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
The Down For The Count Swing Orchestra - Swing into Christmas
The Stoller Hall, Manchester
Saturday 5 December 2026
Kick off the festive season in style with the sensational Down for the Count Swing Orchestra, as they return for their much-loved annual show, Swing Into Christmas! This is a Christmas celebration like no other - the unique 30-piece big...Nearly Dan - The Spirit & Sound Of Steely Dan
The Citadel Theatre, St Helens
Saturday 5 December 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...The Pogue Traders - Tribute to The Pogues
Warrington Irish Club, Warrington
Saturday 5 December 2026
The finest Pogues homage imaginable, with every note, inflection, reel and run served up with passion, love and credibility. Wonderful stuff, and not so much a tribute as a continuation of that remarkable band's incredible music. Since S...Guns N' Yorkshire Roses - Tribute to Guns N' Roses
The Sound Lounge Darwen, Blackburn
Saturday 5 December 2026
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 hav...Oaces - Oasis Tribute Act
Clockface Miners Welfare Club, Warrington
Saturday 5 December 2026
A tribute to the boys from Manchester ...
Kuntford and Sons
Satans Hollow, Manchester
Saturday 5 December 2026
Kuntford and Sons hit the road for the first time this December for 8 special seasonal gigs, presenting a set of Kunt and the Gang's dark comedy synthpop songs stripped right back to their filthy bones and built back up again. Not for the ...BALDY HOLLY BAND - Warrington Irish Club -Sat 25th July
Warrington Irish Club, Warrington
Saturday 5 December 2026
The Baldy Holly Band return to Warrington Irish Club for what will no doubt be a great show...HOT TAKE: People Person Little Grandad + Zdenka
Yes, Manchester
Saturday 5 December 2026
Now Wave presents HOT TAKE: People Person, Little Grandad + Zdenka...Seattle Thrift Store - a live tribute to Grunge
FAC251, Manchester
Saturday 5 December 2026
Seattle Thrift Store are a tribute to the Grunge scene coming out of the Pacific Northwest in the early 90's....
Snug Live Sessions w/The Chris Bridgett Band
The Snug Coffee House, Manchester
Saturday 5 December 2026
The Chris Bridgett Band are heading to The Snug on Saturday 5th December 2026 for a night of live music in Atherton....The Fairway - Manchester
Off The Square, Manchester
Saturday 5 December 2026
'If you're going to see the emergence of a new great band you'll see them at This Feeling first.' Carl Barat...We Three Kings This House We Built Shape of Water & more
The Bread Shed, Manchester
Saturday 5 December 2026
The Bread Shed presents We Three Kings, This House We Built, Shape of Water and a SECRET HEADLINER Classic rock/ blues rock/ prog rock...Deathwish St.Helens Rock Music Club Christmas Special
The Brickhouse, St Helens
Saturday 5 December 2026
We had problems fitting these guys in so now booked for the festive special come support the home boys firm favourites at The Brickhouse Rock Night...Def Leppard Tribute
Eyes of Caelum - Castle Hotel Manchester
The Castle Hotel 66 Oldham St Manchester M4 1le, Manchester
Saturday 5 December 2026
Inspired by the likes of The Stone Roses, Oasis, and DMA's - Indie rock band Eyes of Caelum come to the Castle Hotel in Manchester with support TBA....Joe Gash & His Champions
Holy Diver, Stockport
Saturday 5 December 2026
Joe Gash presents a night of Queen, performing an iconic live show with all the Queen classics....
Manchester Ska Foundation. Live at Empire Rochdale
Empire Rochdale, Rochdale
Saturday 5 December 2026
Manchester Ska Foundation burst out with bright brass, bouncing rhythms and two-tone spirit, turning any room into a full-tilt skank...Shades Of Quo (Status Quo Tribute)
The Spinning Top, Stockport
Saturday 5 December 2026
Status Quo cover band from Barnsley. Playing early Quo from the 70?s and early 80?s. As it?s meant to be - raw and heavy!All the early stuff for maximum rocking8.30pm ?6 adv / ?10 door...The Remi Harris Hot Club Trio
Spring Bank Arts Centre, New Mills
Saturday 5 December 2026
One of the UK?s most exciting guitarists, Remi Harris is joined by double bassist Tom Moore and rhythm guitarist Chris Nesbitt to present an enthralling evening of Gypsy Jazz and Blues. Combining musical virtuosity with passion and flair, ...UB40 featuring Ali Campbell
Co-op Live, Manchester
Sunday 6 December 2026
After walking away from Birmingham reggae legends UB40 after 30 years, in 2008, due to creative differences, original lead singer Ali Campbell formed a new line-up and was shortly to be followed by keyboard player Mickey Virtue and fellow ...Tony Christie
The Bowdon Rooms, Altrincham
Sunday 6 December 2026
The legendary crooner continues to entertain audiences around the world with incredible showmanship, an unmistakable powerful vocal that has captivated generation after generation and a set list that packs a punch. From trademark megahi...The Real Thing
The Blues Kitchen, Manchester
Sunday 6 December 2026
The Real Thing, with original vocalists Chris Amoo and Dave Smith and their live five piece band, will perform A Brand New Day, their first new album of original material in 44 years. Their new soulful single 'Hang On Never Let Go' wil...
The Blackout
Manchester Academy, Manchester
Sunday 6 December 2026
Welsh bruisers The Blackout return. Originally formed in 2003, the post-hardcore band from Merthyr Tydfil deliver non-stop, high-energy, full-monty, balls-to-wall rock anthems, in an explosion of energy and unbridled enjoyment we've all ...Elmiene
Albert Hall, Manchester
Sunday 6 December 2026
Elmiene's voice is undeniable, resurrecting the theatrics and vocal chops of old-school R&B loverboys with the timeless philosophies of our soul titans and filters it through a refreshingly modern production prism of jagged synths, metalli...The Sing Space Musical Theatre Choir - West End by Candlelight
RNCM, Manchester
Sunday 6 December 2026
West End By Candlelight features over 200 voices from the Sing Space Musical Theatre Choir, accompanied by piano and string quartet. The event is in support of the charity Music in Mind (charity number: 1169001). 100% of all donations add...Nemzzz
O2 Ritz, Manchester
Sunday 6 December 2026
Hailing from Gorton, one of Manchester's most deprived areas rapper and singer Nemiah Simms (aka Nemzzz) is determined to stand out through his lyrics and distinct musical sound. Naturally introverted, the avid Manchester United fan is...Pa Sheehy
Yes, Manchester
Sunday 6 December 2026
Out of Phase Presents Pa Sheehy as part of his 'The Magic We Found Tour'....The Muppet Christmas Carol In Concert
The Bridgewater Hall, Manchester
Monday 7 - Thursday 17 December 2026
Back by popular demand, Disney's much loved 1992 musical comedy The Muppet Christmas Carol returns. The beloved festive movie will be brought to life by a talented orchestra performing its musical score live in time with the film. The o...Tori Kelly
Albert Hall, Manchester
Monday 7 December 2026
California pop star Tori Kelly first gained recognition after posting videos on YouTube as a teenager, and made it through to Hollywood week on the ninth season of American Idol in 2010. She picked up two Grammy Awards for her gospel album...Tiffany Day
New Century, Manchester
Monday 7 December 2026
Wichita, Kansas hyperpop singer Tiffany Day Ruan found fame in 2017 when a video of her singing into a well in Italy went viral on Twitter. She released her debut studio album, Lover Tofu Fruit, in 2024. ...David Bowie - You're Not Alone
Aviva Studios, Manchester
Tuesday 8 December 2026 - Sunday 10 January 2027
Be transported into the many worlds of David Bowie. Through iconic performances, rarely-seen interviews and never-before-exhibited material, discover the creative mind, spirit and soul of one of the world's greatest, most visionary artists...Kate Rusby
The Bridgewater Hall, Manchester
Tuesday 8 December 2026
There's nothing quite like Kate Rusby at Christmas. For more than two decades, Kate has enchanted audiences with her sparkling Christmas concerts - nights filled with warmth, wonder, laughter, and that unmistakable Rusby magic. Returning...Ash
Albert Hall, Manchester
Tuesday 8 December 2026
Platinum-selling, chart-topping Downpatrick, Northern Ireland, alternative rockers Ash are best known for their 1995 hit "Girl from Mars", as well as UK Top 10 singles "Goldfinger", "Oh Yeah", "Shining Light", and "A Life Less Ordinary"...Portugal The Man
Manchester Academy, Manchester
Tuesday 8 December 2026
Over the past decade,Portugal. The Man has established themselves as one of rock's most prized possessions and a live phenomenon, with over 1,600 shows under their belts and a storied reputation as festival favourites. Originally heralding...Dominum
O2 Ritz, Manchester
Tuesday 8 December 2026
The hottest rising power metal band in recent years, German Zombie metal sensation DOMINUM take the living on a journey into a world of the undead. The Nuremburg rockers fuses horror-inspired lyrics, bombastic metal, and theatrical perform...
LYR
Hallé St Peter's, Manchester
Tuesday 8 December 2026
LYR (Land Yacht Regatta) is Huddersfield author and current British poet laureate Simon Armitage, Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter Richard Walters and multi-instrumentalist producer Patrick Pearson (a former member of Liu Bei). Describe...The Holiday In Concert - The Film with Live Orchestra
The Bridgewater Hall, Manchester
Wednesday 9 - Friday 11 December 2026
Cherished 2006 Christmas romcom The Holiday is set presented live in concert this festive season. The show will see the film's enchanting score by world renowned, highly celebrated and multiple Academy Award® and Golden Globe® winning c...Barenaked Ladies
Albert Hall, Manchester
Wednesday 9 December 2026
Known for their tremendous hits and incredible live shows, over the course of their remarkable 30 year career, the Canadian rockers have sold over 15 million albums, written multiple top 20 hits including "One Week" (which reached UK no.5 ...Eluveitie
O2 Ritz, Manchester
Wednesday 9 December 2026
Swiss folk metal band Eluveitie (pronounced "el-VAY-tee") come from Winterthur near Zurich, taking their name from graffiti on a vessel from Mantua (c. 300 BC), which has been interpreted as the Etruscan form of the Celtic *(h)elvetios ("t...Colosseum
