WHAT'S ON AT THE O2 RITZ, MANCHESTER
What's On at the O2 Ritz, Manchester
O2 Ritz is a Grade II listed building and a live music venue known for its sprung dance floor. It has a capacity of 1500. Built in 1927, it was originally a dance hall before becoming a nightclub in the 60’s. Following varied ownership, in 2015 it was acquired by Live Nation Entertainment as part of the O2 Academy Group.
The O2 Ritz has seen megastars such as The Beatles, R.E.M, Morrissey, Happy Mondays, Adam Ant, and The Smiths premiered there in 1982. It is a multi-use venue space, capable of hosting anything from live music concerts and gigs, to a filming location, weddings, shows, productions, parties, conferences and award ceremonies.
Heaven 17, The Rasmus, The Wonder Stuff, Fall Out Boy, Daft Punk, Kula Shaker, and Thunder From Down Under are just a few events to look forward to. See what's on at O2 Ritz Manchester with Manchester Theatres below and book tickets online.
O2 Ritz is a Grade II listed building and a live music venue known for its sprung dance floor. It has a capacity of 1500. Built in 1927, it was originally a dance hall before becoming a nightclub in the 60’s. Following varied ownership, in 2015 it was acquired by Live Nation Entertainment as part of the O2 Academy Group.
The O2 Ritz has seen megastars such as The Beatles, R.E.M, Morrissey, Happy Mondays, Adam Ant, and The Smiths premiered there in 1982. It is a multi-use venue space, capable of hosting anything from live music concerts and gigs, to a filming location, weddings, shows, productions, parties, conferences and award ceremonies.
Heaven 17, The Rasmus, The Wonder Stuff, Fall Out Boy, Daft Punk, Kula Shaker, and Thunder From Down Under are just a few events to look forward to. See what's on at O2 Ritz Manchester with Manchester Theatres below and book tickets online.
Most Popular Shows and Events at O2 Ritz, Manchester
What's On at the O2 Ritz, Manchester
Cavetown
O2 Ritz, Manchester
Friday 13 March 2026
 Cavetown began life as a YouTube channel from Camebridge teenager Robin Skinner, who attracted a healthy following by covering songs from the likes of Justin Bieber, twenty one pilots and The Libertines on his ukelele and sharing them on...Thrice
O2 Ritz, Manchester
Saturday 14 March 2026
 The influential Californian post-hardcore rockers enjoyed their first commercial success in 2003, when their album "The Artist in the Ambulance" reached no.16 in the USA and spawned the hit "All That's Left". They have gone on to have s...Audrey Hobert
O2 Ritz, Manchester
Sunday 15 March 2026
New York pop singer Audrey Hobert co-write several songs with her childhood best friend Gracie Abrams on her 2024 album The Secret of Us including hit singles "That's So True", "I Love You, I'm Sorry", and "Risk". The former Nickelodeon s...Waterparks
O2 Ritz, Manchester
Wednesday 18 March 2026
 Waterparks are a pop-punk trio from Texas who blend forbearers such as blink 182 and Fall Out Boy with elements of pop, hip-hop and electronica. The Houston, trio continually rewrite the rules for what a band can do in the 21st century. ...Paul Draper (Mansun)
O2 Ritz, Manchester
Wednesday 18 March 2026
 The former frontman and songwriter of Mansun, one of the 90s most forward-thinking and iconic rock'n'roll bands, performs the Chester band's classic hits. Veering through genres, from warped, razored rock'n'roll to glorious widescreen a...Fit For A King
O2 Ritz, Manchester
Thursday 19 March 2026
The Texas metalcore quintet deliver a delicate balance of sharp metallic intensity and soaring melodic energy.  ...Fit For A King - Lonely God EU/UK Tour 2026
O2 Ritz, Manchester
Thursday 19 March 2026
Live Nation Presents Fit For A King Lonely God EU/UK Tour 2026 Plus Special Guests: Memphis May Fire Acres 156/Silence Security - Bag Policy: Large bags including rucksacks are not allowed. There are no facilities to leave large bags or lug...The Feeling
O2 Ritz, Manchester
Friday 20 March 2026
Having reconsidered their identity, taken control of their sound and embraced the Queen-esque theatrical elements of their DNA, chart-topping Ivor Novello award-winning Sussex soft rockers The Feeling return with a whole new perspective. Ex...Danny Brown
O2 Ritz, Manchester
Saturday 21 March 2026
Detroit spitter Danny Brown is a fan favourite for a reason. Few MCs have taken true-blue lyrical ferocity and draped it in a persona as arresting as Danny's. By the time he released breakout album XXX, he was spearheading a movement of ava...Odeal
O2 Ritz, Manchester
Sunday 22 March 2026
Afro R&B sensation Odeal was nominated for Best New International Act at the 2025 BET Awards, being named Billboard's African Rookie of the Year, and earning major recognition from artists like Justin Bieber. Born to Nigerian parents in Ger...Nathan Evans & The Saint PHNX Band
O2 Ritz, Manchester
Tuesday 24 March 2026
Security ? Bag Policy: Large bags including rucksacks are not allowed. There are no facilities to leave large bags or luggage. If you really have to bring a bag ? and it?s preferable you don?t, please make sure it?s small. Only one small ba...October London
O2 Ritz, Manchester
Thursday 26 March 2026
Indiana native (born Jared Samuel Erskine) is foremost a soul-rooted artist whose smooth, heartfelt vocals recall giants of the past - especially Marvin Gaye - October London is a versatile artist who also raps and is equally comfortable w...Boyband in the Buff starring Gareth Gates
O2 Ritz, Manchester
Friday 27 March 2026
Get ready to scream like it's 1999! Boyband in the Buff is the ultimate throwback concert - starring pop heartthrob Gareth Gates and a cast of ripped and ridiculously talented performers. With nothing but harmonies, dance moves, and a whole...Skids
O2 Ritz, Manchester
Saturday 28 March 2026
The legendary Scottish punk band remain as influential as ever, even 45 years on. Championed by John Peel between 1978 and 1980, they scored Top 20 hits with "Into The Valley", "Masquerade", and "Working for the Yankee Dollar" in 1979. Aft...Martin Kemp - Back To The 80s DJ Set
O2 Ritz, Manchester
Friday 3 - Saturday 4 April 2026
The hottest 80s club night is coming to town as actor, TV personality and star of Spandau Ballet Martin Kemp will be spinning the biggest and best hits of that decade for what promises to be a pure 'Gold' night! ...
A Tribute to Jilly's Rockworld
O2 Ritz, Manchester
Saturday 4 April 2026
A celebration of a Manchester institution, the legendary Oxford Road rock club opened in the 1970s - originally known as Fagan's before being renamed Jilly's in 1983 - attracting punks, rockers, goths, metalheads, skaters, moshers and ind...Protoje
O2 Ritz, Manchester
Thursday 9 April 2026
There is an exciting resurgence of conscious, organic music in Jamaica and industry experts and observers agree that Reggae super-star Protoje is playing an important role in what is becoming known as the "Reggae Revival." Leading the milit...Henry Moodie
O2 Ritz, Manchester
Friday 10 April 2026
With over 5 million TikTok followers and 570k Instagram followers, he's the most followed up and coming UK artist on both platforms, Henry Moodie is a talented singer-songwriter who clocked over 20 million views for his debut tack "you we...STAHLZEIT - The Most Spectacular Rammstein Tribute Show
O2 Ritz, Manchester
Saturday 11 April 2026
The Most Spectacular RAMMSTEIN Tribute Show STAHLZEIT 20th Anniversary Tour Security - Bag Policy Large bags including rucksacks are not allowed. There are no facilities to leave large bags or luggage. If you really have to bring a bag - an...Stahlzeit Manchester Tickets
PRESIDENT
O2 Ritz, Manchester
Tuesday 14 April 2026
Despite never having released any music, anonymous masked metal band PRESIDENTÂ first appeared on the line-up of the 2025 Download Festival, confusing fans as no other details were released as to who the band was. Shortly afterward, the ban...The Cheryl & Kitty Show
O2 Ritz, Manchester
Wednesday 15 April 2026
Audiences are invited to step into a dazzling world of glamour and wit at An Evening With Cheryl and Kitty Scott-Claus, a cabaret extravaganza that promises campery, show stopping numbers, laughter. Cheryl The Queen and Kitty Scott Claus em...Peaches
O2 Ritz, Manchester
Friday 17 April 2026
The Teaches of Peaches Anniversary Tour 2022. The legendary feminist icon, musician, producer, artist, and "peerless iconoclast" (Elle) Peaches has always been a political figure, with lyrics famous for their focus on social inequality, bod...Thunder From Down Under
O2 Ritz, Manchester
Saturday 18 April 2026
TEG Europe presents... Thunder From Down Under Security - Bag Policy Large bags including rucksacks are not allowed. There are no facilities to leave large bags or luggage. If you really have to bring a bag - and it's preferable you don't, ...Amber Mark
O2 Ritz, Manchester
Tuesday 21 April 2026
Raised across Europe, Asia, and North America - and now splitting time between New York City and Los Angeles - Amber Mark has woven her deep knowledge of international styles into a stunning musical tapestry, revealing new intricacies with ...Amber Mark Manchester Tickets
Splean
O2 Ritz, Manchester
Friday 24 April 2026
Fishcanfly Presents Splean "No way out," "Orbit without sugar," "Life line," "Romance," "Get out of my head," "My heart" - these and many other undeniable hits will be performed at the concerts as part of the World tour of the band Splean. ...M60
O2 Ritz, Manchester
Saturday 25 April 2026
Indie rock band M60 formed from various towns across Manchester. The four-piece are in the game of creating guitar-led noise with an undeniable Manc twang which takes shape in the form of energetic and anthemic tunes. M60 came onto the scen...
Cooper Alan - To The Pub Tour
O2 Ritz, Manchester
Sunday 26 April 2026
Cooper Alan - To The Pub Tour Plus special guests Security - Bag Policy: Large bags including rucksacks are not allowed. There are no facilities to leave large bags or luggage. If you really have to bring a bag - and it's preferable you don...
Cooper Alan Manchester Tickets
Hamish Hawk
O2 Ritz, Manchester
Thursday 30 April 2026
Rich of voice and even richer of imagination, Edinburgh born indie singer-songwriter Hamish Hawk creates musical pen-portraits as vivid in lyric as they are in melody. He has established himself as a writer of heartfelt, headstrong, unasham...GARY DAVIES Disco for Grown Ups 80s PARTY
O2 Ritz, Manchester
Friday 1 May 2026
Security - Bag Policy: Large bags including rucksacks are not allowed. There are no facilities to leave large bags or luggage. If you really have to bring a bag - and it's preferable you don't, please make sure it's small. Only one small ba...Smash Into Pieces
O2 Ritz, Manchester
Sunday 3 May 2026
Multiple award-winning Swedish rock-export Smash Into Pieces have past half a billion Spotify streams & YouTube views. They have evolved into one of the fastest rising Scandinavian alternative rock bands after making a big breakthrough in t...Sabrina Claudio
O2 Ritz, Manchester
Thursday 7 May 2026
After a series of critically acclaimed projects, sold out headline tours, and billions of streams, Florida R&B star Sabrina Claudio confidently projects sensuality, spirit, and soul beyond barriers in her music. ...Gabrielle Aplin
O2 Ritz, Manchester
Friday 8 May 2026
Security - Bag Policy: Large bags including rucksacks are not allowed. There are no facilities to leave large bags or luggage. If you really have to bring a bag - and it's preferable you don't, please make sure it's small. Only one small ba...The Clone Roses + Definitely Mightbe + The James Experience + Happy Mondaze
O2 Ritz, Manchester
Saturday 9 May 2026
Following their hugely successful 25th Anniversary Tour in 2023 culminating in a 6000+ sellout headline show at Manchester's' Heaton Park, The Clone Roses return, performing all the Madchester anthems we all know and love. The band have pe...The Clone Roses + Definitely Mightbe + The James Experience + Kazabian
O2 Ritz, Manchester
Saturday 9 May 2026
ACADEMY EVENTS & GS PROMOTIONS PRESENT The Clone Roses + Definitely Mightbe + The James Experience + Kazabian Security - Bag Policy: Large bags including rucksacks are not allowed. There are no facilities to leave large bags or luggage. If ...Midnight Til Morning
O2 Ritz, Manchester
Monday 11 May 2026
With a rapidly growing fanbase across the U.S., Australia, and beyond, Midnight Til Morning - Australians Conor Smith and Mason Watts, together with Americans Shane Appell and Zach Newbould - are fast becoming one of 2025's breakout pop act...Erin LeCount
O2 Ritz, Manchester
Tuesday 12 May 2026
Essex singer, songwriter, producer eternal work in progressm, Erin LeCount first rose to prominence after competing in the first series of The Voice Kids in 2017, where she reached the final. Recording in her garden shed, her 2023 single ...Thomas Dolby
O2 Ritz, Manchester
Friday 15 May 2026
London musician, producer, film composer, entrepreneur and teacher Thomas Dolby came to prominence in the 1980s, releasing hit singles including "She Blinded Me with Science" and "Windpower" (1982), "Hyperactive!" (1984), "Close but No Ciga...Chance Pena
O2 Ritz, Manchester
Sunday 17 May 2026
Born and raised in Tyler, Texas, Chance Pena has cultivated a unique style of traditional storytelling infused with modern musical influences. In early 2019, Pena's dream-chaser ballad, "Up, Up & Away" moved into the spotlight thanks to a p...Tinariwen
O2 Ritz, Manchester
Friday 22 May 2026
Tinariwen is a collective of Tuareg musicians from the Sahara region of northern Mali. Considered pioneers of desert blues, the group's guitar-driven style combines traditional Tuareg and African music with Western rock music. ...Kumar FIFTY 50
O2 Ritz, Manchester
Saturday 23 May 2026
A Comic Soul presents Kumar FIFTY 50 Doors open at 7pm. Show starts at 8pm. This show is unreserved seating in the stalls area. Security ? Bag Policy: Large bags including rucksacks are not allowed. There are no facilities to leave large ba...
My Leonard Cohen
O2 Ritz, Manchester
Wednesday 27 May 2026
The layout for this show is unreserved seating on the ground floor in the stalls area, and unreserved standing on the balcony. Please select ticket(s) for the required area. Security - Bag Policy: Large bags including rucksacks are not allo...COBRAH
O2 Ritz, Manchester
Thursday 28 May 2026
Described as the "Lesbian Queen of Sweden's Fetish Scene", Swedish singer Clara Christensen (aka Cobrah) has gone from being a primary school teacher to making electronic pop music influenced by the BDSM scene in Stockholm. ...RNB VS Garage
O2 Ritz, Manchester
Saturday 30 May 2026
RNB vs GARAGE featuring ASH XO + Guests. 5:30pm - 10pm. Last admission 9pm. The Original RNB vs GARAGE Throwback Party for grown-ups! Get ready for pure party vibes as RNB vs GARAGE brings the biggest anthems and top DJs, spinning back-to-b...PROGRESS WRESTLING Wonderbrawl 2
O2 Ritz, Manchester
Sunday 7 June 2026
PROGRESS WRESTLING Wonderbrawl 2 Sunday 7th June 2026 Doors 2pm Show starts 3pm. Please note that the ticket types are for different areas, and it is unreserved within those areas for the ticket type you choose. Security - Bag Policy: Large...Ibrahim Maalouf
O2 Ritz, Manchester
Wednesday 10 June 2026
Grammy Award nominated French-Lebanese trumpeter Ibrahim Maalouf returns with a new and highly innovative musical project, a great adventure that takes us to a world where folklore and modernity become one, a true blend of influences where ...Lloyd
O2 Ritz, Manchester
Thursday 11 June 2026
Born in New Orleans, Louisiana, and raised in Decatur, Georgia, R&B star Lloyd began his musical career as a member of the preteen-boy band N-Toon. He is best known in the UK for the no.3 hit single "Dedication to My Ex (Miss That" (featur...Acid Bath
O2 Ritz, Manchester
Thursday 25 June 2026
Security - Bag Policy: Large bags including rucksacks are not allowed. There are no facilities to leave large bags or luggage. If you really have to bring a bag - and it's preferable you don't, please make sure it's small. Only one small ba...Antarctic Monkeys - The Official Arctic Monkeys Tribute Band
O2 Ritz, Manchester
Saturday 4 July 2026
The Official International Arctic Monkeys Tribute Band formed from a jamming session, and became a phenomenon in their own right, travelling the UK and Europe with numerous tours. The demand is now more than ever. Firmly established on the ...Kevin Morby
O2 Ritz, Manchester
Thursday 9 July 2026
Acclaimed Texas folk rocker Kevin Morby has become a true musical auteur. His singular vision, evocative lyrics, and aptitude for catchy, dense songwriting has placed him firmly among the ranks of modern icons like Bill Callahan, Kurt Vile,...Breaking Benjamin
O2 Ritz, Manchester
Thursday 16 July 2026
Forming in 1998, and led by vocalist and guitarist, Benjamin Burnley, Pennsylvania hard rockers Breaking Benjamin have forged their own path through their angst-fuelled lyrics, crunching guitars and swelling choruses, that has seen them sel...The Amy Winehouse Experience
O2 Ritz, Manchester
Friday 24 July 2026
Fronted by the enigmatic Caroline Lowe with a group of backing musicians, this is the UK's premier tribute to the often misunderstood and sadly missed talent of the late Amy Winehouse. From the creators of Lioness, The Amy Winehouse Experi...Guns 2 Roses + Wrong Jovi + AC/DC Reborn
O2 Ritz, Manchester
Saturday 25 July 2026
Security ? Bag Policy: Large bags including rucksacks are not allowed. There are no facilities to leave large bags or luggage. If you really have to bring a bag ? and it?s preferable you don?t, please make sure it?s small. Only one small ba...The Harry Styles Tribute Show starring Sean Mac
O2 Ritz, Manchester
Thursday 13 August 2026
As featured on Lorraine and various radio shows, Sean Mc is the viral Harry Styles Tribute with all the hits, and One Direction classics. ...Manchester Psych Fest 2026
O2 Ritz, Manchester
Saturday 5 September 2026
Manchester Psych Fest, the UK's leading Psychedelic multi-venue music and arts festival will take place across various city-centre venues. Tickets to be exchanged for wristbands for the festival on the day of the event at the wristband exch...Tony Visconti & Woody Woodmansey's Holy Holy - A Celebration of Bowie
O2 Ritz, Manchester
Saturday 12 September 2026
 Capturing the magic and spirit of David Bowie, his former producer and bassist Tony Visconti, and drummer Woody Woodmansey are joined by Heaven 17's Glenn Gregory, plus all-star band Holy Holy to perform music from Bowie's extensive bac...
How to get to the O2 Ritz, Manchester
O2 Ritz Frequently Asked Questions
Whitworth Street West, Manchester, M1 5NQ
The nearest carparks are on Great Bridgewater Street, Chepstow Street and Chester Street, all within a few hundred metres.
The nearest train station is Manchester Oxford Road which is about 10 metres away and opposite the venue.
The nearest tram stop is Deansgate Castlefield which is about 500 metres away.
The O2 Ritz in Manchester has a standing capacity of around 1500.
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 access at the O2 Ritz in Manchester, you can visit their accessibility page.
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Most Popular Shows and Events at O2 Ritz, Manchester
