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.
Most Popular Shows and Events at Band On The Wall, Manchester
What's On at Band On The Wall, Manchester
Sa-Roc
Band On The Wall, Manchester
Monday 21 December 2026
Sa-Roc is an acclaimed American rapper and poet known for her powerful lyricism, conscious storytelling, and socially charged themes. Hailing from Washington, D.C., she rose to prominence through her work with Rhymesayers Entertainment, ea...Mark Radcliffe & Co
Band on the Wall
Tuesday 22 December 2026
Join BBC Radio's Mark Radcliffe and friends (and foes) for a genial meander through twenty-five years of music by his previous bands: The Family Mahone, Foes and Galleon Blast. The Mahones played their first gig in 1998 since when Mark and...Baked A La Ska - Ska of Wonder Christmas Party
Band on the Wall
Wednesday 23 December 2026
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...Visions of Floyd - The Pink Floyd Cinematic Experience
Band on the Wall
Sunday 27 December 2026
Equinox one man Pink Floyd show is a unique show unlike no other. It's a full multimedia show with cgi animation that interacts with the performer to create a spectacular show that is original to the format. ...Me Gusta Collective: New Year's Eve Special
Events471 - Celebrating The Life of David Bowie
Band On The Wall, Manchester
Friday 8 - Saturday 9 January 2027
Wirral-based Events471 presents a very special evening celebrating the life of David Bowie. 2026 marks the tenth anniversary of David Bowie's passing. We wanted to create something that shows the full breadth of such a extensive and varie...Keywest
Band On The Wall, Manchester
Friday 15 January 2027
Known as Ireland Biggest and most popular independent artist, Keywest are a chart topping street Band from Dublin. Their 1st debut album went triple platinum, their 2nd album went #1 (even knocking Ed Sheeran off the top spot). They have...Lucia & The Best Boys
Band On The Wall, Manchester
Tuesday 19 January 2027
For nearly a decade, Lucia Fairfull has been carving out her place as an artist in the UK indie scene. The culmination of that hard graft and bold vision is music rooted in her Scottish upbringing and shaped by the creative community she h...Josh Rouse
Band on the Wall
Thursday 21 - Friday 29 January 2027
 Known for his introspective folk-pop and worldly perspective, Josh Rouse has built a reputation as a critically acclaimed and perennially reliable singer/songwriter. Born in Nebraska, moved to various cities throughout his childhood and...Weetwood Mac - A Tribute to Fleetwood Mac
Band On The Wall, Manchester
Friday 22 January 2027
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 gui...DEER TICK
Big Mad Andy's Peep Show Quiz
Band on the Wall
Thursday 28 January 2027
Peep Show heads. This one is for you! Liam Noble, AKA Big Mad Andy has stocked up on Breakfast Room Green and is ready to bring you the ultimate quiz on one of Britain's favourite sitcoms, Peep Show! Famed for his emotionally unstable ye...Los Bitchos
Band On The Wall, Manchester
Saturday 30 January 2027
Panthers prowling through a desert. Cowgirls swaggering into a saloon and kicking up dust. Riding shotgun with a Tarantino heroine. Having the fiesta of your lives under a giant pinata with all your friends. Los Bitchos' hallucinatory surf...Los Bitchos & Friends
Los Bitchos & Friends
Band On The Wall, Manchester
Saturday 30 January 2027
Now Wave presents Los Bitchos & Friends at Band on the Wall on 30th January 2027...The Fabulous Thunderbirds
Band On The Wall, Manchester
Monday 1 - Saturday 6 February 2027
AGMP Concerts presents:THE FABULOUS THUNDERBIRDSFor over 30 years, The Fabulous Thunderbirds have been the quintessential American Blues band. The group's distinctive and powerful sound manifested itself into a unique musical hybrid via su...The Fabulous Thunderbirds Tickets
Band On The Wall, Manchester
Monday 1 February 2027
The Fabulous Thunderbirds at Band on the Wall...The Herbaliser Band
Band on the Wall
Tuesday 2 February 2027
Featuring Ollie Teeba on the decks and touring with the original 8 piece live band The Herbaliser return. Way back In January 1995, Ollie Teeba and Jake Wherry AKA The Herbaliser, a sample- based beatmaking duo from Twickenham, South West ...The Raghu Dixit Project
Band on the Wall
Wednesday 3 February 2027
Referred to as one of India's biggest cultural & musical exports, Raghu Dixit's unique style of energetic, mood-lifting music transcends age, genre, and even language. With rich influences coming from his Indian traditions and culture, he ...Bywater Call
Band On The Wall, Manchester
Thursday 4 February 2027
Totonto powerhouse seven-piece Southern soul, roots rock band Bywater Call's music is an exploration of life's highs and lows with vocalist Meghan Parnell described as one of the best female voices in blues and roots today. From intimate...James Taylor Quartet
Band On The Wall, Manchester
Friday 5 February 2027
Funk is a way of life for the James Taylor Quartet, which has been one of the main proponents of funk and acid jazz in Britain for more than a quarter of a century. Since its formation in 1985, the quartet has embodied creativity and surpr...Choir! Choir! Choir!
Band On The Wall, Manchester
Sunday 7 February 2027
Choir!Choir!Choir! return with a brand-new show where the crowd is the star! Daveed Goldman and Nobu Adilman (a.k.a. "DaBu") started Choir! Choir! Choir! as a weekly drop-in singing event in 2011. Equal parts singing, comedy, and community...Caoilfhionn Rose
Band On The Wall, Manchester
Wednesday 10 February 2027
Caoilfhionn Rose (pronounced Keelin), is a singer, songwriter and producer who was born in Manchester, England, with family roots in Northern Ireland and Yorkshire. Emerging from a diverse music scene, she ties together remnants of Manche...Tom Browne & The Brit Funk Association
Band On The Wall, Manchester
Thursday 11 February 2027
AGMP Presents?TOM BROWNE'Funkin' For Jamaica' 2027 Tourwith THE BRIT FUNK ASSOCIATIONLegendary Jazz Funk R&B Tom Browne flies in from the USA to perform with The Brit Funk Association for the 'Funkin' For Jamaica' 2027 Tour."It's Tom's bel...Gilla Band
Band On The Wall, Manchester
Friday 12 February 2027
Formerly known as Girl Band, the unpredictable trailblazing Dublin post-punk rock band have redrawn their own paradigm with a majestic exploration of the infinite possibilities of noise. Like little you've heard before, they deliver a kal...Protomartyr
Band On The Wall, Manchester
Saturday 13 February 2027
Now Wave presents Protomartyr at Band on the Wall on Saturday 13th February 2026...Renegade Brass Band
Band on the Wall
Sunday 14 February 2027
Combining 8 horns with 2 percussionists, scratch DJ and live MC, Renegade Brass Band mix funk, hip-hop and jazz with a raw brass sound and high-energy live show. RBB have already established a big live reputation as a headline act, and hav...Tom Browne & The Brit Funk Association
Band On The Wall, Manchester
Wednesday 17 February 2027
Legendary Jazz Funk R&B Tom Browne flies in from the USA to perform with The Brit Funk Association for the 'Funkin' For Jamaica' 2027 Tour....9 Below Zero + Dr Feelgood
Band On The Wall, Manchester
Friday 19 February 2027
Two of the finest UK Rhythm 'n' Blues bands on one incredible bill. South London's Nine Below Zero toured with The Who and The Kinks between 1980 and 1982 and also appeared on 'The Old Grey Whistle Test', and 'The South Bank Show'. Dr. Fee...9 Below Zero + Dr Feelgood
Band On The Wall, Manchester
Friday 19 February 2027
Two of the finest UK Rhythm 'n' Blues bands on one incredible bill. South London's Nine Below Zero toured with The Who and The Kinks between 1980 and 1982 and also appeared on 'The Old Grey Whistle Test', and 'The South Bank Show'. Dr. Fee...Dr Feelgood
Band on the Wall
Friday 19 February 2027
Dr. Feelgood formed on Canvey Island in Essex in the early 1970's and have enjoyed a string of hit singles in many countries including 'Milk & Alcohol', 'Down at the Doctors', 'Roxette', 'She's a Wind Up' and 'See You Later Alligator'. The...Scientist
Band On The Wall, Manchester
Saturday 20 February 2027
Find tickets and full event details for Scientist live in the UK, including venues, performance dates, and accessibility information. Where can I buy tickets for Scientist?Tickets for Scientist can be purchased safely and securely from Eve...The Jazz Room - A Journey to the Heart of New Orleans
Band On The Wall, Manchester
Sunday 21 February 2027
The Jazz Room is a journey back in time to the birthplace of this iconic genre! This live jazz show promises a night of soul, passion, and rhythm. Grab yourself a cocktail from the bar, and watch talented musicians light up the stage. Enjo...Iceage
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The Last Internationale
Band On The Wall, Manchester
Tuesday 23 February 2027
Indie Folk rockers The Last Internationale was formed on the streets of NYC by singer Delila Paz and guitarist Edgey and have toured with acts such as Robert Plant, Neil Young, The Who, Kings of Leon, Slash, Scott Weiland, Weezer, OneRepu...Voodoo Room - Tribute to Jimi Hendrix, Eric Clapton & Cream
The Copper Bar
Thursday 25 February 2027
Paying tribute to some of the greatest names in rock history, Jimi Hendrix, Eric Clapton and Cream, Voodoo Room are a stunning power-trio featuring some of the UK's finest musicians. Members of the band have played with Massive Attack, Be...The Style Councillors - Tribute to The Style Council
Band on the Wall
Friday 26 February 2027
The Style Councillors are the world's one and only tribute to The Style Council. Formed in 2013 by Darren Fletcher (Paul Weller) and Steve Hayes (Mick Talbot), The Style Councillors have quickly built a loyal fanbase for the group ...China Crisis
Band On The Wall, Manchester
Saturday 27 February 2027
 Eddie Lundon and Gary Daly are the founder members of the synth pop band which started in Kirkby, Merseyside back in 1979. China Crisis found major success in the UK with five Top 40 singles, ten Top 50 singles and three Top 40 albums a...The Whiskey Brothers
Band On The Wall, Manchester
Sunday 28 February 2027
The Whiskey Brothers are a powerhouse folk-rock duo from the heart of Derbyshire, delivering a raw, high-energy sound that's captivating audiences worldwide. Armed with just two acoustic guitars, a kick drum, and their signature vocal harm...BONE MACHINE play the music of TOM WAITS
Anna Erhard
Band On The Wall, Manchester
Friday 5 March 2027
With an eclectic mix of distorted guitars and lo-fi, the Swiss-born, Berlin-based artist sounds like Wet Leg and Fiona Apple had a subdued lovechild. ...Cashh

