Thursday, 3 December 2026 · 18:00
Where to park for Bill Bailey: Vaudevillean at AO Arena
Bill Bailey is at AO Arena. Compare mapped parking around AO Arena and check recent driver-reported availability in Parkwise before travelling.
Three mapped options for Bill Bailey
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 Bill Bailey
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.
- Our favourite
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.
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 Bill Bailey
Give yourself time to park and walk in before the 18:00 event start.
The Northern Quarter is worth a walk around if you arrive with a spare hour — independent shops and food spots nearby.
Check the Parkwise app before travelling to see what recent driver reports show for parking around the venue.
CitiPark AO Arena has an event flat rate, but compare it with nearby options mapped in the app.
Street parking is mapped across Deansgate and surrounding areas — browse options in Parkwise before you head out.
Check the latest reports before you leave
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Bill Bailey parking questions
What's the closest car park to the AO Arena?
CitiPark AO Arena Car Park is the official venue car park, a 2-minute walk from the entrance. It operates a flat event rate from 5pm to midnight on show nights.
Are there other car parks nearby?
Yes. Arndale Car Park in the Northern Quarter is a 7-minute walk away, and there are several other car parks mapped across Deansgate and surrounding streets. Browse all options in the Parkwise app.
How do I check if spaces are available 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.
Can I park somewhere else and walk to the venue?
Yes. There are car parks and street parking options mapped throughout the area. A 7-minute walk gets you from Arndale Car Park, or a 6-minute walk from APCOA Manchester Printworks. Use the Parkwise app to compare.
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