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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

06/10/2026 - Sebastian Schub
11/10/2026 - Jared Benjamin
13/10/2026 - Nectar Woode
18/10/2026 - Bobbie Dazzle
19/10/2026 - Grace Gachot
20/10/2026 - World News
23/10/2026 - Kita Alexander
23/10/2026 - KHAKIKID
24/10/2026 - James Smith
26/10/2026 - Catch
27/10/2026 - Any Young Mechanic
27/10/2026 - Brown Horse
29/10/2026 - Jamie Grey
30/10/2026 - Formal Sppeedwear
31/10/2026 - Rikas
01/11/2026 - KIBO
04/11/2026 - Worldpeace DMT
07/11/2026 - The Wran
08/11/2026 - Flawed Mangoes
10/11/2026 - Chasing Abbey

Night and Day Gigs

07/10/2026 - alexsucks
08/10/2026 - Dylan Flynn and the Dead Poets
14/10/2026 - Jude York
08/11/2026 - Stu Larsen
17/11/2026 - Liz Lawrence
22/11/2026 - Gabriella Cilmi
09/12/2026 - Sam Shackleton