7 shows in Manchester with tickets now on sale for an unforgettable live experience

As we bid farewell to February, we look forward to welcoming spring and all the possibilities and excitement it brings. Not least, better weather and the inclination to get out and about more.

What’s more, there are a host of incredible live experiences coming to Manchester this spring and beyond, including the ground-breaking Diversity and enduring bands such as The Charlatans, Heaven 17, The Stranglers, and more.

Tickets for all of the shows listed below go on sale today - read on to find out where to grab yours!

April 15, 16 and 17, 2026

The UK’s most successful dance group will bring their new concept tour ‘Soul’ to 31 towns and cities, performing over 60 dates between February and May 2026.

The 2026 tour is based around the technological advancements of artificial intelligence, what the future holds, and what it truly means to be human within the digital age. With matinee and evening shows across the spring half term and Easter holidays, there are plenty of opportunities for all the family to join in with the excitement.

Tickets will be on sale here from 9.30am today (February 28).

July 3, 2025

One of the UK’s most enduring bands, The Charlatans have announced their return to Manchester’s Castlefield Bowl for the first time in 10 years. Taking place on July 3, the headline show will also feature special guests, Embrace and The Coral.

In a history now stretching 35 years, The Charlatans have crafted a back catalogue of enviable depth and variety, with three UK number one albums and several Top 10 singles, including ‘The Only One I Know’, ‘One To Another’, ‘North Country Boy’ and ‘How High’, plus another 18 Top 40 hits. Many of those moments are captured in their ‘Melting Pot’ hits collection, which has been