Two Decades of Dance: The Warehouse Project Announces Landmark Anniversary Event
Manchester’s legendary nightlife institution, The Warehouse Project (WHP), is preparing to pull out all the stops for its 20th anniversary. The promoters have officially confirmed the details for their centerpiece celebration, a massive one-night event scheduled to transform the industrial expanse of Depot Mayfield this November.
This milestone event, set for Friday, November 27, serves as the pinnacle of a year-long retrospective. Beyond this flagship party, the brand has been busy commemorating its two-decade legacy through a multi-media campaign, which includes a commemorative print magazine, an immersive exhibition, a dedicated podcast series, and a documentary film chronicling its evolution. For a deeper look at these festivities, you can check out The Warehouse Project shares plans for 20th birthday celebrations.
From Strangeways to Depot Mayfield: A Legacy Reimagined
It is hard to believe that two decades have passed since the project first ignited the scene at the historic Boddington’s Strangeways Brewery in 2006. Since those early days, WHP has become a global benchmark for electronic music curation. To honor this journey, the anniversary show will utilize the full breadth of the Depot Mayfield complex, activating the Depot, Concourse, Archive, and VAULT stages to create a multi-sensory experience that mirrors the scale of the brand’s cultural impact.
A Curated Lineup of Electronic Titans and Rising Stars
The programming for the main Depot stage is a masterclass in house and techno curation. The night will be anchored by the minimal house mastery of Rossi. and the legendary Swiss-Chilean producer Luciano. The sonic journey begins with a three-hour set from Doncaster’s own Mella Dee, known for his high-energy bassline-infused sound. The stage will also feature high-stakes collaborative sets, including the dynamic pairing of Marsolo b2b Jamback and the highly anticipated back-to-back performance from Enzo Siragusa and Saoirse.
Meanwhile, the Concourse stage is dedicated to the future of the scene, spotlighting the next wave of electronic innovators. The lineup features rising stars such as the Dublin-based duo Obskür and Manchester’s own breakthrough talent, Cam Stockman, both of whom represent the fresh energy currently driving the UK underground forward.
As the electronic music industry continues to see a surge in demand for “experience-led” events-with recent reports indicating that immersive, multi-stage venue takeovers are now the preferred format for 70% of festival-goers-The Warehouse Project remains at the forefront of this shift, proving that after 20 years, they are still setting the pace for the industry.
