Visitors

A warm welcome awaits you at Manchester Central.
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We can't wait to see you.

Here you’ll find everything you need to plan your visit. From getting to the venue, places to stay and how to make the most of your time in Manchester. 

Can’t find what you’re looking for? Get in touch with any questions and we’ll be delighted to help you.

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Getting Here

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Hotels

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Restaurants & Bars

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Manchester Furniture Show

Get your mid-season buying fix this 6 - 7 July at Manchester Furniture Show, the UK's premier summer trade only event for furniture and interiors.
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Trade Exhibitions
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UK Space Conference 2025

Discover opportunities in the UK’s thriving space sector as leaders, innovators, researchers and explorers gather to chart the future.
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Trade Exhibitions
Conferences
Trade / professional only

MegaCon Live

MegaCon Live Manchester is back 26–27 July! TV, film, anime, cosplay, creators & more. Kids 10 & under go free – fuel your fandom & grab your tickets!
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Public Events
Open to public

Titanic Exhibition: Manchester

Explore the Titanic story as never seen before. Combining unique immersive experiences with genuine artefacts, this exhibition is not to be missed.
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Public Events
Open to public

Prayer Storm Conference

Prayer Storm Conference at Manchester Central, join us as we worship and intercede for the nations.
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Public Events
Open to public

UKPackaging Expo 2025

Welcome to UKPackaging Expo - the UK’s leading event for the packaging industry.
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Trade Exhibitions
Open to public

AEO Conference 2025

The annual AEO Conference brings together key players within the events industry, offering networking, insight and motivation.
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Conferences
Trade / professional only

The Baby & Toddler Show

Save money on over 150 brands, get hands-on demonstrations, meet the brand experts and ask them your important questions in person and so much more.
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Public Events
Open to public

Data Decoded MCR 25

The Ultimate Data & AI Festival for Data Professionals & Business Leaders.
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Public Events
Open to public

HYPER JAPAN Manchester

Japan's biggest pop culture event arrives in Manchester with anime, food, fashion, and more!
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Public Events
Open to public

Clinical Pharmacy Congress North 2025

Now entering its third year, Clinical Pharmacy Congress North is the leading event dedicated to clinical pharmacy across the North of England.
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Conferences
Trade / professional only

Manchester Art Fair 2025

For the collector, curator and simply curious
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Public Events
Open to public

2025 Christmas Parties

Supercharge your Christmas at Manchester's leading Christmas party venue.
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Public Events
Open to public

Digitech25

Annual technology and technology procurement event for public sector
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Conferences
Trade / professional only
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Manchester - Our City

Manchester Central is located in the heart of Manchester, a dynamic city bursting with character, and proud to be named as an international destination of choice in 2023 by several travel, tourism and cultural publications.

The city has a vibrant social scene and is home to an array of cultural attractions, galleries, and museums to keep you entertained outside of event hours.

Find out more about what our city offers.

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Your Venue Safety

We want every visitor to have a safe and enjoyable time at the venue. 

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Accessibility

Manchester Central is designed for maximum accessibility at all our events.

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