If you’re planning a summer event in Manchester, Canalside at Co-op Live delivers one of the most striking waterside spaces in the city. Set beside the Ashton Canal, it blends relaxed outdoor energy with a modern indoor setting, making it ideal for summer parties, brand activations and social…
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If you’re planning events, Manchester has plenty to offer when it comes to sustainable venues and hotels. As more organisers look to reduce environmental impact, the city is becoming a strong choice for greener meetings, conferences and business events. In this guide, we highlight a range of…
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Alzheimer’s Research UK is the UK’s leading dementia research charity, working to revolutionise how dementia is treated, diagnosed and prevented. In February, Alzheimer’s Research UK brought its Research Conference to Manchester. During the conference, leading researchers, clinicians and scientists…
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Manchester has been selected to host TEAMS Europe, the leading business development conference for the global sports industry, in 2027. Taking place on 23 – 25 March 2027 at the Etihad Stadium, home of Manchester City Football Club, the event will bring three-days of one-to-one appointments between…
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This blog was written by Aviva Studios. From Netflix to Chanel, Manchester’s mix of culture, creativity and logistics is making it the UK’s new event powerhouse, says Ruth Halliday, senior event sales manager at Factory International, the organisation behind Aviva Studios. Manchester is having its…
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Manchester offers a wide range of venues suited to corporate events, team-building days, private parties, and social gatherings. Outdoor and semi-outdoor spaces across the city provide flexible layouts, distinctive backdrops, and full event facilities. From museum courtyards and riverside quays to…
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The new £300m entertainment destination opening in East Manchester later this year will be known as Medlock Square, it was confirmed today. Medlock Square marks a significant new chapter in the continued evolution of the Etihad Campus area, establishing a vibrant, year-round hub for culture, leisure…
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CHS Manchester has confirmed a significant wave of new exhibitors for its 2026 launch event, underlining the show’s growing national profile and the confidence the industry is placing in the new Manchester-based supershow. Among the latest brands to commit to the show are the QEII Centre London…
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As the gateway to one of Europe’s most dynamic event destinations, Marketing Manchester plays a pivotal role in attracting world-class conferences and business events to the region. We caught up with Charlie Minards-Tonge, the organisation’s new Business Events Sales Manager, to learn more about his…
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Manchester Convention Bureau, part of Marketing Manchester, has taken part in the launch of MeetEngland Impact Network, part of VisitEngland, reaffirming the city region’s status as a world-class knowledge hub and conference destination. The Impact Network is a national initiative designed to…
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