UK’s country music market expands with C2C Manchester

The move underscores the rapid growth of country music in the UK, which was outlined at yesterday's CMA International Summit

News By Lisa Henderson | 12 March 2026

C2C London © Luke Dyson

Country to Country Festival (C2C) will be exported to Manchester in 2027, in a move that underscores the rapid growth of country music in the UK. The three-day festival will take place at AO Arena, with additional stages around Manchester city centre, including New Century Hall.

Further details are yet to be announced.

Since launching at the O2 in London in 2013, C2C has expanded to OVO Hydro, Glasgow, and The SSE Arena, Belfast, presented by SJM Concerts, AEG Presents,…

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