# Events & Things To Do In Manchester on 16th August 2026

- **Subtitle**: Discover the best events and activities in Manchester on 16th August 2026. From live concerts to art exhibitions, find the perfect thing to do for an unforgettable day out.
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## About

Discover the best events and activities in Manchester on 16th August 2026. From live concerts to art exhibitions, find the perfect thing to do for an unforgettable day out.

## Events in Manchester

- **Event Name**: Joji at Co-op Live
  - **Description**: ✨ Embark on an extraordinary journey at Joji at Co-op Live, where every moment promises to be unforgettable! 🌟 Imagine of transforming Co-op Live in the heart of Manchester, EN into a re
  - **Date**: Sun Aug 16 2026 at 06:30 pm (+00:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/manchester/joji-at-co-op-live/2400029796774645
  - **Venue**: Co-op Live
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  - **Categories**: contests, trips-adventures
- **Event Name**: UK B-Boy Championships - World Finals - 30th Anniversary.
  - **Description**: 🌍 UK B-Boy Championships – World Breaking Finals 2026

🏆 30th Anniversary Edition

For three decades, the UK B-Boy Championships have defined the global standard for breaking battles.
In 2026, we celebrate 30 years of history, culture, and champions with
  - **Date**: Sun Aug 16 2026 at 03:00 pm (+01:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/manchester/uk-b-boy-championships-world-finals-30th-anniversary/200030117904340
  - **Venue**: Factory International
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  - **Categories**: Sports, Music, Workshops, Entertainment
- **Event Name**: Studio Ghibli Painting Workshop
  - **Description**: Enter the world of Studio Ghibli and learn how to draw & paint your favourite scenes  & Characters with watercolour!About this Event  https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/63341910-5768-11f1-8ff9-19a22203edf4-rimg-w1
  - **Date**: Sun Aug 16 2026 at 01:00 pm – Sun Aug 16 2026 at 03:30 pm (+01:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/manchester/studio-ghibli-painting-workshop/100001988686966250
  - **Venue**: Northern Monk Refectory MCR
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  - **Price**: GBP 12 to 58
  - **Categories**: art, workshops, fine-arts, drawing-painting
- **Event Name**: Aaron Lee Tasjan
  - **Description**: Nearby AttractionsAaron Lee Tasjan has 12 upcoming events.Note: Over 14s only. A max of 6 tickets per person and per household applies. Tickets in excess of 6 will be cancelled.Ticket Limit
  - **Date**: Sun Aug 16 2026 at 07:00 pm – Sun Aug 16 2026 at 09:00 pm (00:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/manchester/aaron-lee-tasjan/210007207298958
  - **Venue**: The Lodge, Manchester
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  - **Categories**: Music
- **Event Name**: Joji Manchester Tickets
  - **Description**: Joji at Co-op Live✨ Enter a world of endless possibilities at Joji Manchester Tickets, where every moment tells a story! 🏛️ The stunning Co-op Live in vibrant Manchester, EN transforms in
  - **Date**: Sun Aug 16 2026 (+00:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/manchester/joji-manchester-tickets/100029773307624
  - **Venue**: Co-op Live
  - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czkvYmFubmVycy83OTZhZWVjMC0yNDBhLTExZjEtODUwMC00ZjBjM2IwYmY0OGUtcmltZy13MTIwMC1oMzMyLWRjNGI1YWMwLWdtaXIud2VicD92PTE3NzM5NzYyODM.avif
  - **Price**: EUR 81
  - **Categories**: trips-adventures
- **Event Name**: Reggae Brunch MCR - Sun 16th Aug - SUMMER FEAST
  - **Description**: 🌴 Reggae Brunch MCR – Sunday 16th August | SUMMER FEAST 🌞
2PM – 7PM | Freight Island, Manchester

Get ready — our MCR Summer Launch is here!
We’re back in the iconic Plant Room at Freight Island for another unforgettable day packed with island vibes, musi
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  - **Date**: Sun Aug 16 2026 at 01:00 pm – Sun Aug 16 2026 at 06:00 pm (+00:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/manchester/reggae-brunch-mcr-sun-16th-aug-summer-feast/3600029929865038
  - **Venue**: Freight Island
  - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czYvYmFubmVycy8zOTY0MmUxMC0zZGYzLTExZjEtYWFmZS04ZDI1YTI3MmVhMzYtcmltZy13MTIwMC1oODAwLWRjMTYxNjE2LWdtaXIuanBnP3Y9MTc3NjgyNTAyNw.avif
  - **Categories**: reggae, brunch, art, nonprofit, parties, entertainment
- **Event Name**: Oasis Wonderwalk Tour
  - **Description**: Wander through the streets and learn some of the hidden gems and secrets of Manchester!About this EventOasis Wonderwalk Tour – The Ultimate Oasis Experience!
  - **Date**: Sun Aug 16 2026 (+01:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/manchester/oasis-wonderwalk-tour-tickets/80001238610077
  - **Venue**: Arch of Chinatown
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  - **Price**: GBP 15
  - **Categories**: meetups, music, live-music, entertainment

## Trending Events in Manchester

- **Event Name**: The Foundations of Watercolour Painting Workshop
  - **Description**: During this course you will discover how a deeper understanding of painting techniques can equip you with the practical methods and skills to help you with any future paintings you want to attempt.Suitable for people of all levels of experience;
  - **Venue**: Gorilla
  - **Banner**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/thumbs/thumb69a947c3d330a.jpg
- **Event Name**: Understanding Proportions & Movement in Life Drawing Workshop
  - **Description**: During this fully tutored life drawing course you will discover how returning to the essential principles of drawing can help even the more experienced artist to express their ideas and observations more eloquently.Guided by our tutor you will b
  - **Venue**: Gorilla
  - **Banner**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/thumbs/thumb69e77af98c9c5.jpg
- **Event Name**: Drawing Faces: The Ultimate Portrait Course
  - **Description**: Have you ever wanted to capture the likeness of a face on paper or admired an artist's skill in drawing portraits? In this fully guided workshop Drawing Portraits: The Fundamentals you'll learn essential techniques for drawing realistic expressive face
  - **Venue**: Friends' Meeting House, Mount Street, Manchester, UK
  - **Banner**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/thumbs/thumb6a002a97123de.jpg
- **Event Name**: Foundations of Life Drawing : A Structured Approach to Drawing the Figure
  - **Description**: This is an opportunity for beginner artists to come together and learn new techniques and skills in capturing the human form from a live model.Because we believe that life drawing is an essential skill for all artists whether you're interested i
  - **Venue**: Gorilla
  - **Banner**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/thumbs/thumb6a00287bb8095.jpg
- **Event Name**: Oasis Wonderwalk Tour
  - **Description**: Wander through the streets and learn some of the hidden gems and secrets of Manchester!About this EventOasis Wonderwalk Tour – The Ultimate Oasis Experience!
  - **Venue**: Arch of Chinatown
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- **Event Name**: Life Drawing+wine n’ tapas **NQ Manchester
  - **Description**: All welcome to join our life drawing sessions on Tuesdays night in our fantastic photographic studio in the Norther Quarter of Manchester.These are not ordinary life drawing classes. Draw the naked figure while having a glass of win
  - **Venue**: Studio Bee, Dance, Art & Photography
  - **Banner**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/thumbs/thumb68e4ff0962415.jpg
- **Event Name**: The Weeknd, Playboi Carti in Manchester
  - **Description**: 🎤 Catch The Weeknd Live at TBA on Thursday, June 11, 2026! 🎤
Ready to experience the night of your life? The Weeknd is bringing their infectious energy and hit songs like One Of The Girls (with JENNIE, Lily
  - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/c2625ca0-05bd-11f1-97b1-bfc352c3f941-rimg-w1200-h675-dc667cd1-gmir.webp?v=1770644799
- **Event Name**: The Weeknd at Etihad Stadium
  - **Description**: 🌟 Journey into wonder at The Weeknd at Etihad Stadium, where extraordinary experiences await around every corner! 🏛️ Set against the backdrop of Etihad Stadium in dynamic Manchester, EN,
  - **Venue**: Etihad Stadium
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- **Event Name**: Charlie Puth at Manchester Academy
  - **Description**: ✨ Discover the extraordinary at Charlie Puth at Manchester Academy, where magic meets reality in ways you've never imagined! 🏛️ Set in Manchester Academy nestled in bustling Manchester, EN
  - **Venue**: Manchester Academy
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top events in Manchester?
  - **A:** Joji at Co-op Live (Sun Aug 16 2026 at 06:30 pm at Co-op Live), UK B-Boy Championships - World Finals - 30th Anniversary. (Sun Aug 16 2026 at 03:00 pm at Factory International), Studio Ghibli Painting Workshop (Sun Aug 16 2026 at 01:00 pm at Northern Monk Refectory MCR), Aaron Lee Tasjan (Sun Aug 16 2026 at 07:00 pm at The Lodge, Manchester), Joji Manchester Tickets (Sun Aug 16 2026 at Co-op Live).
- **Q**: How can I find events in Manchester?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming events in Manchester on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests.
- **Q**: How do I buy tickets for events in Manchester?
  - **A:** You can buy tickets directly through AllEvents.in. Many events offer online booking with options for free, paid, and early-bird tickets.
- **Q**: What are the popular venues for events in Manchester?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting events in Manchester include Co-op Live, Factory International, Northern Monk Refectory MCR.
- **Q**: What is the price range for events in Manchester?
  - **A:** Prices for events in Manchester range from GBP 12 to GBP 81. Many events also offer free entry.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for events in Manchester?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting events in Manchester include Vivid Events, UK B-Boy Championships, Floating Art Workshop.
- **Q**: Are there any online events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many events are available online. You can filter for virtual events on AllEvents.in to attend from anywhere.
- **Q**: How can I get notified about new events in Manchester?
  - **A:** Follow the  category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new events are listed in Manchester.

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