ROCK CONCERTS IN MANCHESTER
ROCK CONCERTS IN MANCHESTER
Most Popular Rock Concerts in Manchester
What's Love Got To Do With It - A Tribute to Tina Turner
Lowry
Thu 30 Apr 2026 - Thu 21 Jan 2027
Fleetwood Bac - The Fleetwood Mac Tribute Show
The Met
Sat 18 Apr - Sat 17 Oct 2026
Michael Starring Ben - The Magic of Michael Jackson
The Bridgewater Hall
Fri 17 Apr 2026 - Fri 26 Feb 2027
Michael Starring Ben - The Magic of Michael Jackson
King George's Hall, Blackburn
Friday 17 April 2026
Take a journey back in time to remember Michael Jackson - the man, the music and the magic. MichaelⓇ Starring Ben is a hit theatre production starring the UK's ultimate Michael Jackson tribute star, Ben Bowman. Not only does he look and...Lady Pank
Manchester Academy, Manchester
Friday 17 April 2026
One of the most popular groups in the history of Polish rock, 1980's rockers Lady Pank come to the UK. The chart-topping Wroclaw act garnered some attention in the United States in 1985, when MTV placed the video for the band's single "Mi...Candlelight - A Tribute to Fleetwood Mac
Hallé St Peter's, Manchester
Friday 17 April - Friday 21 August 2026
Come and be whisked away to the Fleetwood Mac tribute of your "Dreams" with a programme selected from the band's impressive catalogue of most treasured iconic Rock masterpieces. A talented group of classical musicians will be melding sounds...The Mersey Beatles
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Friday 17 April 2026
Fans of The Beatles prepare to be wowed by the world's favourite Liverpool-born tribute to the Fab Four. The Mersey Beatles have been rocking sold-out shows around the globe since 1999 with their truly authentic and widely acclaimed celeb...Maggie Lindemann
New Century, Manchester
Friday 17 April 2026
Dallas pop-punk polymath Maggie Lindemann delivers a body of 'hyperpop meets glam goth' work that chronicles a journey of self-discovery and actualisation. With the evolution of her sound, she delivers heartfelt and emotional pop and throb...Peaches
O2 Ritz, Manchester
Friday 17 April 2026
The legendary Canadian feminist icon, electroclash punk musician, producer, artist, and "peerless iconoclast" Elle Peaches has always been a political figure, with lyrics famous for their focus on social inequality, body image, gender, and...The Roop
Manchester Academy, Manchester
Friday 17 April 2026
Lithuanian pop rockers THE ROOP finished eighth at the Eurovision Song Contest 2021 with the song "Discoteque". It was actually their third attempt at the competition after finishing third for Lithuania's 2018 national selection with the so...CODA - A Tribute To Led Zeppelin
The Met, Bury
Friday 17 April 2026
If you like your Led Zeppelin tribute band with big hair, all the stage moves and excitement of the original band, an incredible attention to detail unrivalled by any other Led Zeppelin tribute band, a singer with all the range and power of...The Marras
Manchester Academy, Manchester
Friday 17 April 2026
The Marras are a new indie band from Manchester, blending jangly guitars, infectious melodies, and sharp, relatable lyrics. Made up of former members of Callow Youth and The Notion, they channel the city's iconic guitar-driven sound wi...Karnataka
The Citadel Theatre, St Helens
Friday 17 April 2026
 Welsh prog rockers formed in 1997 by Ian Jones. ...My Chemical Rivalry - Emo vs Heated Rivalry Club Night
The Deaf Institute, Manchester
Friday 17 April 2026
A club night celebrating Emo and Heated Rivalry. DJs will be spinning your fav songs from Heated Rivalry, Emo anthems, 00s/10s & Pop singalongs all night! ...Letz Zep - Led Zeppelin Tribute
St Mary's Chambers, Rossendale
Friday 17 April 2026
The Official Number One tribute to Led Zeppelin and Baby, they ain't foolin'. Letz Zep are a truly international act, their tours have taken in over 40 countries on six continents. ...
The Nickleback Experience
Empire Warrington, Warrington
Friday 17 April 2026
Get ready to rock with The Nickelback Experience, the UK's ultimate tribute to Canada's biggest rockers...X-Slf
James
Co-op Live, Manchester
Saturday 18 April 2026
 One of Britain's most enduring success stories, Manchester indie folk rock legends James have sold over 25 million records since their formation in 1982. While they have always been worshipped in their home city, dating back to their fo...Candlelight - A Tribute to Coldplay and Ed Sheeran
Hallé St Peter's, Manchester
Saturday 18 April - Saturday 11 July 2026
Discover the music of Coldplay and Ed Sheeran performed by a string quartet at this awe-inspiring location under the gentle glow of candlelight. ...Down in Laurel Canyon
Shakespeare North Playhouse, Prescot
Saturday 18 April 2026
Down In Laurel Canyon is a re-imagining the timeless catalogue of songs produced throughout the 70s in California. This 7-piece band of Liverpool-based musicians and friends will take you through a nostalgic journey back in time. Througho...King of Pop starring Navi featuring Jennifer Batten
The Edge Wigan, Wigan
Saturday 18 April 2026
King of Pop celebrates the life and work of Michael Jackson, through note-perfect recreations of his many huge hits, starring the world's leading MJ tribute artist Navi, who is joined on stage by Jackson's iconic guitarist - Jennifer Batt...The Rolling People
New Century, Manchester
Saturday 18 April 2026
 Named after The Verve's Urban Hymns album track, The Rolling People are a Mancunian 4-piece rock and roll band with a big sound and Brit-pop style choruses. Taking influence from a wide variety of artists based on the classic Manchester ...Totally Tina - Tina Turner Spectacular
St Helens Theatre Royal, St Helens
Saturday 18 April 2026
Shake a tail feather with the UK's favourite Tina Turner spectacular.... aka Justine Riddoch and her talented cast. Supported by her super-talented band and dazzling dancing girls in sequins, feathers and diamonds, Justine is the supreme Ti...Millie Manders and The Shutup
Manchester Academy, Manchester
Saturday 18 April 2026
With live shows renowned for their power and contagious energy, London cross-genre punk rockers Millie Manders and The Shutup are increasingly hard to ignore. Fronted by Millie Manders, whose staggering vocal dexterity, backed by grinding g...TYKETTO
Manchester Academy, Manchester
Saturday 18 April 2026
 Melodic New York glam metal act Tyketto, creators of the ultimate 1980's rock anthem of a generation, Forever Young, have always believed that bands and fans are stronger together. Indeed, their 1994 sophomore album, Strength In Numbers...Fleetwood Bac - The Fleetwood Mac Tribute Show
Pyramid and Parr Hall, Warrington
Saturday 18 April 2026
Fleetwood Bac are the world's first and best Fleetwood Mac Tribute Band, endorsed by Mick Fleetwood himself, the only Mac tribute to authentically replicate the classic 'Rumours' line-up. The show focuses on the 'Rumours' era of the band ...Miles Hunt (The Wonder Stuff)
Waterside, Manchester
Saturday 18 April 2026
 Miles Hunt is the singer of highly successful late 80s / early 90s indie band The Wonder Stuff, and also briefly of Vent 414. His solo career began in 1999 and he will perform tracks from his new album together with classic Top 20 hits s...The Gerry Cinna-Man Experience - Tribute to Gerry Cinnamon
The Olde Queen Anne, Oldham
Saturday 18 April 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...The Killers Kollective - Tribute to The Killers
The Sound Lounge Darwen, Blackburn
Saturday 18 April 2026
The professional Midlands based The Killers tribute band, made up of six highly experienced musicians with many years in the industry. Expect to hear all the classics including 'Somebody Told Me', 'All These Things That I've Done', 'Human...Sam Offender - Sam Fender Tribute
Manchester Academy, Manchester
Saturday 18 April 2026
A live tribute band to Sam Fender, one of the most exciting musicians to emerge from the UK in recent years. With a setlist that features all of Fender's biggest songs, including "Seventeen Going Under", "Hypersonic Missiles", "Getting Star...
A Band Called Malice - Tribute to The Jam
Warrington Irish Club, Warrington
Saturday 18 April 2026
The Definitive Tribute to The Jam.A Band Called Malice has quickly taken the tribute world by storm in their quest to become the number one choice tribute-act to The Jam. The talented trio are the real deal and guarantee to take you back to...YAANG + Formal Sppeedwear + Autocamper
Yes, Manchester
Saturday 18 April 2026
Hot Take is a brand new monthly night from promoters Now Wave, bringing you the freshest new sounds from Manchester. Manchester punk trio YAANG + FORMAL SPPEEDWEAR + AUTOCAMPER....
The Freddie and Queen Experience - Live at Empire Rochdale
Empire Rochdale, Rochdale
Saturday 18 April 2026
Queen tribute, thunderous harmonies, iconic guitar lines and all the theatrical power that made Queen legendary, delivered live....The Rock Orchestra by Candlelight
Manchester Opera House, Manchester
Sunday 19 April 2026
After mesmerising audiences across the USA and Europe, The Rock Orchestra by Candlelight is set to electrify the UK once again. Prepare for a spellbinding 90-minute spectacle that infuses iconic Rock & Metal anthems with a hauntingly beauti...Imelda May
The Stoller Hall, Manchester
Sunday 19 April 2026
 Exploring blues, soul, gospel, folk, rock, acoustic, cinematic drama and explosive balladry, globally revered Irish superstar singer and songwriter Imelda May brims with sensuality, emotional intelligence, spirituality and intuition. Del...Oysterband's John Jones, Ray Cooper & Al Scott
Band On The Wall, Manchester
Sunday 19 April 2026
John Jones is best known as the powerful and charismatic singer of Oysterband, one of the most influential and enduring folk-rock and roots bands on the UK music scene. Celebrated by critics and audiences alike, Oysterband have earned numer...Luna Marble
Band On The Wall, Manchester
Sunday 19 April 2026
Influenced by 70's rock, Manchester band Luna Marble deliver "supercharged classic rock with a mystical flare". Radiating the power of Led Zeppelin, their sound has roots in blues and psychedelia, and their to anthemic songs are ready made ...
Shearling
Yes, Manchester
Sunday 19 April 2026
Serving as a spiritual continuation of the now-defunct Sprain, Shearling exhibits the reunion of a now decade-old collaborative force between guitarists Alexander Kent and Sylvie Simmmons. A subsequent recruiting of percussionist Andrew Cha...Alfie Boe
The Bridgewater Hall, Manchester
Monday 20 April 2026
Alfie's homage to rock, Open Arms - The Symphonic Songbook sees the tenor rework versions of rock's finest tracks such as Bon Jovi's 'Livin' On A Prayer', Metallica's 'Nothing Else Matters', Bryan Adams' 'Summer of '69, & many more, into si...
One Night In Dublin
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Wednesday 22 April 2026
The Wild Murphys invite you to Murphy's Pub for one glorious night of high-energy Irish music and more than a little bit of Irish craic. The multi-award-winning Irish band The Wild Murphys features the very best Irish musicians playing a th...Bongeziwe Mabandla
The Deaf Institute, Manchester
Wednesday 22 April 2026
Known as the enigmatic spirit of African Soul, South Africa's Bongeziwe Mabandla is a multiple award-winning artist who has recorded four acclaimed albums, performed on an array of national and international stages, become a sought-after cr...Smerz
