March in Manchester is shaping up to be full of energy and memorable experiences! Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with lively parades and Irish spirit, treat yourself to concerts, theatre, food festivals, and more as the city comes alive for spring.

Mothers Day

Mother’s Day is just around the corner, and Manchester is full of ways to make it special this March. From relaxed brunches and indulgent afternoon teas to fun days out and a spot of shopping, there’s something to suit every kind of mum (and every student budget!). For more inspiration on how to spoil your loved one check out this blog post.

15th March📍Manchester

St Patricks Day

Manchester is one of the best places in the UK to celebrate St Patrick’s Day, with the city hosting a lively parade and Irish Festival each year featuring live music, dancing and street performances, usually across the weekend before 17th March. Revellers can then head to iconic Irish pubs like Mulligans, O'Sheas Irish Bar and O'Neill's Printworks for Guinness, traditional music and late night parties, while bars across the city centre keep the celebrations going with themed events, drinks deals and a buzzing atmosphere.

17th March📍Manchester

Blue Rinse Vintage Clearance Kilo Sale

If you’re in Manchester this March and love vintage fashion, don’t miss the Blue Rinse Vintage Kilo Sale Clearance at Sacha’s Hotel. Shoppers can hunt through racks of handpicked retro treasures, paying just £10 per kilo for unique, preloved clothing, over 6 tonnes of vintage are brought to each event!

14th March📍Sacha's, M4 1SH

Reneé Rapp

Reneé Rapp will be bringing her BITE ME Tour to AO Arena Manchester, one of only three UK arena dates on her biggest European tour yet. Expect a high energy pop show featuring hits from her new album alongside fan favourite tracks, making it one of the standout music events in Manchester this March. Click here to book tickets

18th March📍Opera House, M3 1AR

Manchester Irish Festival 

One of the biggest highlights in Manchester this March is the Manchester Irish Festival, celebrating all things Irish in the lead up to St Patrick’s Day. Expect a lively parade through the city, live music, traditional dancing, and plenty of great food and drink. It’s a brilliant way to soak up the atmosphere with friends and experience one of the city’s most vibrant cultural celebrations. Click here for more information

8th-17th March📍Manchester

A Taste of Altrincham

If you’re looking for something delicious to do this March, A Taste of Altrincham 2026 is well worth adding to your plans. Taking place in Altrincham from Friday 27th February to Sunday 8th March, this ten day celebration showcases the town’s thriving food and drink scene, with special offers, cookery demos, supper clubs and hands on classes led by talented local chefs and independent favourites. Click here for more information 

27th Feb-8th March📍Altrincham

Lily Allen performs West End Girl

Lily Allen heads to Aviva Studios this March with her Performs West End Girl show, a special live run designed around her newest album West End Girl. For the first time in years, she’s hitting the road to perform this bold and personal record from start to finish, bringing her unique voice and storytelling to life onstage in an intimate setting.

10th-11th March📍Aviva Studios, M3 4JQ

MOBO AWARDS

This March Manchester will host the MOBO Awards for the very first time! On Thursday 26th March 2026, the Coop Live Arena will come alive with music, culture, and creativity as the MOBO Organisation celebrates 30 years of championing talent, making it a must see event for locals and visitors alike. It has already been confirmed that Olivia Dean, Flo, and Tiwa Savage will perform on the night. Click here to book tickets

26th March📍Co-Op Live, M11 3DL

Chris Ramsey at the Opera House

Another great option is catching some live comedy with Opera House Manchester hosting Chris Ramsey on Friday 13 and Saturday 14 March 2026. He’s bringing his new stand up show Here Man for two evenings of laugh out loud entertainment. Click here to book tickets

13th-14th March📍Opera House, M3 3HP

Mean Girls – The Musical

Mean Girls The Musical is hitting the stage with all the drama, laughs, and unforgettable tunes you know and love. From sharp witted humour to show stopping musical numbers, this live adaptation of the iconic film promises a night full of entertainment and fun. Click here to book tickets

23rd Feb-7th March📍Opera House, M3 3HP

Basement Jaxx

Get ready, Manchester! Basement Jaxx are bringing their legendary energy to Aviva Studios for an unforgettable night on March 28th. Famous for their electrifying beats and high octane performances, they’re set to deliver a show you won’t want to miss. Experience one of electronic music’s most iconic acts live in the heart of the city!