From 6-9 June, we celebrated our incredible 200-year history with our Universally Manchester Festival! We’re taking a look back and sharing some of our favourite highlights from four unforgettable days of 200+ immersive events across campus and online.
Kicking things off
Day one saw us welcome people from across our Manchester community for entertaining talks, free exhibitions across campus, pop-up vendor markets and so much more!
Check out some of the highlights from day one:
Something for everyone
Over the four days, we welcomed everyone from alumni, neighbours from local communities, science and arts lovers, and lots of friends and family. Those attending enjoyed events like our wellbeing workshop, crafting lanterns , exploring the wonders of the Universe at the packed-out Brian Cox lecture, or enjoying a dance at Mr Wilson’s Second Liners.
Hear from Professor Brian Cox on his talk, and his favourite thing about space:
Relive the festival highlights
The festival was filled with memorable moments that showcased the breadth of our impact. If you couldn’t join us or want to relive the experience, you can access our recorded events here.
Highlights include the stories of lost urban music in Manchester, immune system myth busting with Professor Sheena Cruikshank, the story of Jodrell Bank, and a powerful discussion on race and gender by our first female black professor, the incredible Dawn Edge.
It’s not over yet
There are some great exhibitions still available for you to enjoy if you’re on campus. Explore two architecture exhibitions in the foyer of Alliance Manchester Business School until late July, and the colourful Teenage Kicks over at the National Graphene Institute Gallery until the Autumn.
Share your best festival moments
Check out some of the highlights from the weekend on our social channels – Instagram, TikTok and X. We’ve loved seeing everyone’s festival experience so make sure you continue to tag #UoM200.
Thank you to everyone who joined us for this once-in-a-lifetime celebration of our two centuries of history. Here’s to the next 200!