Things to do in Manchester- Page 12

Gilla Band

Gilla Band (FKA Girl Band) burst onto the scene in 2015 with their debut album Holding Hands with Jamie, stunning audiences with their furious, confrontational,…

Band on the Wall, Manchester

Candlelight: Valentines Day Special

Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring like never seen before in Aberdeen.

Manchester Cathedral, Manchester

South Arcade

South Arcade's energy fills the room to the point of bursting. This is a band to keep an eye on in the future and one you definitely don’t want to sleep on.

Manchester Academy, Manchester

Candlelight: Valentine's Day Special

Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring like never seen before in Aberdeen.

Manchester Cathedral, Manchester

Julia Jacklin

Originally from the Blue Mountains, Julia Jacklin is a singer/songwriter who'll put a smile on ya dial, but only for a short while.

Albert Hall, Manchester

The Dinosaur That Pooped: A Rock Show!

When Danny and Dino's favourite rock band are playing their last ever concert, they go on a quest to get the last two tickets.

Opera House, Manchester

Danielle Nicole Band

Blues, soul and roots from the band fronted by the former Trampled Under Foot bassist.

Manchester Academy, Manchester

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Saxon

One of old school metal's most fondly regarded combos, Yorkshire lads who's chugging riffs and love of 'Denim and Leather' helped spearhead NWOBHM.

O2 Apollo Manchester, Manchester

Stornoway

Oxford favourites play the hometown finale of their ‘StorNoMore’ tour. Having recorded & toured together for over a decade, the quartet will bring their unique…

New Century Hall, Manchester

Iceage

Playing an expressive, and powerfully physical version of rock, Iceage are a quartet from Denmark who found international renown and a cult of fans while they w…

Band on the Wall, Manchester

Rick Wakeman: The Wizard of Prog

Rick Wakeman: The Wizard of Prog brings his Ultimate Highlights Concert Tour feat The English Rock Ensemble!Classically trained keyboardist extraordinaire who p…

Opera House, Manchester

The Vaselines

The Vaselines were formed in Edinburgh in 1987 by singers/guitarists Eugene Kelly and Frances McKee, soon signing to Pastels frontman Stephen Pastel's newly for…

Gorilla, Manchester

Elder

Two decades into their existence, Elder remain an anomaly in the underground rock scene-a rare band with the ability to absorb and shed influences from a myriad…

Manchester Academy, Manchester

Sienna Spiro

Sienna Spiro is a London-based singer-songwriter known for her viral, soulful, and jazz-tinged pop music.Rising to fame through TikTok, her distinct, powerful a…

O2 Apollo Manchester, Manchester

The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time

The smash-hit National Theatre production of The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time returns to London for a strictly limited season, following an acc…

Opera House, Manchester

The View

The View exploded out of Dundee, a rag-tag teenage mob of guitar-scorching rock 'n' rollers, buoyed by a brace of instantly anthemic tunes.

Albert Hall, Manchester

Sleeping With Sirens

Action! presentsSleeping With Sirens - An Ending In Itself Tour\+ Arm’s Length\+ Like RosesPresented by Kilimanjaro.This is an 14+ event (Under 16s with an adul…

Manchester Academy, Manchester

The Howlers

The Howlers are an indie rock band from London who formed in 2019. Their style is described as "Desert Rock", and their lyrics address working class struggles,…

The Deaf Institute, Manchester

Nouvelle Vague

Bossa Nova = Nouvelle Vague = New Wave. This transliteration was the starting point for Marc Collin and Olivier Libaux’s unique project, which, by appropriating…

Band on the Wall, Manchester

The Dead South

Saskatchewan is how it sounds: A province in the prairies of Canada. Double the size of Germany, but with less than one million residents.

Aviva Studios, Manchester

Nathan Carter

Nathan Carter is a talented singer hailing from Liverpool, currently residing in Ireland.

Aviva Studios, Manchester

The Sad Summer Tour

Following the release of his debut album Sad Summer, Ben brings the record to life on stage for his biggest run of shows yet.

O2 Victoria Warehouse, Manchester

TX2

DHP presents Tx2.This is an 14+ event

Manchester Academy, Manchester

Ezra Collective

Before the pandemic struck, Ezra Collective were on fire. A world tour awaited them following years of hard graft, the critically acclaimed release of their 201…

Aviva Studios, Manchester

Pokey Lafarge

For two decades, Pokey LaFarge has walked his own effortlessly cool road as an exceptionally iconoclastic troubadour - forthright, genuine, and markedly keen to…

Band on the Wall, Manchester

Erika Vikman

Finnish pop and schlager singer-songwriter.

Gorilla, Manchester

Turnover

Turnover is an American rock band from Virginia Beach, Virginia. Change is authentic and true to Turnover as a band and as individuals.

New Century Hall, Manchester

Tubular Bells Live in Concert

Celebrating the brilliance of these iconic and seminal musical piecesOver the past few years Tubular Bells I, II & III in concert has become the ultimate live c…

Bridgewater Hall, Manchester

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Martin Stephenson & The Daintees

Martin Stephenson & The Daintees is a folk-rock band known for their rich storytelling, catchy hooks, and authentic sound.

The Blues Kitchen, Manchester

Kim Wilde

Kim Wilde burst onto the music scene in 1981 with the classic Kids In America, a worldwide hit.

Bridgewater Hall, Manchester

Miloš Karadaglić

The exceptional classical guitarist Miloš Karadaglić will return with one of the UK’s top chamber orchestras.

Royal Northern College Of Music (RNCM), Manchester

Pretty Woman: The Musical

One of Hollywood’s most beloved romantic stories of all time is now coming to the West End!

Palace Theatre, Manchester

Henge

Extra-terrestrial joy-mongers Henge have been delighting audiences in the UK and Europe since they landed on Planet Earth.

New Century Hall, Manchester

Sophie McCartney

After a phenomenal debut tour, award-winning comedian Sophie McCartney is back!A new decade beckons and she Does Not Believe It!

Albert Hall, Manchester

Kaleo

Icelandic indie, folk and blues outfit.

O2 Apollo Manchester, Manchester

Alexandra Kay

Alexandra Kay kindles a profound connection with listeners through her heartfelt melodies, evocative storytelling, and beautifully captivating voice.

Albert Hall, Manchester

Alan Carr: Have I Said Too Much?

Alan Carr’s back on tour and his lips are unsealed!With a big mouth and a talent for oversharing, Alan’s ready to dish some drama.

Opera House, Manchester

Stop Making Sense - Live

On 19th October 1984 Talking Heads and Jonathan Demme released the greatest concert movie of all time.The band of 10 members will play all of the Talking Heads…

Aviva Studios, Manchester

Jordan Rakei

The ever-ambitious singer, songwriter and producer Jordan Rakei is on an absolute roll. He's killing it.

Albert Hall, Manchester

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Stop Making Sense Live

Kilimanjaro Live & SJM presents:Stop making sense livePresented by Kilimanjaro and SJM.Standing - 16+ Only Seated - Suitable for 8+.

Aviva Studios, Manchester

Hindley Street Country Club

Hailed as the greatest cover band in the world, Australian collective Hindley Street Country Club are heading across the UK in autumn!

Bridgewater Hall, Manchester

Sofie Hagen: Will I Ever Have Sex Again?

Edinburgh comedy award winner Sofie Hagen presents; Fat Jokes. A show bursting with big jokes and fat punchlines.

Contact, Manchester

Goat

Formidable psychic warriors, channelers of the mystic and proponents of a spiritual quest that transcends this realm, Goat remain a band shrouded in mystery.

O2 Victoria Warehouse, Manchester

Yes

Yes, one of the most innovative of all prog-rock bands, and true legends of the genre, have announced a 8-date UK tour.The show will comprise two sets by the ba…

Bridgewater Hall, Manchester

Extc

With hits including Making Plans for Nigel, Senses Working Overtime and Sgt Rock (Is Going to Help Me), XTC was one of the UK’s most exciting and influential ba…

Band on the Wall, Manchester

Al Murray: All You Need Is Guv

Hey cool cats! Hot on the heels of a sell-out 138 date tour of these green and groovy isles, The Guv will be back, baby, with a brand-new stand-up show for 2026…

Opera House, Manchester

Kings of Convenience

Kings of Convenience is a Norwegian indie folk-pop duo from Bergen, formed in the late 1990s by schoolmates Eirik Glambek Bøe and Erlend Øye.

Albert Hall, Manchester

Fairport Convention

Fairport Convention have been entertaining music lovers for over half a century, having formed in 1967.

New Century Hall, Manchester