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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.
9. Paramore
Paramore, fronted by vocal powerhouse Hayley Williams, will be performing in Manchester on Tuesday 18 April. They will be joined by special guests Bloc Party. There are only limited resale tickets left, starting at £234. (Photo: Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty Images for CBS Radio Inc.)
10. Michael Bublé
The Canadian crooner Michael Bublé will be performing two consecutive dates on Friday 21 and Saturday 22 April. There are limited tickets for the Friday, starting at £166, but there are plenty still available for the Saturday, starting at £87.50. (Photo by Andrew Chin/Getty Images)
11. Duran Duran
Classic British new wave band Duran Duran will be performing on Saturday 29 April. There are limited resale tickets still available starting at £198. (Photo by Theo Wargo/Getty Images for The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame)
12. Olly Murs
After concentrating on his TV career for a while, singer Olly Murs is back in the music business and will perform on Friday 5 May. Tickets start at £39.50. Credit: Getty Images for Bauer
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