# 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**: HUMANITY'S LAST BREATH- The Bread Shed, Manchester
  - **Description**: Tapestry Promotions present HUMANITY'S LAST BREATH. Support TBCArtistsVildhjartaHumanity'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
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  - **Categories**: art
- **Event Name**: Warmduscher
  - **Description**: Now Wave presents Warmduscher at The White Hotel on 21st May 2026ArtistsWarmduscherMusic Genres :  Alternative, Indie
  - **Date**: Thu May 21 2026 at 06:30 pm – Thu May 21 2026 at 10:00 pm (+00:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/manchester/warmduscher/300042174115
  - **Venue**: The White Hotel
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- **Event Name**: Mayonnaise
  - **Description**: Mayonnaise is a popular Filipino alternative rock band formed in 2002, best known for their 2004 hit "Jopay" and winning the Red Horse Muziklaban competition that same year. Led by vocalist/songwriter Monty Macalino, the band is known for its heartfelt, e
  - **Date**: Sat May 23 2026 at 06:00 pm – Sat May 23 2026 at 09:00 pm (+00:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/manchester/mayonnaise/3600029585375309
  - **Venue**: The Deaf Institute
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  - **Categories**: Music, Entertainment, Art, Nonprofit, Contests
- **Event Name**: Nirvana | Freight Island, Manchester
  - **Description**: The world's leading Nirvana tribute act is coming to Freight Island in Manchester this May!ArtistsNirvana TributeMusic Genres :  Rock, Alternative
  - **Date**: Fri May 22 2026 at 07:00 pm – Fri May 22 2026 at 11:00 pm (+00:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/manchester/nirvana-|-freight-island-manchester/300041950480
  - **Venue**: Freight Island
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  - **Categories**: art
- **Event Name**: INDIE v BRITPOP Double Headliner | all4indie v Britpop United
  - **Description**: ALL4INDIE and BRITPOP UNITED live at Lion's Den for literally, a gig of 2 halves. The 1st being Indie classics, the 2nd being Britpop anthems.ArtistsBritpop Unitedall4indieMusic Genres :  19
  - **Date**: Sat Oct 10 2026 at 06:30 pm – Sat Oct 10 2026 at 10:30 pm (+00:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/manchester/indie-v-britpop-double-headliner-|-all4indie-v-britpop-united/300041625951
  - **Venue**: Lions Den
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  - **Categories**: art
- **Event Name**: Mantra - Bring Me The Horizon Aftershow Party | Manchester
  - **Description**: Mantra - Bring Me The Horizon Aftershow Party at The Deaf Institute Manchester! A club night dedicated to BMTH after their Manchester show!Music Genres :  Rock, Metal, Alternative, Emo, Pop Punk
  - **Date**: Fri Jul 10 2026 at 11:00 pm – Sat Jul 11 2026 at 03:00 am (+00:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/manchester/mantra-bring-me-the-horizon-aftershow-party-|-manchester/300042341732
  - **Venue**: The Deaf Institute
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- **Event Name**: Steam Packet Tour II - 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, Rock & Roll / 1950s
  - **Date**: Sun May 03 2026 at 06:30 pm – Sun May 03 2026 at 09:30 pm (+00:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/manchester/steam-packet-tour-ii-manchester/300042292220
  - **Venue**: The Castle Hotel
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  - **Categories**: music, entertainment, pop
- **Event Name**: Grogg // Meatbags
  - **Description**: Glaswegian punks Grogg hit Big Hands, supported by local offcuts MeatbagsMusic Genres :  Rock, Indie, Alternative, Punk, Post Rock
  - **Date**: Sat May 23 2026 at 09:00 pm – Sun May 24 2026 at 02:00 am (+00:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/manchester/grogg-meatbags/300042342307
  - **Venue**: Big Hands
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- **Event Name**: Dreaming Of Citra - 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 Jun 06 2026 at 06:00 pm – Sat Jun 06 2026 at 09:00 pm (+00:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/manchester/dreaming-of-citra-manchester/300042126140
  - **Venue**: YES Basement
  - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czgvYmFubmVycy8zYzZkOTM0ZTQ2NTE5ZmMzNmYzNTYzMzE0MGE4NzdjNjAyNDVlZDQ0ODFiODc0N2VhNGM1ZGNkMmI4OWU0YWY5LXJpbWctdzEwMjQtaDEwMjQtZGNmZWQ5NjYtZ21pci5qcGc_dj0xNzc2MDA5NDg4.avif
  - **Categories**: Entertainment, Music
- **Event Name**: Wait and Bleed - Nu Metal Night (Manchester)
  - **Description**: Calling all Maggots, join us for a night of Nu Metal anthems!Music Genres :  Rock, Alternative, Nu Metal
  - **Date**: Sat May 30 2026 at 11:00 pm – Sun May 31 2026 at 03:00 am (+00:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/manchester/wait-and-bleed-nu-metal-night-manchester/300042329415
  - **Venue**: The Deaf Institute
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- **Event Name**: The Heavenly Bodes // Rainy Day Cafe
  - **Description**: Cornish garage rockers The Heavenly Bodes stop by Big Hands! Supported by lo-fi legends Rainy Day Cafe!Music Genres :  Rock, Indie, Alternative, Rock & Roll / 1950s, New Wave
  - **Date**: Sat May 02 2026 at 09:00 pm – Sun May 03 2026 at 02:00 am (+00:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/manchester/the-heavenly-bodes-rainy-day-cafe/300042342157
  - **Venue**: Big Hands
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- **Event Name**: Naked Soft Men (FR) // Wehmut
  - **Description**: Naked Soft Men, make their Naked Soft return to Big Hands. Joined by the clothed and strong Wehmut.Artistsnaked soft menWehmutMusic Genres :  Rock, Indie, Alternative, Punk, Post Rock
  - **Date**: Fri May 08 2026 at 09:00 pm – Sat May 09 2026 at 02:00 am (+00:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/manchester/naked-soft-men-fr-wehmut/300042342164
  - **Venue**: Big Hands
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- **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 :  Alternative, Indie, Indie Pop, Nu Indie
  - **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 Public Eye - 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 May 16 2026 at 06:00 pm – Sat May 16 2026 at 09:00 pm (+00:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/manchester/the-public-eye-manchester/300042287109
  - **Venue**: Off The Square Manchester
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  - **Categories**: music, entertainment, pop
- **Event Name**: SHORELINE
  - **Description**: Those who are down and out will hopefully get back on their feet again at some point. But where exactly does the point begin where things start to get better? Is it that clear-cut? Is the worst still ahead of you—or are you already well on the road to rec
  - **Date**: Fri Nov 13 2026 at 07:00 pm – Fri Nov 13 2026 at 10:00 pm (+00:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/manchester/shoreline/3600029615395147
  - **Venue**: The Deaf Institute
  - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czUvYmFubmVycy9iZmJmMGZmMC00MmYwLTExZjEtYjY0OS03N2QzODJmYjNkNWMtcmltZy13NjAyLWgzNzQtZGNkM2Q5ZGEtZ21pci5qcGc_dj0xNzc3MzczNzIw.avif
  - **Categories**: Music, Entertainment, Art, Nonprofit

## Trending Events in Manchester

- **Event Name**: Masculinity Through Art History Life Drawing Workshop at Impossible Bar
  - **Description**: Join our  life-drawing workshop that blends hands-on practice with a look at how masculinity has been portrayed through the centuries. Explore shifting ideals of the male figure, from gods and warriors to ordinary bodies and modern identities, while dr
  - **Venue**: Impossible - Manchester
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- **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/thumb69eb4d187ffa1.jpg
- **Event Name**: Painting Calm Watercolour Workshop
  - **Description**: Join us for a relaxed watercolour workshop inspired by spring flowers. In this session you’ll learn how to capture simple floral shapes and colours using watercolour, while enjoying a calm and welcoming atmosphere.This workshop is designed to be
  - **Venue**: Gorilla
  - **Banner**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/thumbs/thumb69a9447c5fcc4.jpg
- **Event Name**: Life Drawing at Revolucion De Cuba in Manchester City Centre
  - **Description**: Join us for an immersive artistic experience where you will have the opportunity to capture the human form in all its grace and complexity in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere.At our workshops life drawing is not just about producing art; it is
  - **Venue**: Revolución de Cuba Manchester
  - **Banner**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/thumbs/thumb69eb58bd1515d.jpg
- **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/thumb69a947c3d330a.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**: Gorilla
  - **Banner**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/thumbs/thumb69e77af98c9c5.jpg
- **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**: Gorilla
  - **Banner**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/thumbs/thumb6988b08ed0e12.jpg
- **Event Name**: Emergency First Aid at Work -  Chorlton
  - **Description**: About this EventEmergency First Aid at Work (1 day). Learn CPR, AED use, choking & more. HSE-compliant. Practical, hands-on training. Cert valid 3 years.Emergency First Aid at Work (E
  - **Venue**: Chorlton-cum-Hardy Golf Club
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- **Event Name**: Paediatric First Aid Blended -  Chorlton
  - **Description**: About this EventPaediatric First Aid Blended: complete theory online, then attend practical session to master CPR, choking, burns & more for children.Paediatric First Aid (Blended)
  - **Venue**: Chorlton-cum-Hardy Golf Club
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top events in Manchester?
  - **A:** HUMANITY'S LAST BREATH- The Bread Shed, Manchester (Sat Oct 10 2026 at 04:30 pm at The Bread Shed), Warmduscher (Thu May 21 2026 at 06:30 pm at The White Hotel), Mayonnaise (Sat May 23 2026 at 06:00 pm at The Deaf Institute), Nirvana | Freight Island, Manchester (Fri May 22 2026 at 07:00 pm at Freight Island), INDIE v BRITPOP Double Headliner | all4indie v Britpop United (Sat Oct 10 2026 at 06:30 pm at Lions Den).
- **Q**: What events are happening in Manchester this weekend May 1–3, 2026?
  - **A:** Steam Packet Tour II - Manchester (Sun May 03 2026 at 06:30 pm at The Castle Hotel), The Heavenly Bodes // Rainy Day Cafe (Sat May 02 2026 at 09:00 pm at Big Hands).
- **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 The Bread Shed, The White Hotel, The Deaf Institute.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for events in Manchester?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting events in Manchester include The Pulse Hub.
- **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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