Rock Gigs in Manchester
There are 64 upcoming rock gigs listed in Manchester. The next is Strait Up Dire Straits - Live at Empire Rochdale at Empire Rochdale on Saturday 15 August 2026. Rock shows in the city are currently listed at Empire Rochdale, Band On The Wall., The Bread Shed, The Snug Coffee House, Big Hands, Deaf Institute.
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15 Aug
Strait Up Dire Straits - Live at Empire Rochdale
Straight Up Dire Straits focus on clean guitar lines, laid-back grooves and storytelling songs, recreating the cool, effortless feel.
Empire RochdaleSaturday, August 15 — 8:00 PM -
22 Aug
Donkey fest
Get ready to dive into the vibrant festival vibes of donkey fest. Join the donkey for a day full of …
Ol12 9tbSaturday, August 22 — 1:00 PM -
22 Aug
Rat Trap - Castle Hotel, Manchester
Rat Trap take to the infamous Castle Hotel in Manchester on Saturday 22nd August.
Castle HotelSaturday, August 22 — 7:00 PM -
26 Aug
Golomb
Golomb plus support Elwell comes to The Abbey
The AbbeyWednesday, August 26 — 7:00 PM -
30 Aug
Guitar Dojo Big Summer Show
Live Music from the Guitar Dojo! Spectacular homemade buffet provided. Free for performers and children 10 and under. Drinks available …
Urmston Sports ClubSunday, August 30 — 2:00 PM -
2 Sep
Illmodes + Charley Westing Headline Show.
Project Evolution bring an array of young talent to the legendary Manchester venue Gullivers..... Support from Lily Haylett and Still …
Manchester GulliversWednesday, September 2 — 7:30 PM -
3 Sep
Les Big Byrd
Les Big Byrd comes to The Abbey
The AbbeyThursday, September 3 — 7:00 PM -
3 Sep
BEN OTTEWELL (Gomez) | Carlton Club Whalley Range | Thu 3rd Sept
Ben Ottewell, main vocalist of Mercury Music Prize winning band Gomez plays an intimate seated show at The Carlton Club …
The Carlton Club ManchesterThursday, September 3 — 7:00 PM -
4 Sep
Fields Of Gold Festival 2026
Fields Of Gold Festival 2026 is a two-day music festival taking place in Ashton-Under-Lyne, Manchester.
Tameside StadiumFriday, September 4 — 12:00 PM -
4 Sep
Shame plus support Theatre and Tooth
Now Wave presents Shame plus support Theatre and Tooth at Projekts Skate Park, Manchester on Friday 4th September 2026
Projekts Skate ParkFriday, September 4 — 6:00 PM -
5 Sep
Snug Live Sessions w/Double Negative + Oscar Hartland + Sia Raw
Double Negative headline a huge night of emerging talent at The Snug this September, joined by special guests Oscar Hartland …
The Snug Coffee HouseSaturday, September 5 — 7:00 PM -
5 Sep
The Fleetwood Mack Experience. Live at Empire Rochdale
Timeless songs, soaring harmonies and classic guitar lines as The Fleetwood Mac Experience recreate the magic live on stage.
Empire RochdaleSaturday, September 5 — 8:00 PM -
8 Sep
The Necks
The Necks are one of the great cult bands of Australia.
The Stoller HallTuesday, September 8 — 7:00 PM -
8 Sep
sib.sib.sib.sib.sib.sib.sib Presents
good music and vibes
Cafe BlahTuesday, September 8 — 8:00 PM -
10 Sep
The Magic Pennies Present: "TSUNAMI"!
We are celebrating the release of our new single "TSUNAMI". Ticket holders will receive a free digital download. There will …
OverDraughtThursday, September 10 — 7:00 PM -
11 Sep
Boomin - the ultimate rock and pop party band - Live at Empire
Boomin are a high-energy, award-winning 3-piece rock and pop party band from Lancashire, UK
Empire RochdaleFriday, September 11 — 8:00 PM -
11 Sep
The Freddie and Queen Experience. Live at Empire Rochdale
Queen tribute, thunderous harmonies, iconic guitar lines and all the theatrical power that made Queen legendary, delivered live.
Empire RochdaleFriday, September 11 — 8:00 PM -
11 Sep
European Taxis // The Press Gang
European taxis drive over from Liverpool for some fun with The Press Gang!
Big HandsFriday, September 11 — 9:00 PM -
12 Sep
SQUARE WILD Debut Album Launch- The Bread Shed, Manchester
Leaf Promotions presents SQUARE WILD debut album launch. Support from Thieves of Liberty, Luna Marble & Legs on Wheels
The Bread ShedSaturday, September 12 — 6:00 PM -
12 Sep
Nearly Dan - The Spirit & Sound of Steely Dan
Homage to Steely Dan
Band On The Wall.Saturday, September 12 — 7:00 PM -
18 Sep
THE SURFRAJETTES - The Bread Shed, Manchester
The "Party Across the Pond" Tour. Psychedelic surf rock from Canada
The Bread ShedFriday, September 18 — 7:00 PM -
18 Sep
Dressed To Kill (KISS Tribute) - Live at Empire Rochdale
Experience the spectacle of KISS with Dressed To Kill, delivering the legendary look, sound and energy fans know and love.
Empire RochdaleFriday, September 18 — 8:00 PM -
19 Sep
An Afternoon of Indie: MANCHESTER (over 30s), 3pm-7pm
The daytime indie party for over 30s returns to Manchester after numerous sell out events already this year
Deaf InstituteSaturday, September 19 — 3:00 PM -
19 Sep
ABBA DIVAZ - An Abba Tribute
Take a chance on us and join us for an evening of ABBA CLASSICS performed LIVE in this fabulous venue!!!
George Lawton HallSaturday, September 19 — 6:45 PM -
19 Sep
Wehmut // SPRING
Gloom drenched post punk at Big Hands.
Big HandsSaturday, September 19 — 9:00 PM -
24 Sep
THE LAZYS - The Bread Shed, Manchester
Full throttle rock n roll only the wicked understand! Support from Sweet Electric
The Bread ShedThursday, September 24 — 7:00 PM -
26 Sep
Snug Live Sessions w/Rollups + Cam Davey
Rollups bring their soaring indie-folk sound to The Snug this September for an intimate headline show.
The Snug Coffee HouseSaturday, September 26 — 7:00 PM -
26 Sep
Indie Discoteque (Manchester)
Join us as we celebrate the latest and greatest Indie music from Brit Pop to modern classics & festival anthems …
Deaf InstituteSaturday, September 26 — 11:00 PM -
1 Oct
Riffs In The Club
A multi-genre event featuring 3 originals bands, ranging from acid house, breakbeats & jungle all the way to alt rock …
AatmaThursday, October 1 — 7:00 PM -
1 Oct
Drink The Sea
A new supergroup of world-renowned musicians
Band On The Wall.Thursday, October 1 — 7:30 PM -
3 Oct
The Cavs - Manchester
"If you're going to see the emergence of a new great band you'll see them at This Feeling first." Carl …
Gorilla M1 5wwSaturday, October 3 — 6:30 PM -
3 Oct
Snug Live Sessions w/Shoehorn + Callum Codd + Seymour
One of the most talented acts to emerge from the North West, Shoehorn, make their Snug debut!
The Snug Coffee HouseSaturday, October 3 — 7:00 PM -
9 Oct
The haunted
Swedish heavy metal THE HAUNTED - SONGS OF LAST RESORT TOUR with very special guests RED METHOD
Rebellion ManchesterFriday, October 9 — 6:00 PM -
9 Oct
AC/DC Experience. Live at Empire Rochdale
AC/DC Experience bring the thunderous riffs and straight-ahead rock power of AC/DC to Empire Rochdale with a loud, no-nonsense live …
Empire RochdaleFriday, October 9 — 8:00 PM -
10 Oct
Rob Jones & The Restless Dream
Rob Jones brings his seven-piece band home to St. Veronica's Hall, Helmshore for a one-off concert.
St Veronicas Church HallSaturday, October 10 — 7:00 PM -
15 Oct
Indie BRASS Club
INDIE BRASS CLUB brings indie anthems from bands including Arctic Monkeys, Oasis, Pulp and Courteeners to life with a high-energy …
Deaf InstituteThursday, October 15 — 7:00 PM -
15 Oct
IAN McNABB (Icicle Works) | Carlton Club | Manchester Thu 15 Oct
Ian McNabb of The Icicle Works plays an intimate acoustic show at The Carton Club in Whalley Range!!!
The Carlton Club ManchesterThursday, October 15 — 7:00 PM -
24 Oct
JERAMIAH FERRARI - The Bread Shed, Manchester
The Bread Shed presents JERAMIAH FERRARI. Reggae, ska, rock and pop from Manchester. Support from Deya Collective & The High …
The Bread ShedSaturday, October 24 — 7:00 PM -
24 Oct
Snug Live Sessions w/Aziz Ibrahim + Yon Mon + Fauna
Aziz Ibrahim returns to The Snug with a FULL BAND! 25 years on, his long-lost debut album Lahore to Longsight …
The Snug Coffee HouseSaturday, October 24 — 7:00 PM -
31 Oct
Ball to the Wall
The last ever Riffolution Promotions event and we're hosting a Stoner / Doom / Rifftacular Halloween Special
Rebellion ManchesterSaturday, October 31 — 1:30 PM -
31 Oct
BOWIE EXPERIENCE (Tribute) Bolton Roundhouse - Sat 31st Oct 2026
THE BOWIE EXPERIENCE play The Roundhouse In Bolton!! Hear Bowie classics performed by this amazing tribute!!!
The RoundhouseSaturday, October 31 — 7:30 PM -
31 Oct
The Hornbeats 9 piece Band, covering Soul, Rock, Funk & Ska live
Blending soul, rock, funk and ska into one unforgettable show, The Hornbeats are renowned for their powerful live performances
Empire RochdaleSaturday, October 31 — 8:00 PM -
31 Oct
The Wameki (JPN) // Tundra
Japanese noise experimentalists return, supported by the icy cold sounds of Tundra.
Big HandsSaturday, October 31 — 9:00 PM -
3 Nov
Kamelot
The most innovative and prestigious band in modern progressive symphonic metal, unstoppable icons KAMELOT
O2 Ritz ManchesterTuesday, November 3 — 6:30 PM -
4 Nov
Franck Carducci
Franck Carducci's music channels '70s rock, evoking Pink Floyd, Supertramp, Led Zeppelin, and many more.
Band On The Wall.Wednesday, November 4 — 7:30 PM -
5 Nov
Cigarettes For Breakfast + Special Guests @AATMA
Shoegaze band Cigarettes For Breakfast from Philly, US headline AATMA in Manchester on their UK tour with support from Purple …
AatmaThursday, November 5 — 7:00 PM -
6 Nov
Harvey Rushmore & The Octopus (CH) // Woioi
Swiss psychedelic experimentalists Harvey Rushmore & The Octopus are supported by English psychedelic experimentalists Woioi!
Big HandsFriday, November 6 — 9:00 PM -
7 Nov
The Glory Days Band - Live at Empire Rochdale
Bruce Springsteen, The Glory Days brings heartland stories, driving rhythms and fist-pumping anthems.
Empire RochdaleSaturday, November 7 — 8:00 PM -
14 Nov
MCR MADE & APPY MUNDAYS- The Bread Shed, Manchester
A tribute night of the greatest music Manchester has to offer
The Bread ShedSaturday, November 14 — 6:00 PM -
14 Nov
Aziz Ibrahim 'Lahore To Longsight' Full Band -MANCHESTER
25 years after it was first recorded, Aziz performs his long-lost debut album Lahore to Longsight with surprise live guest.
Stage And RadioSaturday, November 14 — 7:00 PM -
14 Nov
Snug Live Sessions w/Witness + The Jesus Bolt
Witness perform Before The Calm in full to celebrate its first-ever vinyl release, joined by The Jesus Bolt at The …
The Snug Coffee HouseSaturday, November 14 — 7:00 PM -
14 Nov
The Cases - Manchester
"If you're going to see the emergence of a new great band you'll see them at This Feeling first." Carl …
Manchester Club AcademySaturday, November 14 — 7:30 PM -
15 Nov
Genevieve Miles
Genevieve Miles brings her witchy alt rock to The Eagle Inn, Manchester
Eagle InnSunday, November 15 — 7:00 PM -
20 Nov
Dead Ringer for Love LIVE!
Celebrating 45 years of the iconic album, Mark Greenshields & Becky Demaine perform the biggest hits of Meat Loaf & …
The Venue BoltonFriday, November 20 — 8:00 PM -
27 Nov
Seeing Red are a rock cover band delivering all your favourite's
Five-piece rock cover band delivering all your favourite rock anthems with powerful vocals, big riffs and an electrifying live show.
Empire RochdaleFriday, November 27 — 8:00 PM -
3 Dec
The Fell / Billy Sheehan
The Fell is a modern rock powerhouse
Band On The Wall.Thursday, December 3 — 7:30 PM -
4 Dec
Stupid Girl brings the music of P!nk to Empire Rochdale
Stupid Girl brings the music of P!nk to Empire Rochdale in a high-energy live tribute packed with attitude, powerhouse vocals …
Empire RochdaleFriday, December 4 — 8:00 PM -
5 Dec
Eyes of Caelum - Castle Hotel, Manchester
Inspired by the likes of The Stone Roses, Oasis, and DMA's - Indie rock band Eyes of Caelum come to …
The Castle Hotel, 66 Oldham St, Manchester M4 1LESaturday, December 5 — 7:00 PM -
20 Dec
MancUnion plus special guests at Elton Liberal Club
We are hosting a charity gig and giving 100% of ticket sales to Andys Man Club. 4pm until 10:45pm
Elton Liberal ClubSunday, December 20 — 3:00 PM -
26 Dec
The Freddie & Queen Experience. Live at Empire Rochdale
Queen tribute, thunderous harmonies, iconic guitar lines and all the theatrical power that made Queen legendary, delivered live.
Empire RochdaleSaturday, December 26 — 8:00 PM -
8 Jan
Celebrating The Life of David Bowie
From 'Space Oddity' to 'Balckstar'
Band On The Wall.Friday, January 8 — 7:00 PM -
12 Mar
Country to Country - Manchester
Country To Country Festival goes on tour to the Manchester AO Arena.
AO ArenaFriday, March 12 — 11:00 AM -
13 Mar
Twenty One Pilots - East Is Up (Manchester Tribute Gig)
We are the official Scottish Twenty One Pilots tribute act 'Twenty More Pilots' and we are coming near you for …
Eagle InnSaturday, March 13 — 7:00 PM -
17 Mar
Martin Stephenson & The Daintees
AGMP Concerts Presents Martin Stephenson & The Daintees come to Manchester
The Blues KitchenWednesday, March 17 — 7:00 PM