Sunday, 13 September 2026 · 19:00
Where to park for ALL THE FEELINGS TOUR with METRIC, BROKEN SOCIAL SCENE, AND STARS at Manchester Academy
You're heading to Manchester Academy on 13 September to catch METRIC, BROKEN SOCIAL SCENE, and STARS. That's a night that deserves a solid plan—including knowing exactly where your car is going before you arrive. Parkwise has verified 120 street bays and 6 car parks near the venue, with live availability reports in the app so you're not circling in hope.
Download the free app to see live availability around Manchester Academy on the night.
Official data. Driver verified.
Sunday, 13 September 2026
Event date
19:00
Starts
141
Verified locations nearby
1,249+
Locations mapped across Manchester
Parking near Manchester Academy for ALL THE FEELINGS TOUR with METRIC, BROKEN SOCIAL SCENE, AND STARS
Three picks, three different plans — the shortest walk, the best pre-show evening, and the fastest way home. All verified Parkwise data. For live availability on the night, download the free Parkwise app.
54 locations mappedManchester Academy Rear Car Park (Dilworth Street)
Official venue parkingCar Park · Hulme
- Type
- Car Park
- Price
- Paid · £4.50 evening flat
- Max stay
- Not confirmed yet
- Hours
- Public 4pm–12am Mon–Fri, all day Sat–Sun
- Operator
- University of Manchester
- Distance
- 89 m from the venue
- Address
- Between Dilworth Street and Devas Street, Manchester M13 9PR
Good to know
- • University car park directly behind the Academy — permit holders only on weekday daytimes, open to the public on gig-friendly evenings and weekends. The venue's recommended Blue Badge parking is here on Dilworth Street.
Numbered pins are our three picks for this event — tap one for details. Every other dot is a verified street bay or car park. Live availability shows in the app only — download the app to see where drivers found spaces in the last hour.
Why these three?
1 · Official venue parking
Manchester Academy Rear Car Park (Dilworth Street): the quick option
This is the venue's own car park, 1 minute walk from the doors. At £4.50 for an evening flat rate, it's straightforward pricing with no guessing. Space fills fast on event nights, so check live availability in the app as soon as you know you're leaving—if it's showing bays, you're golden. Quickest in, quickest out.
Manchester Academy Rear Car Park (Dilworth Street) · ~1 min walk
2 · Make a night of it
University of Manchester Dover Street Car Park G: the backup
Just 2 minutes walk away in Hulme, Dover Street Car Park G is a solid fallback if the Academy's car park is full. It's operated by the university but open to public parking in the evening. Paid operator rates apply, so check what you're paying before you park. Good access to the venue and near enough for a pre-show wander if you fancy a pint before heading in.
University of Manchester Dover Street Car Park G · ~2 min walk
3 · Quick getaway
University of Manchester Cecil Street Car Park E: the escape route
Five minutes walk away in Ardwick, this one's your play if you want a smoother exit after the show. It's further from the immediate post-gig chaos, so you're not fighting through crowds to get to your car. Paid operator car park, so rates apply, but the trade-off is genuine peace when you're heading home at 10pm and everyone else is doing the same.
University of Manchester Cecil Street Car Park E · ~5 min walk
Getting parked for ALL THE FEELINGS TOUR with METRIC, BROKEN SOCIAL SCENE, AND STARS: the plan
A sold-out or near-capacity crowd at Manchester Academy means parking will tighten up as doors approach. Aim to arrive at least 90 minutes before the 6pm start if you want a relaxed walk to the venue and time for a pre-show drink. Use the Parkwise app to check live availability before you leave home—reports stay fresh for 60 minutes, so you'll know which car parks and streets actually have space when you pull up. Don't rely on website or static info for a Sunday evening in Hulme.
Your three best options: the venue's own rear car park on Dilworth Street (1 minute walk, £4.50 flat rate) is the obvious choice if it has space—quickest in and out. If that's full, University of Manchester Dover Street Car Park G is just 2 minutes away and worth checking. For an easier exit after the final song, Cecil Street Car Park E (5 minutes, in Ardwick) gives you a clearer run back to the main roads when everyone else is making for their cars at the same time.
Post-show, expect a queue for the exits. If you parked in the Academy's own car park, you'll likely move quickly. Street parking and university car parks clear more gradually—no bad thing if you want to decompress or grab chips on the walk back. Check the app one last time before you head out to see which routes are busiest, and remember that live reports expire after 60 minutes, so refresh before you move.
Make an evening of it
Download the Parkwise app and check live availability the moment you're ready to leave home. Reports refresh every hour, so you'll see real-time bays and car park space before you drive—way better than hoping.
Arrive 90 minutes before 6pm if you can. It gives you time to park without the last-minute scramble and a proper window for a pre-show drink somewhere in Hulme without rushing.
The Academy's own rear car park is 1 minute away and £4.50 flat—if the app shows space, that's your fastest option. Don't overthink it.
Eat first or grab chips on the walk back. There's food around the Academy and Hulme, so you won't go hungry before or after.
If you're planning to stay late (merch queue, lingering in the venue), check the app one more time before you head to the car park. Live reports will show you which route is clearest and whether your chosen car park is still the best exit.
Live availability
Spaces come and go in minutes — see what's free right now in the app
The map around Manchester Academy updates as drivers report spaces. Green means someone recently confirmed availability; amber and red mean limited or full. Every report expires after 60 minutes — so you are never looking at stale data.
- Filter by duration, price, and parking type before you set off
- Set your destination to Manchester Academy and see parking around it
- Earn free access by reporting spaces when you park
ALL THE FEELINGS TOUR with METRIC, BROKEN SOCIAL SCENE, AND STARS at Manchester Academy: parking questions
How much will parking cost at Manchester Academy for this event?
The venue's own rear car park on Dilworth Street is £4.50 for an evening flat rate. University of Manchester car parks operate on paid operator rates—check signage or use apps like RingGo or PayByPhone to see the exact cost before you park. Street parking in Hulme is free but subject to local restrictions—check road signs.
How early should I arrive to guarantee a spot?
There's no guarantee, but 90 minutes before 6pm gives you a good shot and time to relax before heading in. Use the Parkwise app to check live availability as you're leaving home. Reports show real space counts for 60 minutes, so you'll know what you're walking into.
Can I park on the street near Manchester Academy?
Yes, there are 120 verified street bays in the area. Always check road signs for restrictions and tariffs—some streets are free, others may have evening controls or resident zones. The Parkwise app will show you verified street parking as part of live availability reports.
How do I see live parking availability?
Only in the Parkwise app. We verify parking data in real time, and reports stay fresh for 60 minutes. Check the app before you leave home and again before you head to your car after the show. Web information is helpful for planning, but app reports are what actually matters when you're driving.
What's the quickest way out of the car park after the show?
The Academy's rear car park on Dilworth Street usually clears quickly because it's small and directly attached to the venue. If you parked there, you're in good shape. If you chose a university car park or street spot, you'll move more gradually—no bad thing if you want to decompress. Refresh the app before you leave to see which exits are busiest.
Can I use RingGo or PayByPhone to pay at these car parks?
The venue's own car park uses a flat rate with on-site payment. University of Manchester car parks may accept PayByPhone or RingGo—check signage at the barrier or the car park operator's website. Always have a card as backup.
What if the Academy's car park is full?
That's why we list three options. Dover Street Car Park G is 2 minutes away and your first backup. If you need an easier post-show exit, Cecil Street in Ardwick is 5 minutes away. Check the app for live space before you commit to a drive, and avoid wasted time circling.
Not here for this show? See all Manchester Academy parking — car parks, street bays, and every upcoming event.
Know before you go.
Verified tariffs, live space reports, and free access for contributing drivers.