Continental GT takes on SQUARE ONE at Progress for the largest open air STEPPERS in Manchester!

HIT & RUN take over Manchester's Progress for a drum & bass day party with the one and only PENDULUM. It's Day Party season.... HIT & RUN returns to PROGRESS for only our second ever party in the space, with an act that redefined the genre. PENDULUM play a Classics DJ set at the night (or rather, day) for the first time ever - showcasing the tracks that defined a generation. We remember when the likes of "Vault" dropped (on Doc Scott's 31 Records) it completely turned the scene upside down, with the originality of the ideas and clarity of the mixdowns. They've gone on to become a world-conquering live act (with an exciting excursion into EDM as KNIFE PARTY) but at this show we celebrate the cutting-edge, titanium-tipped electronic DnB records that made their name. In support, we have an exciting list of new acts, who have all been heavily influenced as young ravers and now established producers by Pendulum.

If you came to stand still, stand somewhere else. It's a simple rule Manchester's Ordinary Friends crew have stayed true to since their first gathering a decade ago. Known for throw downs in the city's most respected spots, it's with great honour we open the doors to our abandoned warehouse on the edge of town. A place called Progress. A lineup you can't find anywhere Job Jobse has been at the top of his game since before the legendary and sorely missed Amsterdam institution Trouw cemented his status as an all-star Amsterdam resident and in-demand global guest. Always bringing sonic colour and optimism, even with the lights down, his selections span shades of house and techno but are eternally made for the rave. Big Saldo - aka Sally C - brings the sonic chunkers. A proper 4/4 powerhouse whose rise to current underground note is more than hard-earned. She'll link with Detroit-in-London head Demi Riquismo for a tag team of toughness topped with Italo and acid. Roi Perez is a master of mixing these long, percussive dance floor stories. And the Ordinary Friends DJs have been starting these sessions for 10 years. Need we say more?

Expect soulful vocals, timeless grooves and the kind of records that defined a generation of house music all played open air in the heart of the city.

Tall Paul, Jon Fitz Ft Abigail Bailey, Shade Of Rhythm, Rob Tissera, Danny Clockwork, Andy Manson, Ricky Isted

In May 2026, Anjunadeep are heading north to Manchester to open the summer season of Anjunadeep Open Air. Set against the backdrop of Central Manchester's skyline. A former-industrial enclave developed and designed for the rave. An ideal location for one of the biggest brands in progressive house, in town for their only all dayer in the region this summer. Celebrating 21st years in 2026, Anjunadeep rolls into Square One with a polished lineup of high class artists renowned for transportive tracks and shimmering sets. Time to lose yourself. Way Out West legend Jody Wisternoff is one of the scene's most respected veterans. Enchanting rhythms and melodic grandeur are what Marsh is best known for. Beatport chart-topper Because of Art b2b with deep-but-driving Dosem bring sounds for tougher tastes. Always epic and atmospheric, Romain Garcia takes us on a journey from Paris. Emerging talents Nicky Elisabeth and Nordfold set the tone early doors.