# Alternative Music events in Manchester, Today and Upcoming Alternative Music events in Manchester

- **Subtitle**: All Alternative Music events in Manchester, England. Here you can find more information about Upcoming events in Manchester like parties, concerts, meets,shows, sports, club, reunion, Performance
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## About

All Alternative Music events in Manchester, England. Here you can find more information about Upcoming events in Manchester like parties, concerts, meets,shows, sports, club, reunion, Performance

## Events in Manchester

- **Event Name**: The Big Moon
  - **Description**: Now Wave & SJM presents The Big Moon at O2 Ritz, on 25th November 2026ArtistsThe Big MoonMusic Genres :  Alternative, Indie
  - **Date**: Wed Nov 25 2026 at 07:00 pm – Wed Nov 25 2026 at 11:00 pm (+00:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/manchester/the-big-moon/300042512341
  - **Venue**: O2 Ritz
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  - **Categories**: fitness
- **Event Name**: Protomartyr
  - **Description**: Now Wave presents Protomartyr at Band on the Wall on Saturday 13th February 2026ArtistsProtomartyrMusic Genres :  Alternative, Indie
  - **Date**: Sat Feb 13 2027 at 07:00 pm – Sat Feb 13 2027 at 11:00 pm (+00:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/manchester/protomartyr/300042579990
  - **Venue**: Band On The Wall
  - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czgvYmFubmVycy81ZmU1Mzg4MmJmYjBlZmNmODkxNmU1ZWM5NWZlOTE0NjA4YzIxMTNlYTMwNmRiOWNiZDAyZmZjNGJjZDMwYWY3LXJpbWctdzEwMjQtaDEwMjQtZGM5MmM1ZTktZ21pci5qcGc_dj0xNzgzODM3NTEz.avif
  - **Categories**: fitness, Entertainment, Music
- **Event Name**: MCR ROCKS Double Show: Wonderwall vs Cortinas
  - **Description**: Wonderwall return by popular demand after their incredible Good Friday performance, joined by Cortinas for a massive Oasis vs Courteeners night.ArtistsDJ Paul Ezi EdenMusic Genres :  Alternative, Bri
  - **Date**: Fri Nov 20 2026 at 07:30 pm – Fri Nov 20 2026 at 11:30 pm (+00:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/manchester/mcr-rocks-double-show-wonderwall-vs-cortinas/300042564171
  - **Venue**: Freight Island
  - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czkvYmFubmVycy9iMmE0MWVhZGVjYTJjMzQ5ZmVmNWNjNzdiYjU1NWY5NTJjNDNmNzk1NWVmYjEzYzBhM2Y4Njg4NDFkNTcyOGY1LXJpbWctdzEwMjQtaDEwMjQtZGMwNDdiZWMtZ21pci5qcGc_dj0xNzgzODQ0MzA1.avif
  - **Categories**: art, pop, good-friday
- **Event Name**: HUMANITY'S LAST BREATH- The Bread Shed, Manchester
  - **Description**: Tapestry Promotions present HUMANITY'S LAST BREATH. Support from Vildhjarta, Enterprise Earth & KarmanjakahArtistsVildhjartaHumanity's Last BreathMusic Genres :  Alternative, Metal, Rock
  - **Date**: Sat Oct 10 2026 at 04:30 pm – Sat Oct 10 2026 at 09:00 pm (+00:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/manchester/humanitys-last-breath-the-bread-shed-manchester/300042250605
  - **Venue**: The Bread Shed
  - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czMvYmFubmVycy9hNzg2MDRhNWIyMjVkNmZmZDM3Y2Y0N2ZjOGY0ZDc3ODJmNThiZjI1NTEwOGNhODhkYjM0MGFjZjA1Nzg1YWYyLXJpbWctdzEwMjQtaDEwMjQtZGMxZDFmMjgtZ21pci5qcGc_dj0xNzgzODI3MTM2.avif
  - **Categories**: fitness
- **Event Name**: Gilla Band
  - **Description**: Now Wave presents Gilla Band at The White Hotel on 7th October 2026ArtistsGilla BandMusic Genres :  Alternative, Indie
  - **Date**: Wed Oct 07 2026 at 06:30 pm – Wed Oct 07 2026 at 10:00 pm (+00:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/manchester/gilla-band/300042579994
  - **Venue**: The White Hotel
  - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czIvYmFubmVycy9jODYwMGQwMWFlYzQ1NGZkNTNmZGE3ZjY3OTQ3MGEwYzIxOThjOWEyYjU4Yzg5MjgxYmUxYTFiYWJjY2U5NWM2LXJpbWctdzEwMjQtaDEwMjQtZGNmNWY1ZjUtZ21pci5qcGc_dj0xNzgzODM3NDY3.avif
  - **Categories**: fitness, Entertainment, Music
- **Event Name**: The Moonlandingz
  - **Description**: Now Wave presents The Moonlandingz plus support Y at The White Hotel on 21st November 2026ArtistsThe MoonlandingzMusic Genres :  Alternative, Indie
  - **Date**: Sat Nov 21 2026 at 07:30 pm – Sat Nov 21 2026 at 11:00 pm (+00:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/manchester/the-moonlandingz/300042428918
  - **Venue**: The White Hotel
  - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czYvYmFubmVycy8yZmFiOGZlMmI2Zjc0OGNjZDUzY2ViODc2MTI0YjE3MTVmOTY1ODNiMDlkYmZiMWZkMDI4YmFmNzE0NmYzNDVlLXJpbWctdzEwMjQtaDEwMjQtZGMxNTE0MTItZ21pci5qcGc_dj0xNzgzNzk5MDY5.avif
  - **Categories**: fitness
- **Event Name**: Neon Fields - Live in Manchester
  - **Description**: After selling out The Castle Hotel three weeks in advance, Neon Fields return to Manchester for their biggest headline show in the city yet.

Fresh from winning Best Live Act 2026 at the Radio Wigwam Awards, the band bring their electrifying live performa
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  - **Date**: Sat Nov 21 2026 at 07:30 pm (+00:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/manchester/neon-fields-live-in-manchester/200030080396402
  - **Venue**: The Deaf Institute
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  - **Categories**: music, entertainment
- **Event Name**: GEE TEE (AUS) // Gold Cup Live at Yes Pink Room
  - **Description**: Gee Tee bring their Egg Punk back to Manchester, supported by local legends Gold Cup!ArtistsGold CupGee TeeMusic Genres :  Alternative, Hardcore Punk, Post Rock, Punk, Rock
  - **Date**: Sat Jul 25 2026 at 06:00 pm – Sat Jul 25 2026 at 09:00 pm (+00:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/manchester/gee-tee-aus-gold-cup-live-at-yes-pink-room/300042435299
  - **Venue**: YES Pink Room
  - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czcvYmFubmVycy9jZDU1NmVhMDg4NTk5NWNjOGRlMDFmYTI0NWM3Y2ZmNmIxYjBkN2IxMWJmZjI2N2MxZmY5ZTRjNGU0ZTMyN2ViLXJpbWctdzEwMjQtaDEwMjQtZGMxODMxMmItZ21pci5qcGc_dj0xNzgzNzk3NjY2.avif
  - **Categories**: fitness
- **Event Name**: Freight - Manchester
  - **Description**: "If you're going to see the emergence of a new great band you'll see them at This Feeling first." Carl BaratMusic Genres :  Alternative, Indie, Indie Pop, Nu Indie
  - **Date**: Sat Aug 08 2026 at 06:00 pm – Sat Aug 08 2026 at 09:00 pm (+00:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/manchester/freight-manchester/300042426847
  - **Venue**: The Deaf Institute
  - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czUvYmFubmVycy8wNThiNDViNGU0NjMyODg0Zjc5OWYzM2Q5MTYxMjlmMmNjOTQzNmE4NmUzYTBmZDlmNjVhZTQ1ODY3MDYzYTUzLXJpbWctdzEwMjQtaDEwMjQtZGNkMWQ2ZGUtZ21pci5qcGc_dj0xNzgzODAwMDY1.avif
  - **Categories**: music, entertainment, pop
- **Event Name**: Steve Gunn
  - **Description**: Now Wave presents Steve Gunn at YES Basement on Saturday 8th August 2026ArtistsSteve GunnMusic Genres :  Alternative, Indie
  - **Date**: Sat Aug 08 2026 at 06:00 pm – Sat Aug 08 2026 at 10:00 pm (+00:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/manchester/steve-gunn/300042571133
  - **Venue**: YES Basement
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  - **Categories**: fitness
- **Event Name**: The Lavellles - Manchester
  - **Description**: "If you're going to see the emergence of a new great band you'll see them at This Feeling first." Carl BaratMusic Genres :  Alternative, Indie, Indie Pop, Nu Indie
  - **Date**: Sat Aug 15 2026 at 06:00 pm – Sat Aug 15 2026 at 09:00 pm (+00:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/manchester/the-lavellles-manchester/300042560691
  - **Venue**: Off The Square
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  - **Categories**: music, entertainment, pop
- **Event Name**: A SKYLIT DRIVE- The Bread Shed, Manchester
  - **Description**: Tapestry Promotions present A SKYLIT DRIVE. Support from Vampires Everywhere! and Cabin Boy Jump Ship.ArtistsA skylit driveCabin Boy Jumped ShipMusic Genres :  Alternative, Emo, Metal, Rock
  - **Date**: Fri Sep 11 2026 at 05:00 pm – Fri Sep 11 2026 at 09:00 pm (+00:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/manchester/a-skylit-drive-the-bread-shed-manchester/300042433434
  - **Venue**: The Bread Shed
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  - **Categories**: fitness
- **Event Name**: The Bracknall  - Manchester
  - **Description**: "If you're going to see the emergence of a new great band you'll see them at This Feeling first." Carl BaratMusic Genres :  Indie, Alternative, Nu Indie, Indie Pop
  - **Date**: Sat Nov 21 2026 at 06:30 pm – Sat Nov 21 2026 at 10:00 pm (+00:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/manchester/the-bracknall-manchester/300042161339
  - **Venue**: Gorilla
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  - **Categories**: music, entertainment, pop
- **Event Name**: The Harbours - Manchester
  - **Description**: "If you're going to see the emergence of a new great band you'll see them at This Feeling first." Carl BaratMusic Genres :  Alternative, Indie, Indie Pop, Nu Indie
  - **Date**: Sat Oct 03 2026 at 06:00 pm – Sat Oct 03 2026 at 09:00 pm (+00:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/manchester/the-harbours-manchester/300042573682
  - **Venue**: Off The Square
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  - **Categories**: music, entertainment, pop
- **Event Name**: KHEMMIS- The Bread Shed, Manchester
  - **Description**: Tapestry Promotions present KHEMMIS. Support from Celestial SanctuaryArtistsCelestial SanctuaryMusic Genres :  Alternative, Metal, Rock
  - **Date**: Wed Oct 14 2026 at 06:00 pm – Wed Oct 14 2026 at 09:00 pm (+00:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/manchester/khemmis-the-bread-shed-manchester/300042450066
  - **Venue**: The Bread Shed
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  - **Categories**: fitness

## Trending Events in Manchester

- **Event Name**: Henri Matisse: Colour & Shape Life Drawing Workshop
  - **Description**: Discover a fresh approach to life drawing inspired by Henri Matisse, where colour and shape take priority over realism.In this immersive workshop, we reimagine the human figure through bold composition, simplified form, and expressi
  - **Venue**: Revolución de Cuba Manchester
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- **Event Name**: Foundations of Life Drawing : A Structured Approach to Drawing the Figure
  - **Description**: This is an opportunity for beginner artists to come together and learn new techniques and skills in capturing the human form from a live model.Because we believe that life drawing is an essential skill for all artists whether you're interested i
  - **Venue**: Friends' Meeting House, Mount Street, Manchester, UK
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- **Event Name**: The Foundations of Watercolour Painting Workshop
  - **Description**: During this course you will discover how a deeper understanding of painting techniques can equip you with the practical methods and skills to help you with any future paintings you want to attempt.Suitable for people of all levels of experience;
  - **Venue**: Gorilla
  - **Banner**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/thumbs/thumb6a19a1a4c0672.jpg
- **Event Name**: Understanding Proportions & Movement in Life Drawing Workshop
  - **Description**: During this fully tutored life drawing course you will discover how returning to the essential principles of drawing can help even the more experienced artist to express their ideas and observations more eloquently.Guided by our tutor you will b
  - **Venue**: Friends' Meeting House
  - **Banner**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/thumbs/thumb6a21350d43289.jpg
- **Event Name**: Drawing Faces: The Ultimate Portrait Course
  - **Description**: Have you ever wanted to capture the likeness of a face on paper or admired an artist's skill in drawing portraits? In this fully guided workshop Drawing Portraits: The Fundamentals you'll learn essential techniques for drawing realistic expressive face
  - **Venue**: Friends' Meeting House, Mount Street, Manchester, UK
  - **Banner**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/thumbs/thumb6a002a97123de.jpg
- **Event Name**: Oasis Wonderwalk Tour
  - **Description**: Wander through the streets and learn some of the hidden gems and secrets of Manchester!About this EventOasis Wonderwalk Tour – The Ultimate Oasis Experience!
  - **Venue**: Arch of Chinatown
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- **Event Name**: Charlie Puth at Manchester Academy
  - **Venue**: Manchester Academy
  - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/50ef2ad0-1be8-11f1-96cf-35f5f8a98e51-rimg-w1200-h800-dc110179-gmir.jpg?v=1773082003
- **Event Name**: J Cole at Co-op Live
  - **Venue**: Co-op Live
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- **Event Name**: Hans Zimmer in Manchester
  - **Description**: 🎶 Don't Miss Hans Zimmer Live in Manchester on Wednesday, October 7, 2026! 🎶
Are you ready to experience Hans Zimmer like never before? With chart-topping hits like Cornfield Chase, Time and Now We Are Free and 4M+
  - **Venue**: Co-op Live
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top events in Manchester?
  - **A:** The Big Moon (Wed Nov 25 2026 at 07:00 pm at O2 Ritz), Protomartyr (Sat Feb 13 2027 at 07:00 pm at Band On The Wall), MCR ROCKS Double Show: Wonderwall vs Cortinas (Fri Nov 20 2026 at 07:30 pm at Freight Island), HUMANITY'S LAST BREATH- The Bread Shed, Manchester (Sat Oct 10 2026 at 04:30 pm at The Bread Shed), Gilla Band (Wed Oct 07 2026 at 06:30 pm at The White Hotel).
- **Q**: What events are happening in Manchester this weekend July 24–26, 2026?
  - **A:** GEE TEE (AUS) // Gold Cup Live at Yes Pink Room (Sat Jul 25 2026 at 06:00 pm at YES Pink Room).
- **Q**: What events are happening in Manchester in July 2026?
  - **A:** GEE TEE (AUS) // Gold Cup Live at Yes Pink Room (Sat Jul 25 2026 at 06:00 pm at YES Pink Room).
- **Q**: How can I find events in Manchester?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming events in Manchester on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests.
- **Q**: How do I buy tickets for events in Manchester?
  - **A:** You can buy tickets directly through AllEvents.in. Many events offer online booking with options for free, paid, and early-bird tickets.
- **Q**: What are the popular venues for events in Manchester?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting events in Manchester include O2 Ritz, Band On The Wall, Freight Island.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for events in Manchester?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting events in Manchester include Neon Fields.
- **Q**: Are there any online events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many events are available online. You can filter for virtual events on AllEvents.in to attend from anywhere.
- **Q**: How can I get notified about new events in Manchester?
  - **A:** Follow the  category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new events are listed in Manchester.

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