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Sea Life Manchester - Standard Entry
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Things to Do in Manchester — October 2026
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Thu, Oct 1, 20267:00 PM
Concert · Manchester
Jill Scott - To Whom This May Concern 2026 Tour
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Fri, Oct 2, 202610:00 AM
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Sea Life Manchester - Standard Entry
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Fri, Oct 2, 20267:00 PM
Theatre & Show · Manchester
Katherine Jenkins - 25 Year Anniversary Tour
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Fri, Oct 2, 20267:00 PM
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SLOPE SAME KIDS. JUST LOUDER. - TOUR 2026
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Fri, Oct 2, 20267:00 PM
Concert · Manchester
The Wonder Stuff + Inspiral Carpets
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Fri, Oct 2, 202611:00 PM
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Black Parade - 00's Emo Anthems
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Sat, Oct 3, 202610:00 AM
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Sea Life Manchester - Standard Entry
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