# Event Details - **Event Name**: MANCHESTER FOREVER 2026 - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 02 May, 2026 at 02:00 pm – Sun, 03 May, 2026 at 12:00 am (+01:00) - **Event Description**: Relive the golden age of rave at Manchester Forever - the biggest celebration of the 90s Manchester rave scene.About this EventMANCHESTER FOREVER 2026THE ULTIMATE 90s RAVE REUNIONBank Holiday Weekend | Saturday 2nd May 2026 | Bowlers Exhibition Centre, ManchesterRelive the golden age of rave at Manchester Forever - the biggest celebration of the 90s Manchester rave scene.This year, the event will be marked by a very special moment: the Stu Allan Festival will officially host the main arena at Manchester Forever on Saturday 2nd May 2026.Back at its spiritual home, the legendary Bowlers Exhibition Centre will once again become the epicentre of rave. In the 1990s, Bowlers defined UK club culture, hosting era-defining events including Helter Skelter, Fantazia, Life, Compulsion and Asylum. Its vast 84,000-square-foot space was a temple for thousands of ravers, and remains one of Manchester’s most important cultural landmarks.On Bank Holiday weekend 2026, Manchester Forever will bring it all back with:Four arenas spanning Old Skool, Hardcore, Jungle, Acid, Gabber and TechnoA full 90s fairground experienceOver 60 legendary DJs and MCsEVENT DETAILSVenue: Bowlers Exhibition Centre, ManchesterDate: Saturday 2nd May 2026 – Bank Holiday WeekendTime: 2:00pm – 12:00amARENA 1 – STU ALLAN FESTIVALSpecial Guests: DJ Welly, NipperArtists (A–Z):Billy Daniel Bunter, Ellis Dee, Gary Hypnotic B2B Pete Daley, Greenbins, Leeroy Thornhill (Ex–The Prodigy), Mark XTC, Paul Taylor, Ratpack, Rob Tissera, Rozalla (Live), Shades of Rhythm, Slipmatt.MCs (A–Z): Chalkie White, Charlie B, Five Alive, Magika.A celebration of Old Skool anthems, piano classics and euphoric energy in tribute to Stu Allan.ARENA 2 – HISTORY OF HARDCOREArtists (A–Z):DJ Sy, DJ Viper, Dougal, Fat Controller, Hixxy, Mark Breeze, Scott Brown, Seduction, Sharkey, Si Frater, Vibes & Livelee, Vinylgroover.MCs (A–Z):Charlie B, Livelee, Magika, MC Energy, Shocker, Whizzkid, Wotsee.Hardcore legends reunite for a full-throttle journey through the sound that defined a generation.ARENA 3 – HISTORY OF JUNGLEArtists (A–Z):Bryan Gee, DJ Hype, DJ Phantasy, DJ Rap, Futurebound, Kenny Ken, Ray Keith, Sappo, Silver & Prophecy, Simon Bassline Smith & DJ SS, Vegas (BCUK).MCs (A–Z):Fearless, Five Alive, Flux, IC3, MC Toddlah, Navigator, Ranski, Shabba D.A tribute to the innovators of Jungle and early Drum & Bass, celebrating the roots of bass culture.ARENA 4 – TECHNODROMEArtists (A–Z):Big Worm & Rascal, Cally, Dolphin, Hellfish presents Deathchant, Lomas, Mark EG, Scorpio, The DJ Producer.MCs (A–Z):Ribbz, Shocker, Squidgy B.A showcase of raw UK techno, acid and gabber from the underground pioneers of the harder sound.“Manchester Forever is a reunion for the people who lived it, loved it and shaped the scene. Bringing this back to Bowlers feels like closing the circle on one of the most important chapters in UK dance music.” - Forever Presents Team - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/stretford/manchester-forever-2026/100001967627092601 - **Event Categories**: bank-holiday, raves, exhibitions, art, festivals, holiday, music, entertainment - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 32.83, max: 38.49, currency: GBP ## Event venue details - **city**: Stretford - **state**: EN - **country**: United Kingdom - **location**: Bowlers Exhibition Centre - **lat**: 53.4692362 - **long**: -2.3313971 - **full address**: Bowlers Exhibition Centre, Longbridge Road, Stretford, United Kingdom ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: MANCHESTER FOREVER 2026 - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/d45d7e89e8bed1a08f676341003f5517cfc53d5e117c72d54641a424e38eacff-rimg-w1200-h1200-dc2c3246-gmir.jpg?v=1763331717 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is MANCHESTER FOREVER 2026 being held? - **A:** MANCHESTER FOREVER 2026 takes place on Sat, 02 May, 2026 at 02:00 pm to Sun, 03 May, 2026 at 12:00 am at Bowlers Exhibition Centre, Longbridge Road, Stretford, United Kingdom. - **Q**: How much do tickets cost for MANCHESTER FOREVER 2026? - **A:** Ticket prices for MANCHESTER FOREVER 2026 range from GBP 33 to GBP 38 depending on the ticket type. This is a high-demand event - early booking is strongly recommended. Here's a full breakdown of available ticket types:Ticket TypePriceAvailability1st ReleaseGBP 33 + GBP 4 feeLimited2nd ReleaseGBP 38 + GBP 4 feeAvailable - **Q**: Who is organizing MANCHESTER FOREVER 2026? - **A:** MANCHESTER FOREVER 2026 is organized by Forever Presents. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** MANCHESTER FOREVER 2026 is ideal for art lovers, trade professionals, collectors, and exhibition enthusiasts exploring the latest in their field. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Stretford, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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