Artists, makers and designers living or working in Salford are invited to propose new public art projects for The Makers District. With no set brief, applicants can submit ideas for permanent or temporary works of any scale, with budgets ranging from £500 to £10,000. Proposals should include a project statement, examples of previous work, budget details and any preferred locations. 

Deadline: 5pm on Monday 9 November 2026 

Lead the planning and delivery of creative learning and engagement programmes for children, young people and families at Lowry, helping to increase access to arts and culture. The role involves managing multiple projects, working with a range of partners and stakeholders, and championing inclusive creative opportunities.

Love Frequency Promotions and Tangerine are looking for emerging musicians to perform original music at their regular Artist Showcase events. It's a great opportunity to gain live performance experience, connect with other artists, reach new audiences, and build your profile.

Performances are available for solo artists, duos, trios, and full bands, with selected acts invited to perform at paid showcase events.

The Conch (Cast-Off Drama) is a unique site-specific library and art installation located within the East St Arts/Grit Studios building at Salford Shopping Precinct. Designed as a spiralling shell of bookcases, it contains over 2,000 books available to borrow free of charge, covering topics including literature, poetry, theatre, art, feminism, LGBTQ+ issues, politics, history, philosophy and ecology.

Light Up the City is offering a paid development opportunity for three emerging producers based in the North West to work alongside From the Other, Quays Culture, and Walk the Plank. 

Over a 10-day contract between October 2026 and March 2027, successful applicants will gain hands-on experience supporting projects presented at events including Salford Everywhere, BEYOND Festival, RHS Garden Bridgewater, and MediaCityUK.

Volunteer at Salford Everywhere, a free outdoor event in Peel Park celebrating 100 years of the City of Salford on 9 and 10 October. Produced by From The Other, the event will feature a large-scale audio-visual projection showcasing the people of Salford on the University of Salford's Maxwell Building.

Join The Wagon Train Finale on 25 October at Seedley Park, a large-scale outdoor event celebrating Salford’s centenary year. Local people of all ages are invited to take part in a variety of roles, including Torchbearers, Geolight Carriers, Audience Greeters, and the Energy of Youth flashmob performance for young people aged 16+. The event is also seeking experienced Northern Soul dancers to represent Salford’s rich dance heritage.

The Lowry is recruiting an Event Delivery Manager to oversee the live delivery of events across its venue in Salford. This hands-on role involves coordinating event operations, managing set-ups and timings, briefing teams, liaising with clients, and ensuring events are delivered safely, professionally and to a high standard. Working closely with hospitality, technical and facilities teams, the successful candidate will help create seamless guest experiences while supporting future event planning and improvements.

Coalesce Dance Theatre is seeking two additional Directors to join its board as the organisation transitions into a Community Interest Company (CIC). The role involves helping to guide the strategic development and governance of the Manchester-based contemporary dance company, which is led by women, LGBTQIA+ and disabled artists and focuses on empowering children and young people through inclusive dance experiences. 

Deadline: 16 October at midday

PRIDO Presents: The Gamilee Experience 2 returns to Band on the Wall following the success of its sold-out first edition.

The annual showcase from Manchester Afro-fusion and Alté artist PRIDO brings together a handpicked lineup of standout artists for an evening celebrating unity, fresh culture and live performance.

Venue: Band on the Wall
Artists on stage: 9.30pm
Tickets: £8 Early Bird / £10 Advance

Free Inclusive Creativity & Music Training is being offered by DIY Theatre Company, in partnership with Salford CEP, for education staff and creative practitioners working in schools.

The practical session will explore inclusive ways to use creative play and music to engage learners, build communication and support inclusion. It will be co-led by inclusive music specialist Sarah Atter, DIY Theatre Company’s Creative Director Sue Caudle, and DIY leaders with lived experience of learning disability.

SEE MY WORLD brings its first Film Festival to Contact, Manchester, celebrating Pan-African and Global Majority film, culture, conversation and community.

Expect films from across the North of England, archival screenings and new documentary premieres, alongside Q&As, workshops, panels, exhibitions and immersive performances. Meet established and award-winning filmmakers, explore Manchester through its archives, and connect with filmmakers and creatives from across the UK.