TRADITIONAL FOLK & ACOUSTIC CONCERTS IN MANCHESTER
TRADITIONAL FOLK & ACOUSTIC CONCERTS IN MANCHESTER
Most Popular Traditional Folk & Acoustic Concerts in Manchester
The Illegal Eagles - Eagles Tribute Band
Stockport Plaza
Wed 8 Apr - Wed 17 Jun 2026
John Bramwell (I Am Kloot)
Band On The Wall
Mon 29 Dec 2025 - Sat 21 Mar 2026
The Simon & Garfunkel Story
Manchester Opera House
Sat 17 Jan - Thu 4 Jun 2026
Drake White
The Deaf Institute, Manchester
Sunday 22 February 2026
Drake White is an accomplished songwriter with a rock-infused, organic country sound and signature footstomp. He continues to stun crowds with his incredible live show and soulful voice. Backed by his band The Big Fire, Drake has toured wit...
Creedence Clearwater Review - Creedence Clearwater Revival Tribute
Manchester Academy, Manchester
Thursday 26 - Friday 27 February 2026
Creedence Clearwater Review are the UK's premier tribute to Creedence Clearwater Revival, one of America's greatest bands who, despite their relatively short career, left an enduring legacy of classic songs written and sung by lead guitaris...BOY & BEAR
Manchester Academy, Manchester
Friday 27 February 2026
Australian indie folk band Boy & Bear deliver a trademark analogue warmth fueled by a gritty guitar and synth groove which has seen them top the charts and win multiple awards in their home country. The Sydney quintet boats a powerful urgen...The Houghton Weavers
St Mary's Chambers, Rossendale
Saturday 28 February 2026
THE HOUGHTON WEAVERS have been entertaining folk for 48 years with their unique blend of popular folk music, humour and audience participation. In their time together, the group have performed thousands of concerts, recorded over 30 albums,...Ron Sexsmith
RNCM, Manchester
Saturday 28 February 2026
Ron Sexsmith is a three time Juno award winning songwriter from Ontario, Canada. He has written and recorded an extensive and acclaimed catalogue of studio albums and original songs, beginning with his self titled debut in 1995 through t...Lucy Rose
RNCM, Manchester
Sunday 1 March 2026
Lucy Rose is an elfin 20 year old songwriter with a voice that people instantly fall for. In her slight frame she combines purity of musical purpose, a beautifully grainy voice and a passionate, narrative songwriter's instincts with a thirs...Lisa O'Neill
Hallé St Peter's, Manchester
Tuesday 3 March 2026
A raconteur in the truest sense of the word, acclaimed Irish songwriter Lisa O'Neill is a five time BBC Folk Award nominee and her album Heard a Long Gone Song was named The Guardian's 2019 Folk Album of the Year. Her adaptation of Bob Dyl...Lisa O'Neill
Hall? St Peter's, Manchester
Tuesday 3 March 2026
A raconteur in the truest sense of the word, acclaimed Irish songwriter Lisa O'Neill is a five time BBC Folk Award nominee and her album Heard a Long Gone Song was named The Guardian's 2019 Folk Album of the Year. Her adaptation of Bob Dyl...Leith Ross
Band On The Wall, Manchester
Wednesday 4 March 2026
Leith Ross is a songwriter, singer, and artist born and raised in a small town outside of Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. They've been a sensitive and overly artistic person since birth and when they started writing songs around the age of 12 it q...Calum Bowie
Manchester Academy, Manchester
Thursday 5 March 2026
Calum Bowie is an Edinburgh based singer-songwriter from Banchory in Aberdeenshire whose presence among the Scottish music scene has grown exponentially, with his captivating melodies and authentic lyrics fuelling his uplifting music, his c...RNCM Guitars
RNCM, Manchester
Thursday 5 March 2026
Curated by internationally acclaimed classical guitarist and RNCM Professor Craig Ogden, this evening of performances showcases the artistry of RNCM guitar students. ...The Man The Myth The Meatslab
Yes, Manchester
Saturday 7 March 2026
Now Wave presents The Man The Myth The Meatslab at YES Basement on 7th March 2026...Tyler Childers
AO Arena, Manchester
Sunday 8 March 2026
Kentucky bluegrass singer Tyler Childers is the finest songwriter to emerge from the Bluegrass State since Chris Knight and should be mentioned in the same breath as Fifth on the Floor, Sturgill Simpson, Chris Stapelton, and others who are ...The Dublin Legends (The Dubliners)
St Helens Theatre Royal, St Helens
Monday 9 March 2026
Following the sudden death of founding member Barney McKenna in 2012 and John Sheahan's' decision to retire it was agreed that The Dubliners, as a touring band, would end and The Dublin Legends were born. The Dublin Legends - Sean Cannon, P...CMAT
O2 Victoria Warehouse, Manchester
Wednesday 11 - Thursday 12 March 2026
CMAT is the stage name of Ciara Mary-Alice Thompson, the North Dublin-born global country-pop star who after relocating to Manchester aged 17 and forming the band Bad Sea, returned home to live with her grandparents before settling down in ...WILLE & THE BANDITS
Night & Day Cafe, Manchester
Wednesday 11 March 2026
Cornwall's Wille and the Bandits have been praised by critics for being one of the most dynamic bands around the globe, as they move from riff-tastic rock and roll to more acoustic sensibilities that only few bands manage. The use of strin...WILLE & THE BANDITS
The Night And Day Caf?, Manchester
Wednesday 11 March 2026
Cornwall's Wille and the Bandits have been praised by critics for being one of the most dynamic bands around the globe, as they move from riff-tastic rock and roll to more acoustic sensibilities that only few bands manage. The use of strin...Eric Bibb
The Stoller Hall, Manchester
Thursday 12 March 2026
"... one of the finest American exponents of acoustic blues, an engaging performer and rousing guitarist who is blessed with a quite remarkable voice." - The Guardian Two-time Grammy Award nominee Eric Bibb will come ridin' on to UK shores ...The Fureys
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Thursday 12 March 2026
Legends of Irish music & song The Fureys, renowned for their hit songs 'I will love you', 'When you were sweet 16', 'The Green fields of France', 'The old man', 'Red rose cafe', 'From Clare to here', 'Her father didn't like me anyway', '...Daoirí Farrell
The Met, Bury
Thursday 12 March 2026
Daoiri (pronounced 'Derry') Farrell has been described by some of the biggest names in Irish folk music as one of most important singers to come out of Ireland in recent years. Described by The Weekend Australian as "The finest Irish male f...Peter's Field - Sean Cooney, Eliza Carthy & Sam Carter
Champness Hall, Rochdale
Thursday 12 March 2026
A new Rochdale made musical marking one of the most momentous days in working class history enjoyed a remarkable debut at FolkEast on the 205th anniversary of Peterloo. Written by award-winning songwriter and member of The Young'uns, Sean C...Kyle Falconer (The View)
Night & Day Cafe, Manchester
Thursday 12 March 2026
Fans of The View can look forward to an extraordinary evening of soul-stirring songs as lead singer Kyle Falconer takes to the stage. A Scottish musician who has captivated audiences for years with his soulful voice and undeniable talent...Kyle Falconer (The View)
The Night And Day Caf?, Manchester
Thursday 12 March 2026
Fans of The View can look forward to an extraordinary evening of soul-stirring songs as lead singer Kyle Falconer takes to the stage. A Scottish musician who has captivated audiences for years with his soulful voice and undeniable talent...Gipsy Kings featuring Nicolas Reyes
O2 Apollo, Manchester
Friday 13 March 2026
One of three line-ups currently touring, Gipsy Kings featuring original vocalist Nicolas Reyes will be bringing their Catalan rumba, flamenco, and salsa party to town. Founded in 1979 in Arles, France, by French born Catalan musicians fr...Cavetown
O2 Ritz, Manchester
Friday 13 March 2026
Cavetown began life as a YouTube channel from Oxford teenager Robin Skinner, who attracted a healthy following by covering songs from the likes of Justin Bieber, twenty one pilots and The Libertines on his ukelele and sharing them online. S...Parcel O'Rogues
St Mary's Chambers, Rossendale
Friday 13 March 2026
Music and mayhem from the seven piece Irish/Celtic rock band from Oldham. ...The Lancashire Hotpots
The Met, Bury
Saturday 14 March 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 Te...Beans on Toast
Band On The Wall, Manchester
Saturday 14 March 2026
The foolhardy cult folk legend and accomplished songwriter offers some hope and light relief from this bizarre world in which we find ourselves, singing simple songs about complicated subjects. Joined by a brand new live band, Beans will be...Seven Drunken Nights - The Story of the Dubliners
Manchester Opera House, Manchester
Sunday 15 March 2026
Proudly celebrating its incredible 10th Anniversary Seven Drunken Nights - The Story of The Dubliners is back for 2026!Performed by a phenomenal cast of Irish musicians, the show is packed full of classics like Whiskey in the Jar, The Irish...Howling Bells
The Deaf Institute, Manchester
Sunday 15 March 2026
Originally called Waikiki, the band changed its name and musical style preceding its move from Australia to England. Howling Bells' debut album, Howling Bells, was produced by Ken Nelson. The album charted in the Top 100 in the UK and just ...The Dublin Legends (The Dubliners)
Blackburn Empire Theatre, Blackburn
Monday 16 March 2026
Following the sudden death of founding member Barney McKenna in 2012 and John Sheahan's' decision to retire it was agreed that The Dubliners, as a touring band, would end and The Dublin Legends were born. The Dublin Legends - Sean Cannon, P...Buck Meek
Yes, Manchester
Tuesday 17 March 2026
Now Wave presents Buck Meek at YES Pink Room on 17th March 2026...Manchester Folk Festival - Festival Pass
Band On The Wall, Manchester
Thursday 19 March 2026
Manchester Folk Festival is an urban multi-venue festival based in Manchester's Northern Quarter. The festival takes place in March and brings together a diverse range of artists who represent the broad definition of contemporary folk mu...Seth Lakeman
New Century Hall, Manchester
Thursday 19 March 2026
Multi award-winning folk singer Seth Lakeman was raised and still lives on Dartmoor, within sight of the sea at Plymouth, from where the Puritans sailed on the Mayflower in 1620. The Mercury Prize nominated singer, songwriter, and multi-ins...Rachael McShane & The Cartographers
Hallé at St Michael's, Manchester
Thursday 19 March 2026
Best known as a member of Bellowhead, Rachael McShane comes to The Met with her new band the Cartographers. Rachael McShane is a singer, cellist, fiddle and viola player based in the North East of England. An original member of folk big ba...
Fairport Convention
