Things to do in Manchester- Page 17

Ray O'Leary: I Can See O'Leary Now The Ray Has Gone

When Ray O'Leary was born, winter changed to spring, a new star formed in the heavens and a double rainbow spontaneously appeared.

Fairfield Social Club, Manchester

Lambrini Girls

When Lambrini Girls roared out of the traps at the start of the decade, cultivating a no-nonsense message of rightful anger purpose-built to galvanise the Left…

Manchester Academy, Manchester

King Buffalo

King Buffalo is the trio of vocalist/guitarist Sean McVay, bassist Dan Reynolds, and drummer Scott Donaldson.

Gorilla, 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

The Dubliners Encore

The Dubliners Encore is the official stage show celebrating the greatest folk band of all time.Produced by The Dubliners’ John Sheahan; renowned fiddle player a…

Bridgewater Hall, 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

Movements

Reflecting personal changes from a whirlwind five years, Movements realize the full scope of their storytelling, musicianship, and vision on their second full-l…

O2 Ritz, Manchester

New

My New Band Believe

Oh yeah, Divine Schism welcome My New Band Believe to Oxford for a workshop show.My New Band Believe, led by Cameron Picton, bassist and sometime frontman of bl…

Band on the Wall, Manchester

Everybody's Talking About Jamie

Funny, fabulous and feel-good, this is the musical sensation for all the family and not to be missed!Jamie New is sixteen and lives on a council estate in Sheff…

Palace Theatre, Manchester

Erika Vikman

Finnish pop and schlager singer-songwriter.

Gorilla, 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

Anaiis

Born in Toulouse, France, anaiis moved around often, being raised between Dakar, Dublin, and Oakland.

The Deaf Institute, 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

Stella Lefty

Stella Lefty is a Los Angeles-based singer-songwriter carving out a name with her emotionally sharp songwriting and a sound that seamlessly blends pop sensibili…

O2 Ritz, Manchester

Stella Lefty

Stella Lefty is a Los Angeles-based singer-songwriter carving out a name with her emotionally sharp songwriting and a sound that seamlessly blends pop sensibili…

Gorilla, Manchester

La Roux

La Roux burst onto the scene in 2009 with her Grammy-winning self-titled debut album and era-defining hits “In for the Kill” and “Bulletproof”.

Manchester Academy, Manchester

The Hawkstone Farmers Choir - This Is Home

Following an extraordinary year that has taken them from muddy fields and tractor cabs to one of the biggest stages on British television, The Hawkstone Farmers…

Opera House, 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

Westside Cowboy

Westside Cowboy is a Manchester-based four-piece band known for their raw, lo-fi sound with a blend of country, trad, and early harmony-coated rock 'n' roll.

O2 Victoria Warehouse, Manchester

Elliot Minor + Madina Lake + Red Jumpsuit Apparatus

Twenty years on, three bands from a defining era of alternative rock come together for one huge anniversary tour.

O2 Ritz, 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

Graveyard & Blues Pills

Swedish-American powerhouse Blues Pills have built their reputation as one of the most explosive live acts in modern rock.

Manchester Academy, 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

The Lilacs

Indie pop band The Lilacs.

O2 Victoria Warehouse, Manchester

Disney Princess - The Concert

Your every dream will come true as larger-than-life animation and theatrical effects immerse the audience in pure Disney magic, while these powerhouse talents s…

Opera House, Manchester

Johannes Radebe: Finally Home

Johannes Radebe is back!2026 has been an extraordinary year for JoJo. He has become a British citizen, made his West End debut and started his dream role as pre…

Palace Theatre, Manchester

Louise Redknapp

Celebrating 30 years since the release of her platinum-selling debut solo album Naked, alongside the success of her critically acclaimed Top 10 album Confession…

Royal Northern College Of Music (RNCM), Manchester

Danny Bowes

Thunder frontman and Planet Rock radio presenter Danny Bowes is set to embark on a UK tour which marks a significant return to the stage for Bowes, following hi…

New Century Hall, Manchester

Alexandra Kay

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

Albert Hall, Manchester

Jordan Rakei

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

Albert Hall, 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

Overpass

Ascending Midlands indie outfit overpass began their journey in the midst of national restrictions, releasing their debut single 'One Night Lover' in Autumn 202…

Manchester Academy, Manchester

Sammy Rae & the Friends

Kili Presents by arrangement with The.TeamSammy Rae & The FriendsThe get down continues .Presented by Kili Presents by arrangement with The.Team.This is an 14+…

Albert Hall, Manchester

Meute

When the bass drops and the confetti blows up: MEUTE breaks the code. The Techno Marching Band combines hypnotic driving techno and brass

Manchester Academy, 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

Bec O'Malley

In 2024, Bec O’Malley went on a hike in the Peak District with his friends. He’d taken his acoustic guitar with him and decided to film a quick video of him cov…

Manchester Academy, Manchester

Man/woman/chainsaw

Man/Woman/Chainsaw are Billy Ward (vocals, guitar), Emmie-Mae Avery (vocals,keys/synths), Vera Leppänen (vocals, bass), Clio Starwood (violin), Lola Cherry (dru…

New Century Hall, Manchester

Joshua Burnside

Northern Irish experimental folk songwriter and producer Joshua Burnside is something of a regional anomaly.

Band on the Wall, Manchester

Ian Gillan: Talking Gib’rish Tour

This very special series of live speaking events will allow audiences to hear personal stories from Ian’s remarkable life and career in music.From his childhood…

Royal Northern College Of Music (RNCM), Manchester

Loreen

As the only woman to win the iconic song contest twice, with Euphoria in 2012 and Tattoo in 2023, Loreen has more than two billion streams to her name and knows…

Manchester Academy, Manchester

Loreen

As the only woman to win the iconic song contest twice, with Euphoria in 2012 and Tattoo in 2023, Loreen has more than two billion streams to her name and knows…

O2 Victoria Warehouse, Manchester

Toby Lee

Toby Lee - Winner of the Young Blue Artist of the Year 2023!Toby Lee is an English guitarist from Oxfordshire and has appeared on the television shows Little Bi…

Gorilla, Manchester

Julian Clary: Fully Dilated

Are you ready for some filth? Good!I’m going to be talking about things on this tour that would get me flogged in Dubai.

Opera House, Manchester

Ibibio Sound Machine

West African funky seventies grooves, highlife guitar licks, deep electronica synth beats clash and meld for this supercharged 8-piece band, setting dancefloors…

O2 Ritz, Manchester

Chicago The Musical

“Murder, greed, corruption, exploitation, adultery and treachery… all those things we hold near and dear to our hearts”.

Opera House, Manchester

Lindisfarne

The Oxted Sessions is delighted to welcome legendary 70s folk-rock pioneers Lindisfarne.With a classic five-piece line-up of long-time members, fronted by found…

Royal Northern College Of Music (RNCM), Manchester