SOUL AND R&B CONCERTS IN MANCHESTER
SOUL AND R&B CONCERTS IN MANCHESTER
Most Popular Soul and R&B Concerts in Manchester
Michael Starring Ben - The Magic of Michael Jackson
The Bridgewater Hall
Thu 8 Oct 2026 - Fri 26 Feb 2027
Queen of the Night - A Tribute to Whitney Houston
Manchester Opera House
Fri 26 Jun 2026 - Fri 2 Apr 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
Man In The Mirror - A Tribute To Michael Jackson
Stockport Plaza
Fri 12 Jun - Sat 28 Nov 2026
We Invented The Weekend Festival
Lowry, Salford
Sunday 7 June 2026
We Invented the Weekend festival is back for 2026! Across Saturday 6 and Sunday 7 June 2026, Salford Quays and MediaCity will be buzzing with over 200 free activities in the UKs most ambitious, creative, original and fun-filled festival cel...Factory 251 Saturdays
FAC251, Manchester
Sunday 7 June 2026
3 floors of music, all your favs with 899 other party goers. DJs spinning dance & RnB, Indie & Cheese, and Tech, Bass & DnB. ...Sounds of the 60's Live with Tony Blackburn
The Bridgewater Hall, Manchester
Tuesday 9 June 2026
Join Tony as he presents an evening of 60s classics performed live by the Sounds Of The 60s All Star Band & Singers. Featuring the hits of The Everly Brothers, Dusty Springfield, The Kinks, Elvis, Diana Ross and the Supremes, Otis Redding, ...Lola Young
O2 Apollo, Manchester
Wednesday 10 - Thursday 11 June 2026
UK singles chart topping Croydon R&B pop rock singer-songwriter Lola Young was nominated for the Brit Award for Rising Star in 2021. She was chosen to cover the 1980s hit "Together in Electric Dreams" for the John Lewis Christmas advert be...The Weeknd
Etihad Stadium, Manchester
Thursday 11 - Friday 12 June 2026
A world stadium tour from the multi-platinum selling, chart-topping Canadian R&B artist best known for his UK no.1 "Blinding Lights", and Top 10 hits"The Hills", "Save Your Tears","Starboy" and "I Feel It Coming" (both featuring Daft Punk...Lloyd
O2 Ritz, Manchester
Thursday 11 June 2026
Born in New Orleans, Louisiana, and raised in Decatur, Georgia, R&B star Lloyd began his musical career as a member of the preteen-boy band N-Toon. He is best known in the UK for the no.3 hit single "Dedication to My Ex (Miss That)" (featu...Rob Lamberti - Perfectly George (George Michael Tribute)
The Bridgewater Hall, Manchester
Friday 12 June 2026
'Stars in Their Eyes' live finalist Rob Lamberti has earned the title of the UK's number one George Michael tribute artist and has even worked on behalf of the late Wham legend for Sony Music to promote the album 25 Live. In a 2014 interv...Man In The Mirror - A Tribute To Michael Jackson
The Albert Halls, Bolton
Friday 12 June 2026
Join us for a Thriller of an evening, as we celebrate the legendary music of the KING OF POP. This is the "Man in the Mirror" - The brand new must-see, electrifying tribute concert to Michael Jackson. Starring CJ, one of the world's greates...Jive Talkin' Perform The Bee Gees Live in Concert
Blackburn Empire Theatre, Blackburn
Friday 12 June 2026
Renowned as the original and very best Bee Gees tribute show, and the only Bee Gees tribute show that has actually performed with the original Bee Gees! In 1997 Gary & Darren from Jive Talkin performed live on Heart FM with The Bee Ge...Live Hip Hop, Afrobeats and RnB + DJs
The Blues Kitchen, Manchester
Friday 12 June - Friday 14 August 2026
DJs and live musicians play old and new school hip hop, afrobeats and RnB goodness from Kendrick Lamar and J Hus to Wizkid and Lauryn Hill. ...
Ultimate 40. Live at Empire Rochdale
Empire Rochdale, Rochdale
Friday 12 June - Friday 11 December 2026
Reggae returns to Empire Rochdale, deep grooves, warm rhythms and a laid-back atmosphere built for moving, skanking and soaking it all in....The Celine Experience - Tribute to Celine Dion with January Butler
The Edge Wigan, Wigan
Saturday 13 June 2026
The Celine Experience tribute concert stars the highly acclaimed vocalist, January Butler, with an incredible full live band. With dazzling costumes, jaw dropping vocals and a sensational 'live concert' feel, this show will take you on a tw...Theo Katzman (Vulfpeck)
The Stoller Hall, Manchester
Saturday 13 June 2026
The singing drummer and guitarist in the funk band Vulfpeck, New York indie folk rocker Theo Katzman fuses pop, jazz, funk, soul and indie rock. His staunchly synergistic sober psychedelic seeker-sensitive soul service is influenced by so...The Whitney Bottomless Brunch
Freight Island, Manchester
Saturday 13 June - Saturday 12 December 2026
Get the gang together and get those group chats ready, because Brunch Baby are hosting a massive 'Whitney' themed Bottomless Brunch and you're all invited! Prepare yourselves for the ultimate brunch experience, jam packed with unforgettabl...
Shiva May Care + Dr. Savage + Vaudevilles
The Peer Hat, Manchester
Friday 19 June 2026
Garuda13 presents Shiva May Care and Dr. Savage for a double Headline Show at Peer Hat in Northern Quarter, supported by Veudevilles...
Daresbury Festival
Walton Hall & Gardens, Warrington
Saturday 20 June 2026
A day of House, Disco and happiness at the brand new Daresbury Festival taking place a mile down the road from Daresbury, at the picturesque settings of Walton Hall in Cheshire. - A Boutique Festival set in the grounds of Walton Hall. -...Soul Train
Grosvenor Casino Didsbury, Manchester
Saturday 20 June 2026
Show producer and performer Wayne Kennedy goes back to his roots having sold well over one million concert tickets for his theatre shows, and steams into town with his SOUL TRAIN, and on board will be a fine feast of soulful gems. Harking b...Snug Live Sessions w/Thingumajigs
The Snug Coffee House, Manchester
Saturday 20 June 2026
Thingumajigs return to The Snug with a brilliant blend of pop, funk, folk, reggae, ska, soul, rock and everything in between...
Beverley Knight
O2 Apollo, Manchester
Friday 26 June 2026
Wolverhampton soul legend Beverley Knight has been one of the UK's most consistent artists for almost three decades and celebrates her incredible career in the year she also marks her milestone 50th birthday. With several Top 10 albums and ...Queen of the Night - A Tribute to Whitney Houston
King George's Hall, Blackburn
Friday 26 June 2026
Queen Of The Night - A Tribute to Whitney Houston returns in 2026 for another show-stopping celebration, following sold-out tours across the UK, including an arena tour and iconic venues such as the Royal Albert Hall and The London Palladiu...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...Denise Morgan
The Bridgewater Hall, Manchester
Friday 3 July 2026
Born and raised in Manchester, by Irish parents, Denise's music was inspired by her Irish roots. Coupled with her love of 60's Soul, these influences were soon heard in her songwriting and singing style which has became known as, Celtic Sou...A Night To Remember Motown Show
Octagon Theatre, Bolton
Friday 3 July 2026
Take a trip back to 1960s Detroit and be prepared for high energy and soulful vocal dynamics from show producer and director, Bizzi Dixon, The Voice UK finalist and West End Tour lead principal, harmoniously backed by the Motown Divas givin...
COOKIN' ON 3 BURNERS
Band On The Wall, Manchester
Friday 3 July 2026
AGMP Concerts presentsCOOKIN' ON 3 BURNERS+ special guests: TBC? "Wonderful slice of bright, shimmering soul!" - Craig Charles Funk & Soul ShowCookin' On 3 Burners are Australia's premier Hammond-driven funk trio, delivering a powerful blen...Cookinâ on 3 Burners
Band On The Wall, Manchester
Friday 3 July 2026
AGMP Concerts presentsCOOKIN' ON 3 BURNERS+ special guests: TBC...
Craig David Presents TS5
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...Snug Live Sessions w/Jeramiah Ferrari
The Snug Coffee House, Manchester
Saturday 4 July 2026
Jeramiah Ferrari are back at The Snug in 2026 for what's guaranteed to be a packed room and a brilliant night....Jon B.
Manchester Academy, Manchester
Tuesday 7 July 2026
Rhode Island R&B singer Jonathan Buck scored UK hits with "Don't Talk" and "They Don't Know", which reached the Top 10 in the States in 1998, following his earlier hit "Someone to Love" (featuring Babyface). ...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...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...Yellowman & The Upper Cut
The Drifters
St Mary's Chambers, Rossendale
Friday 10 July 2026
Continuing the legacy of George and Faye Treadwell, the latest line-up of The Drifters are back on tour in the UK with a brand-new show, performing all the classic hits of the soul legends from the last six decades, such as 'Saturday Night...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...Oh What A Night! - Celebration of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons
Altrincham Garrick, Altrincham
Saturday 11 July 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'...THE DRIFTERS
St Helens Theatre Royal, St Helens
Thursday 16 July 2026
Continuing the legacy of George and Faye Treadwell, the latest line-up of The Drifters are back on tour in the UK with a brand-new show, performing all the classic hits of the soul legends from the last six decades, such as 'Saturday Night...Bushman
Rumours of Fleetwood Mac
Lowry, Salford
Saturday 18 July 2026
Personally endorsed by Fleetwood Mac founding member, Mick Fleetwood, Rumours of Fleetwood Mac is the ultimate tribute to one of rock and roll's most remarkable groups. Formed in Liverpool, in 1999, the tribute group have gone on to perf...The RUSH
Manchester Academy, Manchester
Saturday 18 July 2026
Manchester-based covers band The RUSH was formed in 2014 by lead singer Gavin Jones, who was the shock eviction of the 2007 X-Factor show, even appearing on Lorraine Kelly breakfast show. They are celebrated for their unique style and powe...
Smoove & Turrell - The Singles Tour
Band On The Wall, Manchester
Thursday 23 July 2026
he Singles Tour a celebration of their biggest tunes, fan favourites, and timeless grooves that have defined their career....The Chicago Blues Brothers
The Albert Halls, Bolton
Saturday 25 July 2026
The Chicago Blues Brothers are back - and they're tearing the roof off the Country Bunker!Celebrating 45 years of the legendary Blues Brothers legacy, this live concert delivers a high-energy night of electrifying blues, foot-stomping count...
Armanii - The Impact Tour - Manchester
Gorilla, Manchester
Sunday 26 July 2026
Dancehall sensation Armanii lands in the UK for a run of headline shows this summer. Presented by Caribbean Rocks...The Drifters
