Give to Gain: International Women's Day 2026

IWD MCR PRESENTS: International Women's Day Showcase

We’re focusing on fostering an inclusive world through collaboration, mentorship, and support.

Theme - 'Give To Gain'  🙋🏾

Expect 👉👉👉 VENDOR POP UP SHOPS | LIVE PERFORMANCES | WORKSHOP | PANEL

We’re back to celebrate International Women’s Day and this year we’re giving to gain!

We’re focusing on fostering an inclusive world through collaboration, mentorship, and support.

This year we will be hosting workshops in addition to our expert Q&A panel, pop up shops & live performances from exciting new talent!

Ownership is also very important for us. We want women to own more because you cannot be excluded from what yours.

Target Audience 👍🏿👍🏾👍🏽👍🏼👍🏻👍

• Creative women in Manchester and surrounding cities 
• Aspiring entrepreneurs
• University student and women seeking mentorship
• Women in leadership roles or aspiring to be in leadership roles 

⏱ Event Day Schedule:

12pm - 4pm: Vendor Pop-up Shops

4pm - 5pm: Workshops

5pm - 6pm: Live Performances

6pm - 8pm: Panel Discussion

8pm - late: Networking and Vibes

✍🏾 Event Format 

Expect a vibrant display of goodies from your favourite brands along with a live DJ playing your favourite tunes! 

Come enjoy a meal from Manchester's leading Afro-fusion restaurant whilst watching upcoming talent from the MCR Music scene! 

This will be leading up to a workshop on how to get started as a creative entrepreneur whilst also receiving coaching on how to stay positive before the finale where we hear from our very own guest panelists who are all pioneers in the industry! 

🎤 Panel Speakers 

Cecilia Khofi - Former Miss Malawi/Nutritionist

Sammy Harper - Life & Fitness Coach, Speaker and Podcaster

Moji - Tailor/Fashion Designer

Ceecee Coco - Dancer

King Keturah - Mental Health Advocate and Content Creator

Here's what to expect:

🦋 Creative networking

🍱 Tasty food from restaurant Avan Lounge

📝 Workshop for creative entrepreneurs

🎭 Live performances

🎤 Expert Panelist speakers

🛍 Browse unique items from local businesses

🏠Venue @avanlounge

Ready to be inspired? Grab your ticket and join the collective that’s rewriting the future! Let's Create Collaborate, and Connect!

When & Where:
🗓️ Sunday, 8th March 2026

🕛 From 12pm
📍 Avan Lounge, 165 Great Ducie St, Cheetham Hill, Manchester M3 1FF

FAQs

Who We Are 

We are IWD Manchester, the biggest annual International Women’s Day event in Manchester✨
Panels | Workshops | Creatives | Community
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Can I attend solo?

Absolutely! This event is perfect for women looking to make new friends and connections. Our hosts will greet you and make sure you feel at home from the moment you arrive.