Major events venue Manchester Central has welcomed 14,000 more people to indoor sporting events this year when compared to pre-pandemic levels.

CEO praises venue for impressive growth and recovery in the face of significant economic headwinds

Venue adds £21.1m to regional economy in Q4 2022

Manchester Central has struck up a significant partnership with the Greater Manchester Chamber of Commerce to bolster the region’s business opportunities.

Manchester Central is the first major events venue of its kind to strike up a partnership with Play It Green in an initiative that will help reduce and rebalance the carbon footprint of its staff members through tree planting, education, and knowledge sharing.

Major events venue Manchester Central is this week set to host one of the most talked about trade shows in its annual calendar - Northern Restaurant and Bar 2023. 

Featuring industry workshops, digital innovation, and minimal waste, Siemens hosted its first ever UK and Ireland customer event in Manchester.

 

Organisers behind the first two Manchester Central Incubator scheme events are preparing to stage their inaugural events this summer as part of a support package worth tens of thousands of pounds.

Home Instead hosted its annual conference at Manchester Central in March 2023 – the company’s first live event in three years having previously utilised the venue’s virtual offering to stream its 2021 event to delegates during the pandemic.

The British Insurance Brokers’ Association (BIBA) is the UK’s trade association for insurance brokers. The annual event brings together thousands of insurance professionals to gain valuable insights, network and do business.

A three day event showcasing the amazing skills and talents of the worlds best designer florists from 20 countries, all competing to be crowned the Interflora World Champion.

It’s been an incredible year of recognition at Manchester Central, with a total of four award wins. Take a look below at the accolades and learn a bit about why they were awarded to the venue and our team.

Visitor numbers up 132% on previous quarter Venue adds £35.6m in economic value to city-region in last quarter ‘2024 will be Manchester’s biggest year yet’ says CEO

Everything you need to pitch Manchester Central as the home of your next event

The first CGI images of the hotly anticipated new bar and restaurant concept opening at Manchester Central later this year have finally been released.

Junction, the exciting bar, restaurant, cafe and social workspace launching at Manchester Central this Spring has announced Charlotte O’Neill as General Manager. 

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