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Five weeks until iconic cosmic culture festival bluedot returns with spectacular music line-up

It’s going to be an out of this world soundscape packed with international electro artists and DJs

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There’s just five weeks left until the festival of cosmic culture bluedot takes place under the iconic Lovell Telescope fusing together music and science for an intergalactic experience.

The four-day event, from July 20th – 23rd, is set to transport audiences through a planetary discovery while they dance their cares away under the starry sky at Cheshire’s Jodrell Bank Observatory.

There’s a fantastic late night electronic line-up — including the likes of Max Cooper, Annie Mac, Leftfield, 2manydjs and many more.

Audiences can expect to be dazzled by the AV displays of artistic projections and light installations while listening to a host of international artists and DJs from around the world.

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The weekend’s climax will see an epic soundscape as Max Cooper soundtracks an ambient AV art piece projected on the surface of the 200-foot Lovell Telescope, following a special 3D/AV immersive show in the Orbit arena. 

Leftfield are set to headline on Friday night following their critically-acclaimed new album This Is What We Do – featuring Greater Manchester poet Lemn Sissay and Fontaines D.C.’s Grian Chatten.

Their interstellar set in bluedot’s Orbit arena will be an all-out assault of bass-laden live electronica and AV.

Others joining the incredible musical line-up include electronic pioneers 2manydjs, DJ and producer Erol Alkan, DJ Elkka and Future Utopia.

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And bluedot Late Night accompanies the recent announcement of the festival’s day splits

Queen of discopop Róisín Murphy is set to take top spot on Friday evening’s Lovell Stage, while lo-fi pioneers Pavement headline on Saturday with an unmissable exclusive performance.

The icon that is Grace Jones will close the festival on Sunday beneath the UNESCO World Heritage Site’s Lovell Telescope with her only northern show of the summer, following on from Mercury Prize winners Young Fathers.

Finally, legendary ex-Radio 1 DJ Annie Mac will wrap up the incredible weekend as she headlines on Sunday night for one hell of a closing party.

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Aside from the music, continuing to expand festival-goer’s minds for a sixth year will be science talks from the likes of BBC Sky At Night’s Chris Lintott and Maggie Aderin-Pocock; representatives from the UK Space Agency, and many more.

Specialist talk topics and science highlights will feature deep dives into the Northern Lights, solar flares, pulsars and the Big Bang, and with much more to expand on and blow you away.

In a celebratory nod to Dr Who’s 60th anniversary will feature a unique weekend of Whovian programming, including a brand new live show Dawn of the Doctors from the Radiophonic Workshop.

Plus, fantastic comedy and culture line-ups to keep audiences entertained as they laugh and immerse themselves in this unique festival experience.

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bluedot’s festival director Ben Robinson said: “We are delighted to unveil bluedot late night, an ambitious new late night offering at the festival. Especially exciting is our collaboration with Max Cooper and MESH on a late night projection piece on the Lovell Telescope, accompanied by a special ambient soundtrack. 

“This, alongside headline performances from 2manydjs, Elkka, Erol Alkan and a huge Closing Party with Annie Mac, make late nights at bluedot 2023 a really exciting part of this year’s festival. 

“We look forward to welcoming you all to bluedot this summer to continue the cosmic adventures.”

Tickets are now available to purchase for bluedot festival, to book click HERE. For further information visit discoverthebluedot.com.

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The new FREE Christmas night market with over 40 traders from across our region

Get in the festive spirit!

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Get in the festive spirit with a brand new FREE Christmas makers night market, with over 40 traders and small businesses from across the region.

Brought to you by Renaker, the Manchester Made Christmas night market is coming to New Jackson, Deansgate Square from Friday December 6th to Sunday December 8th.

Following on from a successful summer market in May, the Manchester Made Market is returning bigger and better than before but with a Christmassy twist.

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Expect a ‘cosy and magical’ Christmas night market experience, with food, drink, live music and even a grotto for visits to Father Christmas.

There’ll be Christmas trees galore, glittering with lighting, with one huge show-stopping tree taking centre stage.

Bringing together over 40 artisanal traders and small businesses from across the region, the three-day event will showcase a plethora of food produce, homewares, crafts and creations.

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Visitors will be sure to find unique Christmas gifts that support local businesses, including from The Cole Men and their award winning sauces, Moon & Sixpence’s handmade jewellery, and fine art photography by Craig Barker.

There’ll be live music from a 20-piece choir, playing Christmas classics, cocktails from Manchester Gin and Gooey’s sweet treats.

The experts from Millington Hall Farm in Altrincham will be bringing a taste of their Wild Grill experience, including live sausage making demonstrations and an array of German sausages served from a festive BBQ trailer.

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Families with children can visit the Christmas grotto, where Father Christmas himself will be waiting in a cosy tipi – kids will get a gift from Santa, and bookings can be made online for £8.50 per child.

Manchester Made Market will be open from 4pm to 9pm on Friday December 6th, and 1pm to 9pm on Saturday 7th and Sunday 8th – pre-register for a free guest list ticket and 50% off a hot chocolate HERE, or book the Christmas grotto HERE.

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Free one-day Christmas festival returning to Stockport to kick off festive season

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Stockport’s free, one-day Christmas festival is returning this festive season, with 200 performers and more than 50 shows.

Spectacular Sunday will return to the town on November 17th at various sites and venues.

Following the success of last year’s event, hundreds of performers will take over Stockport, with everything from giant roller-skating presents to a living snow globe and roaming Christmas dolls.

There will also be street theatre, including grumpy Christmas grandads, a gigantic balloon man and water show.

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Produced by carnival arts organisation Global Grooves and organised by Stockport Council, Totally Stockport, Merseyway and Stockport Market, the town centre will be buzzing with Christmas excitement.

Events will be happening in iconic Stockport locations like Market Place, Underbanks, Merseyway, Redrock and Suffragette Square.

A grand finale in Merseyway will bring together the brass bands of Stockport, ending the day with a huge flash mob and rendition of All You Need Is Love.

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Cllr Singleton, Cabinet Member for Communities, Culture and Sport, said: “We’re so excited to bring this event back after last year’s amazing success.

“It’s such a fun way to get everyone in the festive spirit and really shows off what makes Stockport special – our sense of community and joy.

“With loads of free performances and activities, plus a chance to enjoy the newly improved areas of Merseyway, it’s a perfect day out for families.

“Stockport’s Spectacular Sunday is all about having fun, making memories, and starting the holiday season in style.”

Spectacular Sunday is happening from 11am to 5pm on Sunday November 17th – find out more HERE.

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The prestigious Manchester Art Fair is back in town for its 16th year

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The prestigious Manchester Art Fair is back in town for its 16th year next month, bringing with it a vibrant gallery space showcasing thousands of works from over 500 artists.

One of the biggest and most significant events in the UK art world calendar, it’ll take over Manchester Central for three days, from Friday November 15th to 17th.

The city will be flooded with art from all corners of the world, championing everything from local heroes to new emerging talent, as well as international artists with worldwide acclaim.

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A wide range of artistic disciplines will be represented at the event, from painters, illustrators, and sculptors to graffiti artists and everything in between.

Expect exhibitions, workshops, Q&A sessions, demos, book signings and parties happening across the event.

Tickets include free access to art workshops and talks from leading artists and cultural experts, and are on sale now.

You can grab them HERE.

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