Manchester to mark Remembrance Sunday
This year, Remembrance Sunday will hold a solemn service to honour and pay tribute to the Armed Forces community.
Events news
Council announces partnership with The Royal British Legion to honour Armed Forces
A three-year partnership with the Royal British Legion with events and activities through the year Providing funds to support residents to mark Remembrance events in their local neighbourhood
Council Leader's statement regarding Manchester Pride
Statement from Council Leader Bev Craig following Manchester Pride Events Limited's announcement that they have gone into liquidation.
Manchester marks the 80th anniversary of the Fifth Pan-African Congress this Black History Month
This October, Manchester will come alive with the stories, and achievements of African and Caribbean communities as the city marks the 80th anniversary of the Fifth Pan-African Congress for BHM.
Manchester to commemorate 80th Anniversary of VJ Day
Manchester will mark the 80th anniversary of Victory over Japan (VJ Day) with a poignant ceremony at the city’s Cenotaph, honouring the courage, resilience, and sacrifice of those who served in WWII.
Bring the outdoors indoors with the Summer Reading Challenge
The much-loved Summer Reading Challenge returns to Manchester libraries to motivate children to keep reading during the summer months.
Eco-schools celebrate in Heaton Park after making their communities cleaner and greener
School pupils gathered in their hundreds in Heaton Park (27 June) to celebrate their hard work and dedication in making their school communities eco-friendly.
Hundreds unite to pay tribute to veterans on Armed Forces Day
Manchester city centre was filled with gratitude and celebration today as hundreds of Mancunians came out to honour the fearless bravery and sacrifice of the UK’s armed forces during a spectacular Armed Forces Day event.
Manchester prepares to commemorate Armed Forces Day
Mancunians across the city are expected to line the streets to honour the bravery and sacrifice of those who have served in the armed forces for Armed Forces Day (28 June).
Be Proud Awards: Manchester champions recognised for endearing community spirit
The best of Manchester shone brightly as the city saw the return of the annual Be Proud Awards.
St George's Day Parade returns to Manchester
The St George's Day Parade, a beloved fixture in Manchester's event calendar for over 19 years, returns this year with its vibrant celebration of England's rich heritage and community spirit (27 April).
Manchester celebrates ‘Reclaiming Narratives’ for Black History Month
Black History Month will be marked by recognising and correcting the untold stories of Black Mancunian history and culture.
Celebrate Ukrainian Independence Day 2023
Manchester City Council is showing solidarity with the people of Ukraine by celebrating Ukrainian Independence Day on the 24 August.
Manchester City Council to mark South Asian Heritage Month
The Council are hosting and supporting a number of events across the city to mark South Asian Heritage Month and to celebrate Manchester's South Asian communities.
Seas- the- day! Deansgate to be transformed into seaside as part of Manchester Day on Holiday celebrations
For one day (29 July), as part of the famous Manchester Day celebrations, Deansgate will be transformed into a dazzling seaside haven in less than a month.
Manchester to mark Armed Forces Week 2023
Manchester to pay tribute to the outstanding contribution of the nation’s Armed Forces next week.
Heaton Hall £5 million repair works completed and tours to begin in April
The latest phase of repairs to the magnificent Grade I Listed Heaton Hall, which is situated within Heaton Park, North Manchester, have been completed. Tours around the Hall will begin in April.