TRADITIONAL FOLK & ACOUSTIC CONCERTS IN MANCHESTER
TRADITIONAL FOLK & ACOUSTIC CONCERTS IN MANCHESTER
Most Popular Traditional Folk & Acoustic Concerts in Manchester
Tue 30 Jun - Sun 5 Jul 2026
Wed 16 Sep - Thu 22 Oct 2026
Two Connors
Monday 29 June 2026
Known for their authentic, working-class storytelling, the Oldham duo has gained traction for songs about life in their hometown...
Lord of the Dance
Tuesday 30 June - Sunday 5 July 2026
Lord of the Dance, the global phenomenon that redefined Irish dance, is set to return to the United Kingdom in 2026 to celebrate its 30th Anniversary with an extraordinary new tour. This milestone event promises to be a grand celebration o...
David Gray
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...
John Hiatt
Thursday 2 July 2026
John Hiatt is one of America's most enduring and respected singer-songwriters-a musician whose gritty voice and lyrical insight have shaped the sound of modern Americana. Over a career spanning more than five decades, Hiatt has released ov...
Amplified: Music of Protest
Saturday 4 July 2026
Step into the national museum of democracy after hours for a bold live music experience. Wander around the galleries as RNCM musicians perform powerful new works inspired by the museum's collection, created in collaboration with Mancunian ...
The Simon & Garfunkel Story
Sunday 5 July 2026
Few shows have experienced the phenomenal global success of The Simon & Garfunkel Story, with multiple sold-out shows in over 50-countries worldwide and over 20 headline performances in London's West End, including multiple appearances at ...
La Perla
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 20...
Kevin Morby
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...
Nik Kershaw
Saturday 11 July 2026
One of the most popular pop stars and talented songwriters of the '80s is ready to look back with an intimate evening to coincide with the release of his new book. Expect songs, stories, and silliness from one of the nation's most-loved pe...
Brickhouse Linedance
Sunday 12 July 2026
Come down bring your boots and dave to great Linedance tunes with DJ Wildhorse...
Rhythm of the Dance
Friday 17 July 2026
Rhythm of the Dance has brought audiences around the world to their feet for over two decades and is returning with a brand new production. Rooted in Ireland's rich culture and heritage, Rhythm of the Dance takes a different perspective on...
Rachel Sermanni
Friday 17 July 2026
A prophetic and wise creature, Scottish singer-songwriter Rachel Sermanni makes music that inspires gathering, a coming together. She is a central totem for you to project your anxieties on and by hearing her conscious untangling, you disc...
Harp & a Monkey
Saturday 18 July 2026
Award-winning modern folk song and storytelling trio Harp & a Monkey perform traditional and original songs and stories with a heavy bias towards content from their native Greater Manchester. Critically acclaimed, but often criminally ...
Agnes Obel
Wednesday 22 July 2026
A Berlin-based, Danish-born singer/songwriter and classically trained pianist with an elegant and elastic voice, Agnes Obel's poised and melancholic chamber pop draws from the same atmosphere-heavy well as cinematic spellcasters like Anton...
The Lancashire Hotpots
Saturday 25 July 2026
There's only one thing more satisfying than a visit to the chippy and that's an evening with The Lancashire Hotpots. St. Helens' finest are the undisputed kings of the Northern "knees up" with banging comedy folk anthems such as "Chippy T...
Tommy Emmanuel
Wednesday 29 July 2026
If you like guitar playing, it simply doesn't get any better than Tommy Emmanuel. Widely acknowledged as the international master of the solo acoustic guitar, Tommy has achieved enough musical milestones to satisfy several lifetimes. Or...
Hayloft Hoedown 2
Saturday 1 - Saturday 29 August 2026
THE 2ND HAYLOFT HOEDOWN IS COMINGAfter a sell out debut and an unforgettable night of country music, line dancing & Live Music, It's back again...
Le Vent du Nord
Tuesday 11 August 2026
The award winning and highly acclaimed Le Vent du Nord is a leading force in Quebec's progressive French speaking folk movement. The group's vast repertoire draws from both traditional sources and original compositions, while enhancing its...
March Hare - Vol I
Sunday 16 August 2026
John Bramwell of I Am Kloot presents his inaugural March Hare event featuring John Bramwell & The Full Harmonic Trio plus very special guests...
Adam Garcia's Emerald Storm
Friday 4 September 2026
Feel the immense power and thunderous rhythms as Irish Dance and Modern Tap combine to soar into the 21st century in Emerald Storm, a tale of love, rivalry, turmoil, and the conflicts of human nature. Love is corrupted, and soulmates torn...
Martin Turner (Wishbone Ash)
Friday 4 September 2026
Martin Turner is a founding original member of Wishbone Ash and lead vocalist, bassist and key creative force on iconic albums such as the original version of Argus along with Pilgrimage, There's the Rub and New England. Wishbone Ash was f...
Boyce Avenue
Thursday 10 September 2026
Boyce Avenue is a Florida-based band whose name is a combination of two streets they grew up on in Sarasota. The band is popular for its strong acoustic roots and consists of three brothers Alejandro (lead vocals, guitar, piano), Fabian (g...
The Dunwells
Thursday 10 September 2026
The Dunwells are a successful Leeds based indie-folk-pop band with strong vocals, powerful melodies and heartfelt lyrics, drawing influence from their shared love of bands like Bon Iver, Elbow and Damien Rice. Consisting of brothers Josep...
Jamie Webster
Friday 11 September 2026
Jamie Webster is an English folk singer, songwriter and guitarist from Liverpool. A former electrician who initially sang cover versions in local pubs in Liverpool city centre, his shows have become synonymous with Liverpool F.C. and their...
Kurt Vile and the Violators
Friday 11 September 2026
Philadelphia folk rocker and former lead guitarist of the War on Drugs, Kurt Vile pulls his talents as a singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and producer in unexpected directions - and the result is vibrant, yet meditative music pro...
Nearly Dan - The Spirit & Sound Of Steely Dan
Saturday 12 September 2026
Less tribute and more homage, Nearly Dan is saviour to the growing legions of Dan fans, desperate to hear the meticulously crafted grooves and allusive lyrical style of Donald Fagen & Walter Becker. Nearly Dan's approach is faithful, tho...
Laura Veirs
Monday 14 September 2026
Portland, Oregon folk folk and alternative country singer Laura Veirs is best known for her collaboration with Neko Case and k.d. lang on their UK Top 30 charting case/lang/veirs project. ...
