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
Manchester Academy
Fri 20 Mar - Sat 17 Oct 2026
Creedence Clearwater Review - Creedence Clearwater Revival Tribute
The Citadel Theatre, St Helens
Friday 26 June 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...The Luke Combs Experience - Luke Combs Tribute
The Met, Bury
Friday 26 June 2026
A Luke Combs tribute act who will bring you everything you need to have you foot-stomping and fist-pumping to all of the country superstar's hits. From 'The Kind of Love We Make', 'Beer Never Broke My Heart' to 'Beautiful Crazy' and 'Growin...Ferocious Dog
Holy Diver, Stockport
Friday 26 June 2026
Worksop's Ferocious Dog has emerged as a prominent figure in the music world, renowned for their dynamic and authentic folk-punk sound that echoes the essence of Nottinghamshire. Celebrated for their narrative-driven lyrics addressing so...Rhiannon - Tribute to Fleetwood Mac
Fatbird, Wigan
Friday 26 June 2026
Dedicated to celebrating the timeless music of Fleetwood Mac, Rhiannon bring their iconic hits to life with authentic sound and energy. From Stevie Nicks' enchanting vocals to Lindsey Buckingham's unforgettable guitar riffs, the tribute ban...
David Gray
Pyramid and Parr Hall, Warrington
Saturday 27 June 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 ...Outbreak Fest
Bowlers Exhibition Centre, Manchester
Saturday 27 - Sunday 28 June 2026
Finding its roots in hardcore and punk, Manchester's three day Outbreak Fest has built a major platform to the UK's consistently thriving counterculture, while also providing a rite of passage for major touring acts across the world such as...The Rocket Man - A Celebration of Sir Elton John
The Albert Halls, Bolton
Saturday 27 June 2026
Pack your bags, strap yourself in, for a night like no other and celebrate Sir Elton John with Jimmy Love. The Rocket Man is the world's favourite celebration to a musical icon, playing to audiences all around the world. So, catch a star...THE LANCASHIRE HOTPOTS
St Helens Theatre Royal, St Helens
Saturday 27 June 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...Tony Christie w/ Support From Delbhoy Kennedy.
Lounge About, Manchester
Saturday 27 June 2026
Tony Christie 10m recordselling Amarillo icon plays Lounge About Northenden w/ Delbhoy Kennedy, Tony's live at 6pm before England game starts. HUGE....UK Pink Floyd Experience
The Albert Halls, Bolton
Sunday 28 June 2026
Celebrating over 50 years of one of rock's most influential bands, this highly authentic show recreates the atmosphere of Floyd. Featuring the iconic album "The Dark Side Of The Moon" and classics including "Wish You Were Here", "Shine On Y...
Classic Albums Live - Led Zeppelin II
The Bridgewater Hall, Manchester
Tuesday 30 June 2026
Do you remember dropping the needle on the world's greatest albums? Classic Albums Live does. Since 2003, Classic Albums Live has been performing iconic albums, live on stage, using the world's best musicians. Classic Albums Live is the mod...SilhouetteBand
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Wednesday 1 July 2026
Silhouette is not defined as a 'band with a sound' - for each song introduces a completely new timbre to the programme. Listening to the great songs of the decade can certainly pull at the heart strings - but hearing them with orchestration...The Brit Fest
Ashley Hall Showground, Altrincham
Thursday 2 - Sunday 5 July 2026
A celebration of all things British; music, culture, cars, food, drink, sport, entertainment and more... Prepare to be blown away by an incredible lineup of top-notch British musicians and bands. From iconic anthems to chart-topping pop hit...David Gray
Manchester Barton Aerodrome, Manchester
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
The Bridgewater Hall, Manchester
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 ove...The K's
Castlefield Bowl, Manchester
Friday 3 July 2026
Now with a UK no.1 album to their name, The K's were formed in Earlestown in 2017 after the lads grew up together in the shadows of two huge North West neighbours, Manchester and Liverpool. Jamie Boyle (vocals/guitar); Ryan Breslin (guit...Faithless
Manchester Barton Aerodrome, Manchester
Friday 3 July 2026
UK chart-topping dance pioneers Faithless return for their first run of shows in eight years and first since the passing of Maxi Jazz in 2022. With Sister Bliss at the helm alongside a live seven-piece band, Faithless are a force to be reck...Sky Full of Stars - A Tribute To Coldplay
The Albert Halls, Bolton
Friday 3 July 2026
Get ready for an electrifying night of music and magic with Sky Full of Stars-the authentic tribute to Coldplay from Entertainers! This spectacular live experience doesn't just capture the sound and spirit of one of the world's biggest ban...Calling Planet Earth
Blackburn Empire Theatre, Blackburn
Friday 3 July 2026
Symphonically new on stage, the music of Duran Duran, Spandau Ballet, Human League, Ultravox, Tears For Fears, Depeche Mode, OMD, Japan, ABC, Soft Cell and more... "The Show that Defines a Decade" ...Sammy Hagar (Van Halen)
AO Arena, Manchester
Saturday 4 July 2026
For almost forty years, Sammy Hagar has been one of rock music's most dynamic and prolific artists. From first bursting onto the scene in San Francisco as the lead singer of seminal hard rock band Montrose to his multiplatinum solo career ...Craig David Presents TS5
Manchester Barton Aerodrome, Manchester
Saturday 4 July 2026
TS5 started out as the most exclusive pre-party hosted by Craig David at his penthouse home in Miami. His DJ set combines massive old skool anthems from R&B to Swing beat, to Garage and Bashment, whilst merging current chart-topping House h...Kings of Leon
Co-op Live, Manchester
Saturday 4 July 2026
Bluesy Nashville rockers Kings of Leon evolved into arena superstars with the 2008 international hit single "Sex On Fire", and its follow-up "Use Somebody". From the searing blues riffs and enigmatically slurred vocals of their 2003 debut,...Antarctic Monkeys - The Official Arctic Monkeys Tribute Band
O2 Ritz, Manchester
Saturday 4 July 2026
The Official International Arctic Monkeys Tribute Band formed from a jamming session, and became a phenomenon in their own right, travelling the UK and Europe with numerous tours. The demand is now more than ever. Firmly established on the ...Pinked Floyd - Tribute to Pink Floyd
Altrincham Garrick, Altrincham
Saturday 4 July 2026
North West based tribute band Pinked Floyd offer an engaging and energetic performance celebrating the magical music of Pink Floyd. A stunning light and video show complement their exciting and amazingly accurate performance of music spann...
The Southmartins - A Tribute to The Beautiful South & The Housemartins
St Mary's Chambers, Rossendale
Saturday 4 July 2026
The Southmartins are a tribute act to the songs of Paul Heaton and Jacqui Abbott, The Beautiful South and The Housemartins. The seven-piece collective has built up a loyal following playing arenas, festivals, clubs and pubs (including Paul ...Transmission - The Sound Of Joy Division
The Citadel Theatre, St Helens
Saturday 4 - Friday 10 July 2026
Devoted to recreating the atmosphere of a live Joy Division gig, Transmission emulate the sound of one of the most inventive, evocative and influential groups of their era. Joy Division were formed in Manchester during the late 1970s and d...
Electric Heart Festival
Manchester Barton Aerodrome, Manchester
Sunday 5 July 2026
Electric Heart Festival lands in Manchester on Sunday 5th July 2026, bringing a brand-new indie festival to the city for one unforgettable summer day. Taking over Barton Aerodrome, turning an iconic open-air runway into the city's new indie...The Simon & Garfunkel Story
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
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 t...Def Leppard
Co-op Live, Manchester
Monday 6 July 2026
Blending glam metal gloss with hard rock heft and pop hooks, Sheffield titans Def Leppard have spent over five decades defining - and defying - the sound of stadium-sized rock, selling over 100 million records in the process. Tapping int...Chris Isaak
The Bridgewater Hall, Manchester
Tuesday 7 July 2026
Over the course of his forty-year career, Multi-platinum selling and GRAMMY-nominated singer & actor Chris Isaak has performed to sold-out crowds across the globe with members of his longtime band Silvertone. His music and film credits incl...Wet Leg
Castlefield Bowl, Manchester
Wednesday 8 July 2026
Amidst a night of hazy scenes in their native Isle of Wight, Rhian Teasdale and Hester Chambers found themselves at the summit of a Ferris wheel. They decided to start a band. The band is called Wet Leg. Arming themselves with guitars, a pe...La Perla
Band On The Wall, Manchester
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 201...Johnny Marr
Castlefield Bowl, Manchester
Thursday 9 July 2026
With a 40-year repertoire of distinctive songwriting and the guitar sound that has seen him regarded as the most influential guitarist of his generation, Manchester music legend Johnny Marr is a musician like no other. The energy of his s...Kevin Morby
O2 Ritz, Manchester
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,...Yellowman & The Upper Cut
Band On The Wall, Manchester
Thursday 9 July 2026
Dancehall legend Yellowman, born Winston Foster in Kingston, Jamaica, is celebrated for his vibrant style and trailblazing contributions to reggae and dancehall music.?Rising to fame in the early 1980s, he captivated audiences with his shar...Genesis Connected - Genesis Tribute Band
St Helens Theatre Royal, St Helens
Friday 10 July 2026
Celebrating the music of Genesis and the biggest selling acts connected: Peter Gabriel, Phil Collins and Mike & the Mechanics, this show has an incredible mix of material, from atmospheric anthems to chart toppers. Hits spanning from the la...Pinked Floyd - Tribute to Pink Floyd
Blackburn Empire Theatre, Blackburn
Friday 10 July 2026
North West based tribute band Pinked Floyd offer an engaging and energetic performance celebrating the magical music of Pink Floyd. A stunning light and video show complement their exciting and amazingly accurate performance of music spann...
Wrong Jovi. Live at Empire Rochdale
Empire Rochdale, Rochdale
Friday 10 July 2026
Bon Jovi tribute brings big hooks and arena-sized emotion, turning every chorus into a hands-in-the-air moment powered by pure rock optimism....Candlelight - A Tribute to Oasis
Manchester Cathedral, Manchester
Saturday 11 July - Friday 21 August 2026
Discover the music of Manchester legends Oasis performed by violin under the gentle glow of candlelight in this awe-inspiring location. ...Dave Finnegan's Commitments
Manchester Academy, Manchester
Saturday 11 July 2026
Direct from the hit Hollywood film "The Commitments", the man who has fronted the touring band for the last ten years and who played Mickah Wallace in the legendary movie, is here with his sensational show and his own 8-piece band behind hi...Nik Kershaw
Pyramid and Parr Hall, Warrington
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 per...The Magic of the Bee Gees - A Tribute to The Bee Gees
Octagon Theatre, Bolton
Saturday 11 July 2026
Direct from London's West End. Whether you're a brother or whether you're a mother, when the feeling's gone and you can't go on, it's time to put on your dancing shoes, for the night out of the year you have been waiting for to celebrate th...Oh What A Night! - Celebration of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons
