Best Events In August

Searching for events at breweries? This cool tour is taking place across multiple Saturdays, offering tastings and behind-the-scenes access at each stop. To top it off, you'll be accompanied by a knowledgeable guide to let you in on all the secrets.

Make your way to Electric Shuffle in Spinningfields this weekend, for one of their quirky brunch socials. You'll get to enjoy unlimited pizza paddles throughout the two-hour session, as well as a whole bottle of prosecco each, all while battling against your friends on the shuffleboard tables. You'll finish up by toasting to the winner in their stylish bar, with tickets starting from just £30 per person.

Showcasing some of the best short films from around the world, Indieflicks monthly film festival runs on the first Sunday of every month at MiniCine in Ducie Street Warehouse. There'll be a various selection of movies, and you'll get the chance to vote for your favourite at the end of the night. They'll be showing the director's choice to finish, and there's tasty food and drink available from the bar throughout.

Throughout August, Red Bank venue GRUB are putting on a stellar lineup of events for you to enjoy; from weekly disco-themed bottomless brunches with karaoke and lyric guessing challenges to quizzes accompanied by fizz.

Looking for things to do in Manchester this weekend? A bottle of prosecco per person, endless pizza paddles and a go on the state-of-the-art dartboards; Flight Club's famous Brunch Social is always great fun throughout August. 

For a boozy activity, head to 11 Central in Salford, where they're offering a brilliant gin tasting experience every weekend. Kick off with a refreshing G and T, before learning all about the history of this spirit from their expert guides. You'll get to taste plenty of delicious tipples here too, before receiving 10% off your bill if you choose to dine in the restaurant afterwards. And if you fancy something more hands on? Then check out their gin making experience instead.

Choose a week to nab tickets to YO!'s masterclass across Arndale and Selfridges with friends or dates alike. Here, you'll enjoy gyozas on arrival, followed by the chance to brush up on your knife skills and create four different delish sushi items.

With weekly Benidorm bingo sessions and even appearances from RuPaul's Drag Race stars throughout August, FunnyBoyz Manchester is the ideal way to get your fix of hilarious queens or amazing games. Not only that, but you can upgrade to party packages for hens and special occasions.

Need a bit of drag to spice up picks of Manchester events this weekend? Bougie Drag & Boy Toy Events are on-hand with buff butlers, drag superstars and plenty of surprises up their sleeves. These unmissable things to do include food and bottomless booze to boot.

When it comes to free events in Manchester this August, DogHouse Manchester has your back with their live acoustic nights every Saturday from 7pm. Nab your favourite craft beer from behind the bar, or a full meal or burgers and wings, before listening to the show. Even better? they're also offering rooftop yoga and brunch sessions too.

Blues Kitchen's Hip Hop Orchestra Brunch is a top choice of things to do on a Saturday, thanks to 90 minutes of unlimited booze, themed performances from the orchestra and tasty food inspired by America's Deep South. Munch away and get up on your feet at this fun event.

Get ready for some of the best events in Manchester today, as Alcotraz brings together unique interiors, immersive action and delicious drinks throughout August. Smuggle in a bottle of your favourite spirit and you'll find yourself sipping with cocktail-savvy inmates throughout the prison-themed experience.

If you fancy a knees-up with friends, check out Taste + Liquor's list of things to do in Manchester for August 2025. When it comes to party events, these guys are second to none, fronting afternoons of bottomless booze and the most scrumptious brunch meals. Not to mention amazing themes - think 90s throwback and epic RnB hits.

After outdoor events in Manchester during August? This fun puzzle treasure hunt has you make your way across the city, uncovering hidden streets and seeing top landmarks. Crack clues, solve puzzles and decipher codes to win your grand prize: 20% off your bill at a local pub.

If you're a sucker for bottomless brunching, this is a quirky alternative. When you're in need of events in Manchester this weekend throughout August, enjoy an afternoon tea or sharing platters at Cherry Jam, which come complete with free-flowing cocktails and musical bingo.

Wondering what's on in Manchester this August 2025? Paintvine have you covered with a range of artistic events where you can also sip drinks courtesy of the hosting bar. Whether you choose canvas painting or pottery sculpting, expect there to be a load of fun waiting at Revs Deansgate Locks or Parsonage Gardens and the King's Arms.

There are all kinds of brilliant events going on at The Spirit of Manchester Distillery this month, situated on Watson Street. Get stuck into cocktail masterclasses, gin making sessions and learn all about the history of whisky and how it's made. or if you fancy something more relaxed, be sure to check out their tasting events instead, with prices starting from £30 per person.

This month is the perfect time to explore some of Manchester's culture and history, and where better to do that than at these museums and galleries? We've got everything from the Science and industry museum to The Pankhurst Centre and the Castlefield Gallery in our guide, so there's something to suit everyone here - including art, transport, the Suffragette movement and more

Out of all the August events in Manchester this 2025, Pride has to be on your list. Take to the bars of Canal Street, get stuck into the parade and enjoy the iconic Gay Village Party across a full weekend of fun. A round-up of the best things to do? Right this way.