WHAT'S ON AT MANCHESTER ACADEMY, MANCHESTER
What's On at Manchester Academy, Manchester
Manchester Academy is four independent venues all (almost) under one roof, located on campus at The University Of Manchester. The venues are Academy 1,2,3 and Club Academy. The original student union building was built in 1957, the Academy in 1990, with Buzzcocks being the first band to play there. Following a refurb, capacity grew to around 2600 for Academy 1, 950 for Academy 2, 450 for Academy 3, and 650 for Club Academy.
Manchester Academy attracts a varied wealth of local and worldwide artists, including Adele, Nirvana, Blur, Oasis, David Bowie, Bruno Mars, Inspiral Carpets, Stevie Wonder and Lady Gaga. It is often referred to as one of the UK’s greenest venues, making substantial steps towards minimising environmental impact and improving sustainability.
Enjoy exciting shows, events, concerts and premieres at these four live music venues. See what's on at Manchester Academy below and book tickets online.
Manchester Academy is four independent venues all (almost) under one roof, located on campus at The University Of Manchester. The venues are Academy 1,2,3 and Club Academy. The original student union building was built in 1957, the Academy in 1990, with Buzzcocks being the first band to play there. Following a refurb, capacity grew to around 2600 for Academy 1, 950 for Academy 2, 450 for Academy 3, and 650 for Club Academy.
Manchester Academy attracts a varied wealth of local and worldwide artists, including Adele, Nirvana, Blur, Oasis, David Bowie, Bruno Mars, Inspiral Carpets, Stevie Wonder and Lady Gaga. It is often referred to as one of the UK’s greenest venues, making substantial steps towards minimising environmental impact and improving sustainability.
Enjoy exciting shows, events, concerts and premieres at these four live music venues. See what's on at Manchester Academy below and book tickets online.
Most Popular Shows and Events at Manchester Academy, Manchester
What's On at Manchester Academy, Manchester
Soul Asylum
Club Academy
Tuesday 28 January 2025
 One of the most successful American Alternative Rock bands of the 1990s, Minneapolis's Soul Asylum's folk-influenced grunge beared the roots of the Country-Rock revival with their triple-Platinum certified Grave Dancers Union album, whi...H.E.A.T
Club Academy
Thursday 30 January 2025
Strongly influenced by past melodic rock groups such as Whitesnake, the Swedish heirs of '80s Hardrock, H.E.A.T, return with a rockin' summer soundtrack. Since the band's early days, starting from their song '1000 miles' - a huge hit in the...JPEGMAFIA
Academy 1
Friday 31 January 2025
JPEGMafia is an American rapper, singer and record producer from Brooklyn, New York whose sound is dark but not without a humour that makes things even more uncomfortable. His role as villain or satirist, hood protector or nihilist is inten...Coast Noir
Club Academy
Friday 31 January 2025
Coast Noir are an emerging four-piece Alternative Rock band from Manchester. Combining dark tones and powerful sounds to take listeners on a profound journey. Exploring darker themes, they channel their energy through their aggressive drumm...MAVIS
Academy 3
Friday 31 January 2025
Mavis are a 3 piece band from Stockport/Manchester with a sound you can't quite put your finger on but is undeniably Rock 'n' Roll. Bailey Wood (guitar/lead vocal), Reece Holden (drums) and Will Berry (bass) make a sound that's somehow both...The 30+ Club
Academy 1
Saturday 1 February - Saturday 12 April 2025
Love to dance but can't hack late nights? The 30+ Club reclaim the dancefloor for the over 30s, with the music, the atmosphere and bedtime to suit those who've 'still got it'. ...Kikuo
Academy 2
Saturday 1 February 2025
Renowned for his unique, often dark and whimsical style, Japanese producer Kikuo brings his mesmerizing music to live audiences worldwide. He is also known for having a very experimental music style, trying many different types of music fro...New Years Day
Academy 3
Saturday 1 February 2025
Kerrang! Magazine counts Californian gothic rock act New Years Day among an elite handful of bands inspiring the next generation. Led by "the vibrant force of nature that is frontwoman Ash Costello," New Years Day unleash anthems of discont...Rahgir
Academy 3
Sunday 2 February 2025
If you want a music that takes you through the beautiful streets of India, listen to Rahgir. From Sikar, Rajasthan, India, the musician, singer, songwriter, and author is known for his songs and albums like "Aadmi Bhutiya Hai", "Mere Gaon A...TWRP
Club Academy
Tuesday 4 February 2025
Old funk, modern electronic, and classic rock converge in a science fiction universe, as if Earth, Wind & Fire, Justice, and Casiopeia provided the soundtrack to an 80s cult classic film directed by John Carpenter. The sound of the future a...Steve 'n' Seagulls
Academy 3
Wednesday 5 February 2025
It could've been a cold winter day or warm summer night in Finland - but it was around the year 2010. Someone came up with an idea to combine bluegrass, Finnish folk and rock/metal music. The outcome was and has since been Steve'n'Seagulls....
Dropkick Murphys
Academy 1
Thursday 6 February 2025
Ken Casey's American Celtic punk band formed in Massachusetts in 1996 and continue to deliver music that punches you square in the face, scoring numerous Top 10 albums in the USA, as well as the Platinum-selling single "I'm Shipping Up...Absolution - Tribute to Muse
Academy 3
Thursday 6 February 2025
From the sunny climes of Scotland, the four piece Muse tribute band don't use any backing tracks when they play live with the set consisting of classics, such as Knights of Cydonia, Starlight and Hysteria as well as some deep cuts and some...
Corey Kent
Academy 2
Friday 7 February 2025
Texas country rock star Corey Kent topped the Country Radio charts with his 2023 breakthrough hit, "Wild as Her", amassing over 300 million streams and reaching platinum status. ...Ultimate RnB
Academy 3
Friday 7 February 2025
A brand new, high quality tribute to some of the greatest music ever made. Ultimate RnB are a full 7 piece live band featuring session musicians and vocalists that have played with and supported some stone cold Soul legends, such as Jocel...
Munawar Faruqui
Everyone You Know
Academy 2
Saturday 8 February 2025
'The duo are making music that speaks to a generation' - MTV Everyone You Know are Rhys Kirkby-Cox and Harvey Kirkby - half-brothers, best mates and simpatico songwriters who produce electronic/indie pop/hip-hop duo tracks out of their Denh...Manilla Times
Manchester Academy, Manchester
Saturday 8 February 2025
 Emerging indie rockers Manilla Times, hailed as one of XS Manchester's "Ones to Watch 24", deliver infectious anthems brimming with energy and nostalgia. Originating from small towns in Ireland and North Wales, the band-comprising Jack M...Queensryche
Academy 2
Tuesday 11 February 2025
One of the most distinctive bands of the 80s, American progressive metal band Queensryche scored UK Top 40 hits with "Silent Lucidity", "Best I Can", "Bridge", and "I Am I" between 1990 and 1994. ...
Bored Teachers
Academy 2
Wednesday 12 February 2025
The Bored Teachers Comedy Tour features the funniest teacher-comedians joining comic forces on stage for a night of laughter. Put the lesson planning aside, set that red pen down, and come burn off the stress from the school year! ...Bilk
Academy 3
Thursday 13 February 2025
Bilk are three musicians creating a unique angsty blend of indie, rap, rock n roll and punk from the suburbs of Essex, UK. Their honest social commentary is as real as it gets, reflecting on the highs and lows of British culture today. ...Basketmouth
Academy 1
Friday 14 February 2025
 One of Nigeria's most famous comedians, Basketmouth has grown from strength to strength with his ever hilarious sense of humour. His accolades in Africa are endless and he his currently seen as the greatest African comedian of all time. ...Amble
Academy 2
Friday 14 February 2025
3 piece contemporary folk based ensemble formed over a mutual gra for the music they curate. Hailing from the midlands and west of Ireland. ...Cory Wong
Academy 1
Saturday 15 February 2025
The Grammy nominated Minneapolis funk-rock guitarist offers a mixture of finesse, funk and unstoppable passion. All music fans, not just jazz and funk fans, can have a slice of their listening habits on instrumental music, because it really...Pastel
Club Academy
Saturday 15 February 2025
Pastel are a 5-piece tripped out shoegaze guitar band signed to independent Manchester label; Spirit of Spike Island. ...Parkes
Academy 3
Saturday 15 February 2025
Parkes are a Wigan-based band who live for the 90s scene with the influence of Oasis, The Stone Roses, Primal Scream, and Ocean Colour Scene. Parkes aim to bring back the music of the past. ...
The Kiffness
Manchester Academy, Manchester
Saturday 15 February 2025
Where can I buy tickets for The Kiffness?Tickets for The Kiffness can be purchased safely and securely from Eventim UKWhere can I purchase accessibility tickets for this event?Please contact the venue via telephone on 0207 274 2290 during o...Myles Smith
Academy 1
Sunday 16 February 2025
Luton singer-songwriter Myles Smith began posting cover versions of songs on TikTok in August 2020. His acoustic cover of The Neighbourhood's "Sweater Weather" went viral in 2022, leading to its full release in February 2023. He gained sig...The Devil Wears Prada
Club Academy
Tuesday 18 February 2025
Ohio metalcore act the Devil Wears Prada took their name from the novel and movie, but rebranded it to fit their anti-materialistic Christian ethics. Emerging among the crop of punishing metalcore acts to debut in the early 2000s, they mana...Absnt Mind
Academy 3
Tuesday 18 February 2025
Up and coming boyband Absnt Mind, made up of Alex, Ashton, Conor, Freddie and Oscar bring their exciting and dynamic set to the nation. ...Oliver Anthony
Academy 1
Wednesday 19 February 2025
In August 2023, Hank Williams-influenced Virgina country-folk singer-songwriter Christopher Lunsford - who performs under his grandfather's name "Oliver Anthony" in homage to the Depression era in which he lived - became the first artist ...Karunesh Talwar
Academy 3
Wednesday 19 February 2025
In "Karunesh Talwar Live", Indian stand-up comic and musician Karunesh Talwar takes you on a hilarious journey through the everyday quirks and absurdities of life. Show is in 80% Hindi and 20% English. ...Atsuko Okatsuka
Academy 1
Friday 21 February 2025
Taiwan born Japanese-American stand-up comedian Atsuko Okatsuka tackles making friends as an adult and the facade of marriage now that she's completely matured and needs no improvement. Following the success of her first comedy tour and HBO...
berlioz
Academy 1
Saturday 22 February 2025
Enigmatic jazzy house producer berlioz, the UK's newest jazz sensation brings sun-soaked sax and swirling jazz beats to town. ...Emma Blackery
Club Academy
Saturday 22 February 2025
Since her debut EP release in 2013, it would be fair to say that Emma Blackery has made a name for herself as a force to be reckoned with in the music world. After having released five EPs to date, including Magnetised (which featured front...New Purple Celebration - The Music of Prince
Academy 2
Saturday 22 February 2025
Formerly known as Purple Rain, New Purple Celebration celebrate the life, legacy and The Music of Prince, with their brilliantly funky show featuring world class musicians delivering a non-stop 2 hour hit packed extravaganza. Expect to see,...Kvelertak
Academy 2
Sunday 23 February 2025
The Norwegian rock and metal band Kvelertak (translates to 'stranglehold' and is pronounced «Kuh-vell-er-taaaak») entered 2019 with bigger riffs and an even heavier sound. With Ivar Nikolaisen fronting the rejuvenated Kvelertak, the band ...Ash Sarkar - In Conversation
Academy 2
Tuesday 25 February 2025
Join political commentator Ash Sarkar to discuss her explosive debut Minority Rule, which reveals how the collective power of ordinary people is under attack We live under minority rule. But who is the ruling minority? Most of us are gettin...Paleface Swiss
Club Academy
Friday 28 February 2025
Switzerland's finest metal band. The guys from Zurich have destroyed everything that wasn't nailed down. Whether it was their last US tour as direct support for The Ghost Inside or the nearly sold-out tour with West Coast outfit Lionheart...
Natty
Academy 3
Friday 28 February 2025
Dubbed a 'soul-reggae crossover sensation' by The Telegraph, Natty (San Francisco born, London raised) was 'found" playing the open mic circuit and signed by Atlantic Records. Following his BBC performance on Later with Jools, his UK top 20...Fat Dog
Academy 1
Saturday 1 March 2025
Described by the NME as "2023's wildest live band", South London indie act Fat Dog's music has been described as containing elements of dance, punk and klezmer. ...Rhythm of the 90s
Club Academy
Saturday 1 March 2025
Rhythm of the 90s is the dance band to get any party started! Remember when rhythm was a dancer and groove was in the heart? This talented 7-piece band plays the best dance hits from this amazing decade and is the best fully live 90s dance ...Evil Blizzard
Manchester Academy, Manchester
Saturday 1 March 2025
Preston's Evil Blizzard are truly an enigma. Four bass players, a singing drummer. An array of rubber masks that will give both children and adults sleepless nights for days on end - they have a hard-earned reputation as one of the most ing...Suffocation
