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
St Mary's Chambers
Fri 27 - Sat 28 Nov 2026
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
Mitski
New Century Hall, Manchester
Friday 15 May 2026
With electronic drum pads pulsating underneath fervent guitar lines, critically beloved Japanese-American indie folk singer-songwriter Mitski has cemented her reputation as an artist capable of using her talent to perform the alchemy that t...MancUnion live at Fuel Cafe Bar - Manchester
Fuel Cafe Bar, Manchester
Friday 15 May 2026
MancUnion live set at Fuel Cafe Bar in Manchester- plus support act TBA...Proud Mary
Manchester Academy, Manchester
Saturday 16 May 2026
The English blues rock band from Royton, Oldham, who were discovered by Noel Gallagher, and the first to sign to his Sour Mash label, releasing their debut album "Same Old Blues" in 2001 to critical acclaim. They have toured extensively wit...Manchester Music Tours - Joy Division Tour
Vinyl Revival, Manchester
Saturday 16 May - 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....
Sir Chloe
New Century Hall, 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. ...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...Ribbon Skirt
The Rat & Pigeon, Manchester
Friday 22 May 2026
Now Wave presentsRibbon Skirt, Live at Rat & Pigeon?...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...
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...
Elio Mei
Manchester Academy, Manchester
Wednesday 27 May 2026
Find tickets and full event details for Elio Mei live in the UK, including venues, performance dates, and accessibility information. Where can I buy tickets for Elio Mei?Tickets for Elio Mei can be purchased safely and securely from Eventim...Julie's Haircut
Golden Lion Todmorden, Oldham
Wednesday 27 May 2026
A kaleidoscopic eclecticism that spans from psychedelia, electronic, minimalism with echoes of jazz, ethnic dub & drone music.......
Carla J Easton
Low Four Studio, Manchester
Thursday 28 May 2026
Please Please You, Hey! Manchester & Brudenell PresentsCarla J EastonLow Four, ManchesterThursday 28th May, 7.30pm18+https://brudenellpresents. seetickets. com/event/carla-j-easton/low-four-studio-deansgate-mewsFollowing her 2023 album SUGA...Snug Live Sessions w/MLEKO + Support
The Snug Coffee House, Manchester
Thursday 28 May 2026
MLEKO head to The Snug, Atherton as part of their latest tour this May....Sofia Isella
Albert Hall, Manchester
Friday 29 May 2026
Rising Californian alt visionary and musical polymath Sofia Isella rose to fame on on TikTok, before opening for the likes of Melanie Martinez, Tom Odell, Taylor Swift, and Glass Animals between 2023 and 2025. With elements of alternative ...The Big Push
O2 Victoria Warehouse, Manchester
Friday 29 May 2026
Brighton based band The Big Push consists of three front men Ren, Romain Axisa and Gorran Kendall with drummer Glenn Chambers. Drawing elements from classic Brit-bands like The Beatles or The Police, they craft their clever modern arran...Sugar
