Things to do this July Manchester | Oxford Road Corridor

July on the Oxford Road Corridor brings a packed programme of new writing, live music, theatre, exhibitions and spoken word across some of Manchester’s key cultural venues. From major touring productions and headline music gigs to independent publishing fairs, emerging artist showcases and major visual art exhibitions. Expect bold ideas, fresh voices and fantastic cultural moments all month long.

Hyundai Translocal Series: Entangled and Woven

A landmark exhibition bringing together the textile traditions and contemporary practices of Korea, India and the UK.

The Whitworth | Until 3 January 2027 More

Michaela Yearwood-Dan

The Whitworth presents the first institutional show in the UK by Michaela Yearwood-Dan, a rising star in contemporary painting.

The Whitworth | Until 18 October 2026 More

Elemental

Jean Sprackland’s exhibition at Manchester Poetry Library explores Goyle, Chert, Mire, poetry, landscape, and language in the Blackdown Hills.

Manchester Poetry Library | Until 31 October 2026 More

Outdoor drinks and beer gardens on Oxford Road

Outdoor Drinks & Beer Gardens on Oxford Road

There are plenty of terraces and beer gardens to enjoy outdoor drinks in the sunshine around Oxford Road.

Green Spaces

Oxford Road Corridor has a number of historic parks and contemporary green spaces to enjoy.

Food and Drink on Oxford Road

The food and drink in Manchester is some of the best in the UK with many of the finest offerings found here on the Oxford Road Corridor.

Food & Drink

Onda

Onda delivers one of Manchester’s best casual dining experiences, thanks to its laid-back vibe and delicious, artfully made food.

North Taproom

North Taproom serves up everything from small-batch craft ale to high-end cocktails alongside a well-designed menu of Asian street food.

Oxford Road Tap

Located in front of Oxford Road Station, this micro pub offers a curated selection of craft ales, cask beers, and a welcoming atmosphere.

Hello Oriental

Hello Oriental is an exciting food experience based in Circle Square with every possible variation on Asian Fusion cuisine in one place.

O’Connell’s

O’Connell’s, a newly renovated Irish pub under Oxford Road’s railway arch, offers live music, whisky, and a classic pub atmosphere.

The Refuge

The Refuge, at the Kimpton Clocktower Hotel, is a luxurious, modern restaurant, housed in a magnificent, Alfred Waterhouse designed, Victorian brick and terracotta building offers 10,000 sq ft of drinking and dining for everyone and anyone with the instruction “Come As You Are”.

Bundobust Brewery

Bundobust Brewery in the St James Building on Oxford Street is the latest, and arguably the best addition to the ever-growing Bundobust chain.

Peveril Of The Peak

Peveril Of The Peak is Manchester’s most iconic pub adorned with the sorts of bottle green, yellow and brown Victorian tiles that are a reclamation yard’s dream.

Big Hands

Big Hands at the South end of Oxford Road may be small, but it comes with added rock n’ roll swagger, a great atmosphere and a lovely roof garden.

Where to stay around Oxford Road

Find the perfect stay in Manchester’s Oxford Road Corridor, from luxury hotels to budget-friendly options, near culture, business & universities.

Travel

Oxford Road Corridor is a square mile area south of Manchester city centre. With excellent national and international connections and hundreds of local public transport services, getting to and travelling around Manchester’s Knowledge Quarter couldn’t be easier.