As one of the UK’s major cities, Manchester is a must-stop location for any touring musician – as the 2023 calendar for Manchester’s AO Arena proves.
It looks like it’s going to be a busy year for avid gig-goers this year, with acts from all around the world, performing music of all genres, set to come to play the 21,000 capacity arena. Sadly, there are several farewell tours on the roster, including Ozzy Osbourne, KISS and Elton John, as well as one big reunion from pop-punk heroes Blink-182.
All tickets can be purchased via Ticketmaster directly or the AO Arena website. Some of the shows are sold out, but Ticketmaster does have an official resale service.
Here is a selection of acts performing at the arena in 2023.
All tickets can be purchased via Ticketmaster directly or the AO Arena website. Some of the shows are sold out, but Ticketmaster does have an official resale service.
5. Panic! at the Disco
Panic! At The Disco’s sound has changed dramatically since their early emo days and now only one original member, Brendan Urie, remains in the band. They will be taking the stage on Friday 10 March as part of their Viva Las Vengeance tour. Tickets are still available, starting at £60.50. (Photo by Kevin Winter/Getty Images for dcp)
6. Lizzo
The multi-talented, three-time Grammy winner Lizzo will be performing on Saturday 11 March. Tickets are almost sold out, remaining resale tickets start at £202.85. (Photo: Kevin Winter/Getty Images)
7. Snoop Dogg
Hip-hop legend Snoop Dogg returns to Manchester on Wednesday 15 March. Tickets start at £67.10. (Photo by Paras Griffin/Getty Images for STARZ)
8. Tom Grennan
On Saturday 18 March, singer Tom Grennan will be performing in Manchester as part of his What Ifs & Maybes UK Tour. Tickets start at £30.50. (Photo by Anthony Devlin/Getty Images for BAUER)