Events

Easter activities at the Whitworth

Join us for a series of fun, free family activities at the gallery during the Schools Easter Holidays!

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Visitor Team Tour
Turner: In Light and Shade

Join a member of our Visitor Team as we mark the 250th anniversary of Turner's birth with a tour of the acclaimed exhibition.

Wednesday 23 April, 2pm-2.45pm
Free, booking via Eventbrite essential

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Turner: In Light and Shade
Special Anniversary celebration event

Join us at the Whitworth for a special evening celebrating the launch of our Turner exhibition catalogue. Immerse yourself in the world of J.M.W Turner with live classical music, expert discussions, and curator-led tours of the exhibition.

Thursday 24 April, 6pm
Free event

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Women in Revolt!
Events Programme

As part of our exhibition Women in Revolt!, we are running a programme of free events throughout the exhibition. These events are an opportunity to find out more and explore the ideas, projects, artworks, and artists featured in the exhibition.

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The Grey Area in conversation with Torrey Peters

The Grey Area is interviewing Torrey Peters about her upcoming sophomore book Stag Dance. The evening will include a reading from Stag Dance, an interview with Grey Marlow (co-founder of The Grey Area and founder of BENDER zine) and audience Q+A. There will be an opportunity to purchase the book and get it signed by Torrey Peters after the discussion. 

Thursday 1 May, the event begins at 6.30pm
Tickets are £8 for entrance only or £16.99 for a ticket and a copy of the book

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Afrocats x Whitworth
May half-term

Afrocats join us during the May half-term in collaboration with the Whitworth. We hope you enjoy three fun-filled days of drumming, dance, and creative arts workshops. And, listen to our cultural music echoing through the galleries, making everyone feel welcome.

May half-term, on Tuesday 27, Wednesday 28 & Thursday 29 May, all 12pm-3pm

All events are free, no need to book, just come along!

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Families

Come and discover, create and learn together at the Whitworth.

All our family activities are FREE and are designed to enable you to enjoy a fun visit – check the link below to find out what’s on offer.

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Artist in Residence

Join Venture Arts artist in residence Sally Hirst as she explores the history of textile inventions in a mark making session inspired by the sounds and movement of textile mills.

Family friendly, everyone welcome!
Every Thursday, in the Everyday Art School gallery space
10am-2pm, free, drop-in

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Still Parents workshops

Still Parents is the Whitworth’s award-winning programme to support parents who have experienced the loss of a baby in pregnancy or just after birth.

Explore your experiences of baby loss through art with the help and guidance of an artist alongside support from the Manchester Sands charity. Making is at the heart of these sessions as participants are introduced to new techniques and skills whilst surrounded by people who understand.

Workshops are scheduled once a month, on a Thursday evening or Sunday afternoon.
Sessions are FREE, and booking is essential.

Please click the link below for more information, dates, and booking details.

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Natural Cultural Health Service

The Natural and Cultural Health Service (NCHS) is a programme of outdoor activities that promote good physical and mental wellbeing. From Meditating in Nature to Gardening for good health (GROW), at the Whitworth we have something for everyone, every week.

Visit our Get Involved NCHS page for full details

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Sunday Concerts

Students from the Royal Northern College of Music in Manchester perform in our South Gallery overlooking Whitworth Park.

Sunday Concerts 2025

Further concert dates in 2025 will be confirmed closer to the time.

Check this listing link for more details.

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Manchester Sacred Harp

Join Manchester Sacred Harp for an afternoon of uplifting social singing. Our door is open – sit and sing with us if you want to give it a try – or pop in to listen.

On various Sundays, 2-4.30pm, FREE, drop-in.

Click the link for dates and full details.

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The Grey Area Writing Group & Book Club

The Grey Area is a monthly event for trans and queer writers and book lovers. Events will take place in person, in the Office Arté Util space at the Whitworth.

The Grey Area events are held on the first Thursday of the Month.

Please click this link to find out more and to book your FREE place.

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Young People and Students

16-24yrs? Get Involved with Whitworth Young Contemporaries and Saturday Student Socials, FREE, on regular selected Saturdays and Thursdays.

Events for students and young people is taking a summer break and will be back in the Autumn.

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What's on in the area

One of the joys of a visit to Manchester is the fact that this is a compact city that’s easy to get around – you’re never far from another great place to visit.

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