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
Agnieszka Chylinska
Academy 1
Saturday 3 October 2026
The former vocalist of Polish rock band O.N.A. and current judge on the Polish version of the Got Talent franchise, Mam Talent! heads to the UK with her multi-Platinum Polish chart-topping hits including "Krolowa lez" and "Kiedys do Ciebie...PorkPie
Academy 3
Saturday 3 October 2026
 Scotland's 9 piece Ska Behemoth, a music force of nature that have been tearing up stages the length and breadth of the country. Combining top quality dance along ska standards from The Specials, Bad Manners, Madness, The Beat, etc. with...Bridge City Sinners
Manchester Academy, Manchester
Saturday 3 October 2026
Find tickets and full event details for Bridge City Sinners live in the UK, including venues, performance dates, and accessibility information. Where can I buy tickets for Bridge City Sinners?Tickets for Bridge City Sinners can be purchased...NateWantsToBattle
Academy 3
Sunday 4 October 2026
Nathan Smith, better known as NateWantsToBattle, Nathan Sharp, or Neito Han, is a Korean American singer/songwriter and internet content creator well-known for his music, which includes covers, original songs, Nerdcore, and parodies. He ...
Matilda Mann
Manchester Academy, Manchester
Friday 9 October 2026
 From lyrics pencilled in her diary and playing demos on the kitchen speaker, to writing songs in the mountains of the Peak District and a light-filled apartment in Archway, young West London indie-folk musician Matilda Mann was inspire...Myles Sanko
Academy 3
Friday 9 October 2026
Described by Rolling Stone Magazine as "One of the great talents of vibrant European Soul", British soul and jazz singer Myles Sanko was born in Accra, Ghana. Steeped in both Ghanaian and French heritage, his music embodies a rich tapest...Blaze Bayley (Wolfsbane / Iron Maiden)
Club Academy
Saturday 10 October 2026
Lead singer of Iron Maiden during Bruce Dickinson's absence from 1994 to 1999, heavy metal singer Blaze Bayley was also the lead singer of Wolfsbane from 1984 to 1994 (and currently since 2010).  ...Tyber & Pete (The Dualers)
Manchester Academy, Manchester
Saturday 10 October 2026
Tyber & Pete from The Dualers, the 9 piece ska & reggae band from south east London. The bands unique Jamaican style rhythm & blues sound teamed with their lively vibrant performances has seen them consistently perform to sell-out crowds a...
Nurse Georgie Carroll
Academy 1
Sunday 11 October 2026
As seen on Britain's Got Talent 2023, and winner of 'Best Comedy Show' at the Adelaide Fringe Festival, don't miss Nurse Georgie Carroll - she is just what the doctor ordered. Hospital-grade humour from everyone's favourite Mancunian nurs...Dom Martin
Manchester Academy, Manchester
Sunday 11 October 2026
 Belfast's multi award winning singer songwriter Dom Martin has been crowned UK Blues Acoustic Artist of The Year 2020, 2021 and 2022, and UK Blues Instrumentalist of The Year 2022, 2023, and 2025. His music is a smooth mixture of acous...Ben Ellis
Academy 3
Monday 12 October 2026
Welsh pop singer-songwriter and TikTok star Ben Ellis ismainly known for his acoustic covers of popular songs. ...
Six60
Academy 2
Monday 12 October 2026
SIX60 got their start in Dunedin, New Zealand in 2008. The quintet - made up of lead singer Matiu Walters, guitarists Ji Fraser and Chris Mac, drummer Eli Paewai and sampler Marlon Gerbes - met as students at the University of Otago and had...Warren Zeiders
Academy 1
Wednesday 14 October 2026
Pennsylvania country music singer and songwriter Warren Zeiders found fame posting covers on TikTok before his original songs, including "Ride the Lightning", gained over 500 million views. He signed with Warner Records and re-released "Rid...Kris Barras Band
Academy 2
Wednesday 14 October 2026
The Torquay southern-fried blues rocker returns with his towering call-to-arms anthems. The ex-MMA/cage fighter's bands is one of the most exciting hard-rock acts in the UK with multiple A-list radio hits, sold-out tours, live performances...Myki, Darlene & Nini
Academy 2
Wednesday 14 October 2026
Straight from Season 18 of RuPaul's Drag Race, Myki Meeks, Darlene Mitchell, and Nini Coco bring three powerhouse energies and one unforgettable show. Nini Coco is your high-fashion, high-concept diva, delivering polished looks, theatr...
Jimeoin
Academy 1
Thursday 15 October 2026
 An Irishman from Australia, Jimeoin has carved a name for himself as one of the true masters of live comedy. He's bringing his brilliantly observed, ever-evolving and hilarious comedy to the UK as part of his latest smash hit tour Ballyh...Alpha Wolf
Academy 2
Thursday 15 October 2026
Tasmanian metalcore act Alpha Wolf have collaborated with Ice T and toured with Amity Affliction, The Devil Wears Prada, Beartooth, Parkway Drive, Killswitch Engage, and I Prevail. ...The Wanted 2.0
Club Academy
Friday 16 October 2026
Following their remarkable career with The Wanted, which saw massive hits like Glad You Came, Chasing The Sun, and Heart Vacancy, Max George and Siva Kaneswaran return after the tragic death of Tom Parker as The Wanted 2.0. Promising to...And So I Watch You from Afar + Caspian
Academy 2
Friday 16 October 2026
A co-headline gig from Belfast instrumental rockers And So I Watch You From Afar and American post rock group Delta Sleep. ...John 5
Club Academy
Sunday 18 October 2026
For almost 30 years, John 5 has been one of the most in-demand guitar players on the planet. As well as a guitarist for hire, 5 has shared the stage as axe-man for Rob Zombie, Marilyn Manson and Rob Halford. He has also worked with an impre...
Allie X
Academy 2
Wednesday 21 October 2026
Avant-garde Canadian indie pop singer and visual artist Alexandra Hughes has drawn frequent comparisons to Ellie Goulding and Chvrches for her "soaring pop, borderline theatrical Disney" songs. ...Airbag
Club Academy
Thursday 22 October 2026
For fans of Pink Floyd, Porcupine Tree, Marillion, Astra, and Ozric Tentacles, Argentine hard rock sibling trio Airbag boast magnificent singing and prog atmospheres which compete for the lion's share with dark and captivating guitars, and...
Antony Szmierek
Academy 1
Friday 23 October 2026
Manchester spoken word and indie hip-hop artist Antony Szmierek has a distinctive way of mixing introspective and poetic lyrics with cool nostalgic beats which have seen him compared to Mike Skinner and The Streets. "He is being lauded as o...Textures
Manchester Academy, Manchester
Friday 23 October 2026
Find tickets and full event details for Textures live in the UK, including venues, performance dates, and accessibility information. Where can I buy tickets for Textures?Tickets for Textures can be purchased safely and securely from Eventim...Black Stone Cherry
Academy 1
Saturday 24 October 2026
UK chart-topping proud Kentucky hard rockers, Black Stone Cherry, are back with their urgently-emotive pop-rock hooks; heartfelt, redemptive lyrics; headbanging riffs; powerful dynamics; thunderous drums; and thrilling musicianship. In the...Ten
Academy 3
Saturday 24 October 2026
Mancunian melodic hard rock band Ten were formed in 1994 by frontman Gary Hughes following a prolific solo career. ...Archspire
Academy 2
Tuesday 27 October 2026
Sitting at the apex of technical and extreme death metal, Vancouver, Canada, band Archspire are among the genre's masters. Serving up technical death metal at it's most extreme and intricate. The G-force levels of velocity and dizzying tech...
Runaway Club
Academy 3
Thursday 29 October 2026
Delivering a mental health, discrimination and bullying message, Runaway Club are a diverse powerhouse rock band based in Glastonbury. Genre-bending rock anthems that blend Angel's fierce vocals and electrifying stage presence with Reece's ...Static Dress
Manchester Academy, Manchester
Thursday 29 October 2026
Fresh from supporting Knocked Loose and Terror, the rising UK hardcore act go on tour. ...Bar Stool Preachers
Academy 3
Friday 30 October 2026
Described as having just about everything we should all be looking for in our music. It's edgy, new and above all different... are Brighton's ska-infused, street punk inspired five piece the perfect antidote for all the run of the mill, ind...LA Guns
Academy 2
Saturday 31 October 2026
Hollywood badboys L.A. Guns are back with the most primal and explosive music of their modern era! The Gunners bring back the authentic sounds and style of Hollywood's glam metal heyday with a set that rocks hard with incredibly hooky songs...REM - A Performance by Stipe
Academy 3
Saturday 31 October 2026
The definitive R.E.M. tribute. R.E.M. remain one of the world's most enigmatic bands. With a string of peerless albums; one eye on the underground and one eye on the soaring chorus; it's safe to say we will never see their like again. From...Against The Current
Academy 1
Sunday 1 November 2026
In the past few years, New York rockers ATC have evolved from an upstart band to an unstoppable, hardworking trio ready to take over the world with their debut album of intelligent pop songs, scoring a UK Top 30 album in the process.  ...Yaelokre Manchester Tickets
Jalen Ngonda
Academy 1
Tuesday 3 November 2026
With shades of Marvin Gaye, Liverpool-based US singer Jalen Ngonda is one of the most captivating performers on today's soul scene. His voice, equal parts raw feeling and elegance, exudes confidence and charm. Despite still being in his twe...
The Home Team
XO
Academy 3
Wednesday 4 November 2026
XO are a British girl group consisting of members Summer Askew from Liverpool, Shali Bordoni from Hong Kong, Zoe Miller from Essex, Emmy Statham from Derby and Reanna Sujeewon from London. They were formed by Polydor Records in 2024 after r...Carnifex + Despised Icon + Suffocation
Academy 2
Thursday 5 November 2026
A metal triple header with San Diego deathcore act Carnifex, Canadian deathcore pioneers Despised Icon, and New York technical death metal heads Suffocation. ...
Pygmy Twylyte - The Music of Frank Zappa
Club Academy
Friday 6 November 2026
Navigating the vast Zappa oeuvre then is no mean feat, but Scotland's Pygmy Twylyte have embraced the challenge with gusto. So prolific was Frank Zappa's output, that it is nearly impossible to present a representative sample of his work in...Cody Pennington Country Show
Academy 1
Saturday 7 November 2026
Nashville artist Cody Pennington and his band bring the biggest country hits to the UK with the Cody Pennington Country Show. Don't miss a night of boot scootin' hits from artists like Luke Combs, Morgan Wallen, Dolly Parton, Chris Staplet...Infinity Song
Academy 3
Saturday 7 November 2026
When we say family, there is no marketing or hyperbole attached. These are the sons and daughters of Detroit's esteemed Boyd's. Homeschooled academically and musically by parents who founded the Boys & Girls Choir of Detroit, they have perf...
Puscifer
Academy 1
Sunday 8 November 2026
Tool and A Perfect Circle vocalist Maynard James Keenan's Californian electro rock band first appeared as a fictional band in Episode 1 of American TV series Mr. Show. Originally a solo project - or his "creative subconscious" - the line-...
Currents + Erra
Academy 1
Thursday 12 November 2026
A metalcore co-headline show. Connecticut metalcore band Currents were formed in 2011 by former drummer Jeff Brown, although after numerous line-up changes, since 2018, no original members remain with the band. Described as metalcore and pr...Fink
Academy 2
Thursday 12 November 2026
Described as "a beautiful sound palette of dub, folk, blues, soul, and beat science" by Metro, "John Martyn with added stunning digital traces," by Uncut and "a brooding power reminiscent of a stripped down Nick Cave. A leftfield delight."...MEEK
Academy 3
Thursday 12 November 2026
London alt-pop singer Georgia Meek first gained recognition through independent indie-pop releases, which saw her collaborate with artists including James Hurr, Lumix and Will Clarke, before enjoying a Top 30 hit of her own in February 2026...
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