Thousands of people enjoy celebrating Pendle’s diverse communities at the Festival of Culture each year, and 2026 is set to host one of the most vibrant events yet

A 10-day festival bringing world-class film to Morecambe has earned rave reviews for its third edition showing an inspiring selection of films with a focus on Northern talent development.

Take your place - and take up space - this half-term

From railways to networks of care, a new travelling exhibition traces hope along a historic North East line - spotlighting 26 women, girls and non-binary people whose work is quietly reshaping the region today

A celebration of queer artists telling their stories in their own voices, and audiences coming together in joy, solidarity and creativity

A profound afternoon with the artist who wants us to know: 'We're in this together'

Milap’s Spring 2026 programme brings leading Indo-Jazz artists and South Asian performers to the North West, weaving heritage, experimentation and place into a season of welcome

Books still matter not because they are new, viral or profitable, but because they help us practice attentiveness, empathy and collective thought

New Arts Council England funding enables Bradford Producing Hub to strengthen community-led creative identity across Bradford

A February World Premiere of Salford Voices - Community Banner Campaign

MagNorth hears from the LA-based artist ahead of their European Tour, touching down in Manchester 19 Feb

“This is about our history, stories and characters, told by Black writers, brought to life by Black illustrators, and to be enjoyed by everyone.”