Friday, 20 November 2026 · 18:00
Where to park for Shinedown: Dance, Kid, Dance Act II at AO Arena
Shinedown brings Dance, Kid, Dance Act II to AO Arena. Compare mapped parking around AO Arena and check recent driver-reported availability in Parkwise before travelling.
Three mapped options for Shinedown
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 Shinedown
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 Shinedown takes the stage
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.
- Our favourite
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 Shinedown
Book ahead if possible. The official car park offers an event flat rate (5pm–12am) which can be better value than hourly tariffs if you're staying through the show.
The Northern Quarter, near Arndale, has plenty of independent cafés and bars if you want to grab a bite before heading into the arena.
Allow 15–20 minutes to park and walk to the venue from any of the mapped car parks.
Check recent driver-reported availability in the Parkwise app before you travel — it takes just a few seconds and helps you pick the best spot.
Street parking is mapped nearby, though tariffs and restrictions vary — the app shows what's available in your area.
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Shinedown parking questions
What's the closest car park to AO Arena?
CitiPark AO Arena Car Park is just 2 minutes' walk from the venue entrance and is the official car park operator. Other mapped car parks are within 6–7 minutes, depending on which suits your plan.
Can I check which car parks have spaces before I travel?
Check recent driver-reported availability in the Parkwise app before you set off. This helps you pick the car park that's right for you on the day.
How much time should I allow to park and get to the arena?
Give yourself at least 15–20 minutes from the moment you arrive at a car park to walk into the venue. The official car park is quicker at 2 minutes on foot.
Are there other car parks nearby if my first choice is full?
Yes. Arndale Car Park (7 minutes' walk) and APCOA Manchester Printworks (6 minutes' walk) are both mapped nearby as alternatives. Parkwise shows several street and car park options across the area.
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