
An Xmas Afternoon Of Indie Indie For The Over 30s
Sat 5 Dec · 15:00
The Deaf Institute
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An Xmas Afternoon Of Indie Indie For The Over 30s will be held on 5 December 2026 at The Deaf Institute in Manchester. This festive event is part of a series that has previously sold out and features various performers. Ticket prices can be checked on the event website.
After numerous sold out events at The Deaf Institute, the U.K’s biggest indie party returns to Manchester for a special festive afternoon of non-stop indie bangers this December
Strictly over 30s only, this is one for the slightly older indie kids. Times: 3pm-7pm
We’ve hosted indie events in 17 other cities too
Brought to you Old School Indie Feeling Gloomy (turning 20 this year) & Age Against The Machine our DJs will be playing a mix of indie classics from across the decades so whether you were an 70s punk, 80s new waver, 90s britpopper or early 00s poser they’ll be something for everyone.
We’ve played indie at Glasto, Isle of Wight, Latitude, Green Man, Standon, Camp Bestival and even main stage at Knebworth (but probably not the year you are thinking of), so we know our indie onions.
The party will finish at 7pm so you can head down the pub to continue your night our or you could just go home and watch some Saturday night TV with a take away.
There is a strict door policy of no under 30s, so bring ID as you will be asked to show it upon entry
“A feast of floppy-fringed floor-fillers” – Time Out
Recommended as one of the U.K’s top indie parties by BBC Radio 6
What to expect: The best in indie from: Bowie, Pulp, Clash, Jam, Cure, Joy Division, Stone Roses, Smiths, New Order, Strokes, Supergrass, Kinks, Franz Ferdinand, Nirvana, Ash, Rolling Stones, Who, Primal Scream, Killers, Sultans of Ping, Buzzcocks, Ramones, Specials, Blondie, Hole, Madness, La’s, Weezer, Cardigans, Housemartins, Coral, Undertones, Inspiral Carpets, Bloc Party, Beatles, Yeah Yeah Yeahs, Radiohead, Suede, Echo and The Bunnymen, Pixies plus the odd bit of rock n roll, soul, northern soul and ska!
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Frequently asked questions
An Xmas Afternoon Of Indie Indie For The Over 30s takes place on Saturday, 5 December 2026 at 15:00. The event runs until Sunday, 6 December 2026.
An Xmas Afternoon Of Indie Indie For The Over 30s is held at The Deaf Institute in Manchester (135 Grosvenor St, Manchester M1 7HE, UK, Manchester).
Yes — hotels within walking distance of The Deaf Institute can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
Tickets for An Xmas Afternoon Of Indie Indie For The Over 30s can be booked via thedeafinstitute.co.uk using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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An Xmas Afternoon Of Indie Indie For The Over 30s
Editorial Summary
An Xmas Afternoon Of Indie Indie For The Over 30s will be held on 5 December 2026 at The Deaf Institute in Manchester. This festive event is part of a series that has previously sold out and features various performers. Ticket prices can be checked on the event website.
This summary was automatically generated from event data sourced from official ticketing providers.
Organiser’s full description
After numerous sold out events at The Deaf Institute, the U.K’s biggest indie party returns to Manchester for a special festive afternoon of non-stop indie bangers this December
Strictly over 30s only, this is one for the slightly older indie kids. Times: 3pm-7pm
We’ve hosted indie events in 17 other cities too
Brought to you Old School Indie Feeling Gloomy (turning 20 this year) & Age Against The Machine our DJs will be playing a mix of indie classics from across the decades so whether you were an 70s punk, 80s new waver, 90s britpopper or early 00s poser they’ll be something for everyone.
We’ve played indie at Glasto, Isle of Wight, Latitude, Green Man, Standon, Camp Bestival and even main stage at Knebworth (but probably not the year you are thinking of), so we know our indie onions.
The party will finish at 7pm so you can head down the pub to continue your night our or you could just go home and watch some Saturday night TV with a take away.
There is a strict door policy of no under 30s, so bring ID as you will be asked to show it upon entry
“A feast of floppy-fringed floor-fillers” – Time Out
Recommended as one of the U.K’s top indie parties by BBC Radio 6
What to expect: The best in indie from: Bowie, Pulp, Clash, Jam, Cure, Joy Division, Stone Roses, Smiths, New Order, Strokes, Supergrass, Kinks, Franz Ferdinand, Nirvana, Ash, Rolling Stones, Who, Primal Scream, Killers, Sultans of Ping, Buzzcocks, Ramones, Specials, Blondie, Hole, Madness, La’s, Weezer, Cardigans, Housemartins, Coral, Undertones, Inspiral Carpets, Bloc Party, Beatles, Yeah Yeah Yeahs, Radiohead, Suede, Echo and The Bunnymen, Pixies plus the odd bit of rock n roll, soul, northern soul and ska!
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📍 Venue
The Deaf Institute135 Grosvenor St, Manchester M1 7HE, UK, Manchester
Hulme, Manchester
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When is An Xmas Afternoon Of Indie Indie For The Over 30s?
An Xmas Afternoon Of Indie Indie For The Over 30s takes place on Saturday, 5 December 2026 at 15:00. The event runs until Sunday, 6 December 2026.
Where is An Xmas Afternoon Of Indie Indie For The Over 30s taking place?
An Xmas Afternoon Of Indie Indie For The Over 30s is held at The Deaf Institute in Manchester (135 Grosvenor St, Manchester M1 7HE, UK, Manchester).
Is there anywhere to stay near An Xmas Afternoon Of Indie Indie For The Over 30s?
Yes — hotels within walking distance of The Deaf Institute can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
How do I get tickets for An Xmas Afternoon Of Indie Indie For The Over 30s?
Tickets for An Xmas Afternoon Of Indie Indie For The Over 30s can be booked via thedeafinstitute.co.uk using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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