GIGS IN MANCHESTER
GIGS IN MANCHESTER
Most Popular Gigs in Manchester
Queen of the Night - A Tribute to Whitney Houston
Pyramid and Parr Hall
Thu 29 Jan - Fri 26 Jun 2026
Michael Starring Ben - The Magic of Michael Jackson
The Bridgewater Hall
Fri 23 Jan - Sat 25 Apr 2026
What's Love Got To Do With It - A Tribute to Tina Turner
Lowry
Thu 30 Apr - Wed 27 May 2026
Candlelight - Hans Zimmer's Best Works
Manchester Cathedral
Wed 12 Nov 2025 - Fri 6 Feb 2026
Fleetwood Bac - The Fleetwood Mac Tribute Show
Manchester Academy
Sat 13 Dec 2025 - Sat 18 Apr 2026
The Square Wild Seasonal Spectacular
Star and Garter, Manchester
Friday 19 December 2025
Manchester genre hoppers Square Wild and friends are throwing a Xmas party...Doves
O2 Apollo, Manchester
Saturday 20 December 2025
Doves had something of an usual genesis in '90s Madchester. Founding members Jimi Goodwin, Jez Williams and Andy Williams were all members of Sub Sub, best remembered for their 1993 hit single Ain't No Love (Ain't No Use). After a fire at ...Black Grape
Manchester Academy, Manchester
Saturday 20 December 2025
Featuring Happy Mondays legend Shaun William Ryder and Ruthless Rap Assassins frontman Paul "Kermit" Leveridge, Black Grape could only have been made in Manchester. The swagger, fun and cryptic humour seem hewn from a city historian AJP Tay...Candlelight - Christmas Classics
St Philip's Church Salford, Manchester
Saturday 20 December 2025
Discover the music of Christmas classics, festive films, and carols in this awe-inspiring location performed by a string quartet under the gentle glow of candlelight. ...The Hallé - The Snowman & Shaun the Sheep
The Bridgewater Hall, Manchester
Saturday 20 - Sunday 21 December 2025
The Snowman will be walking in the air, followed by a 'ewe'-nique performance from Shaun the Sheep, as the Halle brings the captivating music of these beloved characters to life in this enthralling concert for all ages. Sit back and enjoy t...Day Fever
New Century Hall, Manchester
Saturday 20 December 2025
The day-time clubbing event started by Line of Duty actress Vicky McClure, her husband, Welsh actor and filmmaker Jonny Owen and Sheffield indie kings, Reverend & The Makers has swept the UK since it's launch in 2024 "The day-time disco tha...
Windborne
Hallé St Peter's, Manchester
Saturday 20 December 2025
The most exciting folk vocal group in a generation, The Windborne Singers' captivating show draws on the singers' deep roots in traditions of vocal harmony, while the absolute uniqueness of their artistic approach brings old songs into the ...The Bug Club
Yes, Manchester
Saturday 20 December 2025
"If you ever wondered what Tiny Tim might might have sounded like fronting AC/DC, have a listen. It's 100% fun." - Dusted. The Monmouthshire duo deliver a beefy slab of signature Modern-Lovers-meets-Nuggets garage rock, featuring B-52's ca...Absolva
Manchester Academy, Manchester
Saturday 20 December 2025
Manchester hard rock, British heavy metal. ...Sea Fever
The Deaf Institute, Manchester
Saturday 20 December 2025
Sea Fever - a five piece collective from Manchester. Fronted by Iwan Gronow (Haven, Johnny Marr) on vocals and guitars, alongside singer Bethany Cassidy (Section 25), New Order's Tom Chapman and Phil Cunningham - with Tom on bass, guitars, ...Absolutely Britney Bottomless Brunch
Area, Manchester
Saturday 20 December 2025
Drag queens, brunch, bottomless cocktails, and all the Britney hits you can handle? Look no further for a pop-tastic brunch party that was born to make you happy! This Britney special features the UK's number 1 Britney impersonator, sound-a...East 17
St Mary's Chambers, Rossendale
Saturday 20 December 2025
Iconic boy band East 17 were formed in 1991 and have undergone multiple line-up changes with Terry Coldwell remaining the only constant member. The group has achieved eighteen top-20 singles and four top-10 albums, and they were one of t...Guns N' Yorkshire Roses - Tribute to Guns N' Roses
The Sound Lounge Darwen, Blackburn
Saturday 20 December 2025
Hailing from God's own county, Yorkshire, England, Guns N' Yorkshire Roses are an authentic tribute to the band Guns N' Roses, focusing on the classic era from 1987-1993. Featuring veteran members of the Yorkshire music scene, the band have...Christmas Shutdown
Gorilla, Manchester
Saturday 20 December 2025
The Festive Season Starts Here With Djs From Manchester To London Bringing You The Very Best In Funky House - Tech House & Soulful House.......
The Bug Club - Christmas Special
Yes, Manchester
Saturday 20 December 2025
Now Wave presents The Bug Club - Christmas Special at YES Pink Room on 20th December 2025...Snug Live Sessions w/ Sia Raw + The Unspeakable
The Snug Coffee House, Manchester
Saturday 20 December 2025
Sia Raw return This time as the headliner Expect an evening of powerful, energetic performances as Sia Raw take centre stage....GrooveThing Christmas Cabaret Special
The Brickhouse, St Helens
Saturday 20 December 2025
GrooveThing are back with a fully across the board set list to suit this Christmas Special SOUL SUNK DISCO 80's & Pop...Rusty Strings and the Boneshakers Christmas Party
Holcombe Brook Sports Club, Bolton
Saturday 20 December 2025
Rusty Strings and the Boneshakers Christmas Party. Special guests include James Foxcroft Guitarist/VocalistSteven P Taylor Poetry...Candlelight - Christmas Classics
Concorde Conference Centre, Manchester
Sunday 21 December 2025
Discover the music of Christmas classics, festive films, and carols in this awe-inspiring location performed by a string quartet under the gentle glow of candlelight. ...Candlelight - Christmas Movie Soundtracks
Concorde Conference Centre, Manchester
Sunday 21 December 2025
Discover Christmas Movie Soundtracks performed by a string quartet in this awe-inspiring location under the gentle glow of candlelight. ...The Man From Delmonte
O2 Ritz, Manchester
Sunday 21 December 2025
After a 34 year hiatus, 1980s Manchester indie art pop favourites The Man from Delmonte return. Between 1988 and 1991 they shone brightly creating some of the most memorable pop songs of the "Madchester" era. Water in My Eyes, My Love is Li...James B Partridge - The Big Christmas Assembly
Chorley Theatre, Chorley
Sunday 21 December 2025
Get ready for a night packed with festive spirit, singalong tunes, and the nostalgia of Christmases gone by. Known for his vibrant energy and exceptional vocal talent, James brings seasonal favourites and unexpected mashups that will have t...HIGH FADE
Gorilla, Manchester
Sunday 21 December 2025
Discover the electrifying, intoxicating High Fade: the most exciting thing to happen to funk since the '70s. Get your funk on. ...
Dave Hill's Slade
O2 Ritz, Manchester
Monday 22 December 2025
The farewell tour from Dave Hill and the boys end with a Christmas gig at the O2 Ritz in Manchester. Slade's unique blend of pop and rock'n'roll, outrageous flamboyance and pure fun, and no less than 23 Top 20 singles, they have become a fi...
Da Lata + support
Band On The Wall, Manchester
Monday 22 December 2025
Da Lata is the brainchild of Chris Franck (founding member of London-based trip hop band Smoke City) and DJ Patrick Forge....
The Definitive Rat Pack - The Rat Pack at Christmas
The Bridgewater Hall, Manchester
Tuesday 23 December 2025
Featuring Dean Martin's sensational Golddiggers and the internationally-renowned Manhattan Swing Orchestra, with Stephen Triffitt as Frank Sinatra, Mark Adams as Dean Martin, and George Daniel Long as Sammy Davis Jr, The Definitive R...Baked A La Ska - Ska of Wonder Christmas Party
Band On The Wall, Manchester
Tuesday 23 December 2025
Baked A La Ska are the heavy heavy sound of Manchester; an 11 piece band of assembled oddballs and pranksters fronted by an unholy trio of singers and featuring one of the tightest rhythm sections in Manchester with the "chops to make you ...Jonathan Cohen - Christmas Carol Singalong
The Bridgewater Hall, Manchester
Wednesday 24 December 2025
Sing your heart out as irrepressible showman Jonathan Cohen returns to lead you through another fun-filled extravaganza of his most-loved carols and all time Christmas hits with guest singer Louise Dearman. This festive favourite from Raym...The Music of Hans Zimmer vs John Williams
The Bridgewater Hall, Manchester
Saturday 27 December 2025
An epic concert celebrating the very best epic scores from two of the greatest film composers of all time. Includes music from: GladiatorSupermanMan of SteelHarry PotterInceptionJurassic ParkThe Dark Knight RisesPirates of the CaribbeanHook...Daniel Grimwood - Beethoven's Moonlight Sonata
Manchester Cathedral, Manchester
Saturday 27 December 2025
Be seduced by the 'Moonlight' Sonata and other highlights of the piano repertoire as acclaimed British pianist Daniel Grimwood plays Beethoven's luminous sonata. Whether you're looking for a romantic candlelit experience or simply want to e...London Concertante - Viennese Christmas Spectacular
Manchester Cathedral, Manchester
Saturday 27 - Sunday 28 December 2025
Tchaikovsky's elegant Nutcracker Suite leads on from Brahms' serious Hungarian Dance No.5, before Strauss II introduces us to the boundless exuberance of the Polish March in his Trisch-Trasch Polka. In the concert's penultimate work Tchaiko...D.O.D
Depot Mayfield, Manchester
Saturday 27 December 2025
Bury progressive house DJ Daniel O'Donnell debuted at number 96 at the DJ Mag Top 100 DJs list, going on to score Platinum-selling UK Top 20 hits "Somedays" (with Sonny Fodera and Jazzy) and "So Much in Love". ...Candlelight - A Tribute to Coldplay and Ed Sheeran
Hallé St Peter's, Manchester
Saturday 27 December 2025
Discover the music of Coldplay and Ed Sheeran performed by a string quartet at this awe-inspiring location under the gentle glow of candlelight. ...Stax of Soul & The Soul Review
The Bowdon Rooms, Altrincham
Saturday 27 December 2025
The original. A reputation that needs no introduction. Born in Manchester in 1983, 9-piece 100% live band Stax of Soul feature incredible musicians (including a powerful brass section), meticulously and energetically recreating the very...RUSHED A Tribute To Rush
The Spinning Top, Stockport
Saturday 27 December 2025
3 hours of classic RushEarly 8pm start?10 adv / ?15 on the door subject to availability...Spice Girls Tribute (Spicy Girls)
The Grand Bar, Warrington
Saturday 27 December 2025
Join us for our Spice Girls Tribute brought to you by the amazing Spicy Girls...Superfly
The Brickhouse, St Helens
Saturday 27 December 2025
Superfly are one of our go to in House Cabaret Bands...
London Concertante - Christmas at the Movies by Candlelight
Manchester Cathedral, Manchester
Sunday 28 December 2025
Join London Concertante as they celebrate the festive season through the magical world of Christmas movies. Immerse yourself in snowy adventures, comical catastrophes, true love and the joy of family - relive all of your favourite cinematic...Ewan McVicar
Depot Mayfield, Manchester
Sunday 28 December 2025
Ewan McVicar, the House phenom from Ayr who is all over the airwaves, bringing festivals back to his hometown and winning hearts and minds around the world with his eclectic DJ sets, lives and breathes proper club culture. After a residen...Pil (Public Image LTD)
O2 Ritz, Manchester
Sunday 28 December 2025
After fronting the Sex Pistols, John Lydon formed Public Image Ltd in 1978 and, with a shifting line-up and unique sound, PiL have gone on to become widely regarded as one of the most innovative and influential bands of all time. Their musi...The Gerry Cinna-Man Experience - Tribute to Gerry Cinnamon
Fatbird, Wigan
Sunday 28 December 2025
Gary Digan Aka is the UKs Premier & Definitve Tribute to Gerry Cinnamon. With his Strong Scottish Accent, his infamous live shows are a mixture of up-beat acoustic guitars, soulful harmonica and heartfelt vocals. The anthemic sing along tra...GirlyPop Live 2 Freight Island Manchester
Freight Island, Manchester
Sunday 28 December 2025
GirlyPop Live is coming to Freight Island, Manchester with your favourite Pop icons in one live show brought to you by the best tribute acts...Tony as Robbie
