the north at The Deaf Institute, Manchester

the north are playing The Deaf Institute in Manchester on Friday, 22 May 2026. Doors open at 6pm, with the night wrapping by 9pm. This listing is part of the Manchester grass-roots gig directory — browse more upcoming Manchester gigs there.

Formed in February 2025, but with a live show which outshines that of groups five times their age and experience, the north are the latest and greatest export of Leeds’ longstanding, fervent indie scene. Fronted by singer/guitarist Billy Memphis, the group have spent the past 12 months building up a reputation as one of the country’s most exciting new acts – though they’re not too fussed about the hype train. “Fuck trying to be cool or mysterious, we wanna be us,” says Billy, “If it’s to ten people or ten million.”

Venue: The Deaf Institute, Manchester

More info: https://www.thedeafinstitute.co.uk/event/the-north/

Source: www.thedeafinstitute.co.uk

About the north

the north headlines this Manchester gig on Friday, 22 May 2026. Listening before the night helps you decide if the bill matches your taste.

About The Deaf Institute

The Deaf Institute 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 The Deaf Institute, or jump to the Manchester live music hub for what else is on around the same time.