Rockin' 1000
13°C · 76% rain
Rain very likely — waterproofs, not just a brolly.
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Rockin' 1000 is a musical project from Cesena, Italy, set to perform on 10 October 2026 at AO Arena in Manchester. The project involves over a thousand musicians playing and singing simultaneously during its concerts.
The Rockin'1000 is a musical project, originally created in Cesena (FC), Italy. Over a thousand musicians play and sing simultaneously at their concerts, with setlists composed mainly from well known rock music from different decades. The group was originally assembled in July 2015 as a way to ask the Foo Fighters to visit the town of Cesena, Italy.
Originally organized in a crowdfunding effort by Fabio Zaffagnini, the Rockin'1000 have made several subsequent appearances, and have been dubbed the "biggest band in the world". Their initial performance in 2015 was made under the direction of Marco Sabiu.
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Frequently asked questions
Rockin' 1000 takes place on Saturday, 10 October 2026.
Rockin' 1000 is held at AO Arena in Manchester (Victoria Station, Hunts Bank, Manchester, M3 1AR).
The forecast for Rockin' 1000 is Light drizzle · high 13°C, low 10°. Rain very likely — waterproofs, not just a brolly.
Yes — hotels within walking distance of AO Arena can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
Rockin' 1000 is performing at Rockin' 1000.
Tickets for Rockin' 1000 can be booked via ao-arena.com using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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The Rockin'1000 is a musical project, originally created in Cesena (FC), Italy. Over a thousand musicians play and sing simultaneously at their concerts, with setlists composed mainly from well known rock music from different decades. The group was originally assembled in July 2015 as a way to ask the Foo Fighters to visit the town of Cesena, Italy. Originally organized in a crowdfunding effort by Fabio Zaffagnini, the Rockin'1000 have made several subsequent appearances, and have been dubbed the "biggest band in the world". Their initial performance in 2015 was made under the direction of Marco Sabiu.
About this event
Rockin' 1000 is a musical project from Cesena, Italy, set to perform on 10 October 2026 at AO Arena in Manchester. The project involves over a thousand musicians playing and singing simultaneously during its concerts.
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The Rockin'1000 is a musical project, originally created in Cesena (FC), Italy. Over a thousand musicians play and sing simultaneously at their concerts, with setlists composed mainly from well known rock music from different decades. The group was originally assembled in July 2015 as a way to ask the Foo Fighters to visit the town of Cesena, Italy.
Originally organized in a crowdfunding effort by Fabio Zaffagnini, the Rockin'1000 have made several subsequent appearances, and have been dubbed the "biggest band in the world". Their initial performance in 2015 was made under the direction of Marco Sabiu.
Description supplied by the event organiser.
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AO ArenaVictoria Station, Hunts Bank, Manchester, M3 1AR
Deansgate, Manchester
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When is Rockin' 1000?
Rockin' 1000 takes place on Saturday, 10 October 2026.
Where is Rockin' 1000 taking place?
Rockin' 1000 is held at AO Arena in Manchester (Victoria Station, Hunts Bank, Manchester, M3 1AR).
What will the weather be like at Rockin' 1000?
The forecast for Rockin' 1000 is Light drizzle · high 13°C, low 10°. Rain very likely — waterproofs, not just a brolly.
Is there anywhere to stay near Rockin' 1000?
Yes — hotels within walking distance of AO Arena can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
Who is performing at Rockin' 1000?
Rockin' 1000 is performing at Rockin' 1000.
How do I get tickets for Rockin' 1000?
Tickets for Rockin' 1000 can be booked via ao-arena.com using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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