Exhibitions & Art Events in Manchester
48 upcoming exhibitions & art events
Manchester’s exhibition and art scene offers a compelling narrative, reflecting the city’s industrial heritage and forward-thinking spirit. From the grand halls of the Manchester Art Gallery to the thought-provoking displays at the People's History Museum, there's a constant dialogue between the past and the present. You'll find a diverse range of exhibitions, often exploring social history, contemporary practice, and cutting-edge design. Venues like Bowlers Exhibition Centre and The Holden Gallery contribute to this dynamic landscape, showcasing everything from established artists to emerging talent. This is a city where creativity is woven into the fabric of its identity, inviting exploration and discovery.
As of August 2026, EventsList.co.uk lists 48 upcoming exhibitions & art events in Manchester, Greater Manchester, including 14 free to attend. Each listing is updated three times daily from verified UK ticketing sources and includes the date, venue, price and a direct booking link.
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FREERare Reads
📍 John Rylands Library
DRAG & DRAW Costumed Live Drawing at the Whitworth Gallery (+18) AUG 27TH
📍 The Whitworth
FREERare Reads
📍 John Rylands Library
FREERylands Discovery Tour
📍 John Rylands Library
FREEArt on a Postcard: Opening Event
📍 Besses o' th' Barn Band
FREEGallery Talk: Oldham Panorama
📍 Gallery Oldham
On The Line – Audio Described guided tour
📍 People's History Museum
Free - £14.00
FREEMixed? Exhibition Launch
📍 Carlton Club
CHOICE Life Simulation: Ukrainian Edition
📍 PINK
FREEArt Exhibition Launch - 1838 Collective x INNSiDE by Meliá Manchester
📍 INNSiDE by Meliá Manchester
Leigh Francis - When I’m Not Titting About On Telly
📍 1853 Studios & Gallery Mill 2
1853 Studios Open Studios 26
📍 1853 Studios & Gallery Mill 2
Creative Meetup for Menstrual Health and Recurring Pregnancy Loss
📍 Platform One Gallery, Todmorden Railway Station
Karen McBride: Just A Girl From North Manchester
📍 Manchester Central Library
FREEHeritage Open Day Stockport Stroll
📍 Stockport War Memorial Art Gallery
Manchester Jewellery Week - Exhibition Trail
📍 HOME Manchester
£16.96
FREEAitor Throup in Conversation | Manchester Art Gallery
📍 Manchester Art Gallery
The Girl Games - September 2026
📍 Bowlers Exhibition Centre
FREEPakistan Fashion Week -MANCHESTER - 2026 - POP- UP EXHIBITION
📍 Village Hotel Cheadle
FREEManchester Jewellery Week TALK- Toni Mayner
📍 Manchester Craft & Design Centre
FREEThird Space Oldham Launch Event
📍 1853 Studios and Gallery
Distant Voices Exhibition
📍 Saan1
FREEManchester Home Show Autumn 2026
📍 Mercure Manchester Piccadilly Hotel
FREERIBA NW EDI Group The Good, The Bad, The Built
📍 53two
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Exhibitions & Art Events in Manchester — Complete Guide
Discover the vibrant exhibitions & art scene in Manchester with EventsList.co.uk's comprehensive event listings. Our platform aggregates exhibitions & art events from across Manchester, providing you with detailed information including venue details, ticket prices, and direct booking links.
Whether you're looking for tonight's exhibitions & art events or planning ahead for the weekend, our real-time listings are updated daily to ensure you never miss out on the best exhibitions & artexperiences Manchester has to offer.
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How many exhibitions & art events are on in Manchester?
There are currently 48 upcoming exhibitions & art events in Manchester. New events are added daily — check back regularly or browse by date to find the best upcoming exhibitions & art in the city.
Are there free exhibitions & art events in Manchester?
Yes — 14 of the current exhibitions & art listings in Manchester are free to attend. Use the free events filter to see them all.
Where can I find exhibitions & art events in Manchester this weekend?
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Exhibitions & Art Events in Manchester — Your Complete Guide
Manchester's exhibitions and art scene is one of the most exciting in the UK, with a rich mix of major international shows, homegrown talent, experimental galleries, and pop-up art spaces that keep the visual arts calendar constantly refreshed.
The city's galleries span the full spectrum: publicly funded institutions with world-class permanent collections sit alongside commercial galleries representing emerging artists, artist-run spaces showcasing experimental work, and temporary exhibition spaces that transform warehouses, shops and unusual venues into immersive art environments.
Photography, sculpture, installation, painting, printmaking, digital art and craft all feature strongly in Manchester's exhibition programme. Many shows are free to enter, and the city's late-night gallery openings (often free, with drinks) have become an established part of its social calendar — a chance to see new work and meet the artists who made it.
Manchester's creative community is deeply engaged: open studio events, artist talks, workshops tied to current exhibitions, and print fairs give visitors the chance to go beyond passive viewing and engage directly with the creative process. If you're new to art, following a gallery's social media accounts or joining a mailing list is the best way to stay on top of the constantly changing programme.