EVENTS
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![Poster promoting SEESAW's March 2026 exhibition 'EXLAND'.]()
Monthly Cafe Gallery: EXLAND
March 20 - April 14
Part of an evolving cultural bridge between two post-industrial territories, activating creativity, exchange, and shared identity through art and dialogue. Curated by Ebor Studio, and featuring works and performances by Marta Martino, Maryanne Royle and Paul Haywood.
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![Poster promoting Shade Yoga Club, mentioning free yoga session every Wednesday from 6:15 PM to 7:15 PM.]()
Shade: Yoga Club
Free every Wednesday - 6:15-7:15pm
An hour of mindful movement, guided by experienced instructors who will help you deepen your practice.
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![Poster for Queer Hive Co-Working at SEESAW, open every Friday from 9am to 5pm.]()
Queer Hive: Coworking Community
Every Friday - 9am-5pm
A friendly coworking group for who identifies as Queer or LGBTQIA+.
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!['Other People's Poetry' hosted by Joseph Conway occurring every third Tuesday of the month, featuring a spoken word evening celebrating poetry.]()
Other People's Poetry
Second Wednesday of every month - 7 - 9pm
A spoken word evening, done a little differently, built on an appreciation for poetry that inspires poets.
Class #19: Wed 13 May
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![Poster for The Simple Life, a recurring life drawing class hosted by Bobbie Wilson from DMZ Studios.]()
The Simple Life
Second Tuesday of every month - 7 - 8:30pm
An accessible life drawing class by DMZ Studios, hosted by Bobbie Wilson.
Class #10: Tues 14 Apr
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![Poster for Ready, Steady, Book, a book club with a foodie twist on the last Wednesday of every month, hosted by RamYum.]()
Ready, Steady, Book
Last Wednesday of every month - 6 - 7:30pm
Monthly book club with a foodie twist, hosted by RamYum.
Next Meet: Wed 29 Apr
April Book: Gunk - Saba Sams
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Thread Collective
Third Wednesday of every month - 6-8pm
An inclusive, friendly social for makers and artists to bring your own projects and get creative with textiles.
Next Meet: Wed 15 Apr
Our events are designed to celebrate the diverse interests and passions of our community, offering something for everyone. From informative workshops to lively panel discussions, networking opportunities to art exhibitions, our calendar is constantly abuzz with exciting happenings.
So, whether you're looking to broaden your network, gain new skills, or simply engage with an incredible community, SEESAW's events are here to make it happen. We invite you to explore our dynamic programme, mark your calendars, and join us!
For event enquiries, please get in touch at events@seesawspace.com
Upcoming Events
April 22
6 - 8pm
Queer Fiction Short Story Course #2
Comma Press
In the first of a six-part course, learn the art of writing short stories and explore the world of queer fiction in an inclusive writing group, lead by Chloe De Lullington.
March 27
6 - 10pm
STRAP UP X TDOV
Trans Masc Exhibition & Performance Night
A night celebrating all things erotic for trans masc people & those who love them!
April 17
6 - 9pm
Observations & Drawings
Harry Frost Solo Show
Private view of Harry Frost’s collection of original hand-drawn ink drawings and artwork, inspired by the scenery of landscapes.
March 31
6 - 8:30pm
Monoprinting Workshop
Rudy Valley
Celebrate Trans Day of Visibility for a monoprinting workshop using old risograph masters, with artist Rudy Valley.
April 24
6 - 9pm
Africa Infrastructure Roundtable
Langovest
A curated diaspora roundtable uniting leaders to coordinate capital, infrastructure & long-term economic impact across Africa.
April 23
6 - 8pm
How do we care?
Object Petit a Ceramics
Join ceramic artist Simge Vurtak for a hands-on clay workshop exploring the theme of care. Through guided prompts, you’ll create a small sculptural piece to take home.
April 24
2 - 4:30pm
Collective Curating
Workshop
Participants will be guided through a consensus-based method of facilitation to explore values and needs in relation to collective curating.
May 8
6 - 9pm
The Self is a Costume
Exhibition
An exhibition celebrating masks, personas, performance and playful absurdity.
April 28
7 - 8:30pm
Building, Tearing, Repairing
The Simple Life
A life drawing performance entangling clay and bodies, with artists Lula Braimbridge & Martha Barr, & hosted by Bobbie Wilson from DMZ Studios.
April 28
6 - 8:30pm
From Tricks to Trust
Big Echo
A magician’s guide to authentic networking.
EVENT HIRE
Looking to hire a space with a difference in the heart of Manchester? We have spaces to hire for meetings, workshop, exhibitions, talks or even a rooftop party!
Whatever your event, we have so many different spaces for you; our basement, bar, co-working space, meeting rooms and roof terrace are all unique event spaces available for hire, each providing a visually stunning backdrop that elevates whatever event is happening within it.
Standing or seated options
Speakers, microphones & screens available for hire
Cafe & licensed bar on site
Catering packages
View our downloadable PDF for space breakdowns and rates.
For event enquiries, please get in touch at events@seesawspace.com