2 dates · next Saturday, 10 October 2026 · 18:00
Where to park for Manchester Storm vs Nottingham Panthers at AO Arena
Manchester Storm welcome Nottingham Panthers to AO Arena. Compare mapped parking around AO Arena and check recent driver-reported availability in Parkwise before travelling.
This run at AO Arena: 10 Oct 2026 · 6 Dec 2026.
5 days to go. Puck drop is 18:00 — arrive early if you haven't pre-booked.
Parking near AO Arena
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
Numbered pins are our picks for this event — tap one for details. Every other dot is a mapped street bay or car park on the growing Parkwise map. Recent driver-reported availability is in the app only — Open Parkwise →
The thinking behind these parking picks
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 puck drop
Hotels, food and things to do around the AO Arena.
- Our favourite
Northern Quarter
Just beyond Arndale Car Park, this neighbourhood has independent shops, cafes, and galleries. It's worth exploring if you arrive with time before the match.
Deansgate
Home to the AO Arena and CitiPark, this central district has bars, restaurants, and shops within walking distance of the venue.
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Before you drive to AO Arena
Give yourself time to park and walk in before the 14:30 puck drop.
Check the Parkwise app before travelling to see recent driver reports from nearby car parks and streets.
CitiPark AO Arena is closest at 2 minutes on foot, but Arndale and Printworks both offer paid alternatives if you want flexibility.
The Piccadilly area has cafes and shops if you arrive early — Arndale is near enough to explore without rushing.
Once you're safely parked, you can submit a driver report in the app to help others heading to the same event.
Check the latest reports before you leave
Heading to AO Arena?
This page was designed as a practical guide to parking around the AO Arena. For a more up-to-date picture before you travel, open Parkwise for the full searchable map, useful filters and recent availability reports shared by drivers nearby.
Parking FAQs for AO Arena
What's the closest car park to the AO Arena?
CitiPark AO Arena Car Park is the official venue car park, just 2 minutes on foot from the entrance. It has an event flat rate from 5pm to midnight on match days.
How do I know which car parks are quiet before I go?
Check recent driver-reported availability in the Parkwise app before you set off. This helps you plan which car park to head to based on reports from other visitors.
Are there other car parks nearby if the official one is full?
Yes. Arndale Car Park in Piccadilly is 7 minutes on foot, and APCOA Manchester Printworks is 6 minutes away. Both are paid operator car parks. The Parkwise app also maps street parking options across the city centre.
What time should I arrive to park before the match?
The puck drop is at 14:30. Give yourself enough time to find a space and walk to the arena without rushing. Check the Parkwise app before you travel to get a sense of recent activity in car parks nearby.
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