ALTERNATIVE & INDIE MUSIC GIGS IN MANCHESTER
ALTERNATIVE & INDIE MUSIC GIGS IN MANCHESTER
Most Popular Alternative & Indie Music Gigs in Manchester
Ultimate Coldplay - Tribute to Coldplay
The Met
Fri 27 Nov 2026 - Fri 19 Feb 2027
Just Radiohead - A Tribute to Radiohead
Manchester Academy
Sat 20 Jun - Fri 30 Oct 2026
UK Foo Fighters - Foo Fighters Tribute Band
Manchester Academy
Sat 14 Nov 2026 - Sat 27 Feb 2027
Mitski
New Century, Manchester
Friday 15 May 2026
With electronic drum pads pulsating underneath fervent guitar lines, critically beloved Japanese-American indie folk singer-songwriter Mitski has cemented her reputation as an artist capable of using her talent to perform the alchemy tha...The Bug Club
Eagle Inn, Salford
Friday 15 May 2026
"If you ever wondered what Tiny Tim might might have sounded like fronting AC/DC, have a listen. It's 100% fun." - Dusted. The Monmouthshire duo deliver a beefy slab of signature Modern-Lovers-meets-Nuggets garage rock, featuring B-52's ca...Coruja Jones
The Bridgewater Hall, Manchester
Friday 15 May 2026
Manchester-based songsmith Coruja Jones delivers honest folky storytelling and ambient outpourings. Dreamy Indie-folk. Beautiful songs with soaring high notes, combined with intricate, delicate guitar work into cavernous reverbs, which ta...YAANG + Formal Sppeedwear + Autocamper
Yes, Manchester
Friday 15 May 2026
Hot Take is a brand new monthly night from promoters Now Wave, bringing you the freshest new sounds from Manchester. Manchester punk trio YAANG + FORMAL SPPEEDWEAR + AUTOCAMPER....HOT TAKE: The Dead Wells Pinstripe. + Pomona
Yes, Manchester
Friday 15 May 2026
Now Wave presents HOT TAKE: The Dead Wells, Pinstripe. + Pomona...Brokenwingclub: Kahula // OCEANLESS // Nico Harmony // VENTR
Kamera Ballroom, Manchester
Friday 15 May - 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...Snug Live Sessions w/Florentenes
The Snug Coffee House, Manchester
Friday 15 May 2026
Bolton based rock band, Florentenes, return to The Snug for an intimate show to celebrate the release of their upcoming EP, Breaking News...MancUnion live at Fuel Cafe Bar - Manchester
Fuel Cafe Bar, Manchester
Friday 15 May - Friday 24 July 2026
MancUnion live set at Fuel Cafe Bar in Manchester- plus support act TBA...Maunders School Of Popular Music at The Empire Warrington
Empire Warrington, Warrington
Friday 15 May 2026
Maunders School of Popular Music Student Showcase is back - and we're taking over The Empire, Warrington on 15th May....
After All Festival
Band On The Wall, Manchester
Saturday 16 May 2026
After All Festival is back and bigger than ever in 2026! With four stages spanning three venues (Band on the Wall, the Rose and Monkey, and Gullivers), Manchester's premier grassroots music festival once again descends on the city's Norther...Proud Mary
Manchester Academy, Manchester
Saturday 16 May 2026
The English blues rock band from Royton, Oldham, who were discovered by Noel Gallagher, and the first to sign to his Sour Mash label, releasing their debut album "Same Old Blues" in 2001 to critical acclaim. They have toured extensively wit...Factory 251 Fridays
FAC251, Manchester
Saturday 16 May 2026
3 floors of music, all your favs with 899 other party goers. DJs spinning dance & RnB, Indie & Cheese, and Tech, Bass & DnB. ...
MOOD SWINGS: Office Dog Curiosity Shop Of Iyrn
Yes, Manchester
Saturday 16 May 2026
Now Wave presents MOOD SWINGS: Office Dog, Curiosity Shop, Of Iyrn at YES Basement on 16th May 2026....Fleetwood Nickd
The Public Eye - Manchester
Off The Square Manchester, Manchester
Saturday 16 May 2026
'If you're going to see the emergence of a new great band you'll see them at This Feeling first.' Carl Barat...Chance Peña
O2 Ritz, Manchester
Sunday 17 May 2026
Born and raised in Tyler, Texas, Chance Pena has cultivated a unique style of traditional folk storytelling infused with modern musical influences. In early 2019, Pena's dream-chaser ballad, "Up, Up & Away" moved into the spotlight thanks t...Bella Kay
Manchester Academy, Manchester
Sunday 17 May 2026
Florida-based Texan indie pop star Bella Kay gained popularity in 2025 with her debut single "The Sick" that went viral and peaked at number 33 on the UK singles chart. Blending intimate bedroom pop with confessional lyrics, reflecting he...Factory 251 Saturdays
FAC251, Manchester
Sunday 17 May 2026
3 floors of music, all your favs with 899 other party goers. DJs spinning dance & RnB, Indie & Cheese, and Tech, Bass & DnB. ...Northcote
The Peer Hat, Manchester
Sunday 17 May 2026
UTB Manchester proudly presents... NorthcoteNorthcote is the musical project of Canadian singer-songwriter Matt Goud, known for his heartfelt songwriting and dynamic live performances. Since launching in 2008, Northcote has toured internati...Chris Hawkins (BBC 6 Music) Awesome Friends
Sir Chloe
New Century, Manchester
Wednesday 20 May 2026
Vermont indie rocker Dana Foote, better known as Sir Chloe gained widespread popularity when their song "Michelle" went viral on TikTok. ...GLOIN Live at The Castle
The Castle Hotel, Manchester
Wednesday 20 May 2026
Canadian post punk noise group GLOIN hit The Castle on May 20th...Super Furry Animals
O2 Apollo, Manchester
Thursday 21 May 2026
Led by Gruff Rhys, Cardiff quintet Super Furry Animals are a musically eclectic band, incorporating pop, prog, punk, jungle, electronica, techno and death metal. Bursting on to the scene in 1996, SFA's UK Top 20 hit singles include "Northe...Warmduscher
The White Hotel, Manchester
Thursday 21 May 2026
The salaciously groovy and expertly grimey Warmduscher have never taken to the term "supergroup", but it's safe to say that their unique, potent blend of raw musicianship, down 'n' dirty rock riffs and devil-may-care party attitude was birt...James Walsh (Starsailor) & Ben Ottewell (Gomez)
The Met, Bury
Thursday 21 May 2026
Experience an unforgettable night as two of the best voices of the past thirty years unite for a special double bill. James Walsh of Starsailor and Ben Ottewell of Gomez will share the stage for a powerful evening of live music. Don't...Dove Ellis
Gorilla, Manchester
Thursday 21 May 2026
Dove Ellis is a songwriter and performer from the west of Ireland. His writing covers a mixture of styles. ...Bad Dreams Festival
The White Hotel, Manchester
Friday 22 May - Saturday 13 June 2026
Now Wave presents a two all-dayer events at New Century, Manchester taking place on May Bank Holiday weekend. Friday May 24th:Crumb + Babe Rainbow + Ducks LTD + more tba. Monday May 27th:Bodega + Model/Actriz + Maruja + Panic Shack. ...
The Gerry Cinna-Man Experience - Tribute to Gerry Cinnamon
Fatbird, Wigan
Friday 22 May - Friday 24 July 2026
Gary Digan Aka is the UKs Premier & Definitve Tribute to Gerry Cinnamon. With his Strong Scottish Accent, his infamous live shows are a mixture of up-beat acoustic guitars, soulful harmonica and heartfelt vocals. The anthemic sing along tra...Seafret
Manchester Academy, Manchester
Friday 22 May 2026
Indie folk rock duo Seafret consists of singer Jack Sedman and guitarist Harry Draper, from Bridlington, East Riding of Yorkshire, England. Their debut studio album Tell Me It's Real peaked at No. 59 on the UK Albums Chart. ...Viva Morrissey - Tribute to Morrissey and The Smiths
FAC251, Manchester
Friday 22 May 2026
Viva Morrissey are a tribute band formed and based in Manchester, Morrissey's birthplace, and home of The Smiths. The Viva Morrissey live set includes many of The Smiths' classic songs alongside Morrissey's best known and most loved solo ma...Lucia & The Best Boys
Nirvana Freight Island Manchester
