Manchester Gigs

Discover Manchester Gigs

Birthing the undeniable sounds of Oasis, The Stone Roses, and The Smiths, Manchester has enriched the music industry with a prolific range of artists since the 1980s. Gathering fame and a reputation for the unruly in its Hacienda days, the city continues to reaffirm its presence in the contemporary live music scene. New buildings and recycled architectures have become breeding grounds for new talent, as Manchester consistently introduces us to new artists. There’s a reason why England’s third largest city is often regarded as the country’s number one destination for music, where it promises music lovers an eclectic choice of artists, arenas and ambiences. Discover the best of Manchester’s latest offerings with our seductive list of upcoming gigs. If you’re looking to see your favourite artist take Manchester by storm during their world tour, the MEN Arena is a household stopover attracting everyone from Pop Queen Madonna to local comedian, Peter Kay. Prefer more intimate settings? Manchester Academy also exhibits some big names alongside worthy tribute bands. Its 25 years plus of delivering great music to Manchester have seen the likes of Lady Gaga, Korn, Bowie, Faithless, Prince, and Prodigy all perform in the up, close and personal music hall. Truly living up to its reputation, Manchester’s wealth of venues provide the most versatile mix of live music. Tickets to gigs can offer you the chance to see famous artists on grand stages, or upcoming talent in historic environments. Don’t miss out - discover what’s coming up with our definitive list to Manchester’s gigs.