Top October Events In Manchester

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By Scarlett Welch Editor, DesignMyNight Scarlett has covered the UK's best restaurants, bars and events for DesignMyNight since 2023. She holds an MA in Media & Journalism, with bylines in The Crack magazine and South London News, among others. Last updated on 3rd July 2026

The month of Halloween is here, bringing with it an eclectic mix of activities to ease us into winter. Ignore the weather's grumbles and get a load of the city's top things to do, from unique walking tours to drag brunches or ball pit parties. Here's our pick of October events in Manchester.




Best Halloween Events In Manchester 2026

The ghosts and ghouls are out to play this October in Manchester, so we've rounded up some of the city's most fun Halloween events. Sporting everything from fancy dress to things that go bump in the dark, these picks of must-see events and club nights will hit the spot.

R&B Brunch MANCHESTER

@ Impossible on Saturday 8th and Saturday 29th August 2026

Make your way to Bierkeller in The Printworks for an afternoon of fun: R&B Brunch Manchester. This five-hour event kicks off with an hour of bottomless rum punch, before you hit the dancefloor as live DJs play the best of hip hop, UKG and RnB.

Tickets start from £18 per person, with the option to add on VIP packages too, and there's all sorts of tasty food and drinks available to purchase while you're there. What's more, they offer a throwback 90s and 00s brunch here too.

Electric Shuffle Manchester Brunch

@ Electric Shuffle Manchester on Various dates from Saturday 8th August 2026

Fancy getting a little competitive with your friends? Then head to one of Electric Shuffle's brilliant weekend brunch socials at their Deansgate venue. This quirky activity bar boasts full-sized, interactive shuffleboard tables, and you'll get to spend an hour playing their fun minigames.

You'll get to enjoy unlimited pizza throughout the two hours as part of your £30 ticket, as well as an entire bottle of prosecco per person - finishing up in the bar to toast to the winners.

Cherry Jam

Taking place every Friday and Saturday, Cherry Jam's bottomless feasts offer some of the top October events in Manchester this weekend. Enjoy a selection of scrumptious sweet and savoury treats served alongside unlimited cocktails or draught beer.

The Manchester Craft Beer Experience

@ Cloudwater Brewery Taproom on Saturday 26th September 2026 and 2 other Saturdays

Meet the experts from the Manchester Microbrewery Tour at Track Brewing Co's taproom to start the fun, followed by stops at a further three brewhouses. Get behind-the-scenes access and guzzle the freshest of samples at each venue, thanks to this cool event for beer-lovers.

Alcotraz Manchester: Cell Block Three-Four

@ Alcotraz Penitentiary: Manchester on Various dates from Thursday 6th August 2026

Looking for fun Manchester events this October? Alcotraz is the immersive cocktail experience that's putting visitors behind bars. Perfect come birthdays, get-togethers or particularly unique date nights, the venue will have you smuggling booze and sipping bespoke cocktails.

The Big Manchester Bake

@ The Big Manchester Bake on Various dates from Thursday 6th August 2026

This October hit the marquee to be crowned champion and challenge your mates at The Big Manchester Bake. This award-winning event starts from £49.90 per person and includes all the ingredients pre-measured and ready to go. Simply team up, set the clock to 90 minutes and sprinkle all the creativity you've got into your delicious masterpiece.

What's On At Loft Social

As the weather is getting a little more chilly, head to this trendy Stockport destination for some affordable indoor fun. Loft Social is designed to bring people together and encourage friendly competition among friends, colleagues, couples and more.

This pretty space is filled with plants, boasting a range of classic games - think archery, petanque, shuffleboard and disco curling. Prices start from £15 per booking, and there's a well-stocked bar to make the most of as well.

Food Escapes

A great way to see more of Manchester, Food Escapes offers an unusual experience that blends puzzle-solving with fantastic food. You'll receive clues via WhatsApp to help you navigate your way to three independent restaurants throughout the city, with all food included in your ticket price.

Choose from a range of themed quests, including dumplings, tacos, comfort cravings and more. The race against the clock pauses at each restaurant, so you can continue the challenge once you've finished your meal.

Pumpkin Picking In Manchester

Nothing screams October like pumpkins, and there are plenty of places in and around Manchester to get your fill of pumpkin picking. Choose from spots like Reddish Vale Farm, Lancaster Park and Smithills, promising Instagram-worthy patches and plenty of choice for pumpkins to take home. There's something to suit all budgets here too, so take your pick.