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by pm on 07/07/2025Castlefield Bowl - ManchesterRating: 5 out of 5what an amazing day/night, wish it was on longer and already can't wait for next year

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Haçienda Classiçal announces record-breaking ninth Manchester Castlefield Bowl event
Manchester’s iconic celebration, Haçienda Classiçal, is set to make a triumphant return to the historic Castlefield Bowl on Saturday 5 July, 2025. This will mark its record-breaking ninth appearance at Sounds of the City.
A groundbreaking musical project, Haçienda Classiçal fuses the spirit of the legendary Hacienda with the timeless sounds of classic dance tracks. Resident DJ Graeme Park carefully curates a selection of iconic anthems from the late 1980s and early 1990s, which are then reimagined with orchestral arrangements by the Manchester Camerata Orchestra. The result is a not-to-be-missed experience featuring powerful vocals and special guests. The Voice of M People Heather Small will join the show, along with house legends K-Klass performing a full live set. DJ Paulette and Tom Wainwright join as resident DJs for the night. One of the Hacienda Classical curators Graeme Park will also take to the decks pre-show.
Having sold out multiple shows at prestigious venues like the Royal Albert Hall and the Warehouse Project, as well as headlining major festivals including Isle of Wight, Kendal Calling, and even opening Glastonbury Festival’s Pyramid Stage in 2017, Haçienda Classiçal has captivated audiences worldwide.
The show's unique blend of classic dance tracks and orchestral arrangements has garnered rave reviews from critics and fans alike. NME hailed it as "Probably the best rave since 1997," while Mixmag described it as "A near two-hour blend of house music’s greatest players with an audience dancing and singing from the off."
Haçienda Classiçal continues to evolve, solidifying its place as a must-see event for music lovers everywhere. It brings together diverse audiences, creating an electric atmosphere that has made it a constant sell-out.
what an amazing day/night, wish it was on longer and already can't wait for next year
Great event from start to finish music and djs got the crowd going
Great night, always a fab experience. My friends and I love the music and atmosphere
3rd time attending , danced all night and loved it , thankyou, see you next year
What a vibe this is each year a fantastic show put on from day to night of legendary tunes from talented people. The whole atmosphere from start to finish is buzzing everyone is there for one thing an that's the music which brings us all together. Been coming for years now. I look forward to this each year. It's the best annual gig made in Manchester, wish there were more alike, thanks for a top classical time Hacienda woohoo x
A fantastic night. Great uplifting experience, excellent music and orchestra. Happy loving crowd, such a good night.
Fantastic evening of proper music dome by fantastic guest singers,djs and orchestra
Fantastic night, amazing music and such a great venue! 👌
From start to finish, great people, great music, great atmosphere. Loved it!