3 dates · next Sunday, 11 October 2026 · 14:30
Where to park for Manchester Storm vs Sheffield Steelers at AO Arena
Manchester Storm welcome Sheffield Steelers to AO Arena. Compare mapped parking around AO Arena and check recent driver-reported availability in Parkwise before travelling.
This run at AO Arena: 11 Oct 2026 · 6 Nov 2026 · 1 Jan 2027.
6 days to go. Puck drop is 14:30 — 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.
Northern Quarter
Close to Arndale Car Park and a short walk from the AO Arena, with independent cafés, bars, and shops.
- Our favourite
Deansgate
The main retail and entertainment district surrounding the AO Arena, home to the official venue car park.
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Before you drive to AO Arena
Give yourself time to park and walk to the arena before puck drop at 14:30.
Use the Parkwise app to check recent driver reports before you travel, so you can plan which car park to head for.
The Northern Quarter and Piccadilly areas around the venue have food and drink options if you want to arrive early.
Submit a parking report in the Parkwise app once you're safely parked — it helps other fans plan ahead.
Check the latest reports before you leave
Heading to AO Arena?
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Parking FAQs for AO Arena
What's the closest car park to the AO Arena?
CitiPark AO Arena Car Park is the official venue parking and is a 2-minute walk from the entrance.
How can I find parking before I travel?
Check recent driver-reported availability in the Parkwise app before you set off. The app shows mapped car parks and street parking options across central Manchester.
Are there other car parks near the venue?
Yes. Arndale Car Park is a 7-minute walk away in the Piccadilly area, and APCOA Manchester Printworks is a 6-minute walk. There are also mapped street parking spaces nearby.
When should I aim to arrive?
Puck drop is at 14:30. Give yourself time to park and walk to the arena before the event starts.
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