Away from the sporting action there will be plenty going on in Manchester during the Commonwealth Games.

Exchange Square: From circus training for kids and amazing performances to all the excitement of the sports finals live on big screens, Exchange Square will blend sport and entertainment as never seen before. 10am until 10pm every day from July 25 to August 4.

Piccadilly Gardens: The Festival Live screen at Piccadilly Gardens will let you enjoy the best in sporting action from every Commonwealth Games venue. 10am until 10pm every day from July 25 to August 4.

Barbirolli Square: Located next to The Bridgewater Hall, Barbirolli Square will host lunchtime concerts reflecting the best music from the North West and from across the Commonwealth. 12.30pm until 2.30pm every day from July 29 to August 4.

Great Northern Square: Come and relax in Great Northern Square and enjoy exotic and relaxing entertainment. Festival Live at Great Northern Square will showcase everything from samba to jazz in a series of entertaining lunchtime concerts. 12.30pm until 2.30pm every day from July 25 to August 4.

Castlefield: From midday on Saturday, August 3, 60 DJ's and 10 live acts will rock Castlefield. G Percussion, the massive music event will showcase the best in urban and dance music across five stages. From midday.

Cathedral Gardens: Strolling entertainers and the 'BUPA Body, Mind & Soul' marquees with everything from Indian head massage to a gym for the kids. 1pm until 6pm every day from July 25 to August 4.

St Ann's Square: The Manchester Evening News marquee in St Ann's Square will let you take a break, watch the action from the Games and soak up the atmosphere of the street entertainers. 10am until 6pm every day from July 25 to August 4.

Pollard Street: The main pedestrian walkway from the city centre to Sportcity will be alive with street entertainers and quality craft stalls. 10am to 7pm every day from July 26 to August 3.

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