Things to do

Eat and drink your way around Manchester's restaurant deals, including bottomless brunch at Pen and Pencil, £1 tacos at El Capo, 50% off pizzas at PLY, 2-4-1 burgers at Common and Mr Cooper's House and Garden's pre-theatre menu. Read more »

An energetic live experience where artists compete to create a masterpiece against the clock, Art Battle Manchester has taken the city by storm. We go behind the scenes of this popular phenomenon, and meet a painter gearing up for the next event... Read more »

It's LGBT History Month and there's never been a better time to celebrate, investigate and mourn for the history of LGBTQ+ people. We've picked out the best clubs, films, plays and workshops across Edinburgh and Glasgow to help you do exactly that... Read more »

It's finally time for Pearson Sound in Leeds, but if your wallet is still feeling the winter pinch you can find a free party at bar 212 hosted by Sub:terranea with funk, house and techno from Hearts of Darkness and residents. Read more »

Liverpool's clubs scene welcomes the first party from Mia Mendi this weekend, plus a glittery celebration of all things disco at Constellations and a big night to mark a milestone for much-loved promoters mUmU. Read more »

There's plenty for all tastes on Manchester's clubs scene this week, from rave to dancehall and an exciting new night for electronic experimentalists, Club C.I.T.S. Plus, book ahead for Gilles Peterson and HomoElectric. Read more »