Screeching weasel at Manchester Academy, Manchester

Screeching weasel are playing Manchester Academy in Manchester on Friday, 8 May 2026. Doors open at 7:30pm, with the night wrapping by 11pm. This listing is part of the Manchester grass-roots gig directory — browse more upcoming Manchester gigs there.

American punk rock screeching weasel plus special guests 4ft fingers and openers kicked in the teeth.

Venue: Manchester Academy, Manchester

About Screeching weasel

Screeching weasel headlines this Manchester gig on Friday, 8 May 2026. Listening before the night helps you decide if the bill matches your taste.

About Manchester Academy

Manchester Academy is one of Manchester's grass-roots venues on GigXchange — the kind of small-capacity room where you can stand close to the band and the bill changes every week. Capacity, age policy and door fee vary per night, so always cross-check with the gig details panel or the venue's own page closer to the date.

Planning your Manchester night

Grass-roots gigs in Manchester are intimate by design: most rooms cap below 200, the band is on stage close to the floor, and the support acts often deserve as much attention as the headliner. Arrive within thirty minutes of doors to catch the openers and pick a sightline you're happy with.

Entry hasn't been published — bring £5–£15 cash to be safe, or check the venue's social channels for advance ticketing.

Travelling? Check the map below for the exact location of Manchester Academy, or jump to the Manchester live music hub for what else is on around the same time.