Six bands with unmissable live shows coming up in Manchester

The days may be getting colder and the nights starting to draw in, but there’s still plenty to get excited about as we move into the autumn and winter seasons.

Not least is news of a number of incredible bands set to perform in Manchester in the remainder of this year and well into the next.

From The K’s largest gig at next summer’s Sounds of the City to Bastille hitting the road this autumn on their 15th anniversary tour, check out the full line-up below, get your tickets, and mark your calendars for an unforgettable live experience.

July 3, 2026

The K’s have announced their biggest-ever headline show at Manchester’s acclaimed outdoor amphitheatre, Castlefield Bowl - as part of Sounds of the City - which will see the band perform to 8,000 people.

The news follows the release of their highly anticipated second album, ‘Pretty On The Internet’, which reached number one on the UK Official Album Charts. Packed with raw energy, razor-sharp lyrics, and the anthemic hooks that have made them a festival favourite, the record marks a bold new chapter for the band.

The explosive indie rockers have stormed through 2025 with a string of major live moments - from a breakout debut US performance at SXSW in Texas and headlining Rolling Stone’s ‘Future of UK Music’ at SXSW London, to bringing out their #1 official album award out on stage at Kendal Calling Festival to announce the album's place in the chart. In 2026, they’ll keep the momentum going with their biggest statement yet.

Tickets go on sale here at 9.30am today (September 19).

December 15, 2025

Robert Plant and Saving Grace featuring Suzi Dian have announced a 10-date UK tour, including a night at Manchester’s O2 Apollo.

The stunning album, ‘Saving Grace’, will