At The Blues Kitchen in Manchester: The Real Thing
Sunday, 6 December 2026 at The Blues Kitchen, Manchester
About this event
On Sunday, 6 December 2026, The Real Thing comes to The Blues Kitchen in Manchester.
One of Britain’s most-loved soul groups, The Real Thing are bringing their legendary sound to the Concert Hall.
Formed in 1972, the group went on to become one of the biggest names in British soul, funk and disco, with timeless hits including ‘You To Me Are Everything’, ‘Can’t Get By Without You’ and ‘Can You Feel the Force’. Their 1977 classic ‘Children of the Ghetto’ cemented their place in British music history.
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Original members - Chris Amoo and Dave Smith - continue to bring their unmistakable sound to the stage, backed by a live band and decades of experience. Expect huge vocals, soulful grooves and all the hits that have kept The Real Thing on the road for over 50 years.
Event details
- Date
- Sunday, 6 December 2026
- Time
- 19:00 – 23:00 local time
- Venue
- The Blues Kitchen
- Address
- 13 Quay St, M3 3HN, Manchester, United Kingdom
- Price
- Price not announced yet
- Category
- Other Events
Venue & getting there
13 Quay St, M3 3HN, Manchester
How to get to The Blues Kitchen
- Manchester Central railway stationTrain350 m
4 min walk - G-Mex MetrolinkTram / light rail400 m
5 min walk - Deansgate-Castlefield tram stopTram / light rail410 m
5 min walk
Parking
4 car parks within walking distance, the closest 130 m away.
Hotels near The Blues Kitchen
- Cloudair Hotel50 mCheck prices
- Moxy Manchester City80 mCheck prices
- Raddison Hotel Manchester250 mCheck prices
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Your visit to The Blues Kitchen
- Date
- Sunday, 6 December 2026
- Starts
- 19:00
- Getting there
- Manchester Central railway station (train), 350 m – about 4 min on foot
- Parking
- 4 car parks within walking distance, the closest 130 m away
- Staying nearby
- 9 hotels within walking distance; the closest is Cloudair Hotel (50 m)
Good to know
When is “The Real Thing”?
The Real Thing takes place on Sunday, 6 December 2026 at 19:00 local time.
Where is “The Real Thing” held?
Venue: The Blues Kitchen, 13 Quay St, M3 3HN, Manchester, United Kingdom.
How much are tickets for “The Real Thing”?
Prices have not been published yet. Follow the ticket link for the latest information from the official seller.
Where can I buy tickets for “The Real Thing”?
Tickets are sold through the official listing linked on this page, where you can check availability and the final price.
How do I get to The Blues Kitchen by public transport?
The closest stop is Manchester Central railway station (train), 350 m from The Blues Kitchen – roughly 4 minutes on foot.
Can I park near The Blues Kitchen?
There are 4 car parks within walking distance; the nearest is 130 m away.
