6 unmissable Manchester shows lined up for the second half of 2024

We’re over halfway through 2024, but luckily, there's no signs of slowing down when it comes to the live music and entertainment scene in Manchester.

There’s countless incredible acts gearing up to visit the city in the second half of the year; from special anniversary shows by Culture Club and Embrace, to the ultimate winter dance party courtesy of Pete Tong Presents Ibiza Classics, there’s something for everyone.

Here’s a preview of what’s coming up in Manchester over the next few months, and where you can get your tickets…

December 11, 2024

Music icons Boy George and Culture Club are going on a major UK and Ireland arena tour this December - including a date at Manchester’s Co-op Live - to celebrate their first two monumental albums, ‘Kissing to Be Clever’ and ‘Colour by Numbers’.

Culminating at London’s The O2, the prolific band will perform these landmark albums in their entirety, including classic hits like ‘Do You Really Want to Hurt Me’, ‘Karma Chameleon’, ‘Time (Clock of the Heart)’, and ‘Church of the Poison Mind’, right up to their current releases.

On their brand new tour, Boy George and Culture Club will be joined by special guests and synth-pop legends Tony Hadley and Heaven 17. Tony Hadley will perform tracks to commemorate the classic albums ‘True’ and ‘Parade’, whilst Heaven 17 will perform tracks from their first two renowned albums, ‘Penthouse and Pavement’ and ‘The Luxury Gap’.

Tickets are on sale here now.

December 7, 2024

DJ, broadcaster and global dance music legend Pete Tong will return with the critically acclaimed Ibiza Classics for a brand new show this winter. He will once again be joined by long-time collaborator Jules Buckley and The Essential Orchestra.

Ibiza Classics has firmly