What’s on at The Met?

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First Thursday Comedy

Hilarious comedy at The Met on the First Thursday of every month. Featuring Adam Rowe, Josh Jones, Josh Taylor, and compere Nina Gilligan.

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Dave Spikey – Life in a Northern Town

Laugh along as Dave Spikey tells how he traded his lab coat for a microphone, recounting his journey from a Bolton childhood to the world of stand-up comedy.

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Cerys Bradley’s Queer Tales For Autistic Folk

Join comedian Cerys Bradley (WINNER Autistic Excellence Award; as seen on Comedy Central, UKTV, and BBC One Wales) for this interactive choose-your-own-story comedy show.

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The Nest

The Nest is an interactive environment for young children and their grown-ups, inviting families to explore, play, and connect through the joy of light.

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The Tale of Nobody Nose…

Come with us on a fantastical, wintery journey, led by three clowns who travel wherever their magical, map-of-dreams leads them! Ages 5+

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Kendal Mountain Tour 2026

Experience an evening of adventure and human connection at The Met as the Kendal Mountain Tour brings a curated selection of award-winning short films and inspiring talks from adventurers.

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Music

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The Clone Roses & DJ Clint Boon

The UK’s number one Stone Roses tribute band return to The Met. Plus a special 'Madchester' DJ set from Inspiral Carpets' Clint Boon.

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  • Sun 8 Feb 2026 7:30 PM

Ist Ist

Bury's vinyl record shop Wax and Beans are bringing Ist Ist to Bury to perform their new album Dagger in full

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Paul Jones and Dave Kelly

Experience the true, unvarnished virtuosity of the blues as master performers Paul Jones and Dave Kelly deliver an acoustic set steeped in decades of musical knowledge.

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Awen Ensemble

Folk-jazz seven-piece the Awen Ensemble create melodic, groove driven compositions that explore folklore, landscape, and the human mind.

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Daniel Kimbro

A master of American roots music and folk-blues, East Tennessee native Daniel Kimbro is a multi-Grammy-nominated musician who has toured and recorded with legends like Eric Clapton, Sarah Jarosz, and The Jerry...

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  • Fri 13 Feb 2026 8:00 PM
  • Sat 14 Feb 2026 8:00 PM + more times

IQ

Now approaching their 45th year, internationally renowned progressive rock band IQ return to The Met for their legendary annual Weekender event.

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Errol Linton and his band

Join Errol Linton, the "tremendous King of the UK Blues", and his sensational band for a night of world-class, critically-acclaimed British blues.

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Spiers & Boden

Folk masters Spiers & Boden are celebrating a quarter of a century of spellbinding music, bringing their acclaimed, high-energy sound to the stage following the release of their joyous album, Fallow Ground.

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Joshua Burnell: Misty Mountain Tour 2026

Singer-songwriter Joshua Burnell is touring with his band to celebrate the re-release of his Tolkien-influenced debut album, offering a night of alt-folk and retro-pop with expressive piano, lush strings, and immersive lyrics.

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Emerging Showcase: Gabrielle Sey + Emma Jane Mansfield

The Met’s regular night showcasing emerging artists returns with an evening spotlighting two exciting singer-songwriters.

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MCR Made – A Night of Iconic Manchester Anthems

MCR Made return to The Met with their high-energy tribute to Manchester legends like The Smiths, Oasis, and Joy Division. With support from rising local bands Sad Sells and Shoehorn.

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Workshops & Courses

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Meet Me at The Met

Meet Me at The Met is a social arts group for over 50s. Join us at The Met for a fun, relaxed and social time with friends old and new.

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Leaps and Bounds

Incorporating different dance styles for children aged 5–10, Leaps and Bounds is for young people of all abilities.

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  • Mon 12 Jan 2026 6:00 PM
  • Mon 19 Jan 2026 6:00 PM + more times

Learn Harmonica (spring term 12 January – 9 March 2026)

A course in harmonica playing all levels, led by former British blues harmonica champion Mat Walklate.

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  • Mon 19 Jan 2026 6:30 PM
  • Mon 26 Jan 2026 6:30 PM + more times

Metro Jazz (spring term 19 January – 30 March 2026)

Metro Jazz is our community jazz orchestra, led by saxophonist and educator Munch Manship. Whether you're a seasoned player or a curious beginner, you're welcome to come and join.

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  • Mon 5 Jan 2026 6:30 PM
  • Mon 12 Jan 2026 6:30 PM + more times

Bury Youth Dance

Join us in Bury Youth Dance to develop skills, create new work, perform at a range of platforms and make connections to build career paths in dance.

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  • Mon 5 Jan 2026 7:00 PM
  • Tue 6 Jan 2026 7:00 PM + more times

Met Express

Met Express is The Met’s very own learning disability theatre company.

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  • Tue 6 Jan 2026 5:00 PM
  • Tue 13 Jan 2026 5:00 PM + more times

Bury Youth Theatre Juniors

Bury Youth Theatre Juniors is a place where 5-11 years old you can be themselves, be creative and find new talents with like-minded friends.

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Home Educated Drama Workshop

A weekly drama class specially created for children and young people who are home educated.

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Movers and Shakers

A fun movement-led workshop for children aged 1-5 and their grown-ups.

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  • Wed 7 Jan 2026 5:00 PM
  • Wed 14 Jan 2026 5:00 PM + more times

Bury Youth Theatre Seniors

Bury Youth Theatre Seniors is a place where 11-18 years old you can be themselves, be creative and find new talents with like-minded friends.

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  • Sat 10 Jan 2026 9:30 AM
  • Sat 17 Jan 2026 9:30 AM + more times

Aiming High

Aiming High is The Met’s specialist drama group for learning disabled and autistic young people.

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Queer Tales For Autistic Folk – Storytelling Workshop

This workshop accompanies comedian Cerys Bradley’s show Queer Tales For Autistic Folk, which can be seen at The Met at 7pm on the same day.

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