WORLD MUSIC CONCERTS IN MANCHESTER
WORLD MUSIC CONCERTS IN MANCHESTER
Most Popular World Music Concerts in Manchester
Bongeziwe Mabandla
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...
Milap Dance - Timeless
Wednesday 22 April 2026
Timeless is Milap's celebration of Indian dance - a stage where exceptional artists offer fresh creative voices within centuries-old traditions. This year features Elena Catalano (Odissi), Kinga Malec (Kathak), and Santosh Nair (Bha...
Tangram Collective
Thursday 23 April 2026
Join trailblazing artist London-based music collective, Tangram, on a deep exploration between Chinese philosophy and Western classical music. Divine Intimacies presents a programme for Chinese and Western instruments showcasing how ancient...
The Hayes Sisters and Clive Gregson
Thursday 23 April 2026
A spectacular New Show for all Nanci Griffith fans! "Love at the Five and Dime" with The Hayes Sisters and Clive GregsonConsummate guitarist, mandolin player and song-writer in his own right, Clive Gregson toured as part of the Nanci Griffi...
Splean
Friday 24 April 2026
Legendary Russian rock band Splean (СПЛИН) were formed in St. Petersburgh in 2004 and perform acoustic and folk rock. In 1998, Splean opened for The Rolling Stones at Moscow's Luzhniki Stadium but were cancelled by Russian authorities ...
Femi Kuti & The Positive Force Band
Friday 24 April 2026
The undisputed inheritor of the genius of his father, Nigerian Afro-beat superstar Fela Kuti, Afrobeat icon Femi Kuti is renowned for his relentless energy and powerful, vibrant performances. Femi continues to captivate audiences worldwide ...
Aziz Ibrahim (Stone Roses / Ian Brown)
Sunday 3 May 2026
Aziz Ibrahim is best known as a guitarist with The Stone Roses and Ian Brown, co-writing songs such as "My Star", "Corpses in Their Mouths", "Longsight M13", "One Way Ticket to Paradise" and numerous other tracks from "Unfinished Monkey Bus...
Florry
Wednesday 6 May 2026
Now Wave presents Florry at YES Basement on 6th May 2026...
Asim Azhar
Thursday 7 May 2026
The young Pakistani singing sensation is coming to the UK for the first time with his full band. Asim started off with covers of western pop songs on Social Media and from there onwards he has become one of the biggest names in Pakistani po...
Salsa De Cuba - RAMONA
Thursday 7 - Thursday 14 May 2026
Authentic live Cuban music in the heart of Manchester. Converted MOT station Ramona meets Salsa de Cuba for a night of dance, community and joy...
Reggaeton Party
Saturday 9 May 2026
Come and celebrate all things Reggaeton with UK's best Reggaeton DJ's playing all your favourite hits. ...
Styrofoam Winos
Monday 11 May 2026
Now Wave presents Styrofoam Winos at The Castle Hotel on 11th May 2026...
Pishro + Arta + Koorosh
Sunday 17 May 2026
Persian rap from exiled Iranian hip hop star Reza Pishro, Canadian Arta Mir Hosseini, and Istanbul-living Iranian Istanbul Koorosh. ...
Northcote
Sunday 17 May 2026
UTB Manchester proudly presents... NorthcoteNorthcote is the musical project of Canadian singer-songwriter Matt Goud, known for his heartfelt songwriting and dynamic live performances. Since launching in 2008, Northcote has toured internati...
Kraftwerk
Friday 22 - Saturday 23 May 2026
Influential German electronica icons Kraftwerk and the much-celebrated robots return, bringing with them their constantly upgraded Multimedia Tour which began back in 2012 at the Museum of Modern Art in New York. Part performance, part d...
Tinariwen
Friday 22 May 2026
Tinariwen is a collective of Tuareg musicians from the Sahara region of northern Mali. Considered pioneers of desert blues, the group's guitar-driven style combines traditional Tuareg and African music with Western rock music. ...
Jaliyaa Kumbengo & Tanante
Friday 22 May 2026
Jaliyaa Kumbengo is a live concert and workshop bringing together Gambian griot masters Sefo Kanuteh & special guest Jali Musa Jobarteh + Tanante...
Back to the Roots
Saturday 23 May 2026
Megatone and BTC promotions presents a night called Back to the Roots A night of Roots and conscious music...
London Concertante - The Seven Sins of Tango by Candlelight
Sunday 24 May 2026
Discover tango like never before with The Seven Sins of Tango by Candlelight, a brand-new 2026 production featuring two champion dancers and a 10-piece ensemble from the world-renowned London Concertante. Straight from Argentina, this elec...
Johnny Drille
Sunday 24 May 2026
Nigerian folk singer and songwriter Johnny Drille first came into the spotlight in 2015 when he released a cover of "Awww" by Di'Ja. He was one of the contestants on the sixth season of Project Fame West Africa in 2013 and his debut single ...
Reinhardt Buhr
Tuesday 26 May 2026
Where can I buy tickets for Reinhardt Buhr?Tickets for Reinhardt Buhr can be purchased safely and securely from Eventim UK. When is Reinhardt Buhr playing?Reinhardt Buhr is playing at ?Stereo, Glasgow on 27 May 2026The Voodoo Rooms, Edinbur...
Nocturne
Saturday 30 May 2026
East of the sun and west of the moon comes a tale of finding your courage and staying true to yourself. ★★★★★ "The musical theatre highlight that came out of nowhere" - Theatre in Brighton (2025) Nocturne is a new original mus...
THE BEVIS FROND + GERARD LOVE
Friday 5 June 2026
We?re excited to be working The Bevis Frond and special guest Gerard Love!Formed in 1986 in Walthamstow, London, The Bevis Frond is essentially the enduring solo project of guitarist/singer-songwriter Nick Saloman ? though over time the liv...
Julian Marley
Monday 8 June 2026
Grammy Award Winning roots-reggae...
Ibrahim Maalouf
Wednesday 10 June 2026
Grammy Award nominated French-Lebanese trumpeter Ibrahim Maalouf returns with a new and highly innovative musical project, a great adventure that takes us to a world where folklore and modernity become one, a true blend of influences where ...
Ultimate 40. Live at Empire 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....
K-Pop Superstars + Stars of Cbeebies
Saturday 13 June 2026
A double bill of fun featuring K-pop Superstars and the Stars of CBeebies. K-pop Superstars will bring the spectacle, style and infectious energy of Korea's biggest pop icons, paying tribute to global K-pop heavyweights such as K-pop Demon ...
MACFEST 2026
Saturday 13 June 2026
Musical evening at the Lowry, Salford Hello from Salford! Join us for a marvellous Eid musical evening at the Lowry in Salford Quays. Like our previous festivals, we have a musical feast for you with talented and highly entertaining singers...
K-Pop Superstars + Jurassic Earth & more
Sunday 14 - Saturday 20 June 2026
A huge, supersized double bill of family entertainment begins with Jurassic Earth - the UK's original live dinosaur show! Meet a spectacular cast of dinosaurs including a Velociraptor, Triceratops, the world's LARGEST walking T. rex, an...
Tamikrest
Monday 15 June 2026
An iconic Saharan rock band, Tamikrest was formed in 2006 by Ousmane Ag Mossa, Cheikh Ag Tiglia, and Aghaly Ag Mohamedine in Tinzawaten, on the border between Algeria and Mali. Inspired by the musical heritage of Tinariwen, and driven by th...
Hang Massive
Friday 19 June 2026
The UK and Swedish duo Hang Massive are the world's most renowned Handpan players, pioneering a successful electronic act with a magnetic live show, blending dream-like acoustics and upbeat sounds. The magic for Danny Cudd and Markus Offbe...
Góbéfest
Friday 19 - Sunday 21 June 2026
Gobefest was established in 2017 to celebrate the little-known culture and traditions of the Szekler people - a group of ethnic Hungarians living in Transylvania, which is part of Romania. A Gobe is a friendly word for a 'crafty Szekely'. W...
Arooj Aftab & London Contemporary Orchestra
Saturday 20 June 2026
The Grammy 'Best New Artist' nominee and Grammy Best Global Music Performance winning Pakistani jazz musician is known for her spellbinding blend of jazz, minimalism and South Asian classical traditions, with intimate piano and swelling...
RNCM Guitars
Wednesday 24 June 2026
Curated by internationally acclaimed classical guitarist and RNCM Professor Craig Ogden, this evening of performances showcases the artistry of RNCM guitar students. ...
K-Pop All Stars Tribute
Thursday 25 June 2026
Ride the K-pop wave influencing the World live on stage! From stadium-shaking anthems to breathtaking choreography, K-Pop All Stars celebrates the global phenomenon redefining pop culture. With explosive performances of today's biggest K-...
Rhythm of the Dance
Friday 17 July 2026
Rhythm of the Dance has brought audiences around the world to their feet for over two decades and is returning with a brand new production. Rooted in Ireland's rich culture and heritage, Rhythm of the Dance takes a different perspective on ...
Benin International Musical
Monday 27 July 2026
Benin International Musical (BIM) is a vibrant musical project and live performance experience that brings together a collective of Beninese artists blending traditional voodoo rhythms and ancestral songs with modern genres such as trip-hop...
Jahman Xpress live in Manchester
Saturday 1 August 2026
Jahman Xpress is a Senegalese Musician who has gained recognition for his melodic voice and has featured in top 5 most popular Senegalese artists....
