WHAT'S ON AT BAND ON THE WALL, MANCHESTER
What's On at Band On The Wall, Manchester
Band On The Wall is a showcase venue for some of the best live music events in the world, celebrating the diverse musical wealth of all cultures and communities. Owned by Inner City Music, an impressive renovation in 2022 saw its capacity increase to 520.
Great live music, producing national tours and international artists are a staple for Band On The Wall, with a reputation for bringing outstanding jazz, blues, folk and international music to the heart of Manchester. They also provide a platform for local artists to make music and to educate themselves via accessible digital content.
Band on the Wall has always been a place to be, and in the 1970’s even hosted the likes of Buzzcocks, The Fall and Joy Division during the punk scene. This multi award winning venue has plenty of shows, events, and productions to look forward to including Talisk, The Jazz Room, Chesney Hawkes, and Soft Machine. Band On The Wall will be hosting the Manchester Folk Festival in March 2026. See what's on at Band On The Wall Manchester below and book tickets online.
Band On The Wall is a showcase venue for some of the best live music events in the world, celebrating the diverse musical wealth of all cultures and communities. Owned by Inner City Music, an impressive renovation in 2022 saw its capacity increase to 520.
Great live music, producing national tours and international artists are a staple for Band On The Wall, with a reputation for bringing outstanding jazz, blues, folk and international music to the heart of Manchester. They also provide a platform for local artists to make music and to educate themselves via accessible digital content.
Band on the Wall has always been a place to be, and in the 1970’s even hosted the likes of Buzzcocks, The Fall and Joy Division during the punk scene. This multi award winning venue has plenty of shows, events, and productions to look forward to including Talisk, The Jazz Room, Chesney Hawkes, and Soft Machine. Band On The Wall will be hosting the Manchester Folk Festival in March 2026. See what's on at Band On The Wall Manchester below and book tickets online.
Most Popular Shows and Events at Band On The Wall, Manchester
What's On at Band On The Wall, Manchester
Sam Esse
The Copper Bar
Wednesday 14 January 2026
Blending soulful ballads, explosive funk, guitar-led rock and jazz, Manchester musician Sam Esse brings an eclectic discography to life, with a stellar band to tell the story. Join him for a night of groove and catharsis. ...The Jazz Room: Tribute to Soul
Band On The Wall, Manchester
Thursday 15 January - Thursday 5 March 2026
? The Jazz Room is hosting a night of soul music! With live musicians, stellar vocalists, and a feel-good vibe from start to finish, this is the night out you?ve been waiting for. Get your tickets for The Jazz Room: Tribute to Soul in Manch...Ibibio Sound Machine
Band On The Wall, Manchester
Saturday 17 January 2026
Fronted by Nigerian singer Eno Williams, Ibibio Sound Machine is a clash of African and electronic elements inspired in equal measure by the golden era of West-African funk and disco and modern post-punk and electro. Ibibio Sound Machine we...Third Kulture
The Copper Bar
Thursday 22 January 2026
Third Kulture are a hybrid rock-rap band formed in Manchester. The dynamic trio are loud and unapologetically themselves, embodying the essence of diversity, innovation, and cultural fusion. Third Kulture's unique sound draws from all corne...Weetwood Mac - A Tribute to Fleetwood Mac
Band On The Wall, Manchester
Friday 23 January 2026
Leeds-based Weetwood Mac are rapidly making a name for themselves as one of the UK's most authentic Fleetwood Mac tribute bands. Comprising of ex-members of Ellen & The Escapades (James Warrender/Ellen Smith/Chris Quick), Wayword Sons guit...
The Jazz Room: A Journey to the Heart of New Orleans
Band On The Wall, Manchester
Thursday 29 January - Thursday 18 June 2026
? Come on down to The Jazz Room in Manchester! With a mix of carefully chosen classics and spontaneous improvisation, this feel-good live music performance takes you on a journey to the roots of this revolutionary genre. Get your tickets no...The Specials Ltd - Tribute to 2Tone Legends The Specials
Band On The Wall, Manchester
Friday 30 January 2026
Celebrating the 45th anniversary of the The Specials' classic #1 single 'Ghost Town' with a live set from The Specials Ltd., the world's most authentic and original tribute to 2-Tone Records Legends, The Specials. When the original line up ...London Calling - The Clash Tribute
Band on the Wall
Saturday 31 January 2026
The look, sound, attitude, belief, aggression and sincerity is all there. Bringing you 'White man in Hammersmith Palais' - 'Rock The Casbah' - 'White Riot' - 'Lost In The Supermarket' - 'I Fought The Law' - 'Should I Stay Or Should I Go'......The Dream Syndicate
Band on the Wall
Sunday 1 February 2026
When Los Angeles neo-psychedelia rockers Dream Syndicate emerged in the early 80s, frontman Steve Wynn declared that "we're playing music we want to hear because nobody else is doing it" - he added, "I'll comprise on what I eat or where I s...Lauren Jean: Band On The Wall The Copper Bar
Band On The Wall, Manchester
Sunday 1 February - Thursday 5 March 2026
After announcing her next single '21st Century', set to release in January 2026 Join Lauren Jean / her band as she talks about the journey shes faced...The Dream Syndicate present Medicine Show in its entirety
Band On The Wall, Manchester
Sunday 1 February 2026
The Dream Syndicate will perform their visceral 1984 album Medicine Show on tour in the US and Europe beginning in November 2025 and carrying through March of 2026. The tour will sync with a reissue of Medicine Show (now expanded into a 4-C...Martyn Joseph
Band On The Wall, Manchester
Wednesday 4 February 2026
A unique talent driven by passion, social awareness and love for his trade, the jaw dropping guitar player has developed a unique percussive style with a powerful show stopping voice, which has seen him dubbed "The Welsh Springsteen". Take ...Brazilian Carnival: Gustavo Andrade & The Brasukas + Friends
Band On The Wall, Manchester
Friday 13 February 2026
The heartbeat of Brazil arrives in Manchester. On this special night, Band on the Wall transforms into a temple of rhythm, joy, and passion ? a place where the warmth of Rio meets the soul of the city. Let yourself be carried away by the ir...Brazilian Carnival: Gustavo Andrade & The Brasukas + Friends
Thundersmack
Band On The Wall, Manchester
Sunday 15 February 2026
Unleashing a sonic whirlwind straight from the heart of New York City?s vibrant musical landscape, Thundersmack is the brainchild of two extraordinary musicians, Michael Wilbur and Leo P. Fusing the gritty energy of NYC subways with inimita...
The Cavemen
Ben Ottewell & Ian Ball (Gomez)
Band On The Wall, Manchester
Wednesday 18 February 2026
Ben Ottewell and Ian Ball are best known as members of Gomez, the Southport rock act whose debut album, Bring It On, won the Mercury Music Prize in 1998. As Gomez never had a designated frontman, Ottewell, Ball, and Tom Gray all sang, and t...
Whitney
Band On The Wall, Manchester
Sunday 22 February 2026
Chicago indie folk rock duo Julien Ehrlich and Max Kakacek have been described by The Guardian as like "Bon Iver, with elements of folk and country, only given a Chicago soul makeover" with buoyant drum loops, effortless falsetto hooks, and...Nahko Medicine for the People
Band On The Wall, Manchester
Saturday 28 February 2026
FORM Presents NAHKO MEDICINE FOR THE PEOPLE+ Special Guests?Age Restrictions: 10+. Under 16s need to be accompanied by a responsible adult. ID required for 16+.?...Leith Ross
Band On The Wall, Manchester
Wednesday 4 March 2026
Leith Ross is a songwriter, singer, and artist born and raised in a small town outside of Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. They've been a sensitive and overly artistic person since birth and when they started writing songs around the age of 12 it q...Couch
Band On The Wall, Manchester
Friday 6 March 2026
Band on the Wall presents...(a Band on the Wall fundraiser)Couch spent nearly three years writing and recording over FaceTime before ever stepping foot on a stage together. What began as a long-distance experiment between high school and co...
Egyptian Lover
Band On The Wall, Manchester
Friday 6 March 2026
Egyptian Lover is a pioneering hip-hop musician, producer and DJ....Chesney Hawkes
Band On The Wall, Manchester
Friday 13 March 2026
With his era-defining smash hit The One and Only, film star good looks and boy next door charm, Chesney Hawkes was one of the UK's biggest pop stars of the '90s. Three decades on, and now certifiably the kind of bloke you'd love to have a p...Beans on Toast
Band On The Wall, Manchester
Saturday 14 March 2026
The foolhardy cult folk legend and accomplished songwriter offers some hope and light relief from this bizarre world in which we find ourselves, singing simple songs about complicated subjects. Joined by a brand new live band, Beans will be...The Boxer Rebellion
Band on the Wall
Sunday 15 March 2026
London indie rockers The Boxer Rebellion are a rare breed of band. Known for their soaring melodies, deeply emotive songwriting, wide-screen sonics, and world-class live performances, their music will continue to last in the hearts and mind...Imarhan
Band On The Wall, Manchester
Wednesday 18 March 2026
Heralded as the "new wave Of Tuareg music" by Fact Magazine and The Guardian, the Algerian quintet's music is anchored in the meditative Desert Blues tradition which they have since eclipsed, finding bounce and drive by stirring their sound...Manchester Folk Festival - Festival Pass
Band On The Wall, Manchester
Thursday 19 March 2026
 Manchester Folk Festival is an urban multi-venue festival based in Manchester's Northern Quarter. The festival takes place in March and brings together a diverse range of artists who represent the broad definition of contemporary folk mu...
John Bramwell (I Am Kloot)
Band On The Wall, Manchester
Saturday 21 March 2026
The songwriter and frontman of Manchester three-piece, I Am Kloot also possesses an enviable back catalogue as a solo artist - previously known around his hometown as Johnny Dangerously - and continues to work on new material under the guis...
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