Saturday, 5 September 2026 · 18:30
Where to park for A League of Their Own at AO Arena
A League of Their Own is at AO Arena. Compare mapped parking around AO Arena and check recent driver-reported availability in Parkwise before travelling.
Three mapped options for A League of Their Own
Parkwise locations with walking times from the AO Arena. Tap a numbered pin or list card for details.
78 locations mappedCitiPark AO Arena Car Park
Official venue parkingCar Park · Deansgate
- Type
- Car Park
- Price
- Paid · £6.00/2h · £22.00/day · £16 event flat (5pm–12am)
- Max stay
- Not confirmed yet
- Hours
- Open 24 hours
- Spaces
- ~958
- Operator
- CitiPark
- Distance
- 125 m from the venue
Good to know
- • Multi-storey car park
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Why these work for A League of Their Own
1 · Official venue parking
CitiPark AO Arena Car Park. The official venue option, around a two-minute walk from the doors. The published rate is £6.00/2h · £22.00/day · £16 event flat (5pm–12am). Confirm the latest details with CitiPark before travelling. Hours: Open 24 hours.
2 · Park once in the Northern Quarter
Arndale Car Park. A park-once option nearby, around a seven-minute walk to the venue. The published rate is £3.90/hr · £21.50/day. Confirm the latest details with Manchester City Council before travelling. Listed as open 24/7. Max stay: No limit.
3 · 6-minute walk
APCOA Manchester Printworks. An alternative car park, around a six-minute walk to the venue. Paid parking — check the operator for current rates. Confirm the latest details with APCOA before travelling.
Before the show starts
Hotels, food and things to do around the AO Arena.
The Northern Quarter
Manchester's creative hub is a short walk north from the AO Arena. Vintage shops, independent cafés, craft breweries, and restaurants fill the streets. Park further out and spend an hour here before or after an event—it's a natural buffer to the post-show rush.
Spinningfields Market
Just south of Deansgate, this covered market has food vendors, independent stalls, and seating. Good for a quick bite before heading to the arena or a place to sit after if you're not racing away.
Deansgate restaurants and bars
The main street around the arena is lined with chain and independent venues. Arrive early and eat here to break up the evening; most places clear out in time for the show.
- Our favourite
Whitworth Art Gallery
Free to enter and open until late on most days. Less than ten minutes' walk from the arena if you've got time to kill before an evening event.
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Parking tips for A League of Their Own
Check the Parkwise app before travelling to see where drivers have recently found spaces.
The Northern Quarter near Arndale Car Park has plenty of independent cafes and food spots if you want to arrive early.
Allow extra time for parking and the walk to the arena — 15 to 20 minutes is a good buffer before the show.
Once you're safely parked, use the app to report your space so other drivers know what's available nearby.
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A League of Their Own parking questions
Where's the closest car park to AO Arena?
CitiPark AO Arena Car Park is the official venue car park, a 2-minute walk from the arena. Arndale Car Park is 7 minutes away. Both are mapped in Parkwise with other nearby options.
How do I check if there are spaces before I travel?
Check recent driver-reported availability in the Parkwise app before you set off. This helps you plan which car park to head for.
How much time should I allow for parking and walking in?
Give yourself 15 to 20 minutes to find a space and walk to the arena, arriving before the 18:30 event start.
Are there other car parks nearby if my first choice is full?
Yes. The Parkwise app shows street parking and car parks across Deansgate and the surrounding area. APCOA Manchester Printworks is a 6-minute walk as an alternative.
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