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While it might feel like summer never quite arrived in Manchester, autumn is on the way, bringing with it a season of events, from concerts, gigs and theatre shows, to science and history festivals for all the family to enjoy.
If you're thinking about an autumn city break, why not make it a staycation in Manchester with CitySuites? While you're not exploring the city, you can relax in our luxury spa pool or enjoy a drink at our bar during Happy Hour. Look into your dates here.
Check out our list of what's happening in Manchester this autumn...
AO Arena
When: Various dates, autumn 2024
Where: AO Arena, less than 5 minutes’ walk from CitySuites
Following a short summer break, Manch
ester’s AO Arena is ready to welcome guests back for the autumn line-up of fantastic shows. Featuring the likes of Becky Hill, Deep Purple, and, of course, Peter Kay, the next few months are set to be a belter at the Arena.
Dates for your diary…
September
- Friday 20th & Saturday 21st: Peter Kay
October
- Sunday 6th: Planet Earth III
- Wednesday 16th: Chris Stapleton
- Thursday 17th: Alice Cooper
- Friday 18th & Saturday 19th: Peter Kay
- Sunday 20th: Becky Hill
November
- Friday 1st & Saturday 2nd: Peter Kay
- Tuesday 5th: Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds
- Saturday 9th: Deep Purple
- Monday 11th: The Corrs
- Tuesday 12th: London Grammar
- Saturday 16th to Sunday 17th: England Netball
- Friday 22nd: Black Stone Cherry
- Tuesday 26th: Childish Gambino
- Friday 29th & Saturday 30th: Peter Kay
Plan your visit and book tickets here.
The Book of Mormon
When: Wednesday 11th September to Saturday 5th October
Where: Palace Theatre, Manchester
This outrageous musical comedy from the creators of South Park, Trey Parker and Matt Stone, and Bobby Lopez, the Co-writer of Avenue Q and Frozen, follows the misadventures of a mismatched pair of missionaries, sent on a mission to a place that's about as far from Salt Lake City as you can get. Age guidance: 14+ (No Under 5s).
Book your tickets here.
Jurassic World: the Exhibition
When: Friday 2nd August to Sunday 3rd November
Where: Trafford Centre, Overflow Car Park (Car Park 7), Manchester, M41 7GF
This exhibition takes guests on an awe-inspiring journey, encountering life-sized dinosaurs, such as the towering Brachiosaurus, Velociraptors, including fan-favourite Blue, and the most fearsome of all, the mighty Tyrannosaurus rex. At Jurassic World, guests will imagine what it would have been like to roam amongst these breath-taking creatures, and even interact with baby dinosaurs.
Book tickets here.
Candlelight Concerts in Manchester
When: Various dates, September to November
Where: Trafford Centre, Overflow Car Park (Car Park 7), Manchester, M41 7GF
Manchester Cathedral, just across from CitySuites, is featuring an impressive season of Candlelight Concerts this autumn. Prepare to immerse yourself in the beauty of the Cathedral, surrounded by the soft glow of candlelight, while listening to some of your favourite songs. Starting on Friday 20th September with ‘Best of Bridgerton on Strings’, other events include Hans Zimmer’s Best Works, Vivaldi’s Four Seasons, and a Tribute to Coldplay on Strings.
Full list of events and tickets here.
Concerts at Coop Live
When: Various dates, autumn 2024
Where: Coop Live, Manchester
Following its busy summer season of sensational shows, Coop Live's autumn run of events continues to impress. From Janet Jackson, to Kasabian, to Charli XCX – and everything in between, there is something for everyone this autumn.
The venue itself is incredibly fresh and modern, with 32 food and drink outlets, and Wi-Fi available throughout the venue. If attending a concert from CitySuites, guests can easily get the tram from Piccadilly Gardens to Etihad Campus, or take a short taxi to Coop Live.
Some key dates in the autumn 2024 line-up:
September
- Saturday 21st: Melanie Martinez
- Sunday 22nd: Arijit Singh
- Sunday 28th: Diljit Dosanjh
October
- Tuesday 1st: Janet Jackson
- Tuesday 8th: Crowded House
- Saturday 12th: Ms. Lauryn Hill & The Fugees
- Wednesday 16th: WWE Live
- Saturday 19th: Keane
- Saturday 26th: Catterall vs. Prograis
- Monday 28th: Sum 41
November
- Saturday 2nd: Glass Animals
- Sunday 10th: MTV EMAs
- Friday 15th: Courteeners
- Saturday 16th: Kasabian
- Saturday 23rd: Hits Radio Live
- Sunday 24th: Greatest Hits Radio Live
- Tuesday 26th: Sleep Token
- Wednesday 27th: Charli XCX
- Saturday 30th: The Script
Embankment Kitchen’s 5th Birthday Week
When: Tuesday 1st to Sunday 6th October
Where: Embankment Kitchen, ground floor of CitySuites I, 16 Chapel Street
Embankment Kitchen, a foodie destination for delicious dishes and creative cocktails in Manchester, is celebrating its fifth birthday with a week of food and drink offers from Tuesday 1st October.
Rooted in the warm spirit of Northern hospitality, Embankment Kitchen is a vibrant neighbourhood restaurant in the heart of Manchester, located on the ground floor of CitySuites I aparthotel.
Tuesday 1st October
The first 50 customers through our doors from 4pm will receive a complimentary glass of prosecco.
Wednesday 2nd October
Order a sharing board and get a bottle of champagne on us. Booking is required 24 hours in advance with code BIRTHDAY in the special request box.
Thursday 3rd October
The first of our live music line-up; acoustic solo artist Harriet Dagnall will be performing, from 6pm.
Friday 4th October
Happy Hour with a twist: Enjoy any EK Favourite Cocktail, house wine, prosecco, bottled beer & cider for £5 – from 4pm-7pm.
Acoustic duo LONO will be performing, from 6pm.
Saturday 5th October
Live music returns for another night, setting the mood for the weekend. Acoustic duo Paul Dunbar Duo will be performing, from 6pm.
Sunday 6th October
Share a slice with 50% off on all pizzas.
Grease
When: Tuesday 8th to Saturday 19th October
Where: Palace Theatre, Manchester
With its phenomenal score, bursting with hits including Summer Nights, Greased Lightnin’, Hopelessly Devoted to You and You’re the One That I Want, this thrilling new version is brought to life by a fresh young cast who bring energy, vitality and passion to this ultimate musical classic. Directed by Curve’s Artistic Director Nikolai Foster reignite your passion and get ready for an explosion of summer loving.
Book your tickets here.
Manchester Science Festival
When: Friday 18th to Sunday 27th October 2024
Where: Science and Industry Museum
Explore some of the biggest questions facing our planet through entertaining events, immersive performances, family fun and hands-on activities across 10 days of inspiring experiences for all ages.
Full details of this year's programme, which explores our world of 'extremes', can be viewed here.
Here You Come Again – The New Dolly Parton Musical
When: Tuesday 29th October to Saturday 2nd November
Where: The Lyric at The Lowry, Manchester
For the first time ever, all of Dolly Parton’s biggest hits can be experienced together in a rollicking and joyous new musical, fully authorised by Dolly herself.
Packed with iconic songs, including Jolene and 9 to 5, this musical is lively and touching, telling the story of a diehard fan whose imagined version of international icon Dolly Parton gets him through trying times. With her wit, humour and charm, Dolly teaches him a whole lot about life, love and how to pull yourself up by your bootstraps… This is one musical that is sure to make you smile.
Book your tickets here.
The Overlap Live
When: Thursday 28th November
Where: Factory International
The Overlap comes to Factory International, in aid of St Ann’s Hospice charity. Gary Neville is joined by football legends Jamie Carragher, Ian Wright, Jill Scott and Roy Keane for a night no sports fans want to miss.
Watch them delve deep into today’s hottest sporting issues and field questions from the audience. Expect insightful opinions, glorious banter, hysterical tales... and, yes, more than the odd heated exchange, as these old adversaries go head-to-head.
Book your tickets here.
