ALTERNATIVE & INDIE MUSIC GIGS IN MANCHESTER
ALTERNATIVE & INDIE MUSIC GIGS IN MANCHESTER
Most Popular Alternative & Indie Music Gigs in Manchester
Ultimate Coldplay - Tribute to Coldplay
The Met
Fri 27 Nov 2026 - Fri 19 Feb 2027
Just Radiohead - A Tribute to Radiohead
Manchester Academy
Sat 20 Jun - Fri 30 Oct 2026
UK Foo Fighters - Foo Fighters Tribute Band
Manchester Academy
Sat 14 Nov 2026 - Sat 27 Feb 2027
Fleetwood Nickd
The Public Eye - Manchester
Off The Square Manchester, Manchester
Saturday 16 May 2026
'If you're going to see the emergence of a new great band you'll see them at This Feeling first.' Carl Barat...Bella Kay
Manchester Academy, Manchester
Sunday 17 May 2026
Florida-based Texan indie pop star Bella Kay gained popularity in 2025 with her debut single "The Sick" that went viral and peaked at number 33 on the UK singles chart. Blending intimate bedroom pop with confessional lyrics, reflecting he...Northcote
The Peer Hat, Manchester
Sunday 17 May 2026
UTB Manchester proudly presents... NorthcoteNorthcote is the musical project of Canadian singer-songwriter Matt Goud, known for his heartfelt songwriting and dynamic live performances. Since launching in 2008, Northcote has toured internati...Sir Chloe
New Century, Manchester
Wednesday 20 May 2026
Vermont indie rocker Dana Foote, better known as Sir Chloe gained widespread popularity when their song "Michelle" went viral on TikTok. ...GLOIN Live at The Castle
The Castle Hotel, Manchester
Wednesday 20 May 2026
Canadian post punk noise group GLOIN hit The Castle on May 20th...Super Furry Animals
O2 Apollo, Manchester
Thursday 21 May 2026
Led by Gruff Rhys, Cardiff quintet Super Furry Animals are a musically eclectic band, incorporating pop, prog, punk, jungle, electronica, techno and death metal. Bursting on to the scene in 1996, SFA's UK Top 20 hit singles include "Northe...Warmduscher
The White Hotel, Manchester
Thursday 21 May 2026
The salaciously groovy and expertly grimey Warmduscher have never taken to the term "supergroup", but it's safe to say that their unique, potent blend of raw musicianship, down 'n' dirty rock riffs and devil-may-care party attitude was birt...
James Walsh (Starsailor) & Ben Ottewell (Gomez)
The Met, Bury
Thursday 21 May 2026
Experience an unforgettable night as two of the best voices of the past thirty years unite for a special double bill. James Walsh of Starsailor and Ben Ottewell of Gomez will share the stage for a powerful evening of live music. Don't...Bad Dreams Festival
The White Hotel, Manchester
Friday 22 May - Saturday 13 June 2026
Now Wave presents a two all-dayer events at New Century, Manchester taking place on May Bank Holiday weekend. Friday May 24th:Crumb + Babe Rainbow + Ducks LTD + more tba. Monday May 27th:Bodega + Model/Actriz + Maruja + Panic Shack. ...The Gerry Cinna-Man Experience - Tribute to Gerry Cinnamon
Fatbird, Wigan
Friday 22 May - Friday 24 July 2026
Gary Digan Aka is the UKs Premier & Definitve Tribute to Gerry Cinnamon. With his Strong Scottish Accent, his infamous live shows are a mixture of up-beat acoustic guitars, soulful harmonica and heartfelt vocals. The anthemic sing along tra...Seafret
Manchester Academy, Manchester
Friday 22 May 2026
Indie folk rock duo Seafret consists of singer Jack Sedman and guitarist Harry Draper, from Bridlington, East Riding of Yorkshire, England. Their debut studio album Tell Me It's Real peaked at No. 59 on the UK Albums Chart. ...Viva Morrissey - Tribute to Morrissey and The Smiths
FAC251, Manchester
Friday 22 May 2026
Viva Morrissey are a tribute band formed and based in Manchester, Morrissey's birthplace, and home of The Smiths. The Viva Morrissey live set includes many of The Smiths' classic songs alongside Morrissey's best known and most loved solo ma...Lucia & The Best Boys
Nirvana Freight Island Manchester
Freight Island, Manchester
Friday 22 May 2026
The world's leading Nirvana tribute act is coming to Freight Island in Manchester this May...
Bad Dreams: Mermaid Chunky Bathing Suits & Turnspit
The White Hotel, Manchester
Friday 22 May 2026
Now Wave presents Bad Dreams: Mermaid Chunky, Bathing Suits & Turnspit...
The Itch
The Castle Hotel, Manchester
Friday 22 May 2026
Now Wave presents The Itch at The Castle Hotel on 22nd May 2026...Ribbon Skirt
The Rat & Pigeon, Manchester
Friday 22 May 2026
Now Wave presentsRibbon Skirt, Live at Rat & Pigeon?...Zookraught (US) Live at Big Hands
Big Hands, Manchester
Friday 22 May 2026
Seattle based dance punks Zookraught return to Big Hands...Dave Formula & Noko (Magazine)
Manchester Academy, Manchester
Saturday 23 May 2026
Magazine's Dave Formula (Keys) & Noko (Guitar) present a full set of work-outs culled from the Manchester band's classic back catalogue. Alongside Dave and Noko, stepping into Howard Devoto's, Barry Adamson's and John Doyle's not inconsider...Grogg // Meatbags
Big Hands, Manchester
Saturday 23 May 2026
Glaswegian punks Grogg hit Big Hands, supported by local offcuts Meatbags...The Rafters
Stanhill Working Mens Club, Blackburn
Saturday 23 May 2026
The Rafters headline show with special friends Small Town Radicals, Billy n the No Mates and Brodie and the Binmen...Pixies
Aviva Studios, Manchester
Sunday 24 - Monday 25 May 2026
With elements of indie rock and surf rock, 1980's Boston alternative rockers The Pixies have been cited by avowed fan Kurt Cobain as a heavy influence on Nirvana with "Smells Like Teen Spirit" a conscious attempt to co-opt the Pixies' sty...JOHN VINCENT III
Gorilla, Manchester
Sunday 24 May 2026
Find tickets and full event details for John Vincent III live in the UK, including venues, performance dates, and accessibility information. Where can I buy tickets for John Vincent III?Tickets for John Vincent III can be purchased safely a...
Big Condo Records Presents Confusion Matrix
Fuel Café Bar, Manchester
Sunday 24 May 2026
Big Condo Records Presents Confusion Matrix Live in Manchester with Morro, P.A.L, Grey Lies and Special Guest Emilie Culshaw.....
Scardust - with Crimson Veil
