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 in a single, iconic venue in the centre of 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
- DJ sets
Full programme announcements will be forthcoming, but for now, save the date. 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.
Tickets: Register Now
Tickets will go on sale in due course, but space is strictly limited and tickets will go fast.
To be the first to know when tickets drop – and to secure your place at this historic event – email thefallfuturesandpasts@gmail.com to register your interest.
Futures and Pasts is presented by Louder Than Words Festival and Route.
