GIGS IN MANCHESTER
GIGS IN MANCHESTER
Most Popular Gigs in Manchester
Michael Starring Ben - The Magic of Michael Jackson
The Bridgewater Hall
Thu 8 Oct 2026 - Fri 12 Nov 2027
Queen of the Night - A Tribute to Whitney Houston
Manchester Opera House
Sat 19 Sep 2026 - Fri 2 Apr 2027
Candlelight - Hans Zimmer's Best Works
Manchester Cathedral
Thu 1 Oct 2026 - Fri 19 Feb 2027
The Amy Winehouse Band
The Bridgewater Hall
Fri 30 Oct 2026 - Thu 4 Mar 2027
Francis Rossi (Status Quo)
Stockport Plaza
Mon 12 Oct 2026 - Sat 27 Mar 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
Hannah Wicklund
The Met, Bury
Saturday 17 October 2026
Growing up on the beaches of Hilton Head Island, South Carolina, Hannah Wicklund has always had music in her bones. Through hard work and determination, she built her career on her own. Starting her band at eight years old, then graduating...Ian Prowse & Amsterdam
Unitarian Church Todmorden, Oldham
Saturday 17 October 2026
Ian Prowse is a singer/songwriter from Ellesmere Port who wears his heart on his sleeve and writes straight from the cuff. Formed in 1999 with former Blow Monkeys drummer Tony Kiley and cousin Johnny Barlow, his Liverpool pop rock outfi...Lady Leshurr
New Century, Manchester
Saturday 17 October 2026
Solihul rapper Melesha O'Garro is best known for her Queen's Speech series of freestyles, Episode 4 of which became popular in 2016. Her oft-confrontational rhymes are belied by a buoyant melodicism refined by her witty and sometimes high-...Roxy Magic - Celebrating the Music of Bryan Ferry & Roxy Music
The Citadel Theatre, St Helens
Saturday 17 October 2026
A fabulously entertaining evening celebrating the music of Roxy Music & Bryan Ferry as performed by Roxy Magic, with a great combination of high quality musicianship and a wonderful Bryan Ferry look and sound-alike in Kevin Hackett. Forme...Eban Brown (The Stylistics)
The Bowdon Rooms, Altrincham
Saturday 17 October 2026
Direct from the USA on his Stylistics Songbook Tour, Eban Brown performs hits such as: You Make Me Feel Brand New; Can't Give You Anything (But My Love); You Are Everything; Betcha By Golly Wow; Stone In Love With You; Break Up To Make Up...Pet Needs
Band On The Wall, Manchester
Saturday 17 October 2026
Colchester's PET NEEDS play fractured party music. With explosive live performances of singalong anti-anthems, they began smashing sets on stages throughout the UK, screaming stories of disastrous job interviews, self-destruction and head...
BIG TROUSERS: Manchester Headline Show Eagle Inn Salford
Eagle Inn, Salford
Saturday 17 October 2026
Postmodern power-duo BIG TROUSERS bring their explosive mix of spoken-word post-punk, progressive rock and internet-age absurdity to Manchester....Snug Live Sessions w/XL Poncho + moniker.
The Snug Coffee House, Manchester
Saturday 17 October 2026
XL Poncho make their debut at The Snug this October, bringing their blend of indie rock, funky grooves and infectious melodies to Atherton....AKA Noel Gallagher. Live at Empire Rochdale
Empire Rochdale, Rochdale
Saturday 17 October 2026
AKA Noel Gallagher steps into the swagger and songwriting style of Britpop's sharpest voice, delivering anthems packed with attitude....Blackpool Mecca Special 2026
The Mercure Hotel Haydock, Warrington
Saturday 17 October 2026
Another superb Blackpool Mecca ReunionFeaturing Original Dj's Colin Curtis & Ian Levine+ Pete Haigh and Q&A MC Tim AshibendeMusic from 1970 to 1982...
Britallica (Britney Spears Metal Tribute) Holy Diver Stockport
Holy Diver, Stockport
Saturday 17 October 2026
Britallica is the world's first metal tribute to Britney Spears, a high energy mashup of pop princess anthems and headbanging metal attitude....Church Andrews & Matt Davies
Pink Stockport, Stockport
Saturday 17 October 2026
Live experimental electronics & analogue percussion in Stockport, Greater Manchester. Includes...Dead Finks (DE) // Gold Cup
Big Hands, Manchester
Saturday 17 October 2026
New Zealand music via Berlin Dead Finks are joined by Gold Cup on Oct 17th...
The Honey Badgers Indie Brit-Pop Night
The Brickhouse, St Helens
Saturday 17 October 2026
One of our go to Indie bands The Honey Badgers - Four piece rock, pop & indie cover band - regulars always asking when their back...Tides of Ire + Malicious Compliance Tour 26
Fuel Cafe Bar, Manchester
Saturday 17 October 2026
Tides of Ire and Malicious Compliance join forces on a Midlands tour with support from Cages for Preachers....Jeff Wayne's Musical Version of The War of the Worlds
O2 Apollo, Manchester
Sunday 18 October 2026
The Martians are back! Based on HG Wells' dark Victorian tale, the production remains a favourite to millions around the world, exciting audiences of all ages. In October 2026, Jeff Wayne's Musical Version of The War of The Worlds - Liv...Brandi Carlile
Co-op Live, Manchester
Sunday 18 October 2026
Known as one of music's most respected voices, Brandi Carlile is an 11 times Grammy Award, 2 time EMMY-winning singer/songwriter, and a #1 New York Times Bestselling author. Throughout her acclaimed career, the Washington State country a...Starsailor with Strings
The Bridgewater Hall, Manchester
Sunday 18 October 2026
Formed at Wigan & Leigh Music College, Starsailor will celebrate the 25th Anniversary of their critically-acclaimed, multi-platinum debut album Love is Here with a special tour featuring a string ensemble arranged and conducted by Joe Dudd...Sol and the Gang
Albert Hall, Manchester
Sunday 18 October 2026
A high-energy journey through the decades - from Motown to present day - blending timeless RnB classics with premium production and tight musicianship. Founded by award-winning artist and choreographer J-Sol of The X Factor fame, the hand-...Harriet
Lowry, Salford
Sunday 18 October 2026
Sheffield singer Harriet Robert's sell-out show, Trying To Get The Feeling Again, sees her performing intimate interpretations of her favourite sounds of the 70s, including hits by The Carpenters, Fleetwood Mac, The Eagles, Carole King...RNCM Young Explorers - Roald Dahl's Revolting Rhymes Part 2
RNCM, Manchester
Sunday 18 October 2026
Get ready for an adventure full of twists, turns, and tall tales. This interactive family-friendly afternoon combines live orchestral music with the mischievous imagination of Roald Dahl. Settle into an exciting performance from RNCM music...Johnny Cash Roadshow
The Albert Halls, Bolton
Sunday 18 October 2026
The only show to be endorsed by the Cash Family, the Johnny Cash Roadshow is simply the biggest and best celebration of Johnny Cash in the world today. Award winning front man, Clive John, dedicates this year to a 50th anniversary tour of ...Skai Isyourgod
O2 Ritz, Manchester
Sunday 18 October 2026
Chinese rapper 揽佬SKAI ISYOURGOD combines Memphis rap and Cantonese culture. ...
Huey Morgan - The Fun Lovin' Criminal
Band On The Wall, Manchester
Sunday 18 October 2026
The King of New York, Huey Morgan - the original Fun Lovin Criminal - is back playing with his brand new band!All the hit's that you love, are going to be played including - The Fun Lovin Criminal, Scooby Snacks, Loco, Korean Bodega, Love ...Thank ABBA for the Music
St Helens Theatre Royal, St Helens
Sunday 18 October 2026
Grab your platforms and flares for a journey back in time to when ABBA dominated the charts and ruled the airwaves with this two-hour theatre spectacular that captures all of the magic and excitement of one of pop history's most successful...John 5
Manchester Academy, Manchester
Sunday 18 October 2026
For almost 30 years, John 5 has been one of the most in-demand guitar players on the planet. As well as a guitarist for hire, 5 has shared the stage as axe-man for Rob Zombie, Marilyn Manson and Rob Halford. He has also worked with an impr...Red Hot Chilli Pipers
RNCM, Manchester
Sunday 18 October 2026
There has never been anything quite like The Red Hot Chilli Pipers, who over the past fifteen years have become the most famous bagpipe band on the planet... ever! Bagpipes with attitude, drums with a Scottish accent and a show that carrie...Bobbie Dazzle
The Deaf Institute, Manchester
Sunday 18 October 2026
Action! Presents?Bobbie DazzlePlus Special Guests...Mid-Life Dirtbags
Night & Day Cafe, Manchester
Sunday 18 - Monday 19 October 2026
Sun 18 Oct - 7:30 pmMid-Life Dirtbags+ Guests£10 adv...
Bitchin Bajas (Drag City Records)
Rush Tribute - Rushed
Empire Warrington, Warrington
Sunday 18 October 2026
RUSHED bring an electrifying live tribute to the legendary sound of Rush - delivering the technical brilliance, soaring vocals, and epic arrangements...Sylvia
Lowry, Salford
Monday 19 - Saturday 24 October 2026
Sylvia Pankhurst - fearless, flawed, and unforgettable. The untold story of the rebellious middle child of Emmeline Pankhurst takes centre stage in this irresistible hip hop, funk and soul musical that moves your feet and fires your spirit...Tyla
O2 Apollo, Manchester
Monday 19 October 2026
South African singer and songwriter Tyla Seethal has been dubbed the "Queen of Popiano" due to her fusion of pop and amapiano. The youngest African artist in history to win a Grammy Award, Tyla gained international recognition after the re...
Cabaret Voltaire
Albert Hall, Manchester
Monday 19 October 2026
Stephen 'Mal' Mallinder and Chris Watson celebrate 50 years since Cabaret Voltaire first performed live. The first performance, at the Sheffield Students Union Refectory on 13 May 1975, the live launch of one of Britain's most influential ...LSD and the Search For God
Puppy Teeth debut EP release show
