What we’re about
Formerly Manchester Comics Society, as someone whose adolescence consisted of delving into the worlds of graphical print and animation, originating from the Western and Eastern continents, I wish to expand this group to include manga and anime related social activities!
Some current idea's are to visit comic conventions, such as the long established annual Comic Con Manchester, and closely related anime cons within the city, with plans already underway to head to the Anime and Gaming Con at Sudgen Sports Centre. We'll be taking advantage of the odd occasion when a beloved bookstore hosts a new comic/manga series launch and author's Q&A talk. Catching the latest of anything still decent in the Marvel Cinematic Universe and cherry picking the good from the ugly in downtown DC. Brunches at Maid Cafe's and strolling around nerdy shops to pick up some much needed fan merch. Having nerdy discourse and debate at a gaming bar!
Even though it has experienced a massive surge in the past two decades, the culture revolving around cartoons is still a pretty niche one, so if anybody has any suggestions of what we could do as graphic novel enthusiasts and beyond, please let us know and it could soon feature as a future event!
If anyone is keen on organising events within a shared co-hosting role, please feel free to drop us a message about becoming an Events Organiser, we would love to have you on board!
Please be aware, photography will be taken at our events. If you wish to not be part of this, please let an organiser know.
Upcoming events (4)
See all- Japan Week 2025 @ Manchester Central Library + HOME (Sunday 7th September)Manchester Central Library, Manchester
Manchester has been chosen as the host city of the prestigious Japan Week, a Japanese cultural event taking place in a different city annually so let's give it's 50th anniversary a hearty welcome to our very own shores!
- Firstly, we'll be making our way to Manchester Central Library from 2-4:30pm, where they will be showcasing the following:
"Exhibitions, Workshops and Demonstrations: Central Library
Visit Manchester Central Library this Japan Week to learn more about leading Japanese destinations from EXPO 2025 in Osaka to hidden gems which will inspire your next visit.
You can also view incredible exhibitions and performances from Japanese artists and join in with workshops to give you a taste of traditional Japanese culture right here in Manchester.No need to book tickets, this event is free to attend."
Click here for more details about the exhibitions and workshops
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We'll then have dinner and drinks at Society, Wetherspoons or someplace else nearby from 4:30-6:30pm, depending on where people want to go (democratic voting to take place there and then!)
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Lastly, we'll head over to HOME for the 7-10pm showing where Japanese performances and dances will be held (please book your essential free ticket, I have booked mine at the STALLS in seat G17 so book yours nearby if you wish to be sat together for the shows before they're all gone!)
Click here to book your seat for Sunday 7th in advance!
So, in short, the schedule looks like this:
- 2-4:30pm: Exhibitions, Workshops and Demonstrations @ MCR Central Library
- 4:30-6:30pm: Dinner and drinks @ Society, Wetherspoons or someplace else
- 7-10pm: Japanese performances @ HOME
Look forward to seeing you Nipponese enthusiasts there! ^o^
- Elder Emo Club Night + K-pop Party @ 02 Ritz + MN1 club (Sat 20th September)O2 Ritz Manchester, Manchester
Let's bring back some of those emo days (yes, it was just a phase, and no, we're not getting too old to party to it yet!) with the Elder Emo club night, followed very conveniently with a K-pop Party: Midnight in Seoul clubbing event joint with the Manchester Metalheads MeetUp group! //_^
Schedule of the evening-night joint party (feel free to go to both or either one!):
- 6-10pm: Elder Emo club night (meet us inside the entrance of The 02 Ritz, details TBC on the night!)
- 10-11pm: Post/pre-drinks at nearby Bunny Jackson's dive bar with Manchester Metalheads MeetUp group.
- 11:10-3am: K-pop Party: Midnight in Seoul club night!
Tickets for the Elder Emo club night: Click here!
Tickets for the K-pop Party club night: Click this!"Elder Emo are coming back to Manchester for our biggest party yet!
Did you grow up on My Chemical Romance? Do you miss Myspace? Do you get backaches at gigs? Do you want to be in bed before midnight?
Then this night is for you!
We invite you for a night made for Elder Emos by Elderly Emos!
DJ’s who grew up in the scene and were around when the songs came out.Expect all your favourites by:
My Chemical Romance/ The Used/ Taking Back Sunday/ Fall Out Boy/ Panic! At The Disco/ Paramore/ Yellowcard/ Blink 182/ From First To Last / Underoath/ Senses Fail/Hawthorne Heights/ The All-American Rejects/ Dashboard Confessional/ New Found Glory/ 30 Seconds To Mars/ Motion City Soundtrack/ Cute Is What We Aim For/ Finch/ Funeral for a Friend/ From First To Last / Mayday Parade/ Story Of The Year/ Silverstein and many more!
Elder Emos and Emo lovers only.
Celebrating your birthday between September 10th and 30th? Email us to hello@throwbackevents.co.uk with the subject 'Elder Emo Manchester' to claim a free birthday ticket.
We also offer free entry to NHS staff, e-mail us for details: hello@throwbackevents.co.uk""Manchester KPOP PARTY - Midnight in Seoul with DJ EMKAY | Saturday 20th September
KPOP PARTY is back Manchester!
We welcome all kpop fans to a new edition of KPOP PARTY UK - embracing Seoul!
"Midnight in Seoul" evokes an enchanting imagery of the South Korean capital. As the clock strikes midnight, the bustling metropolis transitions into a city of twinkling lights where vibrant streets of districts like Hongdae and Gangnam, known for their lively nightlife shine bright. Neon signs illuminate the night, casting colorful reflections on the Han River. DJ Emkay with her music will make you experience an authentic night, like no other, inspired in her hometown of Seoul."
