Big Country + The Alarm
Big Country and The Alarm share a bill at the O2 Ritz Manchester, with two British rock bands formed in 1981 performing in the city.
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Big Country + The Alarm: on Monday 30 November 2026 at 19:00, at O2 Ritz Manchester (M1 5NQ Manchester). Tickets available.
Checked on 13 November 2026.
Overview
Big Country and The Alarm share a bill at the O2 Ritz Manchester, with two British rock bands formed in 1981 performing in the city.
Big Country are a Scottish rock band formed in Dunfermline, Fife, in 1981. With an anthemic guitar sound, the group released the album The Crossing in 1983, which reached number three in the UK.
The Alarm is a British alternative rock band formed in Wales in 1981. Signed to the label I.R.S. Records, the group released its debut album, Declaration, in 1984. Both acts began in 1981, so this bill pairs two groups of the same generation of British rock.
The concert takes place at the O2 Ritz Manchester, a venue that hosts concerts and shows in the city. The evening suits listeners interested in British rock from the early 1980s.
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Artists
Big Country
Big Country are a Scottish rock band formed in Dunfermline, Fife, in 1981. Known for their anthemic guitar sound, they released the album The Crossing in 1983, which reached number three in the UK.
The Alarm
The Alarm is a British alternative rock band formed in Wales in 1981. The group was signed to the label I.R.S. Records and released its debut album, Declaration, in 1984.
Getting there
O2 Ritz Manchester
O2 Ritz Manchester is a venue on Whitworth Street West in Manchester, United Kingdom, that mainly hosts concerts.
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- Whitworth Street West, M1 5NQ Manchester
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Frequently asked questions
Where does Big Country + The Alarm take place?
Big Country + The Alarm takes place at O2 Ritz Manchester (M1 5NQ Manchester).
When does Big Country + The Alarm take place?
The scheduled date is 30 November 2026 at 19:00.
What time does Big Country + The Alarm start?
Time listed for Big Country + The Alarm: 19:00 on 30 November 2026 at O2 Ritz Manchester. It may be when doors open rather than the start; the exact time is on the ticket.
Who is the support act for Big Country in Manchester?
The support act for Big Country is The Alarm. The exact running order is confirmed by O2 Ritz Manchester on the night.
Are tickets still available for Big Country + The Alarm?
Tickets were available to book at the ticket seller at the last check.
How do I get to O2 Ritz Manchester?
O2 Ritz Manchester is located at Whitworth Street West, M1 5NQ Manchester. Public transport is recommended; full directions are on the venue page.
How do I book tickets for Big Country + The Alarm?
Tickets can be booked at the ticket seller, through a link from TicketPiazza: https://ticketpiazza.com/gb/go/tickets?event=tour-big-country-the-alarm-manchester.
What type of event is Big Country + The Alarm?
Big Country + The Alarm is classified as “Blues, country & folk” in the TicketPiazza listings.
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