ROCK CONCERTS IN MANCHESTER
ROCK CONCERTS IN MANCHESTER
Most Popular Rock Concerts in Manchester
Indiepalooza Tribute Festival
King George's Hall
Sat 13 Feb - Sat 29 May 2027
What's Love Got To Do With It - A Tribute to Tina Turner
King George's Hall
Wed 21 Oct 2026 - Thu 21 Jan 2027
The Dunwells
The Deaf Institute, Manchester
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...
MS Ray
The Abbey, Manchester
Thursday 10 September 2026
Now Wave presents MS Ray at The Abbey, Manchester on 10th September 2026...Jamie Webster
Manchester Academy, Manchester
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...Primal Scream
New Century, Manchester
Friday 11 - Saturday 12 September 2026
Formed in Glasgow in 1982 by Bobby Gillespie, a member of Manchester-based Glaswegian indie act The Wake, Primal Scream's career didn't really take off until the legendary frontman had left his temporary role as drummer of The Jesus and Ma...Kurt Vile and the Violators
O2 Ritz, Manchester
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...Oh What A Night! - Celebration of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons
The Albert Halls, Bolton
Friday 11 September 2026
Go back in time on a musical journey through the incredible career of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons - now immortalised in the multi-award winning show Jersey Boys, which has been packing theatres worldwide since its debut in 2005. Valli...Mothership - Tribute to Led Zeppelin
Band On The Wall, Manchester
Friday 11 September 2026
No Costumes, No Wigs, No Nonsense... Led Zeppelin tribute MOTHERSHIP - described in Classic Rock Magazine as "the most authentic-sounding Zep tribute in the UK" - are bringing their brand new show, celebrating the music of the greatest roc...The Stickmen Project
St Mary's Chambers, Rossendale
Friday 11 September 2026
Behind the masks of drumming duo The Stickmen Project you will find Greg Zwarich and Paul Mintsoulis. Performing in black outfits with LED lights depicting the stickman character, their DJ sets are enhanced with electronic drum solos and p...Mantra - Bring Me The Horizon Tribute
Holy Diver, Stockport
Friday 11 September 2026
MANTRA is the ultimate BMTH tribute, delivering the energy and chaos of "Bring Me The Horizons" live shows. From crushing metalcore to genre-bending hits, they recreate the power, passion, and atmosphere fans know and love. ...Vundabar + Yot Club
Manchester Academy, Manchester
Friday 11 September 2026
A joint headline gig from Boston, Massachusetts indie rockers Vundabar and Mississippi indie pop star Yot Club. Vundabar have built a dedicated fanbase and staked their reputation on their madcap live performances. In late 2021, their 201...The Smiths Utd - A Tribute to The Smiths
The Citadel Theatre, St Helens
Friday 11 September 2026
Lincoln-based tribute band The Smiths Utd play all the hits from The Smiths and Morrissey solo. ...The Dream Machine
The Abbey, Manchester
Friday 11 September 2026
Acid Pop from The Wirral Peninsula, influenced by iconic psych-rock songwriters such as Patti Smith and The Brian Jonestown Massacre. Blend smooth vocal harmonies with tantalisingly hypnotic Americana grooves, their distinctively atmospher...Rainbow Rising - Tribute to Ritchie Blackmore's Rainbow
The Met, Bury
Friday 11 September 2026
Rainbow Rising recreate the 'live' Ritchie Blackmore experience selecting material from the entire Ritchie Blackmore back catalogue, including Rainbow in all it's many forms. ...
1-800 Girls (DJ)
Yes, Manchester
Friday 11 September 2026
Now Wave presents 1-800 Girls (DJ) at YES Basement on Friday 11th September 2026...The Freddie and Queen Experience. Live at Empire Rochdale
Empire Rochdale, Rochdale
Friday 11 September 2026
Queen tribute, thunderous harmonies, iconic guitar lines and all the theatrical power that made Queen legendary, delivered live....Melanie Martinez
Co-op Live, Manchester
Saturday 12 September 2026
The multi-Platinum, 12 billion-streaming New York alt-pop phenomenon, singer-songwriter-filmmaker, returns to Europe after her fourth album, "Portals", reached no.2 in the UK charts in April 2023. Now boasting over one billion worldwide st...Todd Rundgren
Manchester Opera House, Manchester
Saturday 12 September 2026
Born and raised in Philadelphia, Todd Rundgren began playing guitar as a teenager, going on to found and front The Nazz, the quintessential `60's psychedelic group. In 1969, he left the band to pursue a solo career, recording his debut off...Emofest
Manchester Academy, Manchester
Saturday 12 September 2026
Put on your eyeliner, lace up your high-tops and get ready to rock to all your favourite nostalgic emo anthems as the Emo Festival is the greatest tribute night to the music that was never just a phase... Teenage Nostalgia featuring all...Tony Visconti & Woody Woodmansey's Holy Holy - A Celebration of Bowie
O2 Ritz, Manchester
Saturday 12 September 2026
Capturing the magic and spirit of David Bowie, his former producer and bassist Tony Visconti, and drummer Woody Woodmansey are joined by Heaven 17's Glenn Gregory, plus all-star band Holy Holy to perform music from Bowie's extensive ba...The Radiohead Project - A Tribute to Radiohead
Waterside, Manchester
Saturday 12 September 2026
'The Radiohead Project' is a stunning live tribute show that celebrates one of the greatest bands of all time - Radiohead. From Mercury Prize winners to multiple Grammy Awards, Radiohead redefined the sound of modern music and The Radiohea...Nearly Dan - The Spirit & Sound Of Steely Dan
Band On The Wall, Manchester
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...Atlas
Manchester Academy, Manchester
Saturday 12 September 2026
he five-piece Modern Metal band hailing from Finland is blending ancient echoes with a contemporary edge. The messengers of melancholy craft a sound that channels the raw intensity and mysticism of the North, fusing haunting atmospheres wi...Emma Blackery
The Deaf Institute, Manchester
Saturday 12 September 2026
Since her debut EP release in 2013, it would be fair to say that Emma Blackery has made a name for herself as a force to be reckoned with in the music world. With her debut album Villains charting at number 24 in the UK albums chart in ...Pearl Scam - The UK's Premier Pearl Jam Tribute
Warrington Irish Club, Warrington
Saturday 12 September 2026
The UK's Premier Pearl Jam Tribute. Close your eyes and you will think you're there, Seattle 1991, the birth of a sound. As the tones of Alive and Evenflow fill the room, you will remember how you felt when you first heard Ten. As you hear...
Thompson Twins' Tom Bailey
The Bridgewater Hall, Manchester
Sunday 13 September 2026
Thompson Twins are widely regarded as one of the most iconic bands of the 1980s. Known for their unique fusion of pop, new wave, and synth-driven dance music, combined with an eclectic visual style, the band enjoyed consistent success i...Metric + Broken Social Scene + Stars
Manchester Academy, Manchester
Sunday 13 September 2026
All The Feelings Tour sees three of Canada's favourite bands unite for a co-headline show. Metric's relentless pursuit of timeless songwriting and fiercely independent ethos have cemented their place as one of the most essential and ahead-...Allie Sherlock
Manchester Academy, Manchester
Sunday 13 September 2026
Hailing from Cork, Ireland, singer and songwriter Allie Sherlock is know for her distinctive voice and captivation presence. 2025 marks an exciting new chapter in her career, as she embarks on her first headline shows and releases her own ...Beautiful Trauma - The Live Pink Bank Experience
St Helens Theatre Royal, St Helens
Sunday 13 September 2026
International award-winning P!nk impersonator, Stacy Green, is joined live on stage,with the phenomenal Vertigo Band, torecreate the excitement and majesty that makes P!nk the modern legend andinspiration she has come to be known as. Exper...Metric
Manchester Academy, Manchester
Sunday 13 September 2026
Toronto rockers METRIC emphasise guitars with their songs packed with massive riffs, driving rhythm and Emily Haines' raw/smooth vocals that have become their instantly identifiable signature sound. ...Cillirion - A Tribute to Fish-Era Marillion
Warrington Irish Club, Warrington
Sunday 13 September 2026
A tribute to Fish-Era Marillion, bringing a musical spectacular of Marillion's back catalogue tracks. ...Glyders
The Deaf Institute, Manchester
Monday 14 September 2026
Find tickets and full event details for Glyders live in the UK, including venues, performance dates, and accessibility information. Where can I buy tickets for Glyders?Tickets for Glyders can be purchased safely and securely from Eventim U...Mimi Barks
Star and Garter, Manchester
Monday 14 September 2026
Tapestry Promotions are proud to present:Mimi BarksPlus special Guest:Swarm6ix...Saint Etienne
New Century, Manchester
Tuesday 15 September 2026
One of Britains's most enduring and endearing bands of recent times. Often described as a sixties-inspired 90s dance band, Saint Etienne encompass many influences and deliver sublime and soulful pop songs - from the anthemic UK Top 20 hits...Saint Etienne
New Century, Manchester
Tuesday 15 September 2026
One of Britains's most enduring and endearing bands of recent times. Often described as a sixties-inspired 90s dance band, Saint Etienne encompass many influences and deliver sublime and soulful pop songs - from the anthemic UK Top 20 hits...Liam Bailey
Manchester Academy, Manchester
Tuesday 15 September 2026
Noted for his soul, reggae, and blues-influenced vocal style, Nottingham singer Liam Bailey is perhaps best known for his collaborations with Chase & Status, performing around the world with the drum and bass duo since 2010. He co-wrote an...
Spiritbox
Co-op Live, Manchester
Wednesday 16 September 2026
The Canadian metal outfit fronted by vocalist Courtney LaPlante showcase the fluidity that is inherent in heavy music, ranging from atmospheric to industrial, reaching UK no.19 with their dubut album in 2021. ...Brigitte Calls Me Baby
O2 Ritz, Manchester
Wednesday 16 September 2026
Taking their name from frontman Wes Leavins' teenaged pen-pal correspondence with French actress Brigitte Bardot, the music of Brigitte Calls Me Baby is equal parts elegant time warp and up-close exploration of our modern-day neuroses. T...King King
Gorilla, Manchester
Wednesday 16 September 2026
Right now, King King are a band breaking into a swagger. There's no denying the momentum of the Glasgow rockers saluted as "the best blues-rock band in the world" (Blues Rock Review). But for Alan Nimmo (vocals/guitar), Zander Greenshields...John Bramwell (I Am Kloot)
