Special Sonic the Hedgehog concert coming to Manchester for big anniversary - how to get tickets

A special concert dedicated to Sonic the Hedgehog will be held in Manchester next year as the popular character celebrates his 35th anniversary. The animated mammal made his debut in the self-titled video game , released on the Sega Genesis console back in 1991.

Since then, there have been numerous Sonic games as well as comic books, TV shows and even a series of movies starring Jim Carrey as the villainous Dr Robotnik. To coincide with its 35th year celebrations, a new concert experience will debut in the US later this year which aims to bring together the music and moments of the beloved video games to the stage. Click here for the latest on Manchester's food & drink scene, gigs and more in our CityLife newsletter With the help of a live ensemble alongside rock musicians, vocalists, and electronic elements, the special Sonic Live In Concert show will feature the beloved soundtrack from the very first game up to modern releases like Shadow Generations and Sonic Superstars and will serve as a chance to celebrate the creative legacy of legendary composers Jun Senoue and Tomoya Ohtani. Fan-favourite tracks will be accompanied by synchronized HD footage of iconic levels, moments and boss battles from the franchises with musical Easter eggs also woven into the arrangements for fans to discover.

Led by SEGA and promoter and production company Senbla, who have worked on shows for the likes of Diana Ross, Robbie Williams and Duran Duran, the show will debut in Washington on September 20. Sonic in Concert will get its European premiere in London on September 30 before returning to the UK in February 2027 for a set of four performances. Alongside dates in Glasgow, Edinburgh and Birmingham, there will be a show at Manchester’s Bridgewater Hall on February 19, 2027. Tickets will go on general sale on Friday (May 29) at 10am but there will be a number of pre-sale opportunities on Thursday (May 28) from 10am.

Tickets will be available from Ticketmaster . According to the Bridgewater Hall website, where tickets can also be bought , tickets will be priced between £35.25 to £74.25, which includes a standard £4.75 booking fee. "Sonic has some of the most distinct and celebrated music in gaming," says Ollie Rosenblatt, CEO of Senbla. "We wanted to create a live show that stays true to what the fans love about Sonic's music, from the electronic and melodic themes to high-energy rock." “Music has always been a core part of Sonic’s identity, shaping how fans experience this world across generations," said Ivo Gerscovich, Chief Business & Brand Officer at SEGA of America, Inc.

"With this concert, we’re looking forward to celebrating that legacy in a live setting; bringing together the energy, emotion, and creativity of Sonic’s music in a way that both longtime fans and new audiences can enjoy together.” September 30, 2026 – London, U.K. – London Eventim Apollo February 17, 2027 – Glasgow, UK – Royal Concert Hall February 18, 2027 – Edinburgh, UK – Usher Hall February 19, 2027 – Manchester, UK – Bridgewater Hall February 20, 2027 – Birmingham, UK – Symphony Hall