Student News
27 November, 2025
A Music Student’s Guide to Spending Christmas in the City
Staying in Manchester this December? Whether you’re after live gigs, cosy bars, creative activities or free festive fun, here’s your guide to making the most of it.
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19 August, 2025
The Spirit Studios packing guide
Our ultimate packing list for student's who are moving to Manchester this September.
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12 June, 2025
What’s on this summer
Explore our guide to summer in Manchester including events, festivals and alfresco dining.
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01 May, 2025
What’s On: May
Explore our guide to the start of summer featuring events, activities and discounts to make the most of this May.
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14 April, 2025
What’s On: April
Explore the start of spring and make the most of this month with our pick of Aprils events, activities and deals.
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06 March, 2025
What’s On: March
Our highlights this month including IWD events, a new venue, and gigs and club nights from across the spectrum.
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10 February, 2025
What’s On: February
This months guide to events, dining, exhibitions and activities.
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15 January, 2025
What’s On: January
This months event guide, dining deals, exhibitions and activities.
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11 December, 2024
What’s On: December
Our guide to the festivities, events, dining and activities this month.
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11 December, 2024
Things to do before going home for Christmas
Some important things to remember before you head home for Christmas.
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13 November, 2024
What’s on in November
This months top picks for events, activities, dining, film and TV.
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08 November, 2024
Finding Christmas temp jobs
Tips on how you can find part-time work over the festive season.
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22 October, 2024
Your guide to travel in Manchester
Our top tips for travel around Manchester, and to neighbouring areas. Explore Manchester and beyond using cheap and affordable transport.
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26 September, 2024
Spirit Guide: What’s on this September
With the sunglasses slipping away and coats and jackets starting to surface, the summer is drawing to a close. Although the fever dream of festival season is nearly over, September has a lot to keep you entertained, with a jam packed event schedule, new food and drink offerings and the UK’s first optical illusion museum. ...
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12 September, 2024
Skiddle: The best freshers’ week in Manchester
Freshers’ week is on the horizon. The time to celebrate, make some new mates, and check out Manchester’s nightlife scene, it’s too good an opportunity to pass on. Especially when you consider just how legendary Manchester’s nightlife is, the drink deals, and incredible lineups. Whether you’ve just moved to the city or have lived here ...
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28 August, 2024
What’s on in Welcome 2024
A breakdown of our welcome week activities to kick start the new year at Spirit Studios.
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10 May, 2024
Get out and about this summer
A guide to parks and walks in and around Manchester. From canals and parks to lakes and mountains the North West has it all.
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10 May, 2024
Spirit guide to summer events 2024
Our guide to the best summer events in the North West, including independent grassroots gems that should not be missed!
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04 April, 2024
What’s on in April
The clocks have sprung forward. Here's our list of gigs, activities and al fresco dining deals to celebrate the start of the summer.
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04 March, 2024
What’s on in March
Upcoming events, activities and not-to-miss dining deals in March.
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06 February, 2024
What’s on this February
Leaping into 2024, here's our pick of events, arts and more this February.
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23 January, 2024
What’s on in (the rest of) January
Our guide of things to see, hear, eat, drink and do this January. Including free music recitals, huge savings on food and drink, and more...
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28 November, 2023
Christmas in Manchester: What’s on in December
Our round-up of events and activities this festive season from Christmas club nights to The Muppets with a full live orchestra...
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01 November, 2023
What’s on in November
Our guide to events, activities and food and drink this November.
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31 October, 2023
Staying safe as the nights get darker
With the evenings getting darker earlier, here are some of our tips to staying safe.
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10 October, 2023
Future Known As
Be inspired by new perspectives on music-making and the creative process.
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10 October, 2023
Upcoming in October
Events and activities taking place this October in Manchester.
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27 September, 2023
Ableton Live User Group
A monthly meet-up for Ableton Users of any level in Manchester.
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23 August, 2023
Manchester music and art trail
Take our tour of music and art culture in Manchester. Including historic venues, iconic record stores, need-to-know nightspots and hidden street art.
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25 April, 2023
Things to do in Manchester this summer
The weather is slowly getting warmer and for those of you staying in Manchester this summer, there is a lot to be excited about! Here's a selection of events that will help you unwind after the academic year.
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13 March, 2023
What’s on in Manchester this Spring
As the days get warmer, it's the perfect time to get out and explore what Manchester has to offer.
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08 March, 2023
Volunteers needed for exciting Doctor Who 60th anniversary project
Delia Derbyshire Day (DD Day) is currently recruiting for 5 young volunteers (age 18-30) to work on a 60th anniversary Doctor Who Project.
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12 January, 2023
Independent Venue Week
IVW emphasises the importance of smaller venues, and the need to protect them - particularly important after the unfortunate closure of so many venues due to the pandemic. Find out which venues are taking part in Manchester.
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09 January, 2023
Staying safe on nights out
We want all of our students to have responsible fun in Manchester, but to be safe, as your health and safety is our top priority. Here's some tips to help you stay mindful on nights out in the city.
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30 November, 2022
Things to do in Manchester this festive season
Get in the Christmas spirit with our guide to some of Manchester's best festive activities.
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