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Eurocultured

The city of Manchester hosts a celebration of European Culture throughout the city with an array of live performances over two massive days. DJ's from all over Europe descend on the city to entertain the tens of thousands gathered all night long while a variety of other live music performances, including cabaret and dance, captivate during the day.

Venue: Manchester city centre
Date: 25 - 26 May 2009
Time: 1pm to 9pm

Open Golf Championship

The R&A (Royal and Ancient Golf Club of St. Andrews), the world rules and development body of golf, has been in charge of the Open Golf Championship since 1920, although the event dates back to 1870, making it the oldest and most prestigious golfing event. Often held at St. Andrews, the prestigious home of golf, the Open Golf Championship 2008 will be held in Lancashire at the Royal Birkdale course (one hour from Manchester), which is one of the best golf courses in the world.

Venue: Royal Birkdale, Lancashire
Date: 16 - 19 July 2009
Website: www.opengolf.com

V Festival Staffordshire

Richard Branson's answer to the popular music festivals held during the British summer offers many of the biggest live acts from around the world. The festival is noted for its professionalism, and low queuing times ensuring its sold-out status every year. Like the Carling festivals, this one has a sibling festival too, with acts playing on alternate days, held in Hylands Park, Chelmsford.

Venue: Weston Park, Staffordshire
Date: 22 and 23 August 2009
Website: www.vfestival.com