Though Manchester shuts up shop a little in late December, Chorlton really gets going and Dulcimer has a heap of free (and very cheap) evenings entertainment to get you through the Christmas period.

Fri 14 & Mon 24 Dec | Andy Shake’n’Fingerpop | 9pm | Free
Known across Manchester for their all day parties, one half of the Peek A Groove collective visits Dulcimer with an abundance of hip hop, boogie, neo soul and afro-beat under his belt.

Equality Talks | Sun 16 Dec | 4pm | Free
Local group Action for Equality are discussing the hot button issue of sexism in the workplace. An open discussion and workshop that welcomes all comers. Followed by live music from Jo Rose.

The Inn-quizition | Mon 17 Dec | 8.30pm | £1
Gather up your brainiest mates to tackle Dulcimer’s weekly quiz, with cash prizes and drinks to be won and entry and just £1. Last quiz of the year is sure to be a Christmas cracker.

Refried Beats | Wed 19 Dec | 10pm | FREE
Refried Beats blend a sonic cocktail of South-American and African music, afro-cuban styles and contemporary grooves, perking up your week with an informal get-together.

Gutter Rats | Sun 23 Dec | 9pm | Free
Described as a hybrid of blues and old school rock ‘n’ roll, there’s also a hint of 90s alternative rock and punk infused from this local pairing.

Fri 14 – Mon 24 Dec, Dulcimer, 567 Wilbraham Road, Chorlton, Manchester, M21 0AE, Tel: 0161 860 6444, www.dulcimer-bar.co.uk

Fri 14 Dec - Mon 24 Dec
Words:
John Stansfield
Published on:
Sat 17 Nov 2018