Sunday, 6 September 2026 · 14:30
Where to park for Manchester Storm vs Sheffield Steelers - Pre Season Friendly 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.
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.
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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Before you drive to AO Arena
The official car park at CitiPark AO Arena offers flat-rate event pricing in the evening — check their tariffs before you arrive.
Arndale Car Park is located near the Northern Quarter, so you could arrive a little earlier and explore the area on foot before heading to the venue.
Use the Parkwise app to check recent driver-reported availability at nearby car parks while you're planning your journey.
Aim to arrive with enough time to park and walk to the arena before puck drop.
Check the latest reports before you leave
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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 car park, just a 2-minute walk from the entrance. It's the most convenient option if you want to park and head straight in.
Are there other car parks nearby?
Yes. Arndale Car Park in the Northern Quarter is a 7-minute walk away, and APCOA Manchester Printworks in Piccadilly is about 6 minutes on foot. There are also mapped street and car park options throughout the Deansgate area.
How can I check if spaces are available before I travel?
Check recent driver-reported availability in the Parkwise app before you set off. This will help you choose which car park to head for.
What time should I arrive to park before the match starts?
Puck drop is at 14:30. Arrive with enough time to find a space and walk to the venue entrance. How early you leave depends on the car park you choose and where you're travelling from.
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