Top rated Live music venues in Manchester, United Kingdom to elevate your visit (Updated February, 2024)

Top rated Live music venues in Manchester

Experience the best that Manchester has to offer with our curated list of top-rated places. Sorted by average review scores from venues boasting over 30 reviews, these establishments promise exceptional quality and experiences to elevate your visit in the city. This list contains 1.1K places from Live music venue category.

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House of Quirk

Hairdresser

👍👍 I have been a customer at the 'House ' since it opened having followed Tom from Knutsford. All the team are very friendly and professional and make you feel a bit special. Hannah did both my colour & cut on this occasion as Tom was not available when I was, I was very happy with the results and woul...

5.00 (437 reviews) (~30.1 km from centre)

Barnoldswick Music and Arts Centre

Live music venue

👍👍 . Small atmospheric venue. Brilliant performance Glen Campbell tribute group Jeff Jayton very emotional staff and setting superb .

5.00 (69 reviews) (~48.66 km from centre)

The Metal Monocle

Bar

👍👍 Absolutely love going to The Metal Monocle, love the building, great selection of drinks, staff are always really friendly and nothing is ever too much trouble, have visited a few times and will be going back soon, great selection of tunes 🖤

$$ $$

4.90 (317 reviews) (~119.56 km from centre)

Nozstock The Hidden Valley

Festival

Energised sonic affair spread across 8 stages, with arts and crafts, dance workshops and camping.

4.90 (297 reviews) (~142.45 km from centre)

JT Soar

Live music venue

4.90 (158 reviews) (~94.08 km from centre)

The Apothecary Tap

Bar

👍👍 The Apothecary Tap is a great little indie bar and bottle shop in Banbury and is by far the best place to drink in town. There's plenty of different beers on tap and also loads in the fridge too, as well as other drink selections. They sometimes have pop up pizza nights, comedy and music nights, and...

4.90 (105 reviews) (~169.08 km from centre)

Grumpy's-GB Motorcycles

Live music venue

👍👍 I had heard of Grumpys but never able to go down due to work and family commitments, Until………………… I got a job there! As soon as I walked through the door, I felt at home, straight away, I LOVE IT 😁 The atmosphere and the people who frequent this bar are all ultra friendly, I didn’t feel uncomfortab...

4.90 (98 reviews) (~48.46 km from centre)

Tailors Gin

Bar

👍👍 Best Gin bar ever! Amazing atmosphere, decor, with a fab selection of drinks. It's not often you find a place with genuine soul... service with a smile too, will defo be returning soon

4.90 (87 reviews) (~58.57 km from centre)

The People's Orchestra

Live music venue

👍👍 I joined the Shrewsbury branch of TSPC in 2022 when it first started. It has been so lovely to learn great songs, perform in a variety of locations, and make so many new friends. Coming together with all choirs and the orchestra is very very special. And I feel very proud to be a part of it. Highly...

4.90 (76 reviews) (~107.88 km from centre)

Plot 22

Night club

👍👍 Great space! Banging tunes! Supportive staff from the ground to the very top! Amazing community spirit, involvement and work across the board for anyone with a ear for music! 5 Stars!!!!! 🤩

4.90 (69 reviews) (~52.9 km from centre)

Wroot Rocks

Live music venue

👍👍 Amber and Neil do a fantastic job, quality acts and are always made to feel welcome. Great night out.

4.90 (62 reviews) (~87.5 km from centre)

The Foundry

Live music venue

👍👍 Steampunk Murder Mystery Night... Wow. The service, welcome, food and venue was amazing... We went as a group of four and had an amazing time. Drinks were great, and food was a buffet (mixed) and as one of our party said.. "I could eat this and nothing else - For the rest of my life!" It truly was s...

4.90 (60 reviews) (~187.01 km from centre)

Happy Valley Venue & Glamping in Norfolk

Wedding venue

👍👍 We had our wedding celebration at Happy Valley in July 2023 and it was the best weekend of our lives. The happy memories will last us a lifetime. We truly believe that this is a magical place, you can feel the love that has been channelled into the site. From our first visit in November 2021, we kne...

4.90 (52 reviews) (~204.28 km from centre)

Baba yagas house

Bar

👍👍 Love this place. Cocktails are so good. You can even pick up a piece of art....

4.90 (47 reviews) (~181.4 km from centre)

Tannerfest

Live music venue

👍👍 As small festivals go this one is not to be beaten. Great camping site and facilities....cheap beer profits to charity good food and fantastic music on 2 stages

4.90 (42 reviews) (~155.13 km from centre)

The Twisted Tongue

Bar

4.90 (40 reviews) (~147.78 km from centre)

Gorilla Beer Hall

Live music venue

👍👍 Brilliant small venue. Nice outdoor area with seating next to canal. Small indoor hall with stage, good bar, food order point, balcony area with loos. Bar staff were superb, all support staff were great. Loos very clean. Lovely friendly atmosphere. Looking forward to going again soon.

4.90 (38 reviews) (~63.11 km from centre)

Brudenell Social Club

Live music venue

Old working man's club with 1950s decor hosting up and coming (and some surprisingly huge) bands.

$ $$$

4.80 (4K reviews) (~57.67 km from centre)

Pasture

Steak house

Upscale steakhouse fare with craft cocktails & full bar in an elevated mid-century-inspired space.

$$$ $

4.80 (2.5K reviews) (~226.92 km from centre)

Stables Theatre Ltd

Performing arts theater

Performing arts theatre and music venue for concerts, shows and educational activities, plus a cafe.

4.80 (1.9K reviews) (~192.98 km from centre)

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Top rated Live music venues in Manchester, United Kingdom