POP CONCERTS IN MANCHESTER
POP CONCERTS IN MANCHESTER
Most Popular Pop Concerts in Manchester
Queen of the Night - A Tribute to Whitney Houston
Pyramid and Parr Hall
Thu 4 Feb - Fri 2 Apr 2027
Michael Starring Ben - The Magic of Michael Jackson
Pyramid and Parr Hall
Fri 26 Feb - Fri 12 Nov 2027
The Amy Winehouse Band
Pyramid and Parr Hall
Fri 30 Oct 2026 - Thu 4 Mar 2027
What's Love Got To Do With It - A Tribute to Tina Turner
Manchester Opera House
Thu 21 Jan - Fri 26 Mar 2027
Candlelight - A Tribute to Fleetwood Mac
Manchester Cathedral
Thu 26 Nov 2026 - Fri 19 Mar 2027
Goldie Lookin Chain
New Century, Manchester
Thursday 22 October 2026
The Newport comedy rap troupe claim influences through their modifications of songs from artists such as So Solid Crew, the Streets and... Paul Gascoigne. Tracks, such as the UK no.3 hit "Guns Don't Kill People Rappers Do", tackle topics s...The Ogretones - Shrek Tribute Band
O2 Ritz, Manchester
Thursday 22 October 2026
Leave your pitchforks at the door and step into the swamp... The UK's #1 Shrek tribute band, The Ogretones, are an 8-piece live band featuring Shrek, Fiona and Donkey & Friends with legendary performances that will transport you straigh...Un-Convention Manchester
Band On The Wall, Manchester
Thursday 22 - Friday 23 October 2026
The 116th Un-Convention music conference and showcase will once again bring together hundreds of pioneering artists, managers, labels, promoters, and festivals from over 50 towns and cities across the UK to explore the current state of the...Airbag
Manchester Academy, Manchester
Thursday 22 October 2026
For fans of Pink Floyd, Porcupine Tree, Marillion, Astra, and Ozric Tentacles, Argentine hard rock sibling trio Airbag boast magnificent singing and prog atmospheres which compete for the lion's share with dark and captivating guitars, an...STRONG ENOUGH - Ultimate Tribute Concert to Cher
Blackburn Empire Theatre, Blackburn
Thursday 22 October 2026
Featuring all of the classic hits including Turn Back Time, I Found Someone, Believe, Strong Enough, Gypsies Tramps and thieves, her modern Abba remixes and many more. This is one show-stopping dazzling extravaganza you do not want to miss...Abnormal Sleepz
Band On The Wall, Manchester
Thursday 22 October 2026
Abnormal Sleepz is the multi-talented artist and producer, consistently establishing himself as a pioneer of his sound in Manchester's ever-growing rap scene. Having collaborated with countless brands including Size?, Flannels, JD Sports,...Westlife
Co-op Live, Manchester
Friday 23 - Sunday 25 October 2026
The UK's biggest-selling album group of the 21st century, celebrate their 25th anniversary in 2026. The Irish pop kings will deliver a euphoric, hit-filled set spanning their extraordinary 25-year career from timeless ballads to global ...The Proclaimers
O2 Apollo, Manchester
Friday 23 October 2026
Strikingly individual, twin brothers Craig and Charlie Reid emerged 35 years ago with their debut album This Is The Story and Top 3 single Letter from America. Since then, their enduring appeal across generations has have over the years se...Antony Szmierek
Manchester Academy, Manchester
Friday 23 October 2026
Manchester spoken word and indie hip-hop artist Antony Szmierek has a distinctive way of mixing introspective and poetic lyrics with cool nostalgic beats which have seen him compared to Mike Skinner and The Streets. "He is being lauded as ...Pressure
IDRA, Manchester
Friday 23 - Friday 30 October 2026
Riff Raff Events present a brand-new weekly student night. With a 360 degrees DJ booth, massive sound system, warehouse production and packed dancefloors, every single week is expected to sell out. Whether you're coming for house music, s...The Coral
Albert Hall, Manchester
Friday 23 October 2026
When The Coral landed in the early '00s, there was every danger of being dismissed as just one more guitar-based "The" band in a scene overrun with them. But the Wirral sextet were anything but typical. From James Skelly's powerful, immedi...Pink Floyd & Radiohead performed by The Classic Double Band
Shakespeare North Playhouse, Prescot
Friday 23 October 2026
The brilliant Classic Double Band are back, taking centre stage to perform elements from The Dark Side Of The Moon & OK Computer - LIVE...Swiftogeddon - The Taylor Swift Club Night
O2 Ritz, Manchester
Friday 23 October 2026
Swiftogeddon is a night run by fans, for fans to come together and worship at the altar of Taylor Swift: non-stop Swifty all night: deep cuts, extended mixes, fan favourites and all the hits. The greatest songwriter of her generation? That...MT Jones
Gorilla, Manchester
Friday 23 October 2026
Gathering inspiration from 60s and 70s soul greats across the Atlantic to modern R&B and Jazz, Liverpool's MT Jones evokes a sound that is both contemporary and timeless. His crooning vocals transport you straight back to a smoke-filled ...An Orchestral Tribute to Tim Burton & Dark Fantasy by Moonlight
Manchester Opera House, Manchester
Saturday 24 October 2026
An Orchestral Tribute to Tim Burton & Dark Fantasy by Moonlight - An enchanting live performance of whimsical and otherworldly dark fantasy film music, brought to life by the Illuminated Orchestra, beneath the glow of a giant moon. A spell...
Day Sessions - 30+ Clubbing Experience
Manchester Cathedral, Manchester
Saturday 24 October 2026
Day Sessions: The Ultimate 30+ Clubbing Experience! Good vibes only at the event designed for those who love to dance, socialise, and enjoy great music. Hosted in some of the UK's most impressive venues, DJs combine nostalgic vibes and old...Manchester Adored
Bowlers Exhibition Centre, Manchester
Saturday 24 October 2026
4 ARENAS of Manchester & Indie Anthems with tribute acts and guest DJs from the biggest names in Manchester music. Another huge line up for this amazingly special event !!!! 4 Arenas of Music Anthems + Our New Secret Disco Bathroom. A...Lake Street Dive
Albert Hall, Manchester
Saturday 24 October 2026
Since forming in 2004, Lake Street Dive have matched their sophisticated musicianship with a fearless refusal to limit their sound, creating joyously soulful rock & roll with equal parts ingenuity, intelligence, and irresistible abandon...Andy Fairweather Low & The Lowriders
Waterside, Manchester
Saturday 24 October 2026
Welsh blues rocker Andy Fairweather Low came to prominence as the lead singer in Amen Corner. The 60s saw them clock up hit after pop hit and songs such as 'Bend Me Shape Me', 'Hello Suzy' and '(If Paradise Is) Half As Nice' are internat...The 30+ Club
Manchester Academy, Manchester
Saturday 24 October - Saturday 5 December 2026
Love to dance but can't hack late nights? The 30+ Club reclaim the dancefloor for the over 30s, with the pop music, the atmosphere and bedtime to suit those who've 'still got it'. ...China Crisis
The Citadel Theatre, St Helens
Saturday 24 October 2026
Eddie Lundon and Gary Daly are the founder members of the synth pop band which started in Kirkby, Merseyside back in 1979. China Crisis found major success in the UK with five Top 40 singles, ten Top 50 singles and three Top 40 albums a...James Smith (musician)
The Deaf Institute, Manchester
Saturday 24 October 2026
James Smith is an old soul in a young body. A songwriter who aims for a timeless sound, he's able to blend new techniques with classic tropes, resulting in something completely individual. An early starter, the East London singer/songwrit...Factory 251 Fridays
FAC251, Manchester
Saturday 24 October 2026
3 floors of music, all your favs with 899 other party goers. DJs spinning dance & RnB, Indie & Cheese, and Tech, Bass & DnB. ...Factory 251 Saturdays
FAC251, Manchester
Saturday 24 October 2026 - Saturday 9 January 2027
3 floors of music, all your favs with 899 other party goers. DJs spinning dance & RnB, Indie & Cheese, and Tech, Bass & DnB. ...James Blake
New Century, Manchester
Sunday 25 - Monday 26 October 2026
Since breaking through with his Mercury Prize-nominated eponymous debut album in 2011, classical pianist-turned-electronic producer James Blake has become one of the most esteemed musicians of his generation. Known for his delicate voca...Halloween In Concert
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Sunday 25 October 2026
A frighteningly good night of graveyard smash hits for all the family! As darkness falls across the land, join our amazing cast and live band. With stunning stage visuals and state-of-the-art production, bringing to life an amazing cresce...DODIE
RNCM, Manchester
Sunday 25 October 2026
Still in her twenties, Dorothy Clark has already done a lot of living. Some of that has played out online as she made a name for herself as a singer and writer, amassing millions of fans with her disarmingly honest videos and affecting, in...dearALICE
Manchester Academy, Manchester
Sunday 25 October 2026
Formed by South Korean agencies SM Entertainment x Kakao Entertainment, British boyband DearALICE began in the BBC One show Made in Korea: The K-Pop Experience and consists of members Dexter Greenwood, Oliver "Olly" Quinn, Reese Carter, an...John Ellis
Band On The Wall, Manchester
Sunday 25 October - Sunday 20 December 2026
A pianist beyond compare and a master and exponent of an incredibly diverse range of music, from jazz to soul and reggae, John Ellis is a musician/composer/producer from Manchester. He has been performing and recording around the city and...Arlo Parks
Albert Hall, Manchester
Monday 26 October 2026
Inspired by an eclectic mix of artists from Radiohead to Portishead, and Sufjan Stevens to Solange, in Arlo Parks' world, words are as useful as photographs. Luscious, expressive vignettes pepper the poetic lyrics in the sweet, ruminative ...
Jack Savoretti
O2 Apollo, Manchester
Tuesday 27 - Wednesday 28 October 2026
Born in the UK as Giovanni Edgar Charles Galletto-Savoretti, the English-Italian solo artist who goes by Jack Savoretti grew up trekking all over the world. After spending much of his childhood in London, his family moved to the Swiss c...Leslie Odom Jr
The Bridgewater Hall, Manchester
Tuesday 27 October 2026
Leslie Odom, Jr. brings his extraordinary voice, magnetic stage presence, and genre-spanning artistry to the stage for an evening of music that is soulful, sophisticated, and deeply moving. This captivating concert features selections fro...Max & Harvey
Manchester Academy, Manchester
Wednesday 28 October 2026
UK teen culture phenomenons Max & Harvey built their diehard fan base as the #1 UK act on TikTok and runners up on X Factor Celebrity. The 19-year-old Berkshire based twin brothers and famed musicians dominated the platform in its early st...Freya Skye
Aviva Studios, Manchester
Thursday 29 - Friday 30 October 2026
Buckinghamshire pop star and actress Freya Skye has gone from representing the United Kingdom in the Junior Eurovision Song Contest 2022 to voicing video games including Final Fantasy XVI, and appearing in Disney's Zombies 4: Dawn of the ...The Kid LAROI
O2 Victoria Warehouse, Manchester
Thursday 29 - Friday 30 October 2026
The chart-topping Australian rapper, singer, and songwriter is the recipient of various accolades, including two ARIA Music Awards, five Billboard Music Awards, an iHeartRadio Music Award, and nominations for two Grammy Awards and three MT...Jamie Grey
The Deaf Institute, Manchester
Thursday 29 October 2026
Redcar singer-songwriter Jamie Grey's songwriting proficiency is undeniable. His style predominantly through use of acoustic guitar and piano is at the core singer/songwriter but he flirts in several sub genres from straight pop to folk,...The Amy Winehouse Band
The Bridgewater Hall, Manchester
Friday 30 October 2026
In this stunning retrospective show, Amy's original band fronted by the exceptional young vocalist Bronte Shand, celebrate her era defining music and live performances. This is the only completely authentic re-imagining of the Amy Wine...Bowie Experience - David Bowie Tribute
Warrington Irish Club, Warrington
Friday 30 October 2026 - Friday 4 June 2027
Bowie Experience is a spectacular concert celebrating the sound and vision of David Bowie. A must see for all Bowie fans, the latest production features all the hits from A to Ziggy. Bowie Experience continues to amaze audiences with an as...Slayyyter
Albert Hall, Manchester
Friday 30 October 2026
Missouri rising electropop trailblazer Slayyyter (aka Catherine Garner) delves deep into her pop stardom with an extravagant Los Angeles starlet persona. With songs centered around themes of fame, sex, femme fatales, and celebrity obsess...Candlelight - A Tribute to Adele
Hallé St Peter's, Manchester
Friday 30 October 2026 - Saturday 2 January 2027
Whether you're looking for a beautifully unique concert or a romantic candlelit evening, this music experience is for you. The performance will feature incredible tributes to Adele's greatest songs, played by an all-female, electric-acoust...Showaddywaddy
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Friday 30 October 2026
'The Greatest Rock & Roll Band In The World' is a bold statement but Showaddywaddy has lived up to that title for the last 4 decades! Formed in the 1970s in Leicester from several local bands, they have sold more than 20 million records...Dutty Moonshine Big Band
New Century, Manchester
Friday 30 October 2026
A force of musical nature, Bristol's 12 piece live electroswing dance music outfit Dutty Moonshine Big Band have created an ensemble body of work ranging from relentless heavy Grime to Latin House to Jazz.... that might sound like it sho...It's A Beautiful Noise - The Definitive Neil Diamond Tribute
Blackburn Empire Theatre, Blackburn
Friday 30 October 2026
Celebrating an incredible 10 years of touring and over 750 spellbinding performances, It's A Beautiful Noise returns with this internationally acclaimed production that promises to captivate like never before. This fully revamped stage sh...Bowie Experience - David Bowie Tribute
The Roundhouse, Bolton
Saturday 31 October 2026 - Saturday 5 June 2027
Bowie Experience is a spectacular concert celebrating the sound and vision of David Bowie. A must see for all Bowie fans, the latest production features all the hits from A to Ziggy. Bowie Experience continues to amaze audiences with an as...We Three Kings of Rock 'N' Roll
The Castle Hotel, Manchester
Saturday 31 October 2026
A welcome return for the two-hour uplifting Rock & Roll Show, three artists celebrate the music of three Rock & Roll Icons Roy Orbison, Buddy Holly, & Elvis. Darren Page, an artiste in his own right, but his vocal range sits just right i...
Craig Charles Funk & Soul Club
New Century, Manchester
Saturday 31 October 2026
Funkster about town, BBC 6 Music's DJ Craig Charles is back with his funk and soul club, exploring the best in funk and soul from the roots of black music through to the current club sounds, featuring classic tracks, and new releases. T...ABBA Believe In Angels Brunch - ABBA Tribute
Area, Manchester
Saturday 31 October - Saturday 12 December 2026
Live your best dancing queen life, all afternoon, to your favourite ABBA and pop hits with this ABBA tribute show and delicious brunch. Get ready for the biggest ABBA-TASTIC bottomless brunch show the city has ever seen! Featuring a f...Sweet & Sour - Tribute to Sabrina Carpenter & Olivia Rodrigo
The Met, Bury
Sunday 1 November 2026
Get ready for an electrifying night of pop anthems, heartbreak hits, and fierce rival vibes at Sweet and Sour - the ultimate Olivia Rodrigo vs. Sabrina Carpenter tribute show! Featuring a powerhouse live band and dynamic dancers, this sho...Kavabanga Depo Kolibri
Jalen Ngonda
Manchester Academy, Manchester
Tuesday 3 November 2026
With shades of Marvin Gaye, Liverpool-based US singer Jalen Ngonda is one of the most captivating performers on today's soul scene. His voice, equal parts raw feeling and elegance, exudes confidence and charm. Despite still being in his tw...The Magic of Motown
