1980S MUSIC CONCERTS IN MANCHESTER
1980S MUSIC CONCERTS IN MANCHESTER
Most Popular 1980s Music Concerts in Manchester
Queen of the Night - A Tribute to Whitney Houston
Manchester Opera House
Sat 19 Sep 2026 - Fri 2 Apr 2027
Michael Starring Ben - The Magic of Michael Jackson
Pyramid and Parr Hall
Thu 8 Oct 2026 - Fri 12 Nov 2027
What's Love Got To Do With It - A Tribute to Tina Turner
Manchester Opera House
Wed 21 Oct 2026 - Fri 26 Mar 2027
Francis Rossi (Status Quo)
King George's Hall
Mon 12 Oct 2026 - Sat 27 Mar 2027
Candlelight - A Tribute to Fleetwood Mac
Manchester Cathedral
Thu 1 Oct 2026 - Fri 5 Feb 2027
Queen of the Night - A Tribute to Whitney Houston
Manchester Opera House, Manchester
Saturday 19 September 2026
Queen Of The Night - A Tribute to Whitney Houston returns in 2026 for another show-stopping celebration, following sold-out tours across the UK, including an arena tour and iconic venues such as the Royal Albert Hall and The London Palladi...Day Fever
New Century, Manchester
Saturday 19 September - Saturday 19 December 2026
The day-time clubbing event started by Line of Duty actress Vicky McClure, her husband, Welsh actor and filmmaker Jonny Owen, and Jon McClure, the frontman of Sheffield indie kings Reverend & The Makers, has swept the UK since it's launch ...The Wonder of Stevie
The Met, Bury
Saturday 19 September 2026
Voted one of Britain's top soul singers, mesmeric vocalist Noel McCalla, award-winning saxophonist Derek Nash (Jools Holland's R&B Orchestra) and their world-class live band present a diverse catalogue of Stevie Wonder classics, taken from...The 30+ Club
Manchester Academy, Manchester
Saturday 19 September - Saturday 5 December 2026
Love to dance but can't hack late nights? The 30+ Club reclaim the dancefloor for the over 30s, with the pop music, the atmosphere and bedtime to suit those who've 'still got it'. ...Live/Wire - The AC/DC Show
Waterside, Manchester
Saturday 19 September 2026
Live/Wire is the AC/DC Show. The hugely successful and unique six-man tribute to rock music's greatest band, AC/DC - complete with cannons, a wall of Marshalls and over two hours of High Voltage Rock 'n' Roll, in a show critically acclaime...Death or Glory - Tribute to The Clash
Warrington Irish Club, Warrington
Saturday 19 September 2026
Formed on International Clash Day in 2023, Manchester-based tribute band provide a young and energetic stage show, delivering a near like-for-like night of live music that is as close to the intensity of The Clash as you can get. With a l...David Essex
Manchester Opera House, Manchester
Sunday 20 September 2026
Singer, composer, and actor David Essex OBE has announced a major 21-date nationwide tour for September 2026 titled 'Thanks for the Memories 'to celebrate his monumental career. First shooting to fame when he was chosen for the role of Jes...Go Your Own Way - A Tribute to Fleetwood Mac
The Albert Halls, Bolton
Sunday 20 September 2026
Go Your Own Way is a brand new spellbinding show featuring the music from the legendary multiple Grammy Award Winning Fleetwood Mac. Their rock n roll legacy is beautifully performed by a highly talented and acclaimed ensemble of musicians...Jason Donovan
King George's Hall, Blackburn
Sunday 20 September 2026
 Jason Donovan's latest tour is a spectacular celebration of his remarkable career in music, theatre, film and TV. This exciting tour will take fans on a journey through 35 years of hits on stage and screen via Jason's energetic and uniq...Cloudbusting - The Music of Kate Bush
Pyramid and Parr Hall, Warrington
Sunday 20 September 2026
'If you missed seeing Kate herself, Cloudbusting are the next best thing!' Simon Mayo, BBC Radio 2Cloudbusting have been championed by BBC ONE as one of the most authentic tributes in the world. Their passion for Kate's music has won over ...Moments of Pleasure - The Ultimate Tribute to Kate Bush
Blackburn Empire Theatre, Blackburn
Sunday 20 September 2026
Tribute band Moments Of Pleasure are considered by many to be the next best thing to listening to Kate Bush herself! This 5 piece band features the stunning vocals of Lisa-Marie Walters, as seen on BBC, ITV and heard on BBC 5 and various ...ZZ Not (UK) - Tribute to ZZ Top
Empire Warrington, Warrington
Sunday 20 September 2026
ZZ NOT UK are a Tribute to ZZ Top based in Merseyside. Playing all the hits and classics from the famous Texas trio featuring Rev Kev on the guitar, Crusty Hill on bass and Frank Beer on drums. All the hits, beards and fluffy guitars....Man In The Mirror - A Tribute To Michael Jackson
Manchester Opera House, Manchester
Wednesday 23 September 2026
Join us for a Thriller of an evening, as we celebrate the legendary music of the KING OF POP. This is the "Man in the Mirror" - The brand new must-see, electrifying tribute concert to Michael Jackson. Starring CJ, one of the world's greate...The Dusty Show - A Celebration of Dusty Springfield
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Thursday 24 September 2026
Welcome to The Dusty Show, The celebration of a true British pop icon. An unforgettable evening of wall-to-wall hits and classics spanning the success of Dusty Springfield's life and music. Singer Louise Ann Masters takes you on a journey ...Roger Taylor (Queen)
Manchester Opera House, Manchester
Friday 25 September 2026
Performing with his powerhouse live band for his only UK dates of 2026, Roger will deliver an unforgettable night spanning new material, solo favourites and the unmistakable energy that has made him one of rock's most iconic performers. Wi...
Absolute Bowie & Orchestra - Classically David Bowie
Pyramid and Parr Hall, Warrington
Friday 25 September 2026
A brand-new show celebrating the music of the legendary David Bowie as never before. Classically David Bowie will see the iconic musician's influential, celebrated songs - including Heroes, Under Pressure, Changes, Starman, Space Oddity,...80's Mania
The Albert Halls, Bolton
Friday 25 September 2026
Europe's long standing premier 1980's multi-tribute concert show is back. With 28 chart topping artistes, the 80's are authentically recreated to look and sound as they did back in the day with a live band and awesome dancers. Mindblowin...The Smiths Ltd - The Smiths Tribute Band
The Met, Bury
Friday 25 - Saturday 26 September 2026
The Smiths Ltd was formed in Manchester, UK the hometown of The Smiths. After an extensive search to find the perfect Morrissey, the band played their first gig in Manchester to an audience of avid Smiths fans. The response was spectacula...Michelle Lawson - The Voice of Whitney
The Grand Bar, Warrington
Friday 25 September - Thursday 17 December 2026
Experience a breathtaking celebration of one of the greatest vocalists of all time with Michelle Lawson - The Voice of Whitney. Renowned as one of the UK's leading Whitney Houston tribute artists, Michelle captivates audiences with her spi...Pete McCall - The Rod Stewart Songbook
Blackburn Empire Theatre, Blackburn
Friday 25 September 2026
The Rod Stewart Songbook's spectacular theatre production is the ultimate homage to Rod Stewart, featuring the sensational Pete McCall. Rod Stewart's sister, Mary Cady said to Pete "you were excellent". The Hull Daily Mail wrote, "Pete M...From The Jam
The Grand - Clitheroe, Clitheroe
Saturday 26 September 2026
Bruce Foxton is a part of the English Rock and Roll establishment. A musician who is most commonly recognised as the bass player and vocalist in legendary bands Stiff Little Fingers and, more famously, mod-revivalists The Jam, with Paul We...Alive & Kicking - Simple Minds Tribute
Warrington Irish Club, Warrington
Saturday 26 September 2026
Alive & Kicking UK, the brilliant tribute to Scottish legends SIMPLE MINDS ...ABBA Believe In Angels Brunch - ABBA Tribute
Area, Manchester
Saturday 26 September - Saturday 12 December 2026
 Live your best dancing queen life, all afternoon, to your favourite ABBA and pop hits with this ABBA tribute show and delicious brunch. Get ready for the biggest ABBA-TASTIC bottomless brunch show the city has ever seen! Featuring a f...The Music of Fleetwood Mac by Candlelight
Manchester Opera House, Manchester
Sunday 27 September 2026
Featuring a cast of West End singers and a live band, this 'landslide' concert is jam packed with Fleetwood Mac hits as you have never heard them before! This incredible show will feature best loved songs including 'Little Lies', 'The Chai...Captain Fantastic and the Rocket Man Band - Elton John Tribute
The Bridgewater Hall, Manchester
Monday 28 September 2026
The Greatest Elton John Show on the Planet! Celebrating more than five decades of amazing music and showmanship from legendary British singer, pianist and composer, Sir Elton John. Featuring the spellbinding voice and magnetic stage presen...Rob Lamberti - Perfectly George (George Michael Tribute)
Manchester Opera House, Manchester
Thursday 1 October 2026
'Stars in Their Eyes' live finalist Rob Lamberti has earned the title of the UK's number one George Michael tribute artist and has even worked on behalf of the late Wham legend for Sony Music to promote the album 25 Live. In a 2014 inter...How Soon is Now?
Lowry, Salford
Thursday 1 - Saturday 3 October 2026
Set to a live soundtrack of indie classics, How Soon is Now? is a new indie musical from Box of Tricks Theatre Company about mates, music and magic - finding your place and finding yourself.  "You open the door into this club. And the ...Candlelight - A Tribute to Fleetwood Mac
Manchester Cathedral, Manchester
Thursday 1 October 2026
Come and be whisked away to the Fleetwood Mac tribute of your "Dreams" with a programme selected from the band's impressive catalogue of most treasured iconic Rock masterpieces. A talented group of classical musicians will be melding sound...STRONG ENOUGH - Ultimate Tribute Concert to Cher
Blackburn Empire Theatre, Blackburn
Thursday 1 - Thursday 22 October 2026
Featuring all of the classic hits including Turn Back Time, I Found Someone, Believe, Strong Enough, Gypsies Tramps and thieves, her modern Abba remixes and many more. This is one show-stopping dazzling extravaganza you do not want to miss...The Ultimate Classic Rock Show
RNCM, Manchester
Saturday 3 October 2026
Dust off your air guitars for an evening of the very best classic rock anthems from legends past and present! Let The Ultimate Classic Rock Show take you on a roller coaster journey of classic rock nostalgia. Performing hit after hit live ...
PorkPie
Manchester Academy, Manchester
Saturday 3 October 2026
 Scotland's 9 piece Ska Behemoth, a music force of nature that have been tearing up stages the length and breadth of the country. Combining top quality dance along ska standards from The Specials, Bad Manners, Madness, The Beat, etc. wit...Manchester Music Tours - The Smiths Tour
Vinyl Revival, Manchester
Saturday 3 October 2026 - Saturday 16 January 2027
The Smiths fans from across the globe will have the opportunity to experience once again how this iconic band made their mark in Manchester and the world. Iconic places that will be visited on the tour include; Strangeways prison, which be...Legend - The Music of Bob Marley
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Sunday 4 October 2026
Legend - the Music of Bob Marley is an unforgettable evening celebrating the musical icon, the reggae legend that was Bob Marley, in one fantastic stage show extravaganza. Combining his superb, distinctive vocals with flawless musicianshi...Mike Joyce & Stephen Street (The Smiths)
New Century, Manchester
Sunday 4 October 2026
Celebrate the 40th anniversary of The Smiths' seminal The Queen Is Dead with an evening dedicated to one of the most acclaimed and influential albums of all time. Voted NME's Greatest Album of All Time and consistently ranked among the f...Reflections - The Musical Legacy of Diana Ross
Blackburn Empire Theatre, Blackburn
Sunday 4 October 2026
Get ready to celebrate the incredible legacy of the one and only Diana Ross! This iconic diva has not only dominated the music scene but has also inspired generations with her powerful voice, stunning performances, and fabulous style! Hai...Michael Starring Ben - The Magic of Michael Jackson
King George's Hall, Blackburn
Thursday 8 October 2026
Take a journey back in time to remember Michael Jackson - the man, the music and the magic. MichaelⓇ Starring Ben is a hit theatre production starring the UK's ultimate Michael Jackson tribute star, Ben Bowman. Not only does he look an...Eddi Reader (Fairground Attraction)
RNCM, Manchester
Thursday 8 October 2026
The supremely talented, unique and charismatic triple BRIT award-winning Scottish folk pop singer delivers the most consistently beautiful, often deeply personal and intimate songs, including the charming acoustic pop of 1988 chart-topper ...DS:UK - Tribute to Dire Straits
Blackburn Empire Theatre, Blackburn
Friday 9 October 2026
"DSUK... in tribute to Dire Straits" began touring in 2016 and quickly became regarded as *the definitive* tribute band among Dire Straits fans with their unsurpassed attention to musical detail, the humour, fun, and interesting history th...U2 by U2UK
St Mary's Chambers, Rossendale
Friday 9 October 2026
Over their 20 year history, it's easy to see why U2UK are Europe's Premiere U2 Tribute show, winning the hearts of U2 fans all over by performing in Europe and beyond, including U2's after show party....DS:UK - Tribute to Dire Straits
The Citadel Theatre, St Helens
Saturday 10 October 2026
"DSUK... in tribute to Dire Straits" began touring in 2016 and quickly became regarded as *the definitive* tribute band among Dire Straits fans with their unsurpassed attention to musical detail, the humour, fun, and interesting history th...Live/Wire - The AC/DC Show
The Met, Bury
Saturday 10 October 2026
Live/Wire is the AC/DC Show. The hugely successful and unique six-man tribute to rock music's greatest band, AC/DC - complete with cannons, a wall of Marshalls and over two hours of High Voltage Rock 'n' Roll, in a show critically acclaime...Pure Weller - A Tribute to the Music of Paul Weller
Warrington Irish Club, Warrington
Saturday 10 October 2026
A tribute to Paul Weller, Style Council & The Jam with a set containing classics from a career spanning 45 years ...The Blow Monkeys
The Stoller Hall, Manchester
Sunday 11 October 2026
With hits like 'Digging Your Scene' and 'It Doesn't Have To Be This Way', The Blow Monkeys epitomised the glamour of mid-80s pop at its most graceful and sophisticated. In the London band's frontman Robert Howard (aka Dr. Robert), they pos...Francis Rossi (Status Quo)
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Monday 12 October 2026
Co-founder, lead singer, lead guitarist and the sole continuous member of the legendary rock band Status Quo, Francis Rossi embarks on a solo tour performing fan favourites from a remarkable 50+year career.  Also known as the GOMOR (Th...THE WONDER OF STEVIE
St Helens Theatre Royal, St Helens
Tuesday 13 October 2026
Voted one of Britain's top soul singers, mesmeric vocalist Noel McCalla, award-winning saxophonist Derek Nash (Jools Holland's R&B Orchestra) and their world-class live band present a diverse catalogue of Stevie Wonder classics, taken from...
Heaven 17
O2 Ritz, Manchester
Wednesday 14 October 2026
Sheffield new wave duo Martyn Ware and Ian Craig Marsh left the original lineup of the Human League in after having differences with Phil Oakey. They recruited Glenn Gregory (who's vocal's were remarkably similar to Oakey's) and Heaven 17 ...Candlelight - A Tribute to Queen and ABBA
Manchester Cathedral, Manchester
Thursday 15 October 2026 - Friday 19 February 2027
Discover the music of Queen and ABBA performed by a string orchestra at this awe-inspiring location. ...Alice Cooper Book Tour
Manchester Opera House, Manchester
Friday 16 October 2026
The definitive autobiography and an evening of unforgettable stories from Alice Cooper, the Godfather of Shock Rock and one of the world's iconic musicians, with a career spanning six decades. Alice Cooper announces the release of his defi...Alison Moyet
O2 Apollo, Manchester
Friday 16 October 2026
How time flies. It's been 40 years since Alison Moyet stepped out of Yazoo and fired up a solo career with her #1 debut album 'Alf' and Top 10 hits 'Love Resurrection' and 'All Cried Out'. That unmistakable voice - big enough to fill a sta...Queen of the Night - A Tribute to Whitney Houston
King George's Hall, Blackburn
Friday 16 October 2026
Queen Of The Night - A Tribute to Whitney Houston returns in 2026 for another show-stopping celebration, following sold-out tours across the UK, including an arena tour and iconic venues such as the Royal Albert Hall and The London Palladi...Mica Paris
