Sixty bands and musicians will also be performing across two stages and plenty of entertainment for children will be provided in the Children’s Marquee.

You will need tickets for the demonstrations, which you can find here. For discounts on pubs, restaurants and cafes throughout the month, festival wristbands can be purchased for £2 here.

Peppa Pig and Family Fun Day

East Lancashire Railway, Bury Transport Museum, Thursday 25 August – Friday 26 August

With the new school year looming, you can treat your little ones to an end-of-summer day out with Peppa Pig at the East Lancashire Railway in Bury.

Peppa, George, Daddy Pig and Mummy Pig will all be making an appearance at the event, where you’ll also find a fun fair, balloon modellers, face painters and a petting zoo.

The highlight of the day is a train ride through the Irwell Valley.

Adult tickets cost £18 and £13.50 for children. Under twos get in free. You can book tickets here.