Manchester Arena, Manchester — Concerts & Setlists
Explore 17 concerts at Manchester Arena in Manchester, United Kingdom.
About Manchester Arena
Manchester Arena is a live music venue in Manchester. Gigvault tracks every show that has happened here — setlists, attended bands and the fans who were there. Browse the venue's full concert history, see who recently played and find friends who were at the same show.
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Manchester Arena on record
Gigvault documents 17 concerts at Manchester Arena, spanning 2013 to 2020. The busiest year on record is 2015, with 5 shows. 14 different acts have played here, and Liam Payne has come back most often (2 times).
Manchester Arena — Venue information
Beneath its iconic arched roof, Manchester Arena pulses as the city's grand sonic cathedral, a colossal space where collective energy elevates every note. From the stadium-rock thunder of global legends to the shimmering spectacle of pop titans and the intricate narratives of modern R&B, this venue consistently stages the world's biggest acts, transforming epic scale into an intimate, electrifying communion. Expect a roaring sea of voices, hands raised in unison, and a state-of-the-art production that wraps you wholly in the performance. More than just a stop on a world tour, it's a cornerstone of Manchester's vibrant musical identity, solidifying its place as a powerhouse in the global live music landscape. This is where monumental memories are forged, echoing long after the final chord fades.
Recent bands at Manchester Arena
- Slipknot
- KISS
- Slayer
- Iron Maiden
Other venues in Manchester
- Academy
- O2 Ritz
- O2 Apollo Manchester
- Co-op Live
- O2 Victoria Warehouse Manchester
- Manchester Gorilla
- Band On The Wall.
- Manchester The Deaf Institute.
Concerts at Manchester Arena
Concerts at Manchester Arena by month
When Manchester Arena was busiest, and who was on stage.
- November 2019 — 2 concerts: Liam Payne, Mark Ronson
- October 2015 — 2 concerts: One Direction
- March 2015 — 2 concerts: McBusted
- May 2013 — 2 concerts: Meat Loaf, Liberty X
Concerts at Manchester Arena with setlists
The most recent shows here for which Gigvault holds a full song list.
- Liam Payne — 2019-11-17, 4 songs played
- Mark Ronson — 2019-11-17, 1 song played
- Britney Spears — 2018-08-18, 27 songs played
- Liam Payne — 2018-07-14, 3 songs played
- Flight of the Conchords — 2018-06-28, 17 songs played
- Neil Diamond — 2017-10-01, 29 songs played
- Black Sabbath — 2017-01-22, 17 songs played
- One Direction — 2015-10-04, 25 songs played
- One Direction — 2015-10-03, 25 songs played
- S Club — 2015-05-08, 22 songs played
Track your Manchester Arena shows
- Search for Manchester Arena on Gigvault.
- Mark every show you've attended at this venue.
- Save setlists, upload photos and tag friends.
- Your venue history feeds your Concert Wrapped automatically.
Frequently asked questions
What concerts are coming up at Manchester Arena?
All upcoming shows at Manchester Arena in Manchester, United Kingdom are listed live at the top of this page – including tour dates, headliners and support acts.
Who has played at Manchester Arena?
The full concert history of Manchester Arena – from setlists to past headliners – is in the "Past Shows" section. Setlists are pulled automatically from setlist.fm and the Gigvault community.
How do I track which shows I've been to at Manchester Arena?
Create a free Gigvault account and mark shows at Manchester Arena as attended. Your venue history flows into your Concert Wrapped and stats automatically.
Where do I find the setlist of my show at Manchester Arena?
Open the past show in question – you'll see the full setlist, the date and other fans who were at the same concert at Manchester Arena.
Is Gigvault free for Manchester Arena?
Yes. Tracking shows, saving setlists and building your Manchester Arena concert history is 100% free – no subscription, no ads.