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Charli XCX announces massive Manchester arena gig as part of long-awaited UK and European tour

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Emily Sergeant Emily Sergeant - 11th September 2026

Charli XCX has finally given UK fans the news they’ve been waiting for.

After the genre-bending popstar announced back in June a series of US gigs this autumn to support and celebrate the release of her eighth studio album Music, Fashion, Film – which was met with critical acclaim following its release in late July – fans in her home country were wondering when she would announce UK dates to accompany these.

The 34-year-old been had hinting at a UK and European leg of the Music, Fashion, Film Tour on social media over the past couple of months, but nothing was set in stone as of yet.

Then last night, Charli took to Twitter to announce that she ‘finally’ had some information coming today (11 September), and then followed it up with a teaser video – sending fans into a frenzy.

And now, it has been announced this morning that Charli XCX will be taking to the Co-op Live stage early next year.

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Support on the UK and European leg of the Music, Fashion, Film Tour will come from US popstar Audrey Hobert.

Hobert has been having somewhat of a star-making year herself in 2026 following the release of her own critically acclaimed debut album, Who’s The Clown?, last year – with her streams racking up daily and drawing in massive crowds on the festival circuit this summer.

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Charli XCX – Music, Fashion, Film Tour UK & EU Dates 2027

  • 13 February – 3Arena, Dublin
  • 15 February – OVO Hydro, Glasgow
  • 17 February – Co-op Live, Manchester
  • 19 February – The O2, London
  • 22 February – Ziggo Dome, Amsterdam
  • 24 February – Accor Arena, Paris

Upon release back in July, Music, Fashion, Film the album received acclaim from music critics, who praised its lyrical honesty and experimental production, as Charli took a sonic journey away from the undeniable mega hit that was her 2024 album BRAT, and into ‘Rock Music’ territory.

Music, Fashion, Film topped the charts in the UK and Australia, as well as in Belgium, Hungary, and New Zealand, while reaching the top 10 in countless other countries – including the US.

Charli XCX will be bringing the Music, Fashion, Film Tour to Manchester‘s Co-op Live on Wednesday 17 February 2027, and tickets will go on sale next week.

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Presales, including Co-op Member Presale, begin on Wednesday 16 September at 9am, before general sale starts on Friday 18 September, again at 9am.

Get tickets when they go live here.

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Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live is roaring back into Manchester with a brand-new show next year

Emily Sergeant Emily Sergeant

Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live will be roaring back into Manchester with a brand-new show early next year.

Following the runaway success of last year’s Glow-N-Fire show – named the Pollstar Family Show of the Year – Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live has announced that it’ll be making a big return to Manchester’s AO Arena in early 2027 with an all-new show called Colour Bash.

Colour Bash takes the action to a whole new level, transforming the arena into a full-throttle collision of colour.

Manchester audiences can expect vibrant paint-splattered trucks, bursts of colour, and electrifying lighting turn every smash and crash into a vivid spectacle for the whole family.

A description for the event reads: “When the mischievous Skelesaurus drains all the colour from Monster Truck Island, it’s up to the crew of Rhinomite, Mega Wrex, Tiger Shark, Bone Shaker, and Bigfoot to win it back – one massive stunt at a time, joined by a mysterious new ally – to be revealed this fall.”

Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live will first be pulling up in London at The O2 in January 2027, then going on to visit Glasgow and Birmingham, before arriving here in Manchester on Saturday 17 and Sunday 18 April 2027.

“Colour Bash is the most vibrant Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live experience we’ve ever created,” said Ken Hudgens, who is the CEO of Family Entertainment Live.

Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live is roaring back into Manchester with a brand-new show next year / Credit: Supplied

“We took everything fans love about the show – the massive trucks, the jaw-dropping stunts, the can’t-look-away energy – and supercharged it with colour. It’s a brand-new way to experience the action live, and we can’t wait to bring it to families in the UK in 2027.”

Before the trucks take the floor, ticket holders can add on the Pre-Show Party for an up-close, hands-on experience.

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And then for fans who want the ultimate day out, a range of VIP packages are available to book, offering exclusive pre-show access, official VIP merchandise, and the chance to get up close with the Hot Wheels Monster Trucks before all the smashing and crashing begins.

Find out more and book tickets from £25 here when they go on presale on 16 and 17 September, and general sale on Friday 18 September.

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Jane McDonald at AO Arena, Manchester – tickets, times and more for UK tour

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The lovely people of Manchester are ‘Living The Dream’ because Wakefield wonder-woman Jane McDonald is bringing her tour to AO Arena.

Making her British TV screen debut nearly 30 years ago on The Cruise, before joining the Loose Women panel and going on to present a whole host of travel shows including Cruising with Jane McDonald, now this Wakefield legend returns to AO Arena.

This latest tour, named after her 2026 LP Living The Dream, will see Jane singing hits from both past and present including a couple of covers too.

Earlier this year, Jane’s Mighty Hoopla performance went viral online after she commanded the stage in a red leather jacket, donning a singular rainbow hair extension while belting out RAYE’s ‘Where Is My Husband!’

Audio North even got the opportunity to interview this legendary lady when she visited her hometown HMV store in Wakefield for an exclusive album signing – Oh look, it’s me!

Gig guide – Jane McDonald at AO Arena, Manchester

Jane McDonald UK tour dates

  • Sat 29 August – Blackpool, UK – Blackpool Opera House
  • Sun 30 August – Blackpool, UK – Blackpool Opera House
  • Tue 1 September – Newcastle, UK – O2 City Hall
  • Wed 2 September – Aberdeen, UK – P&J Live
  • Fri 4 September – Glasgow, UK – SEC Armadillo
  • Sat 5 September – Edinburgh, UK – Usher Hall
  • Mon 7 September – Brighton, UK – Brighton Centre
  • Tue 8 September – Nottingham, UK – Motorpoint Arena
  • Thu 10 September – Manchester, UK – AO Arena
  • Fri 11 September – Liverpool, UK – M&S Bank Arena
  • Sat 12 September – Birmingham, UK – Utilita Arena
  • Tue 15 September – London, UK – London Palladium
  • Wed 16 September – London, UK – London Palladium
  • Sat 19 September – Belfast, UK – Waterfront Hall
  • Sun 20 September – Belfast, UK – Waterfront Hall
  • Wed 23 September – Sheffield, UK – Utilita Arena
  • Thu 24 September – Bournemouth, UK – Bournemouth International Centre
  • Fri 25 September – Cardiff, UK – Utilita Arena
  • Sat 26 September – Leeds, UK – First Direct Arena

Are there any tickets left for Jane McDonald at AO Arena in Manchester?

Jane McDonald is visiting AO Arena in Manchester city centre on Thursday 10 September and you’ve still got time to bag yourself a seat or two.

Don’t be left saying ‘How Do I Move On’ without seeing this Wakefield performer live, as there’s still a variety of tickets available HERE.

Tickets are priced from as low as £26.50 each.

Jane McDonald setlist for 2026 UK tour

The Wakefield wonder-woman’s latest album Living The Dream was released in March and considering the tour is named after this impressive LP, we’re sure fans can expect to hear quite a few tracks from this album.

  • Living The Dream
  • I’ll Not Be Beaten
  • You Don’t Know What You Got
  • Don’t Mind If I Do
  • The Hand That Leads Me
  • Ain’t Gonna Beg
  • I Will Always Love You
  • Islands in the Stream
  • Jolene
  • 9 to 5
  • You’re My World
  • Where Is My Husband!
  • Let the Light In
  • Cake by the Ocean
  • Jai Ho!
  • APT.
  • Right Where I Belong
  • How Do I Move On
  • Beautiful Soul
  • All By Myself
  • You Still Lead Me

Of course, Jane also loves to cover a tune or two, and we’ll never forget her renditions of ‘Cake By The Ocean’, ‘Jai Ho’ or ‘APT.’.

What are the stage times for Jane McDonald in Manchester?

The doors for Jane McDonald’s Living The Dream Tour in Manchester are set for 6.30pm with the event set to start at 7.30pm.

AO Arena has a curfew of 11pm meaning you have enough time to dash home and eat ‘Cake by the (Sofa)’ before ringing in the new day.

Getting to AO Arena

Tram

For those of you heading to AO Arena, luckily, it’s connected to Manchester Victoria Station, and it has an integrated Metrolink stop to make your life even easier.

Head along the pink, light blue or yellow lines directly to the Victoria stop, and you can get off the tram literally spitting distance from the arena. You can find the full map HERE.

Train

Considering this live entertainment venue is situated right in the middle of one of Manchester’s most frequented stations, concertgoers should find no problem getting to the arena, wherever they are.

Bus

A variety of buses cover AO Arena and Victoria Station on their route, such as the 2 bus, which stops just a one-minute walk away from the venue.

A full list of buses and their routes can be found HERE.

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Getting there by car and parking

The Arena has its own official CitiPark, with 958 car parking spaces, including 40 Blue Badge parking bays, which can be booked in advance.

Alternatively, anyone attending a gig can park at their nearest train station and jump on a train service or the various Metrolink park and ride facilities.

Walk/cycle

Greater Manchester now also offers the option to hire bikes through the Beryl app, with riders able to locate, unlock, get to their destination and then safely lock up the bike all through an easy-to-use app.

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