Manchester

Manchester’s Canal Street is world-famous as the heart of its Gay Village, featuring bars, clubs, and history. Manchester Pride is one of Europe’s biggest, symbolizing the city’s legacy of activism, music, and unapologetic queer pride.

Celebrate the changing season with music, food, and wellness activities at the Feel Good Club Autumn Festival.

Feel Good Club

Autumn Feel Good Festival

Join Northern Aces for a social tennis session on September 20, 2026, from 14:00 to 17:00 at Manchester Tennis and Football Centre, Etihad Campus, Manchester. The event is open to both members and non-members, offering a relaxed environment to play, practice, and meet others. Players will be paired for doubles across three courts, with occasional grouping by ability. Basic understanding of tennis rules and skills is required; no coaching is provided.

Manchester Tennis and Football Centre

Social Tennis - Membership Offer

Join the Rainbow Riders for a Zwift virtual cycling session in the Zwift worlds.

Online (Zwift Worlds)

Zwift Social Ride - September 21, 2026

Rainbow Riders

A men-only night focused on energy, freedom, and connection, featuring a dance floor with DJ Josh Smith playing house and tech music, gogo boys, cruising areas, and a confessions room. The event promotes a judgment-free space for men to lose themselves in music and socialize.

Area Manchester

SINPIT Manchester

Join Northern Aces for their Social Tennis session on September 26, 2026, from 14:00 to 17:00 at Manchester Tennis and Football Centre, Etihad Campus, Manchester. Open to members and non-members, this relaxed event offers doubles play across three courts, focusing on social interaction and skill sharing. Participants should have basic tennis skills, as no coaching is provided. Tickets are £15, with a waitlist option available.

A fundraising event with games, prizes, a raffle, and a pride cocktail hosted by Vin Dicktiv at The Beagle.

The Eagle Manchester

Chorlton Pride Fundraiser Night at The Beagle

Vin Dicktiv at The Beagle

Zwift Social Ride - September 28, 2026

Join us this October at New York New York in Manchester for the Halloween Special featuring BENIDORM BINGO, hosted by FunnyBoyz UK. The event runs from 18:00 to 21:30 and includes hilarious drag shows, musical bingo, silly games, crowd interaction, comedy cabaret, and more. Attendees will receive a glass of fizz upon arrival, enjoy unlimited popcorn, and have the opportunity to participate in various activities and win prizes. The event is suitable for celebrations like hens and birthdays, with free entry to the after-party at NYNY from 22:00 till late.

Bar Pop

Manchester Arndale

Halloween Special: BENIDORM BINGO | FunnyBoyz Manchester

FunnyBoyz UK

Zwift Social Ride - October 5, 2026

Touch rugby session for new players. No experience needed, all gender identities welcome. Get fit whilst having fun and make new friends for life.

Sale Sports Club

New Players Session

Manchester Village Spartans RUFC

A beginner-friendly touch rugby session for all genders to get active, have fun, and meet new people.

Zwift Social Ride - October 12, 2026

Zwift Social Ride - October 19, 2026

Manchester Rubber Social is a monthly meetup for rubber enthusiasts, held on the third Saturday of every month at Club Locked in Manchester. The event is free, open to everyone regardless of experience, and encourages rubber attire. It serves as a social gathering before the fetish night Hellbent, offering a relaxed environment to meet fellow enthusiasts and enjoy a pre-drink.

Club Locked

Manchester Rubber Social

Zwift Social Ride - October 26, 2026

Join us for a spooky night with music, costumes, and fun! Perfect for all ages.

The Lounge Manchester

AMPED Halloween Party

AMPED Manchester

This Halloween, experience the darkest edition of SINPIT at Area Manchester in Manchester. The event features DJ Josh Smith playing relentless house and tech music, with devilish go-go boys creating an energetic atmosphere. There are dedicated cruising areas and an XXX Confessions Room designed for freedom, connection, and release. The event is men-only, with no judgment or fear, focusing on temptation and desire. It runs from 23:00 to 05:00 on October 31, 2026, with last entry at 04:00. Tickets are cheaper online, and a cloakroom is available.

SINPIT Halloween

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Join Queer historian Josh for the LGBT+ Manchester Walking Tour, exploring Manchester’s Gay Village through iconic monuments, memorials, street art, and legendary pubs. The tour shares stories of Queer heroes from Victorian drag balls to activist movements, offering insights into Manchester's LGBT+ history and culture. The tour starts at the 'Monument to Vimto' in Granby Row, M1 3BU, and costs £10 per person, payable by card or cash on arrival. It is usually held on Saturdays at 3pm, with additional dates and private tours available. The tour provides an opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals and learn about Manchester's vibrant LGBT+ heritage.

Vimto Bottle

LGBT+ Manchester Walking Tour

Zwift Social Ride - November 2, 2026

A beginner-friendly touch rugby session for all genders to get fit, have fun, and make friends.

Zwift Social Ride - November 9, 2026

A lively drag brunch event featuring performances by talented drag artists.

Divas Drag Brunch

Zwift Social Ride - November 16, 2026

Zwift Social Ride - November 23, 2026

Zwift Social Ride - November 30, 2026

Zwift Social Ride - December 7, 2026

A beginner-friendly touch rugby session welcoming all genders to have fun, get fit, and make new friends.

Zwift Social Ride - December 14, 2026

Zwift Social Ride - December 21, 2026

Zwift Social Ride - December 28, 2026

A beginner touch rugby session for people of all genders to have fun, stay active, and make new friends.

LGBTQ+ Events in Manchester

Today

Autumn Feel Good Festival

Social Tennis - Membership Offer

Tomorrow

Zwift Social Ride - September 21, 2026

Friday, September 25, 2026

SINPIT Manchester

Today

Autumn Feel Good Festival

Social Tennis - Membership Offer

Tomorrow

Zwift Social Ride - September 21, 2026

Friday, September 25, 2026

SINPIT Manchester

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