# Event Details - **Event Name**: Black History Month - Greater Manchester Civic Launch - **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 24 Sep, 2026 at 07:00 pm – Thu, 24 Sep, 2026 at 08:30 pm (+01:00) - **Event Description**: Join Greater Manchester's Black History Month Civic Launch: live performances, community and the 2026 BHM calendar launch.About this EventGreater Manchester's Black History Month begins here.Join civic leaders, community organisations and cultural institutions for an evening of live performances celebrating Black history and heritage, marking the official launch of the Greater Manchester BHM 2026 calendar of events.The evening brings together performances, community connection and recognition of the contributions shaping our city and nation today. The event has been shaped with civic leaders and community voices through our GM BHM Stakeholder Group, drawing on the experiences of the people it celebrates.When: Thursday 24th September 2026Time: 7:00PM - 11:30PMVenue: Manchester Cathedral, Victoria St, Manchester M3 1SXWhat to expect:Live performances celebrating Black history and heritageThe official launch of the Greater Manchester BHM calendar of eventsA gathering of civic leaders, community organisations and cultural institutionsStall opportunities to promote your business, cause or organisation and connect with partners (spaces limited)Delivered by the Caribbean & African Health & Supported by Greater Manchester Combined Authority.Register today to secure your place. Interested in hosting a stall? Contact us at bhm@cahn.org.uk https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/b4f1b570-a4c8-11f1-8345-8160f1306c66-rimg-w523-h740-dc0878b8-gmir.jpg - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/manchester/black-history-month-greater-manchester-civic-launch/100001975179348602 - **Event Categories**: calendar, health-wellness, art, fine-arts, nonprofit - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes - Location: Manchester Cathedral - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: GBP ## Event venue details - **city**: Manchester - **state**: EN - **country**: United Kingdom - **location**: Manchester Cathedral - **lat**: 53.4851459 - **long**: -2.2443156 - **full address**: Manchester Cathedral, Victoria Street, Manchester, United Kingdom ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Black History Month - Greater Manchester Civic Launch - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/cb68c537f9d1267ae711d535f70a52a1eb7685d6a9394923af3236d6272c6a2e-rimg-w1200-h598-dc311431-gmir.jpg?v=1763963275 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Black History Month - Greater Manchester Civic Launch being held? - **A:** Black History Month - Greater Manchester Civic Launch takes place on Thu, 24 Sep, 2026 at 07:00 pm to Thu, 24 Sep, 2026 at 08:30 pm at Manchester Cathedral, Victoria Street, Manchester, United Kingdom. - **Q**: Who is organizing Black History Month - Greater Manchester Civic Launch? - **A:** Black History Month - Greater Manchester Civic Launch is organized by Caribbean & African Health Network (CAHN)Greater Manchester. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Black History Month - Greater Manchester Civic Launch is ideal for music lovers, fans of all genres, and anyone who wants to celebrate the power of music - from intimate gigs and live sessions to festivals and cultural performances. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Manchester, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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