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SCENE 2026, Manchester, 20th to 27th August

SCENE, Manchester's LGBTQ+ Film and TV Festival, returns for the third year, bringing together some of the biggest names in television, film and queer culture for eight days of screenings, panels, comedy, parties and premieres across Manchester from 20th - 27th August.

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What's on: Avanti West Coast picks

James Bond Concert Spectacular

Head to heart of Birmingham for a night of glamour, intrigue and unforgettable music at the James Bond Concert Spectacular taking place at Birmingham Town Hall on Saturday 26 September 2026.

Zurbarán

Enter the spellbinding world of visionary Spanish painter Francisco de Zurbarán. Spend time with his paintings, celebrated for their vivid naturalism and deep emotional power.

Chester Zoo

Looking for a family adventure that is just a train ride away? Cheshire's big day's out are ready and waiting to put a smile on your face this summer and the best way to start is at the Chester Zoo.

Chester World Town Crier Tournament

Oyez! Oyez! Oyez! We announce the one-of-a-kind event worth dropping everything for - the spectacular Chester Town Crier Tournament!

British Art Show 10

Experience the UK's most significant exhibition of contemporary art as British Art Show 10 launches in Coventry 2nd October 2026 - 13th January 2027

Tutankhamun

Bring history to life this summer at Tutankhamun: The Immersive Exhibition, now open at Birmingham’s NEC Campus.

Blackpool Illuminations

One of the UK's most famous annual light festivals, Blackpool Illuminations, is coming back to the northern resort yet again in late summer.

Last Night of the BBC Proms

London is never short of unforgettable experiences and the Last Night of the BBC Proms in the iconic Royal Albert Hall is just that. From classical masterpieces to cherished traditional favourites, the concert captures the very best of British musical culture.

Manchester Literature Festival

Manchester Literature Festival returns from 9 – 25 October 2026 with a stellar line up of writers and thinkers from across the globe, including acclaimed novelists Elif Shafak and Emily St. John Mandel, award-winning screenwriter Russell T Davies and Booker Prize winner Bernardine Evaristo, alongside a host of other literary talent.

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Liverpool Summer of Music

This year Liverpool celebrates it's tenth anniversary as a UNESCO city of music and kicking the party off with an amazing line-up of shows and events for Liverpool Music Month throughout May.

The Real Manchester

Experience Manchester, a city with so much to discover, whether you’re coming for a gig, an electric football match, or an unforgettable getaway.

The Human Collective Wellness Festival

Mark your diary and gather friends as Coventry's coolest neighbourhood is hosting an all-encompassing wellness festival.

FarGo Village

Just a 15-minute walk from Coventry Railway Station, FarGo Village is the ideal place to explore the city’s creative quarter, and if we may say so - one of Coventry's best kept secrets.

The West Midlands and Birmingham Pass

Planning a weekend away with family or friends and stuck for ideas? We've done all the research for you and are delighted to announce the newly launched West Midlands and Birmingham Pass allowing you to discover the best of the West Midlands and the UK's second city.

Discover the West Midlands

All the tips you need to explore a region packed with adventures, right on your doorstep.

Page last updated on 20 August 2026