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
Seattle's Finest
O2 Ritz, Manchester
Saturday 14 February 2026
Divergent Promotions presents by arrangement with The Hive Live presents?Seattle's Finest Ages 8+ (Under 14s must be accompanied by an adult 18+)?...Seattle's Finest with Nirvana Uk and Brain of J
O2 Ritz, Manchester
Saturday 14 February 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...Counterparts
O2 Ritz, Manchester
Tuesday 17 February 2026
 Counterparts are a Canadian melodic hardcore band who muse on many of the topics vocalist Brendan Murphy has in the past: life's darkness, self-destructive tendencies and the self-flagellation they beget. ...The Paper Kites
O2 Ritz, Manchester
Friday 20 February 2026
Known for their ethereal, moody sound, Australian indie-folk rock outfit The Paper Kites' music has been featured on numerous television shows including Grey's Anatomy, Forever and Reign. The Australian band's melancholic, mid-tempo music ...The Paper Kites Manchester Tickets
Green Lung
O2 Ritz, Manchester
Saturday 21 February 2026
Green Lung are a cult band in every sense of the word. Formed in London in 2017, they brought a folk horror sensibility to occult rock, attracting a fanatical following in their native South London and beyond, and resulting in international...Sylosis
O2 Ritz, Manchester
Saturday 21 February 2026
Reading metal powerhouse Sylosis combine thrash metal with melodic and technical elements, demonstrating an ability to create both aggressive and thoughtful music, earning them recognition and respect among modern metal fans. Fueled by the...Buckcherry + Michael Monroe
O2 Ritz, Manchester
Wednesday 25 February 2026
Buckcherry + Michael Monroe (co-headliners) Support: Rubikon 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 prefera...Sabrina Claudio
O2 Ritz, Manchester
Thursday 26 February 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. ...Sabrina Claudio Manchester Tickets
Sabrina Claudio: Fall In Love With Her - The Tour
O2 Ritz, Manchester
Thursday 26 February 2026
Metropolis Music Presents Sabrina Claudio Sabrina Claudio: Fall In Love With Her - The Tour Plus Special Guests Security - Bag Policy: Large bags including rucksacks are not allowed. There are no facilities to leave large bags or luggage. I...The Covasettes
O2 Ritz, Manchester
Friday 27 February 2026
If you'd asked indie rockers The Covasettes when they first met at uni in Manchester what they'd expect to be doing in 2024, they could never have predicted what was to come. Fast forward to today and the lads have quite the list of achieve...Spangled
O2 Ritz, Manchester
Saturday 28 February 2026
 The genre-spanning Manchester four-piece dance on the fringe between jangly guitars and yesterdays promises, offering an eclectic blend of witty, heartfelt lyrics, lively attitudes and punch the air riffs proving there is still decadence...Samantha Fish
O2 Ritz, Manchester
Wednesday 4 March 2026
The boundary-breaking rising star in the contemporary blues world is a charismatic young singer-guitarist-songwriter who has earned a reputation as a rising guitar hero and powerful live performer, while releasing a series of acclaimed alb...Poppy
O2 Ritz, Manchester
Friday 6 March 2026
The American singer, songwriter, musician, and YouTuber gained viral fame in 2014 by starring in performance art videos as an uncanny valley-like android entity who commented on and satirised internet culture and modern society. Embarking o...
Poppy: Constantly Nowhere Tour
O2 Ritz, Manchester
Friday 6 March 2026
Live Nation Presents Poppy Constantly Nowhere 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 - and it's preferable you do...Keo
O2 Ritz, Manchester
Saturday 7 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...Cavetown
O2 Ritz, Manchester
Friday 13 March 2026
Cavetown began life as a YouTube channel from Oxford 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 online. S...Cavetown - Running With Scissors Tour
O2 Ritz, Manchester
Friday 13 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...Thrice
O2 Ritz, Manchester
Saturday 14 March 2026
The Californian rockers celebrate the 20th anniversary of their third album, "The Artist in the Ambulance", which brought them their first commercial success in 2003, reaching no.16 in the U.S. Billboard charts and spawning the hits "All Th...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...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...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...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...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...
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
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
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...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...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. ...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...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 ...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 ...Colin Edwin and John Wesley's Voyage 35
O2 Ritz, Manchester
Thursday 17 September 2026
Colin Edwin and John Wesley's Voyage 35 + Violeta Vicci 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 y...Voyage 35 - Colin Edwin & John Wesley Manchester Tickets
O2 Ritz, Manchester
Thursday 17 September 2026
Voyage 35 - Colin Edwin & John Wesley at O2 Ritz Manchester...The Tumbling Paddies
O2 Ritz, Manchester
Saturday 14 November 2026
Famous for their hit "The Way I Am", The Tumbling Paddies are one of Ireland's most popular music acts. Their exuberant, energy-filled live shows see them perform a mix of original folk songs and classic Irish hits. Â ...The Tumbling Paddies Manchester Tickets
