from £109 (as of 18 Sep)
Manchester • United Kingdom •
Capacity 21,000
AO Arena
Victoria Station Approach, Hunts Bank, Cheetham Hill, Manchester M3 1AR, UK Open in Google Maps
34 upcoming events at AO Arena. Cheapest resale ticket listed: £30.16 (Disney On Ice Discover the Magic, Wed 16 Dec 2026). Prices checked 11:25 on 10 Oct.
AO Arena, Manchester, hosts 34 upcoming events between 17 Oct 2026 and 1 May 2027, with tickets from £30.16. Upper tier from £38.25, Lower tier from £68.22, Floor from £91.44. Capacity is 21,000.
Tickets from £30.16
On sale now 34 upcoming events
Some events here are sold only by the venue or the club. AO Arena official site
Cheapest upcoming shows at AO Arena
The 10 lowest-priced of 34 upcoming shows with a price listed, cheapest first.
from £30.16
no change vs last week
from £31.67
↑5% vs last week
from £44.17
no change vs last week
from £45.46
no change since 5 Oct
from £45.46
no change since 5 Oct
from £50.23
↓2% vs last week
from £52.64
↓17.9% vs last week
from £57.22
no change vs last week
from £57.51
↑4.7% vs last week
from £61.47
↑1.3% vs last week
Each price is the lowest listed ticket for that show at our last check. The change compares that price with the one we recorded for the same show a week earlier, or with the day named where we have tracked it for less than a week.
Upcoming shows and schedule
Across October 2026 – May 2027, AO Arena hosts 34 upcoming events. Featured headliners include Mo Gilligan, Cody Johnson, D Block Europe, Korn, and Noah Kahan. Tickets currently start from £30.16.
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Upcoming events at AO Arena
October 2026 · 4 events
from £110
from £50.23
from £44.17
November 2026 · 8 events
from £129
from £132.37
from £80.11 (as of 18 Sep)
from £63.07
from £80.58
from £78.72
from £87.90
from £57.51
December 2026 · 6 events
from £121.05 (as of 18 Sep)
from £65.44
from £86.98 (as of 18 Sep)
from £69.40 (as of 3 Oct)
Disney On Ice Discover the Magic
Manchester · 18:30
from £30.16
Cheapest
(as of 3 Oct)
Disney On Ice Discover the Magic
Manchester · 18:30
from £31.67
January 2027 · 3 events
from £93.30
from £139.98
from £52.64
February 2027 · 8 events
from £114.99 (as of 27 Sep)
from £116.33 (as of 25 Sep)
from £116.78 (as of 25 Sep)
from £81.30
from £57.22
from £159.99
from £61.47
from £104.14
March 2027 · 2 events
from £45.46 (as of 5 Oct)
from £45.46 (as of 5 Oct)
April 2027 · 2 events
from £102.23
from £69.40
May 2027 · 1 event
from £187 (as of 4 Oct)
How much are tickets at AO Arena?
The lowest price each part of the house has been listed at across 34 upcoming dates. Seats are sold by individual block, so a specific date may differ.
| Where you sit | Tickets from | Dates listed |
|---|---|---|
| Upper tier | £38.25 | 18 |
| Lower tier | £68.22 | 22 |
| Floor | £91.44 | 24 |
| Pit | £202.90 | 3 |
Typical price by section over the last 30 days
Recent past events at AO Arena
£76
£66.40
£118
£106
£100
£2,781
£170
recorded Sun 16 Nov 2025
£316
£57
£77
£44
£150
Each price is the lowest listed ticket for that show at the last check we recorded.
What time do doors open at AO Arena?
Doors typically open 60-90 minutes before the advertised start time of the event. This can vary, so always check your ticket or the event information on the AO Arena website for the specific event you are attending.
Most upcoming dates start at 18:00 (17 of 34 listed dates); each event page carries its own start time.
Door times vary by event — check your ticket or the venue's own website on the day.
How do I get to AO Arena, Manchester?
AO Arena is at Victoria Station Approach, Hunts Bank, Cheetham Hill, Manchester M3 1AR, UK. Open in Google Maps
By train and tube
The nearest major train station is Manchester Victoria, which is directly adjacent to the AO Arena. A short walk of approximately 2-3 minutes will bring you to the venue's entrance. Manchester Piccadilly station is also a viable option, located about a 15-20 minute walk or a short tram ride away.
By bus
Numerous bus routes serve the city centre and stop within easy walking distance of the AO Arena. Key routes often stop near Manchester Victoria or along Corporation Street and Shudehill. It’s advisable to check specific route information from your starting point.
By car and parking
For those travelling by car, the AO Arena is well-signposted. However, city centre driving and parking can be busy, especially on event nights.
Parking:
- Victoria Station Car Park: Adjacent to the arena, offering convenient parking. Postcode: M3 1SU.
- Printworks Car Park: Located within the Printworks entertainment complex, a short walk away. Postcode: M4 2AF.
- Arndale Shopping Centre Car Parks: Several car parks are available within the Arndale Centre, a short walk from the arena. Postcodes vary, but a central one is M4 3AQ.
It is recommended to pre-book parking if possible, especially for popular events, to secure a space and potentially a better rate.
Accessibility
The AO Arena is committed to providing an accessible and enjoyable experience for all its visitors.
- Accessible Seating: Dedicated wheelchair-accessible seating and companion seats are available in various locations throughout the arena. These can be booked through the official ticketing channels.
- Lifts and Access: Lifts are available to access all levels of the arena, ensuring that visitors with mobility impairments can reach their seats and facilities easily.
- Accessible Toilets: Accessible toilet facilities are located on every level of the arena.
- Assistance Dogs: Assistance dogs are welcome in the arena. Please inform the venue when booking tickets if you plan to bring an assistance dog.
- Sensory Needs: The arena may offer sensory packs for visitors with sensory needs upon request. Please enquire with the venue directly for availability.
- Staff Assistance: Arena staff are trained to assist visitors with disabilities. If you require specific assistance, please approach a member of staff or the venue’s accessibility team prior to your visit.
For detailed information and to discuss specific requirements, it is always best to contact the AO Arena's accessibility team directly in advance of your visit.
Venues near AO Arena
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- Manchester Cathedral
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- Band On The Wall.
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- The White Hotel
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- Night & Day Café
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- Albert Hall Manchester
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- Opera House Manchester
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Tickets at AO Arena: your questions answered
What is the cheapest upcoming show at AO Arena?
Disney On Ice Discover the Magic on Wed 16 Dec 2026 is the cheapest upcoming show we list at AO Arena, with tickets from £30.16 at our last price check.
How many upcoming events at AO Arena are listed?
We list 34 upcoming events at AO Arena, from Sat 17 Oct 2026 to Sat 1 May 2027. 34 of them have a ticket price listed.
What is the next event at AO Arena?
Mo Gilligan on Sat 17 Oct 2026 is the next event we list at AO Arena.
How much are tickets at AO Arena?
Across the 34 upcoming shows at AO Arena with a price listed, the cheapest ticket for each show ranges from £30.16 to £187.
Doors and start times by act at AO Arena
Each guide covers every date of that run: doors, start time, station, parking and bag rules.