Things to do in Manchester- Page 36

Mood Swings: Gossip Queens + Borscht + Xanadu

Now Wave presents Mood SwingsGossip Queens Borscht XanaduPresented by Now WaveThis is an 18+ event

Yes, Manchester

Leenalchi

Leenalchi is an alternative seven-piece band comprised of four vocalists, two bassists, and a drummer.

Band on the Wall, Manchester

Essy Sparrow

Essy Sparrow is a multi-disciplinary artist and songwriter creating gossip-filled, nostalgic indie folk from her coastal studio in Cornwall.Her 2024 debut EP “S…

The Deaf Institute, Manchester

John Robertson

John Robertson is a comedian, streamer, children’s author, improviser, actor, videogame writer, insult comic and manic hurricane man.

The Frog & Bucket, Manchester

Valencia Grace

British-born, transatlantic-raised artist Valencia Grace is redefining pop with a dark, theatrical edge, captivating audiences through her deeply expressive lyr…

Yes, Manchester

The Jury Experience: The Killer AI

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The Stoller Hall, Manchester

Little Quirks

Australian indie-folk and folk-pop band from the Central Coast of New South Wales.

Gullivers, Manchester

Makthaverskan

Makthaverskan are a Swedish post-punk band from Gothenburg, formed in 2008. Led by vocalist Maja Milner, the band combines post-punk with elements of dream pop,…

Yes, Manchester

I See Buildings Fall Like Lightning

Clio Barnard's exhilarating slice-of-life drama about childhood friends who find life in their 30s very different to the ones they dreamed of as teenagers.Patri…

Home, Manchester

New

Jack Wyllie

Portico Quartet co-founder Jack Wyllie presents the first project under his own name and introduces a new band featuring Hinako Omori on keyboards, Milo Fitzpat…

Hallé at St Michael's, Manchester

Jack Wyllie

Portico Quartet co-founder Jack Wyllie presents the first project under his own name and introduces a new band featuring Hinako Omori on keyboards, Milo Fitzpat…

St Michael's, Manchester

Xs Malarkey With Stuart Laws

Hiya! Since 1997 XS Malarkey has been a Manchester comedy institution, with compere Toby Hadoke bringing you the very best comedians at the lowest prices.This w…

53Two, Manchester

McGrath

McGrath at The Castle Hotel, Manchester

The Castle Hotel, Manchester

The Veils

Formed in 2001 in London, alternative and indie rock five-piece The Veils are known (and beloved) for their energetic live performances.

Yes, Manchester

The Rabbitts

The Rabbitts craft music that blurs the lines between folk, alternative, and atmospheric pop.

The Yard, Manchester

Hollow Ship

Hollow Ship - is a four-piece psychedelic rock band from Gothenburg, Sweden, known for their dynamic fusion of early British psych sounds, afro-rock rhythms, an…

The Old Abbey Taphouse, Manchester

Celebrating Joy Division: 50th Anniversary

This December, we celebrate 50 years of the legendary MCR band, Joy Division.From the stark, hypnotic sound of Unknown Pleasures to the anthems that defined a g…

The Blues Kitchen, Manchester

A Postcard From Mortimer UK Tour

Acclaimed Jamaican reggae artist Mortimer returns to the UK for his brand new tour, A Postcard from Mortimer.Known for his unmistakable voice, soulful songwriti…

Band on the Wall, Manchester

George Buckland, Elizabeth Gaskell, and the Reports of the Unitarian Ministry to the Poor

"The peculiar, and in some respects distressing, condition in which we are now placed as a manufacturing people": George Buckland, Elizabeth Gaskell, and the Re…

Cross Street Chapel, Manchester

Jackie Evans

NYC based singer-songwriter, pianist and actor. she plays as a dueling pianist, musical theatre actor and lover of soul.

Band on the Wall, Manchester

Christmas Bitch Singalong

A Basic Bitch Christmas! Ho Ho HOOOO! Grab your favourite festive tipple, join Tom round the piano and get ready to belt out your favourite Christmas hits.

The Edge, Manchester

Atfk + Dirty Freud

Special one-off night featuring two fearless artists experimenting in electronic, jazz and progressive music.★ atfk:This ‘envelope-pushing’ accordion/drums duo…

The Peer Hat, Manchester

Chetham's Baroque Bash

A concert of historically informed performances by students from Chetham’s School of Music.

The Stoller Hall, Manchester

Evergrey

Renowned for their powerful blend of crushing riffs, soaring melodies and emotional depth, Sweden's Evergrey have spent decades building a reputation as one of…

Rebellion Manchester, Manchester

Swingers: Oldboy B2B DJ Cosworth (All Night Long)

Two selectors bringing their shared love of UK club music to the purple playground.

The Blues Kitchen, Manchester

The Haunted Youth

What a year it’s been for The Haunted Youth! And the best is yet to come for the band centred around Joachim Liebens (29) with the release of debut album ‘Dawn…

Yes, Manchester

Rory Green

Contemporary guitarist, improviser and composer based in Manchester.

Yes, Manchester

Clare Wilkinson and Jacob Heringman

Jacob Heringman has been playing the lute since 1986 and has performed with a great many inspiring and excellent singers and ensembles, specialising in lute son…

Martin Harris Centre For Music And Drama, Manchester

Alpine Symphony

Alpine Symphony at Bridgewater Hall, Manchester

Bridgewater Hall, Manchester

TÄra

Palestinian-Italian artist TÄRA is carving out her own space between contemporary RnB, Arabic music and alternative pop, a sound she calls Arab’n’B.Moving betwe…

Band on the Wall, Manchester

Ian Bagg

Ian Bagg is a world-touring comedian whose comedy was recently described as "dangerously flawless" on the JRE.

Creature Comedy Club, Manchester

Snowstorm: A Frozen Adventure

Following five sensational years of sell-out performances, Manchester’s favourite festive ice spectacular returns with an all-new magical adventure for 2026… We…

intu Trafford Centre, Manchester

Relaxed Performance Festive Sing-Along

Relaxed Performance Festive Sing-along, in collaboration with Sign Me Happy and Manchester Music Society.This relaxed performance is intended to be welcoming fo…

Martin Harris Centre For Music And Drama, Manchester

New

Metalheadz Joshua Brooks Manchester

Metalheadz comes to Joshua Brooks on Friday 4 December. One of the most important names in drum and bass takes over the newly refurbished basement under the arc…

Joshua Brooks, Manchester

Oscar Farrell

One of the most exciting emerging names in UK electronic music.Moving between house, breaks and beautifully warped electronics, Oscar Farrell brings a fresh, un…

Yes, Manchester

Neffa-T Presents: Neffa-T, DJ Stingray + Tasha

Neffa-T returns to hidden and brings his carefully curated lineup of some of the best bass music with DJ Stingray + more!

Hidden, Manchester

The Hara

The Hara are Josh Taylor (lead vocals), Jack Kennedy (drums) and Zack Breen (guitar).

Rebellion Manchester, Manchester

Ankor, Self Deception

Ankor, Self Deception at Manchester Academy, Manchester

Manchester Academy, Manchester

National Playboys W/ Wehmut + 1000 Legs

Venue Favourite NATIONAL PLAYBOYS return to The Rat & Pigeon for their 2nd headliner in the sweatbox as part of their Winter 26 UK tour.Wehmut and 1000 Legs sup…

The Rat & Pigeon, Manchester

Snug Live Sessions W/the Chris Bridgett Band

We’re pleased to welcome the Chris Bridgett Band to The Snug on Saturday 5th December 2026 for a special night of live music in Atherton.

The Snug, Manchester

Venus Manchester

Venus returns to Joshua Brooks. The format has not changed and does not need to: residents-led, music first, no flown-in name doing the heavy lifting on the fly…

Joshua Brooks, Manchester

The Kompnd Experience

From intimate rooms and hidden courtyards to open-air parties, warehouses and thousands of you dancing with us across Manchester.

O2 Victoria Warehouse, Manchester

Tlo Christmas Concert 2026

The Light Orchestra G.B. Christmas Concert 2026. The Christmas concert is suitable for all ages. Christmas favourites, audience carols and many entertaining and…

Christ Church, Manchester

Snug Live Sessions W/the Chris Bridgett Band + Spin Klass

We're pleased to welcome the Chris Bridgett Band to The Snug on Saturday 5th December 2026 for a special night of live music in Atherton.

The Snug, Manchester

Hamnet

Chloé Zhao’s adaptation of Maggie O’Farrell’s bestselling novel, a powerful story of love and loss that inspired the creation of Shakespeare's timeless masterpi…

The Edge, Manchester

Kuntford And Sons

Kuntford and Sons hit the road for the first time this December for 8 special seasonal gigs, presenting a set of Kunt and the Gang's dark comedy synthpop songs…

Satan's Hollow, Manchester

OLD SKOOL BINGO: WINTER FEST Manchester

Step into Impossible Manchester as Old Skool Bingo: Winter Fest turns Christmas into a loud R&B night out.

Impossible, Manchester

Takeover: Sonja Moonear, Ste Roberts + Support

Takeover Collection returns to Hidden on the 5th December, welcoming Sonja Moonear and Ste Roberts, joined by Takeover residents Ken & King Arthur. A defining f…

Hidden, Manchester