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It is no secret that Manchester’s music scene is legendary, boasting some of the most iconic acts in the industry to emerge such as; The Smiths, Oasis and The Stone Roses. However, even at present day the city is home to great live music venues paving the way for the still evolving underground scene. If you're in Manchester then should checkout these recommended venues.

Deaf Institute

If you’re after a late night with friends grabbing a drink and catching a band then ‘The Deaf Institute’ is the place to head to. A late-night staple with a quirky interior spanning over three floors, where gig goers can fulfil their rock and roll desires till their heart’s content at a venue brimming with upcoming talent. It is no wonder it is one of the best small venues in Manchester with a previous list of rising stars such as; Marmozets, Drenge and Peace gracing its stage.

Night and Day

Another impressive live music venue is ‘Night and Day Café’, a place that during its 20 years in action has welcomed an array of music genres: folk, indie and even electronica. Name a band and they have most likely played here, Arctic Monkeys, Johnny Marr and Mumford and Sons have! Manchester is a brimming pot of indie.

Deaf Institute Gigs

22/01/2025 - The Early November
26/01/2025 - High Fade
30/01/2025 - Joshua Radin, Ellen Krauss
01/02/2025 - Dylan Sinclair
04/02/2025 - Surf Trash
08/02/2025 - The Hara
12/02/2025 - Peter Perrett
14/02/2025 - Pentire
15/02/2025 - Mad Dog Mcrea
16/02/2025 - Blanco
19/02/2025 - Carter Vail
21/02/2025 - Calum Bowie
22/02/2025 - Arkayla
23/02/2025 - Spirit of the Beehive
24/02/2025 - Black Foxxes
27/02/2025 - Sam Roberts Band
01/03/2025 - Jamie Miller
02/03/2025 - Jhariah
06/03/2025 - The Pale White
07/03/2025 - Wille & The Bandits

Night and Day Gigs

30/01/2025 - Willie Watson, Blessing
19/02/2025 - Litany
06/03/2025 - Swim Deep with Bill Ryder-Jones
18/03/2025 - Nathan Evans
21/03/2025 - Pete Wylie The Mighty WAH!
23/03/2025 - Allt, Atlas
22/05/2025 - Audioweb
28/10/2025 - From Fall to Spring