Futures and Pasts: A Festival Celebrating 50 Years of The Fall
In the summer of 1976, a group of friends who were interested in poetry and music decided they were going to form a band. The resulting sound, attitude, look and ambition was like nothing else around them, either locally across Manchester or elsewhere around the world. Driven by a proletarian work ethic, Mark E Smith carried this on relentlessly for over forty years.
Now, for the first time, a festival is set to honour the seismic legacy and continuing influence of The Fall. Five decades on from their formation, it would be hard to image our cultural landscape without them. Their vibrations do live on.
When & Where
5th-7th June 2026, Band on ther Wall, Manchester
What’s On
- Live music
- Talks and in-conversations exploring The Fall’s enduring influence
- Guided walks through Fall-related landmarks
- Pop-up exhibitions, screenings, and merch stall
- DJs
Full programme announcements will be forthcoming, but for now, save the date and register for tickets. Whether you’re a lifelong devotee or a curious newcomer, Futures and Pasts offers a rare chance to gather, reflect, and revel in the genius of The Fall.
A limited number of early bird tickets are now available.
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Futures and Pasts is presented by Louder Than Words Festival and Route
Contact: thefallfuturesandpasts@gmail.com
