Scruff of the Neck's NQ Takeover, Various Venues

Scruff of the Neck's NQ Takeover!

20 ARTISTS, 6 VENUES, 1 NIGHT… JOIN US FOR THE MANCHESTER ‘NQ TAKEOVER’!

On Friday 14th August 2026, we are showcasing 20 brand new bands across 6 venues in one night in the city’s cultural hub, the Northern Quarter. Although all shows are independent of one another (with their own headliners and support artists), the event has been planned to logistically allow a ‘gig-hopping’ approach whereby it is possible to watch part of all 18 performances!

A limited amount of 'All Access' festival style tickets will be available to purchase, allowing you to build your own gig and catch as many performances as you possibly can!

Artists A-Z:

All My Goodness, Bad Penny, BETS, BJ and The Whale Tails, Candar, Eva Kiss, FLOK, Gaz Kelly, HAZELEYE, Jack Edge, Lady Twostar, Low Highs, Mackenzie, remote, Sean Morrell, Shines, Sophie and the Silhouettes, TERRORBIRD, The Frowns, The Reminisce

Venues:

Aatma, Gullivers, Off The Square, Stage & Radio, The Castle, The Rat & Pigeon

Please note entry to venues is subject to capacity, and priority will be given to ticket holders for specific events. All shows are strictly 18+.