
Chess and DJ Night - Second time!
Fri 20 Nov · 18:00
The Portico Library
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The Chess and DJ Night will be held at The Portico Library in Manchester on 20 November 2026. This event combines a relaxing chess-playing atmosphere with a DJ set featuring bebop jazz music. It aims to provide a unique social experience under the library's Georgian dome.
We are back! Join us for a relaxing chess playing under the the Portico Georgian dome with Jasper Cheng’s DJ set of bebop jazz music.
Join us for a second running of our relaxing chess playing under the ambient of the Portico Georgian dome with Jasper Cheng’s DJ set of bebop jazz music. Enjoy the music and chess or also take part on a ‘Design Your Own Chess Piece’ workshop run by the Portico’s commissioned artist Hattie Kongaunruan! All materials provided.
We invite you to bring your own chess set to play. The Portico will provide two sets (first come first serve basis) and tables and chairs.
There will be refreshments available to purchase.
All ‘Design Your Own Chess Piece’ workshop materials will be provided for.
Optionally, for an additional fee of £22, you can get your bespoke Chess piece design 3D printed by Hattie in your chosen colour. Payment & arrangements will be made at the event day to pick up the chess pieces later at the Portico. Each print will be 7-8cm tall approx.
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Frequently asked questions
Chess and DJ Night - Second time! takes place on Friday, 20 November 2026 at 18:00.
Chess and DJ Night - Second time! is held at The Portico Library in Manchester (57 Mosley Street, Manchester, M2 3HY).
Tickets for Chess and DJ Night - Second time! range from £6.13 to £9.38. Live prices and availability are shown on Eventbrite.
Yes — hotels within walking distance of The Portico Library can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
Tickets for Chess and DJ Night - Second time! can be booked via Eventbrite using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
Editorial summaryAbout this event
The Chess and DJ Night will be held at The Portico Library in Manchester on 20 November 2026. This event combines a relaxing chess-playing atmosphere with a DJ set featuring bebop jazz music. It aims to provide a unique social experience under the library's Georgian dome.
This summary was automatically generated from event data sourced from official ticketing providers.
We are back! Join us for a relaxing chess playing under the the Portico Georgian dome with Jasper Cheng’s DJ set of bebop jazz music.
Join us for a second running of our relaxing chess playing under the ambient of the Portico Georgian dome with Jasper Cheng’s DJ set of bebop jazz music. Enjoy the music and chess or also take part on a ‘Design Your Own Chess Piece’ workshop run by the Portico’s commissioned artist Hattie Kongaunruan! All materials provided.
We invite you to bring your own chess set to play. The Portico will provide two sets (first come first serve basis) and tables and chairs.
There will be refreshments available to purchase.
All ‘Design Your Own Chess Piece’ workshop materials will be provided for.
Optionally, for an additional fee of £22, you can get your bespoke Chess piece design 3D printed by Hattie in your chosen colour. Payment & arrangements will be made at the event day to pick up the chess pieces later at the Portico. Each print will be 7-8cm tall approx.
Description supplied by the event organiser.
StayStaying overnight?
Hotels within walking distance of The Portico Library. Searching near 57 Mosley Street, Manchester, M2 3HY; check-in Friday, 20 November 2026.
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Before you goFrequently asked questions
When is Chess and DJ Night - Second time!?
Chess and DJ Night - Second time! takes place on Friday, 20 November 2026 at 18:00.
Where is Chess and DJ Night - Second time! taking place?
Chess and DJ Night - Second time! is held at The Portico Library in Manchester (57 Mosley Street, Manchester, M2 3HY).
How much are tickets for Chess and DJ Night - Second time!?
Tickets for Chess and DJ Night - Second time! range from £6.13 to £9.38. Live prices and availability are shown on Eventbrite.
Is there anywhere to stay near Chess and DJ Night - Second time!?
Yes — hotels within walking distance of The Portico Library can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
How do I get tickets for Chess and DJ Night - Second time!?
Tickets for Chess and DJ Night - Second time! can be booked via Eventbrite using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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