Outbreak Fest 2026
Sarah Pagel · 19 March 2026
Outbreak Fest is the UK's leading independent festival for hardcore punk and alternative music, primarily held in Manchester. It celebrates underground counterculture by showcasing a diverse lineup of international artists across genres including emo, hip-hop, and metalcore.
What Outbreak Fest offers
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Where you'll be
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Bowlers Exhibition Centre
Longbridge Road, Trafford Park, Stretford, Manchester M17 1EH, United Kingdom
Local Currency: GBP
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19 March 2026
