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GloryhammerManchester · Sat, 21 Nov 2026
18:30 local time
Manchester Academy 2Manchester
About this event
Gloryhammer takes place at Manchester Academy 2, Manchester on Saturday, 21 November 2026, starting at 18:30 local time.
It is listed as Metal / Heavy Metal (Concerts).
Manchester Academy 2 holds around 950 people.
Manchester Academy 2 has 44 upcoming events on our calendar.
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Stay & get there
Nearest station
Manchester Oxford Road · Train station · 1.2 km · 20 min walk
Closest hotels
- Hyatt House Manchester510 m
- Hyatt Regency Manchester520 m
- Travelodge600 m
🛏️ Hotels near Manchester Academy 2
Check prices ↗Gloryhammer at Manchester Academy 2: show day guide
- Show starts
- 18:30
- Gloryhammer on stage(est.)
- 18:30
- Set length(est.)
- 1 hr
- Expected finish(est.)
- 19:30
- Getting there
- Manchester Oxford Road, 1.2 km (20 min walk)
- Parking
- On-site car park to the rear of the main Academy.
Estimated from the headliner's recent setlists and a typical running order. Venues publish exact stage times on the day, so check before you travel.
What to expect: recent setlist
From Midalidare Estate, Mogilovo on July 12, 2026
- 1The Land of Unicorns
- 2He Has Returned
- 3Fly Away
- 4Wasteland Warrior Hoots Patrol
- 5Gloryhammer
- 6On a Quest for Aberdeen
- 7Keeper of the Celestial Flame of Abernethy
- 8Universe on Fire
- 9Hootsforce
- 10The Unicorn Invasion of Dundee
Most played songs on this tour
- The Land of Unicorns×12
- He Has Returned×12
- Fly Away×12
- Wasteland Warrior Hoots Patrol×12
- Gloryhammer×12
- Keeper of the Celestial Flame of Abernethy×12
- Universe on Fire×12
- Hootsforce×12
- On a Quest for Aberdeen×11
- The Unicorn Invasion of Dundee×11
Setlist data: setlist.fm · Gloryhammer
Line-up
About Gloryhammer
Gloryhammer are a British power metal band founded by keyboardist Christopher Bowes, lead vocalist of the band Alestorm. Each member of the band represents a character in the story concept. Band members appear on stage in armour and costumes to represent their respective characters.
Venue: Manchester Academy 2
Oxford Road, Manchester, M13 9PR- Capacity
- 950
- Parking
- On-site car park to the rear of the main Academy. There is a barrier and customers will need pound coins to open it. Parking also available in nearby side streets.
- Accessible seating
- There is a passenger lift which allows access to all floors. Disabled toilet on all floors, these operate on the National RADAR scheme, a key is available at Reception. Unless stated, all shows are unreserved standing. For all Accessible Ticketing requirements, the venue should be contacted directly via the main reception on 0161 275 2930.
- Venue rules
- No food or drink to be brought into the venue. All children 14 or under should be accompanied by an adult at all times unless otherwise stated in the event informaton. Under 21's will be required to provide ID when purchasing alcohol.
- Children
- All children 14 or under should be accompanied by an adult at all times unless otherwise stated in the event informaton.
- Box office
- Venue Box Office: Mon - Fri: 10.00am - 4.00pm Union Reception: Mon - Fri: 4.00pm - 10.30pm. Sat: 6.00pm - 9.45pm. Sun: 6.00pm - 10.00pm
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Gloryhammer: FAQs
When is Gloryhammer?
Gloryhammer is scheduled for Saturday, 21 November 2026 at 18:30 local time.
Where is Gloryhammer taking place?
At Manchester Academy 2, Oxford Road, Manchester M13 9PR.
How much are tickets for Gloryhammer?
The ticket seller has not published a price range. Open the official listing to see current prices and available seats.
Is there parking at Manchester Academy 2?
On-site car park to the rear of the main Academy. There is a barrier and customers will need pound coins to open it. Parking also available in nearby side streets.
What songs will Gloryhammer play?
At their most recent show (12 July 2026, Mogilovo) Gloryhammer played 10 songs, including The Land of Unicorns, He Has Returned, Fly Away, Wasteland Warrior Hoots Patrol, and Gloryhammer.
Does Gloryhammer have other upcoming dates?
Yes — Gloryhammer has 9 upcoming dates, including Villeurbanne (21 Oct), Utrecht (25 Oct), and København (26 Oct).
What time does Gloryhammer go on stage?
Gloryhammer is expected on stage around 18:30. The show itself starts at 18:30 local time.
How long is Gloryhammer's set?
Recent shows ran to 10 songs, about 1 hr on stage, so expect to finish around 19:30.
Gloryhammer
Sat, 21 Nov 2026