WHAT'S ON AT THE O2 APOLLO, MANCHESTER
What's On at the O2 Apollo, Manchester
The O2 Apollo Manchester is a Grade II concert venue in Manchester with a capacity of 3’500 (2514 standing, 986 seats). It opened in 1938, originally as a cinema and variety hall and began to host music concerts 1960’s. It is one of Manchester premiere concert venues.
The O2 Apollo, formerly known as The Manchester Apollo, covers all music, including rock, pop, jazz, musical theatre, and comedy acts. It’s hosted The Beatles, David Bowie, The Jacksons, U2, Bruce Springsteen, Elton John (Freddie Mercury joined him), Tina Turner, Michael Buble, Michael Ball, Peter Kay, and was featured in the film 24 hour party people.
The art deco designed O2 Apollo Manchester has been central to the music touring circuit for decades and has many exciting shows, events and concerts coming up including Dita Von Teese, Nashville In Concert, Bonnie Tyler, Scouting For Girls, Tori Amos, Cat Burns, James Morrison, Beverley Knight, Anastacia, and Jeff Wayne's Musical version of War Of The World's. See what's on at the O2 Apollo Manchester below and book tickets online.
The O2 Apollo Manchester is a Grade II concert venue in Manchester with a capacity of 3’500 (2514 standing, 986 seats). It opened in 1938, originally as a cinema and variety hall and began to host music concerts 1960’s. It is one of Manchester premiere concert venues.
The O2 Apollo, formerly known as The Manchester Apollo, covers all music, including rock, pop, jazz, musical theatre, and comedy acts. It’s hosted The Beatles, David Bowie, The Jacksons, U2, Bruce Springsteen, Elton John (Freddie Mercury joined him), Tina Turner, Michael Buble, Michael Ball, Peter Kay, and was featured in the film 24 hour party people.
The art deco designed O2 Apollo Manchester has been central to the music touring circuit for decades and has many exciting shows, events and concerts coming up including Dita Von Teese, Nashville In Concert, Bonnie Tyler, Scouting For Girls, Tori Amos, Cat Burns, James Morrison, Beverley Knight, Anastacia, and Jeff Wayne's Musical version of War Of The World's. See what's on at the O2 Apollo Manchester below and book tickets online.
Most Popular Shows and Events at O2 Apollo, Manchester
What's On at the O2 Apollo, Manchester
Brandon Flowers (The Killers)
O2 Apollo, Manchester
Tuesday 20 October 2026
We all know the story, fittingly mythological: a Mormon raised in the seedy glimmer of casinos, destined for rock 'n' roll stardom as lead singer of The Killers. But before that, Flowers was a teenager in small-town Utah, taken with the ne...The Proclaimers
O2 Apollo, Manchester
Friday 23 October 2026
Strikingly individual, twin brothers Craig and Charlie Reid emerged 35 years ago with their debut album This Is The Story and Top 3 single Letter from America. Since then, their enduring appeal across generations has have over the years se...The Witcher in Concert
O2 Apollo, Manchester
Saturday 24 October 2026
Celebrate the 10th anniversary of the critically acclaimed The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt as the open-world RPG's timeless score is brought to life with a live orchestra performance featuring special appearances by Polish folk metal band Perc...Jack Savoretti
O2 Apollo, Manchester
Tuesday 27 - Wednesday 28 October 2026
 Born in the UK as Giovanni Edgar Charles Galletto-Savoretti, the English-Italian solo artist who goes by Jack Savoretti grew up trekking all over the world. After spending much of his childhood in London, his family moved to the Swiss c...LP
O2 Apollo, Manchester
Monday 2 November 2026
LP rose to international fame with 2017's Lost On You. The album's hit title track hit No. 1 in 18 countries and has recently surpassed one billion streams. It was certified Diamond in Mexico and France, 4x Platinum in Italy, Platinum in G...The Jacksons
O2 Apollo, Manchester
Friday 6 November 2026
The Jacksons, a name synonymous with musical excellence and chart-topping hits, are set to grace the stage at Barton Aerodrome for an exclusive live performance. Fans can look forward to hearing all their favourite classics, including "Bla...The Australian Pink Floyd
O2 Apollo, Manchester
Friday 13 November 2026
Since their first ever concert in Adelaide, Australia in 1988 the Australian Pink Floyd Show have performed in over 35 countries worldwide; played at David Gilmour's 50th birthday celebration and were even joined on stage by Rick Wright. T...MUNA
O2 Apollo, Manchester
Saturday 14 November 2026
 Ever since the LA indie pop trio - Katie Gavin, Naomi McPherson and Josette Maskin - began making music together in college, at USC, they'd always embraced pain as a bedrock of longing, a part of growing up, and an inherent factor of ma...Paris Paloma
O2 Apollo, Manchester
Sunday 15 November 2026
Derbyshire-born sensation Paris Paloma delivers evocative storytelling, ethereal vocal, and a hauntingly beautiful fusion of dark folk-pop. Here 2023 feminist anthem, "Labour" reached no.22 in the UK singles chart and, for "The Lord of t...Jamie Hutchinson
O2 Apollo, Manchester
Tuesday 17 November 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 take...Dr. John Cooper Clarke
O2 Apollo, Manchester
Friday 20 - Saturday 21 November 2026
 Literary phenomenon John Cooper Clarke is a British cult hero. Known as the 'Godfather of Punk Poetry' and the original people's poet, John's cultural influence spans literature, music and fashion. From creating some of the most iconic ...Tony Hadley (Spandau Ballet)
O2 Apollo, Manchester
Friday 20 November 2026
 Co-founder and frontman of '80s New Romantic legends Spandau Ballet, Tony Hadley has announced a brand new UK tour for 2025, which will be a spectacular celebration of swing and crooner classics, as well as his own hits reimagined. The ...Squeeze + Billy Bragg
O2 Apollo, Manchester
Monday 23 November 2026
As one of the most traditional pop bands of the new wave, London's Squeeze provided one of the links between classic British guitar pop and post-punk providing the vehicle for the wry, subtle lyric writing of Chris Difford and tradition...Royal Blood
O2 Apollo, Manchester
Friday 27 November 2026
With three UK no.1 albums, millions of sales and an array of international acclaim, melodic West Sussex duo Mike Kerr and Ben Thatcher hit a melting pot of fiery rock riffs and danceable beats that is the result of a lineage that stretches...Bleachers
O2 Apollo, Manchester
Wednesday 2 December 2026
Scoring a UK Top 5 album in March 2024, New Jersey indie pop rockers Bleachers are sonically sad yet joyful, producing music for driving on the highway to, for crying to and for dancing to at weddings. There's something reassuringly toucha...
The Pogues
O2 Apollo, Manchester
Friday 4 December 2026
Following the death of Kent frontman Shane MacGowan in 2023, Celtic punk legends The Pogues return to celebrate their greatest hits. Original members, Mancunian accordian player James Fearnley, Stoke banjoist Jem Finer, and Eastbourne tin ...Shed Seven
O2 Apollo, Manchester
Saturday 5 December 2026
Perpetual underdogs, Shed Seven seldom received critical acceptance, yet the York-formed indie legends were one of the leading lights of Britpop with two gold albums, 15 Top 40 singles and a legion of loyal fans. Their thunderous indie-roc...Simon Brodkin
O2 Apollo, Manchester
Friday 11 December 2026
He's the prankster who showered FIFA president Sepp Blatter with cash, handed Prime Minister Theresa May her P45, and created the smash-hit BBC comedy series Lee Nelson's Well Good Show. A former junior doctor working in the NHS in Manches...Jools Holland & His Rhythm & Blues Orchestra
O2 Apollo, Manchester
Thursday 17 December 2026
Jools Holland and his Rhythm and Blues Orchestra are a rhythm and blues band led by boogie-woogie pianist Jools Holland. Holland formed the band in 1994 and the current 20-piece band consists of piano, organ, drums, female vocals, electr...Ministry of Sound Classical
O2 Apollo, Manchester
Friday 18 December 2026
Following sold out shows in 2023 and 2024, two of London's great music institutions are back together again for one iconic show as Ministry of Sound Classical returns. The greatest dance compilations of all-time hit the stage with your f...Roy Chubby Brown
O2 Apollo, Manchester
Saturday 16 January 2027
Roy Chubby Brown's rude, crude and rip-roaring brand of comedy is world renowned. Performing his own unique style of stand-up since the 190s, Chubby's belly-busting banter has never held back from sharing his outlandish views on news, wom...The United Stand Live with Wayne Rooney & Mark Goldbridge
O2 Apollo, Manchester
Thursday 21 January 2027
Wayne Rooney and Mark Goldbridge bring The Overlap's The United Stand Manchester United podcast live to the stage. ...First Aid Kit
O2 Apollo, Manchester
Saturday 23 January 2027
Blending the bright indie folk vocal harmonies and pastoral, contemplative songwriting inspired by the likes of Fleet Foxes, Leonard Cohen, Emmylou Harris and Simon & Garfunkel, Stockholm sisters Klara and Johanna Soderberg have topped the...First Aid Kit Manchester Tickets
Greg Davies
O2 Apollo, Manchester
Friday 5 - Saturday 6 February 2027
Star of shows such as Taskmaster, The Inbetweeners, The Cleaner, Never Mind The Buzzcocks, Man Down and Cuckoo, comedian Greg Davies is heading back out on tour for the first time in 7 years with his brand-new 2025 stand-up show Full Fat L...Cameron Whitcomb
O2 Apollo, Manchester
Sunday 7 February 2027
Canadian alt-country and folk pop star who has charted charted internationally with the singles "Quitter", "Medusa", "Hundred Mile High", and "Options". ...Kevin Bridges
O2 Apollo, Manchester
Wednesday 10 - Friday 12 February 2027
Kev.I.n is back, and he's Here If You Need Him. Scotland's comedy powerhouse Kevin Bridges returns to the stage in 2026 with a brand-new stand-up show. After shattering box office records with Overdue Catch-Up (2022), Brand New Tour (...Dan and Phil
O2 Apollo, Manchester
Saturday 13 - Thursday 18 February 2027
YouTubers Dan and Phil are back to heal your inner child and take back what the internet took from them. With Hard Launch, they are crash landing in a city near you. In this unhinged and unafraid new era, join Dan and Phil live with their ...Outlander in Concert
O2 Apollo, Manchester
Wednesday 17 February 2027
The officially licensed concert experience celebrating the global phenomenon. Outlander in Concert brings eight seasons of love, legacy, and destiny to life as a live orchestra performs Bear McCreary's score, curated by Matthew B. Rober...Saxon
O2 Apollo, Manchester
Friday 19 February 2027
1979 was a momentous year for British Hard Rock, with the birth of the New Wave Of British Heavy Metal and the subsequent rise of future giants of the genre. After 40 years and 22 studio album releases, Saxon remain as one of those giants ...
Will Young
O2 Apollo, Manchester
Saturday 20 February - Thursday 18 March 2027
British pop royalty Will Young was the winner of the first ever Pop Idol in 2002, with the wide-smiled and bright-eyed Wokingham singer breaking records when his chart-topping double-single Evergreen / Anything Is Possible became the faste...Malcolm Todd
O2 Apollo, Manchester
Sunday 28 February 2027
Los Angeles indie pop star Malcolm Todd first shot to fame in 2023 when his singles "Art House" and "Roommates" went viral on TikTok. His song "Earrings" reached no.13 in the UK in 2026. ...Sienna Spiro
O2 Apollo, Manchester
Monday 1 - Tuesday 2 March 2027
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 pr...Arthur Hill
O2 Apollo, Manchester
Thursday 4 March 2027
 Arthur Hill is a multifaceted talent making waves both in the music industry and the world of TikTok. Hailing from Buckinghamshire, Arthur has seamlessly blended his musical prowess with a flair for comedic content, captivating audience...Editors
O2 Apollo, Manchester
Friday 5 March 2027
The UK album chart-topping electronica-infused Birmingham rockers are famed for their Top 10 hits with "Smokers Outside the Hospital Doors" and "Munich", while "Papillon" and "No Sound But the Wind" topped the charts in Belgium. Permea...FLO
O2 Apollo, Manchester
Wednesday 10 March 2027
 Receiving love from global superstars including Missy Elliot, SZA, Victoria Monet, Kelly Rowland and JoJo, with one tweet stating "the uk girl groups are coming hard," leading to over 4.5M views, 140k likes and 20k retweets, London R&...FLO Manchester Tickets
James Marriott
O2 Apollo, Manchester
Thursday 25 - Friday 26 March 2027
 With influences such as Foals, The Strokes, Two Door Cinema Club, and Sam Fender, Swiss-born, Buckinghamshire-raised multi-disciplinary indie rocker James Marriott originally gained popularity on YouTube, with over 2 million subscribers...Palaye Royale
O2 Apollo, Manchester
Tuesday 30 March 2027
Adrenaline-fueled Canadian-American Rock n' roll siblings Palaye Royale are leading a generation in togetherness through honesty, danger and infectious art-punk that is, in turn, dark, lush, angry, vulnerable, caustic and warm. Palaye Roya...Palaye Royale Manchester Tickets
Bianca Del Rio
O2 Apollo, Manchester
Friday 2 April 2027
Renowned for her snarky frankness, impeccable timing and politically incorrect humor, Bianca was crowned "The queen of all Drag Race queens" (New York Magazine's "Most Powerful Drag Queens in America") and is set to bring a comedy show lik...KALEO
O2 Apollo, Manchester
Tuesday 6 April 2027
 Known for the way they gorgeously blend folk, country, rock and blues, the five-piece KALEO have become one of Iceland's most successful music exports. They released their debut eponymous album in 2013 and followed it with A/B in 201...Brandi Carlile
O2 Apollo, Manchester
Friday 9 - Saturday 10 April 2027
Known as one of music's most respected voices, Brandi Carlile is an 11 times Grammy Award, 2 time EMMY-winning singer/songwriter, and a #1 New York Times Bestselling author. Throughout her acclaimed career, the Washington State country a...Ed Gamble
O2 Apollo, Manchester
Saturday 29 May 2027
Everyone's annoying cousin, Ed Gamble, is going back on tour in 2027 across the UK & Ireland with some more of his stand-up grot. So come and see the self-appointed Crown Prince of Visualised Companion Podcasts harrumph about the stage. Co...Denouement - An Improvised Mystery
O2 Apollo, Manchester
Sunday 6 June 2027
British comedian, writer and actor Siobhan Thompson is bringing her murder mystery improv show Denouement to the UK for the very first time. Created through improvisation, each performance sees the cast construct a new murder mystery live ...
Roger Waters Presents Legacy - A Pink Floyd Show
O2 Apollo, Manchester
Wednesday 16 June 2027
Roger Waters presents an all-new live production, created under his direction and performed by his son's band, Harry Waters, longtime touring musician, pianist, and composer. LEGACY brings a world-class 10-piece band to the stage performin...LuAnna
O2 Apollo, Manchester
Friday 18 June 2027
 LuAnna Podcast pals Luisa Zissman and Anna Williamson, along with their trusty Producer Imo, are dusting off their granny knickers once again to tour with their hugely popular podcast stage show, LuAnnaland. Trusty LuFanians who may ha...Gregory Porter
O2 Apollo, Manchester
Saturday 26 June 2027
Gregory Porter, international best selling artist and two time Grammy Award-winning jazz/soul singing sensation, is honoured to announce a thirteen date UK tour. With his irresitable warm baritone vocals, Porter continues to perform to...Passenger
O2 Apollo, Manchester
Wednesday 15 September 2027
Passenger, aka Mike Rosenberg, is a multi-award winning, platinum-selling singer-songwriter from Brighton, England. A classic journeyman musician, cut from the same mould as Van Morrison, Neil Young and John Prine, Passenger has the unique...Hannah Fry
O2 Apollo, Manchester
Thursday 21 - Friday 22 October 2027
Come join Professor Hannah Fry as she brings her signature sass, wit, and warmth to a thought-provoking show that will help bring complex ideas to life - and hopefully make you see the world a little differently. On top of her upcoming app...William Shakespeare's Romeo + Juliet Film in Concert
O2 Apollo, Manchester
Saturday 23 October 2027
Celebrate the 30th anniversary of Baz Luhrmann's iconic 1996 film with William Shakespeare's Romeo + Juliet Film in Concert, a live cinematic concert experience featuring a big-screen presentation of the film, elevated with live music, a...How to get to the O2 Apollo, Manchester
O2 Apollo Frequently Asked Questions
Stockport Road, Manchester, M12 6AP
There are two official car parks adjacent to the venue, one on Apsley Grove Road and the other, just off Hyde Road. Both are cash only.
The nearest train station is Manchester Piccadilly, just under a mile away.
The nearest tram stop is also Piccadilly.
The O2 Apollo has a capcity of 3500.
For seated events, it is approximately 2693.
If you've lost your ticket, contact your ticket seller and they'll be able to help.
The box office will only open on show days before the event begins, giving you time to collect your tickets.
Your ticket should state the time the doors open but most likely will not state the finish time as these are subject to change.
As a guide, the venues curfew is 11pm.
For more information on accessibility at the O2 Apollo, you can visit their accessibility page.
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If you've lost an item during your visit to the O2 Apollo, you can visit their contact us and scroll down to their lost property section to get in touch.
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Manchester is full of great bars and pubs and some decent ones close to the venue. Check out our Manchester Bar site here!
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Most Popular Shows and Events at O2 Apollo, Manchester
