GIGS IN MANCHESTER
GIGS IN MANCHESTER
Most Popular Gigs in Manchester
What's Love Got To Do With It - A Tribute to Tina Turner
Lowry
Thu 30 Apr 2026 - Thu 21 Jan 2027
Fleetwood Bac - The Fleetwood Mac Tribute Show
Manchester Academy
Fri 20 Mar - Sat 17 Oct 2026
Gorillaz
Co-op Live, Manchester
Friday 20 - Saturday 21 March 2026
Consisting of four animated band members - singer Stuart "2D" Pot, bassist Murdoc Niccals, guitarist Noodle and drummer Russel Hobbs - since their creation in 1998, Blur frontman Damon Albarn and comic book artist Jamie Hewlett's Gor...Mamma Mia!
Palace Theatre, Manchester
Friday 20 - Saturday 21 March 2026
Sophie's quest to discover the father she's never known brings her mother face to face with three men from her distant romantic past on the eve of a wedding they'll never forget. Whatever age you are, you can't help but have the time of you...The Battle
Manchester Opera House, Manchester
Friday 20 - Saturday 21 March 2026
WORLD PREMIERE - PRIOR TO WEST ENDLondon, 1995. Two of the country's biggest bands release singles on the same day, commencing the battle of Britpop. On one side, clean-cut, art-school intellectuals from the South. On the other: raw and una...GIVEON
AO Arena, Manchester
Friday 20 March 2026
With a Rat Pack-style vibe and elevated storytelling woven tightly through his music, Long Beach native and GRAMMY nominated singing sensation Giveon is here to give R&B the re-up it needs. After landing stardom in 2020, thanks to his voc...Kenny Thomas
O2 Apollo, Manchester
Friday 20 March 2026
The multi-platinum selling, twice BRIT Award-nominated London soul singer shot to fame in 1991 with the Top 20 hits Thinking About Your Love, Outstanding, and Best of You. Kenny remains one of the most important and successful UK soul si...Luminiscence
Manchester Cathedral, Manchester
Friday 20 March - Friday 5 June 2026
Arriving in the UK for the first time, after dazzling over 1 Million people in Europe, the incredible immersive projection concert LUMINISCENCE transforms Manchester Cathedral into a fully immersive world of sound, story, and light. Featuri...Sanjith Hegde
Manchester Academy, Manchester
Friday 20 March 2026
Known for his soulful voice and powerful stage presence, Indian playback singer Sanjith Hedge delivers an immersive, emotion-filled live show with unforgettable sing-along moments for music lovers. A high-energy concert experience led predo...Sota
Albert Hall, Manchester
Friday 20 March 2026
Drum and bass DJ and producer Sota (State Of The Art) brings his explosive energy and signature high-velocity sound to town. Known for his rapid-fire mixing style, precision-engineered drops, and an ear for crowd-igniting selections, Sota ...Mr Wilson's Second Liners
HOME, Manchester
Friday 20 March 2026
Manchester's Mr. Wilson's Second Liners brass band bang out 90's dance classics for the local, loyal, diehard ravers. Blowout the old and be the first to hear their new arrangements. Mr. Wilson's Second Liners are revolutionary genre-bash...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...Candlelight - A Tribute to Oasis
St Philip's Church, Salford
Friday 20 March 2026
Discover the music of Manchester legends Oasis performed by violin under the gentle glow of candlelight in this awe-inspiring location. ...Candlelight - Hans Zimmer's Best Works
St Philip's Church, Salford
Friday 20 March 2026
The most awe-inspiring music from one of the greatest film composers of all time brought to you by a string quartet in an intimate candlelight setting. No doubt these tracks will sound familiar, as they give life to iconic films such as ...Fairport Convention
New Century Hall, Manchester
Friday 20 March 2026
Fairport Convention have been entertaining music lovers for over half a century, havingformed in 1967 and goiing on to win a BBC Lifetime Achievement Award, with Radio 2 listeners voting their ground-breaking album Liege & Lief "The Most...Stax of Soul & The Soul Review
Blackburn Empire Theatre, Blackburn
Friday 20 March 2026
The original. A reputation that needs no introduction. Born in Manchester in 1983, 9-piece 100% live band Stax of Soul feature incredible musicians (including a powerful brass section), meticulously and energetically recreating the very...Bill Ryder-Jones (The Coral)
St Mary's In The Marketplace, Stockport
Friday 20 March 2026
The co-founder and lead guitarist with The Coral on the band's first five albums, West Kirby musician Bill Ryder-Jones has enjoyed a solo career since 2011 producing minimal and alternative folk songs, with a musical belief of delayed grati...
POP up! Lowry Edit: Musical Theatre Meets Pop
Lowry, Salford
Friday 20 March 2026
POP up! is a brand-new event series celebrating North West pop music songwriters - from chart-ready bangers to pop musical theatre storytelling. The series kicks off with LOWRY EDIT: MUSICAL THEATRE MEETS POP, a sparkling showcase of origin...St Bede's College 150th Anniversary Concert
The Bridgewater Hall, Manchester
Friday 20 March 2026
A musical celebration of 150 years of St Bede's College, Manchester. Bringing together Bedian stars past and present and a whole school chorus. The school can boast notable alumni like Herman's Hermits singer Peter Noone, Inspiral Carpets k...Fleetwood Bac - The Fleetwood Mac Tribute Show
Manchester Academy, Manchester
Friday 20 March 2026
Fleetwood Bac are the world's first and best Fleetwood Mac Tribute Band, endorsed by Mick Fleetwood himself, the only Mac tribute to authentically replicate the classic 'Rumours' line-up. The show focuses on the 'Rumours' era of the band ...Crystal Lake + Miss May I
Manchester Academy, Manchester
Friday 20 March 2026
A co-headline tour from Japanese metalcore band Crystal Lake and Ohio metalheads Miss May I. ...Callum Beattie
Gorilla, Manchester
Friday 20 March 2026
Pairing heartfelt lyrics with unfiltered honesty, acclaimed Scottish singer-songwriter Callum Beattie continues his song writing journey as he continues to weave passionate stories of the everyday lives of ordinary people. His mix of folk, ...Chimera
Hallé at St Michael's, Manchester
Friday 20 March 2026
A vibrant and energetic Manchester-based ceilidh band who have been putting their own spin on all things folk and taking Manchester by storm since 2018. This five-piece band boasts a line-up of melodeon, violins, cello, trombone, guitar, Ir...The Young'uns
The Stoller Hall, Manchester
Friday 20 March 2026
With heart-on-the-sleeve storytelling, beautiful lyrics, warm harmonies and relentless repartee, Sean Cooney, Michael Hughes and David Eagle (the award-winning stand-up comedian) write and sing folk songs for today. Championing the folk ...Murkage Dave
Yes, Manchester
Friday 20 March 2026
Breaking new ground in both British pop and Black British identity, the east-Londoner who emerged through his own vibrant Murkage Cartel while studying in Manchester, explores socio-political, romantic and introspective themes, and observa...Beatles Complete - Tribute to The Beatles
The Edge, Wigan
Friday 20 March 2026
Direct from the world famous Cavern Club, Liverpool, Beatles Complete present a night of Beatlemania packed with massive hits from the most influential band of all time. This Liverpool based 'beat combo' are the youngest ever Beatles band...Nitzer Ebb
Manchester Academy, Manchester
Friday 20 March 2026
Essex EBM act Nitzer Ebb were inspired by the post-punk scene and specifically acts like Siouxsie and the Banshees, Killing Joke and Bauhaus. Depeche Mode invited them to open for the European leg of their successful Music for the Masses ...Nick Harper
Hallé at St Michael's, Manchester
Friday 20 March 2026
Phantastes inhabits an ethereal realm and explores the parallels of the seminal C19th fantasy novel of the same name by George MacDonald and the beginnings of Nick's own love story from 1982. The album was recorded, and is performed live o...Skinny Lister
Band On The Wall, Manchester
Friday 20 March 2026
Regularly cited as one of the best live bands in the biz, London indie punk folk band, "The Skinnies" have been described by The Independent, in a 5 star review, as "a visceral, deafening experience." Following the release of their rave-re...Holly Clarke
The Met, Bury
Friday 20 March 2026
Holly Clarke, a folk singer from the Lake District who draws from the old ballads and stories, conjures a performance that immediately captivates any listener. As a performer, Holly transports the listener into the heart of ballads, immersi...Live Hip Hop, Afrobeats and RnB + DJs
The Blues Kitchen, Manchester
Friday 20 March - Friday 14 August 2026
DJs and live musicians play old and new school hip hop, afrobeats and RnB goodness from Kendrick Lamar and J Hus to Wizkid and Lauryn Hill. ...
CRUZ - Manchester
The Deaf Institute, Manchester
Friday 20 March 2026
'If you're going to see the emergence of a new great band you'll see them at This Feeling first.' Carl Barat...Jonny Morgan & The Moral Support
The Deaf Institute, Manchester
Friday 20 March 2026
The first headline tour for Jonny Morgan & The Moral Support playing songs from their debut album ' The Hope That Kills You'....Eat Lights Become Lights DFHiFi Psychederek
Carlton Club, Manchester
Friday 20 March 2026
Eat Lights Become Lights DFHiFi Psychederek and Ana K Miller play the Carlton Club 20 March 2026...EBBB
Gullivers, Manchester
Friday 20 March 2026
Now Wave presents EBBB at Gullivers on 20th March 2026...Goremageddon 2026 Preshow
Aatma, Manchester
Friday 20 March 2026
An evening of grind chaos before a day of more grind chaos...Jared Hart
Star and Garter, Manchester
Friday 20 March 2026
UTB Manchester proudly presents... Jared HartJared Hart returns to Manchester this November for a very special show celebrating 10 years of his incredible album 'Past Lives'. Jared will be playing all the songs from that record, plus anythi...
Acoustic Odds Live at Fatbird
Brokenwingclub: Kahula // OCEANLESS // Nico Harmony // VENTR
Kamera At Lloyd And Platt, Manchester
Friday 20 March - Saturday 5 December 2026
Anthemic band Kahula headline an evening supporting grass roots venues at the new 100 cap Kamera Ballroom above the old Lloyds CHORLTON £10 ENTRY...Club 9 Comedy @the bay horse tavern
The Bay Horse Tavern, Manchester
Friday 20 March 2026
Another awesome evening of late night comedy. The last one was packed, do not miss this lineup of some of the best comedians around....Litty Inda City
Revolucion De Cuba Manchester, Manchester
Friday 20 March 2026
Join us at Revolucion de Cuba for the official - LITTY INDA CITY - Special Guests Party. This isn't just a party - it's a cultural moment....Manchester Irish Festival: Jimmy Docherty & Dezi Donnelly
