WHAT'S ON AT MANCHESTER ACADEMY, MANCHESTER
What's On at Manchester Academy, Manchester
Manchester Academy is four independent venues all (almost) under one roof, located on campus at The University Of Manchester. The venues are Academy 1,2,3 and Club Academy. The original student union building was built in 1957, the Academy in 1990, with Buzzcocks being the first band to play there. Following a refurb, capacity grew to around 2600 for Academy 1, 950 for Academy 2, 450 for Academy 3, and 650 for Club Academy.
Manchester Academy attracts a varied wealth of local and worldwide artists, including Adele, Nirvana, Blur, Oasis, David Bowie, Bruno Mars, Inspiral Carpets, Stevie Wonder and Lady Gaga. It is often referred to as one of the UK’s greenest venues, making substantial steps towards minimising environmental impact and improving sustainability.
Enjoy exciting shows, events, concerts and premieres at these four live music venues. Events to look forward to include Ultimate Ozzy UK, The United Kingdolls, Peter Capaldi, Franz Ferdinand, Sigrid, Aston Merrygold, and Dogma. See what's on at Manchester Academy below and book tickets online.
Manchester Academy is four independent venues all (almost) under one roof, located on campus at The University Of Manchester. The venues are Academy 1,2,3 and Club Academy. The original student union building was built in 1957, the Academy in 1990, with Buzzcocks being the first band to play there. Following a refurb, capacity grew to around 2600 for Academy 1, 950 for Academy 2, 450 for Academy 3, and 650 for Club Academy.
Manchester Academy attracts a varied wealth of local and worldwide artists, including Adele, Nirvana, Blur, Oasis, David Bowie, Bruno Mars, Inspiral Carpets, Stevie Wonder and Lady Gaga. It is often referred to as one of the UK’s greenest venues, making substantial steps towards minimising environmental impact and improving sustainability.
Enjoy exciting shows, events, concerts and premieres at these four live music venues. Events to look forward to include Ultimate Ozzy UK, The United Kingdolls, Peter Capaldi, Franz Ferdinand, Sigrid, Aston Merrygold, and Dogma. See what's on at Manchester Academy below and book tickets online.
Most Popular Shows and Events at Manchester Academy, Manchester
What's On at Manchester Academy, Manchester
Dragged Into Sunlight
Club Academy
Thursday 30 April 2026
Liverpool death metal who wear masks to conceal their true identities. An unholy collaboration of minds producing an aggro, cold and industrial stabbing of aural madness. ...Hypocrisy
Academy 2
Friday 1 May 2026
The Swedish melodic death metal band deliver precise, ferocious musicianship. Commonly inspired by the fusion of the modern and the ancient, Hypocrisy find a way to combine innovative ideas with classic sound in order to deliver something m...Dogma
Club Academy
Friday 1 May 2026
Faithful truth seekers, Dogma tell a powerful musical narrative that delves deep into the human psyche. The all-female South American theatrical heavy metal and hard rock act are known for their provocative, anti-religious, and self-empower...Solence
Academy 3
Friday 1 May 2026
Swedish electro-rock force Solence showcase their fearless approach to modern rock, blending heavy guitars, cinematic electronics and emotionally charged vocals into a sound that is entirely their own. Known for pushing genre boundaries and...Puressence
Academy 1
Saturday 2 May 2026
 Legendary Mancunian rock group Puressence are back, after performing their first live date in over 11 years with a huge hometown show at the Albert Hall in June 2024. James Mudriczki, Kevin Matthews, Lowell Killen, and Anthony Szuminski...Natalie Jane
Academy 2
Saturday 2 May 2026
New Jersey alt-pop star and former American Idol contestant Natalie Janowski has clocked millions of streams and reached no.68 on the UK singles chart in the process with the single "AVA". ...Silver Chamber + Syntara + Rosen Bridge
Academy 3
Saturday 2 May 2026
Featuring some of its finest players from the Royal Northern College of Music in Manchester, Silver Chamber are the intersection of progressive metal and classical chamber music. Through a pioneering blend of guitars, drums, and a classical...Balu Brigada
Academy 2
Sunday 3 May 2026
New Zealand indie rock band Balu Brigada, craft multi-dimensional alternative pop layered with levels of lush live instrumentation, cinematic production, and festival-ready hooks. Led by multi-instrumentalist brothers Henry and Pierre Beas...Fiinka
Club Academy
Sunday 3 May 2026
Ukrainian singer and actress Fiinka s the founder and host of the comedic project Lizhnyk TV on YouTube. Recognized for promoting Hutsul culture through her music, she was a finalist in the Ukrainian national selection for Eurovision 2023...Melanie C
Academy 2
Wednesday 6 May 2026
After the iconic 1996 debut single 'Wannabe' topped the charts in 37 countries, Spice Girls' debut album 'Spice' went on to sell more than 31 million copies worldwide, becoming the best-selling album of all time by a female group. The girls...Stephen Sanchez
Manchester Academy, Manchester
Wednesday 6 May 2026
Nashville-based folk pop troubadour Stephen Sanchez came to fame when his cover of Cage the Elephant's "Cigarette Daydreams" helped him attract over 122,000 on TikTok before he reached no.14 in the UK singles chart in 2021 with the Platinum...Asim Azhar
Manchester Academy, Manchester
Thursday 7 May 2026
The young Pakistani singing sensation is coming to the UK for the first time with his full band. Asim started off with covers of western pop songs on Social Media and from there onwards he has become one of the biggest names in Pakistani po...
Paledusk
Manchester Academy, Manchester
Friday 8 May 2026
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LOLO
Club Academy
Monday 11 May 2026
LOLO, is a Canadian singer-songwriter. Having built an audience via TikTok, she has released two EPs and one album with Hopeless Records. Her sound is influenced by pop-punk and alternative rock ...Lights Manchester Tickets
Rico Ace
Academy 2
Wednesday 13 May 2026
UK rapper Rico Ace mixes fast paced beats with sounds reminiscent of UK grime. He is best known for the single "Phantom" (with EsDeeKid) which reached no.12 on the UK charts in 2025. ...Liam Bailey
Carly Pearce
Academy 1
Thursday 14 May 2026
2018's Radio Disney The Freshest! Country Best New Artist winner and a 2019 ACM Awards New Female Artist of the Year and iHeartRadio Music Awards Best New Country Artist nominee, Kentucky's Carly Pearce continues to be a loyal advocate of C...Florence Road
Academy 2
Thursday 14 May 2026
Florence Road are a four-piece from Wicklow, Ireland. Made up of childhood friends Lily Aron (Vocals), Emma Brandon (Guitar), Ailbhe Barry (Bass) and Hannah Kelly (Drums), the band spent their teens perfecting their craft in Aron's garden ...Clinton Kane - VIP Upgrade
Manchester Academy, Manchester
Thursday 14 May 2026
- Meet & Greet and Individual Photo Opportunity with Clinton Kane - Exclusive Soundcheck Performance with Clinton Kane - One (1) Clinton Kane Merch Gift - One (1) Commemorative VIP Laminate, Signed by Clinton Kane - First Access Merch Shopp...
Karnivool
Academy 2
Friday 15 May 2026
Aussie alternative and progressive metal quintet Karnivool formed in high school in Perth, Western Australia in 1997. The band's earliest incarnation was mainly focused around playing covers of bands that influenced them - from grunge to de...Mechanical Animals - Industrial Goth Freakfest
Academy 3
Friday 15 May 2026
Killing Time Events presents Mechanial Animals, Industrial Goth Freakfast, featuring: Spouky Kids (Marilyn Manson Tribute) + Nin UK (Nine Inch Nails Tribute) +Â Korn Again (Korn Tribute) + Deaftones (Deftones Tribute). ...Karnivool Manchester Tickets
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Sienna Spiro
Academy 1
Saturday 16 May 2026
Growing up Sienna Spiro was influenced by the soulful sounds of Frank Ocean, Etta James, Frank Sinatra and Amy Winehouse. Drawing on these influences Sienna integrates Jazz elements into her music with a considered blend of contemporary pro...The Longest Johns
Club Academy
Saturday 16 May 2026
The Longest Johns are a British folk musical group from Bristol known for performing folk music and sea shanties in the English tradition, and they also compose and record their own music. They gained popularity from their rendition of the ...Leah Kate
Academy 3
Saturday 16 May 2026
Los Angeles pop singer Leah Katefirst charted in the UK Top 30 with the single "10 Things I Hate About You", before supporting Madison Beer's European tour. ...Proud Mary
Academy 3
Saturday 16 May 2026
The English blues rock band from Royton, Oldham, who were discovered by Noel Gallagher, and the first to sign to his Sour Mash label, releasing their debut album "Same Old Blues" in 2001 to critical acclaim. They have toured extensively wit...Pishro + Arta + Koorosh
Academy 2
Sunday 17 May 2026
Persian rap from exiled Iranian hip hop star Reza Pishro, Canadian Arta Mir Hosseini, and Istanbul-living Iranian Istanbul Koorosh. ...Bella Kay
Academy 3
Sunday 17 May 2026
Florida-based Texan indie pop star Bella Kay gained popularity in 2025 with her debut single "The Sick" that went viral and peaked at number 33 on the UK singles chart. Blending intimate bedroom pop with confessional lyrics, reflecting he...
Seafret
Manchester Academy, Manchester
Friday 22 May 2026
Indie folk rock duo Seafret consists of singer Jack Sedman and guitarist Harry Draper, from Bridlington, East Riding of Yorkshire, England. Their debut studio album Tell Me It's Real peaked at No. 59 on the UK Albums Chart. ...Lucia & The Best Boys
Lucia & The Best Boys
Manchester Academy, Manchester
Friday 22 May 2026
Now Wave presents Lucia & The Best Boys at Manchester Academy 2 on 22nd May 2026...Kingfishr
Academy 1
Saturday 23 May 2026
Three unassuming young lads from Ireland have stories to tell, and they know how to tell them well. Meet Kingfishr, the folk-rock band rapidly becoming one of the most talked-about and in-demand acts for 2025. As society frets and fights ov...Dave Formula & Noko (Magazine)
Academy 2
Saturday 23 May 2026
Magazine's Dave Formula (Keys) & Noko (Guitar) present a full set of work-outs culled from the Manchester band's classic back catalogue. Alongside Dave and Noko, stepping into Howard Devoto's, Barry Adamson's and John Doyle's not inconsider...Plini
Club Academy
Saturday 23 May 2026
Described by Steve Vai as "one of the finest, forward thinking, melodic, rhythmically and harmonically deep, evolution of rock/metal instrumental guitarist I have ever heard," Australian guitarist and songwriter Plini Roessler-Holgate was n...
Jamie Hutchinson
Academy 1
Sunday 24 May 2026
Following his record-breaking Waterslide tour, Manchester comic and podcaster Jamie Hutchinson is back with Can My Mate Come He's Sound, a brand-new hour of unfiltered mayhem, questionable logic and emotional chaos held together by takea...
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Elio Mei
Manchester Academy, Manchester
Wednesday 27 May 2026
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