ALTERNATIVE & INDIE MUSIC GIGS IN MANCHESTER
ALTERNATIVE & INDIE MUSIC GIGS IN MANCHESTER
Most Popular Alternative & Indie Music Gigs in Manchester
Just Radiohead - A Tribute to Radiohead
Manchester Academy
Sat 20 Jun - Fri 30 Oct 2026
Ultimate Coldplay - Tribute to Coldplay
The Met
Fri 27 Nov 2026 - Fri 19 Feb 2027
Fleetwood Mad. Live at Empire Rochdale
Empire Rochdale, Rochdale
Friday 26 June 2026
Fleetwood Mad channel the spirit of a band defined by harmony and heartbreak, weaving classic songs into a live show....Teri & The Electric Sunrise / Rose Greenwood
David Gray
Pyramid and Parr Hall, Warrington
Saturday 27 June 2026
 Multi-platinum Mancunian singer-songwriter David Gray first hit fame in 2020 with his fourth studio album, White Ladder, which eventually sold seven million copies despite not even charting on its original release in 1998. Not only did ...Manchester Music Tours - Joy Division Tour
Vinyl Revival, Manchester
Saturday 27 June - Saturday 29 August 2026
A four hour musical journey covering all things Joy Division and Factory Records! The chance to visit many of the important venues and locations around Manchester and surrounding areas that helped shape and influence the Joy Division sound....Snug Live Sessions w/ Farfisa
The Snug Coffee House, Manchester
Saturday 27 June 2026
On Saturday 27th June 2026, psychedelic rock group Farfisa bring their hypnotic sound to The Snug Live in Atherton....
England vs Panama Dave Sweetmoore Aziz Ibrahim Nigel Clark Dodgy
Whittles Tokyo Project, Oldham
Saturday 27 June 2026
Oldhams biggest World Cup Fanzone w/ live sets from Dave Sweetmore, Aziz Ibrahim, Nigel Clark (Dodgy) & Stil Life plus game at 10pm on the big screen...Spangled - Atherton
The Snug, Manchester
Sunday 28 June 2026
'If you're going to see the emergence of a new great band you'll see them at This Feeling first.' Carl Barat...Divorce
Now Wave Pub, Manchester
Wednesday 1 July 2026
For Nottingham quartet Divorce, home is a feeling. Initially meeting as teenagers through the city's close-knit DIY scene, the band came together as Divorce in mid-2021, releasing a slew of genre-defiant singles that quickly caught the atte...David Gray
Barton Aerodrome, Manchester
Thursday 2 July 2026
 Multi-platinum Mancunian singer-songwriter David Gray first hit fame in 2020 with his fourth studio album, White Ladder, which eventually sold seven million copies despite not even charting on its original release in 1998. Not only did ...Puressence + The Chameleons
Castlefield Bowl, Manchester
Thursday 2 July 2026
Two of Manchester's most iconic bands on one night for Sounds of the City. After reuniting for their first live date in over 11 years with a sold out show at the Albert Hall in June 2024, Puressence are back with their biggest show yet. Ja...
The K's
Castlefield Bowl, Manchester
Friday 3 July 2026
 Now with a UK no.1 album to their name, The K's were formed in Earlestown in 2017 after the lads grew up together in the shadows of two huge North West neighbours, Manchester and Liverpool. Jamie Boyle (vocals/guitar); Ryan Breslin (guit...The K's
Castlefield Bowl, Manchester
Friday 3 July 2026
 Now with a UK no.1 album to their name, The K's were formed in Earlestown in 2017 after the lads grew up together in the shadows of two huge North West neighbours, Manchester and Liverpool. Jamie Boyle (vocals/guitar); Ryan Breslin (guit...Kings of Leon
Co-op Live, Manchester
Saturday 4 July 2026
Bluesy Nashville rockers Kings of Leon evolved into arena superstars with the 2008 international hit single "Sex On Fire", and its follow-up "Use Somebody". From the searing blues riffs and enigmatically slurred vocals of their 2003 debut,...Antarctic Monkeys - The Official Arctic Monkeys Tribute Band
O2 Ritz, Manchester
Saturday 4 July 2026
The Official International Arctic Monkeys Tribute Band formed from a jamming session, and became a phenomenon in their own right, travelling the UK and Europe with numerous tours. The demand is now more than ever. Firmly established on the ...The Southmartins - A Tribute to The Beautiful South & The Housemartins
St Mary's Chambers, Rossendale
Saturday 4 July 2026
The Southmartins are a tribute act to the songs of Paul Heaton and Jacqui Abbott, The Beautiful South and The Housemartins. The seven-piece collective has built up a loyal following playing arenas, festivals, clubs and pubs (including Paul ...Doom Gong (US) // Farfisa Live at The Peer Hat
The Peer Hat, Manchester
Saturday 4 July 2026
Kentucky based psych wizards Doom Gong hit The Peer Hat, supported by the legendary Farfisa...The Light Show - live @ Bridge End Workmen's Club Todmorden
Bridge End Workmen's Club Todmorden, Oldham
Saturday 4 July 2026
The Light Show will bring their signature Indie-Punk sound to Todmorden at the Bridge End Workmen's Club. It will be loud & fast. Support TBA...Electric Heart Festival
Barton Aerodrome, Manchester
Sunday 5 July 2026
Electric Heart Festival lands in Manchester on Sunday 5th July 2026, bringing a brand-new indie festival to the city for one unforgettable summer day. Taking over Barton Aerodrome, turning an iconic open-air runway into the city's new indie...Wet Leg
Castlefield Bowl, Manchester
Wednesday 8 July 2026
Amidst a night of hazy scenes in their native Isle of Wight, Rhian Teasdale and Hester Chambers found themselves at the summit of a Ferris wheel. They decided to start a band. The band is called Wet Leg. Arming themselves with guitars, a pe...Wet Leg
Castlefield Bowl, Manchester
Wednesday 8 July 2026
Amidst a night of hazy scenes in their native Isle of Wight, Rhian Teasdale and Hester Chambers found themselves at the summit of a Ferris wheel. They decided to start a band. The band is called Wet Leg. Arming themselves with guitars, a pe...La Perla
Band On The Wall, Manchester
Wednesday 8 July 2026
La Perla is a percussion and vocal trio from Bogot?, inspired by the traditional sounds of Colombia?s Caribbean coast and influenced by a range of rhythms including Dominican merengue, champeta, punk, hip- hop, and beatboxing. Formed in 201...
Kevin Morby
O2 Ritz, Manchester
Thursday 9 July 2026
Acclaimed Texas folk rocker Kevin Morby has become a true musical auteur. His singular vision, evocative lyrics, and aptitude for catchy, dense songwriting has placed him firmly among the ranks of modern icons like Bill Callahan, Kurt Vile,...Bring Me the Horizon
Bowlers Exhibition Centre, Manchester
Friday 10 - Saturday 11 July 2026
Sheffield Metalcore giants-turned-arena rockers Bring Me The Horizon have been on a journey of stratospheric proportions, playing sell-out shows around the globe as well as scoring BRIT and Grammy nominations. From being named Best British...
Candlelight - A Tribute to Oasis
Manchester Cathedral, Manchester
Saturday 11 July - Friday 21 August 2026
Discover the music of Manchester legends Oasis performed by violin under the gentle glow of candlelight in this awe-inspiring location. ...The Bluetones (Acoustic)
St Mary's Chambers, Rossendale
Saturday 11 July 2026
A very special acoustic show with frontman Mark Morriss and guitarist Adam Devlin of Britpop legends The Bluetones. Formed in 1993, The Bluetones had an impressive run of hit singles throughtout the late 90's/early 00's, including 'Bluetoni...Straight Arrows (AUS) // The Whalleys
Big Hands, Manchester
Tuesday 14 July 2026
Aussies Straight Arrows take a break from touring with Oh Sees to return to Big Hands for a rowdy Tuesday Supported by The Whalleys...The Clone Roses + Definitely Mightbe + The James Experience + Happy Mondaze
The Citadel Theatre, St Helens
Friday 17 - Saturday 18 July 2026
Following their hugely successful 25th Anniversary Tour in 2023 culminating in a 6000+ sellout headline show at Manchester's' Heaton Park, The Clone Roses return, performing all the Madchester anthems we all know and love. The band have pe...CHLOE CHARLOTTE
The Deaf Institute, Manchester
Friday 17 July 2026
Chloe Charlotte is an indie pop artist from the UK who uses her experiences and feelings in life to create music for her fans to feel connected and heard. She writes from the heart, about relationships, friendships, growing up and navigatin...The Ultimate Stone Roses - Tribute to the Stone Roses
The Spinning Top, Stockport
Friday 17 July 2026
The only tribute to The Stone Roses to hail from Manchester. Each member is a die hard fan of the original band who has dedicated themselves to mastering the music of their Mancunian heroes. Playing songs from the seminal first album, The S...Oasiz - A Tribute to Oasis
Shakespeare North Playhouse, Prescot
Saturday 18 July 2026
When a short clip of Oasiz front man Steve, performing as Liam, went viral on social media with over half a million views, many fans were convinced the clip was actually of Liam Gallagher himself which led to the story being covered in the ...Helluva Cabaret Vol 2
Fairfield Social Club, Manchester
Saturday 18 July 2026
Greetings sinners, Helluva Cabaret returns with Vol 2A wicked soiree of drag, glamour, mischief and mayhem Do come in, dear guests... and smile...Korn Again + Deaftones - Cinemac Macclesfield
Cinemac, Macclesfield
Saturday 18 July 2026
Korn Again and deaftones live at Cinemac Macclesfield. A night of crushing riffs and atmospheric metal...
MancUnion plus special guests at Elton Liberal Club
Elton Liberal Club, Bolton
Saturday 18 July 2026
We are hosting a charity gig and giving 100% of ticket sales to Andys Man Club.4pm until 10:45pm...
Dark Matter presents Seamus Fogarty + special guests
Golden Lion Todmorden, Oldham
Thursday 23 July 2026
London-based Alt-folk alchemist Seamus Fogarty touring his new album Ships on Scottish label Lost Map Records....The Gerry Cinna-Man Experience - Tribute to Gerry Cinnamon
