August Bank Holiday in Manchester

Head to Noho this Saturday where resident DJs take to the decks for an evening of soul, funk and groove with a few rare tunes thrown in for good measure. Going all the way till 5am, this is gonna be a big one.

One of the best nights out in Manchester, Ultimate Power should absolutely be on your list. Gather your crew and head down to the Ritz for an evening of air guitar and anthems from the likes Bonnie Tyler, Queen and Mariah Carey.

Transporting you to the 1920s, Bring & Mix is the speakeasy-style drinks experience that'll have bartenders whipping up bespoke cocktails. Simply bring a bottle of your favourite spirit and watch as the expert mixologists do all the work.

Laugh your ass off with a visit to the Frog & Bucket Comedy Club this Friday. Kickstarting your bank holiday weekender with a roster of international acts, homegrown talent and tasty bites, this is one for your Friday night plans.

Start your weekend in boozy brunch style as The Reggae Brunch heads to TriBeCa on Saturday. We're talking 60 minutes of bottomless rum punch, jerk chicken feasting and a soundtrack of calypso, reggae, soca, bashment and beyond.

A day dedicated to all things rum? It can only be the Official Manchester Rum Festival. Taking place this August bank holiday in the Viadux, this booze-fuelled extravaganza is bringing you sips from some of the world's best brands (over 50 to be exact), as well as seminars, tastings and more.

Still haven't experienced the madness that is the Manchester Brunch Social? Now's your chance. Not only is Flight Club hosting an afternoon of prosecco and pizza, but also offering you the chance to try a social darts sampler.

Live music and great drinks? Head to Waxy O'Connor's this Saturday where you'll be greeted with 3 bars spread across 4 winding levels. Grab an Irish coffee, guzzle the Guinness and get ready for the feel-good tunes.

Whether you're nursing a sore head or rewarding yourself after a productive long weekend, our pick of the best Sunday roasts is just what you need. From beautifully cooked meats to veggie twists with all the trimmings, here's our insider guide.