Top 10 Things To Do This Autumn

Alice in Wonderland just got a seriously freaky twist as XClusive Touch come to town for a Halloween party of epic proportions. Taking over VClub, the organisers will be bringing you a topsy turvy world of mad hatters and angry queens, all soundtracked by some of the best DJs in Manchester.

Bringing a little touch of Berlin to the Manchester, this unique pop up at Elnecot is turning the Ancoats restaurant into a German wine bar to celebrate some of the country's finest tipples. From Pinots and Reislings to Sekt and a little orange wine, you'll be able to sip away on some of the very best bottles. 

It's taken the world by storm and now The Wizard Brunch and Dinner is landing in Manchester. If you've never tried an immersive dining experience before, this is a great place to start as a city centre location is transformed into a den of witchcraft and wizardry.

Quiz nights will never be the same with this raucous take on the traditional. Sure, it might be getting darker, but with dancing on tables, confetti canons, banging music and some really silly prizes, this event will get you out from under the duvet.

Catch 'em all at this Pokemon-themed pop-up taking over the Brickworks in November. Great for both kids and adults alike, the event includes themed burgers, cocktails, and games, all based on the cartoon hit.

So you've tried the sensation that is Flight Club, but have you tried this party bar's take on brunch? With endless slices of crispy pizza, a bottle of prosecco per person and a bash on the ochre, this weekend activity will get rid of any summer blues.

What better to get the creative juices flowing than prosecco? This art class takes a different theme each time, pours the bubbles and lets you loose on a blank canvas to create your masterpiece.

Now that the nights are drawing in and it's officially autumn, it's time for the Sunday roast to return from its seasonal sabbatical. From quaint pubs through to cool bars, these are our pick of the best weekend feasts across Manchester.

Cocktails in the City is back and ready for an even bigger celebration than previous years. Expect two days of top-class cocktail drinking from the finest bars Manchester has to offer, with plenty of bespoke creations made just for the occasion. 

From the Highlands through to Ireland, there's always an ample selection of whisky to try, but have you tried Japan's offerings? The renowned restaurant, Peter Street Kitchen, is hosting a masterclass this autumn, which will teach you everything there is to know - along with plenty of samples.

Batty about beer? Then this is the experience for you. Across the course of four hours, you will join knowledgeable guides as they take you on a tour of Manchester's breweries, letting you sip your way through demonstations and teaching you more about the brewing process.

Hynoisis is a Manchester-born movement started in 1989 at the Thunderdome. To celebrate an epic 30 years they've called upon legendary DJ Paul Oakenfold and a couple of mates to get you grooving at Albert Hall 'till the sun comes up. 

Munich and Manchester go head to head this September as Oktoberfest launches (confusingly) in September. To celebrate, Albert Hall is welcoming brewers from across the city to battle it out with German counterpart and claim the prize of best bier.