An event venue concourse with a long wooden concession counter and digital menu boards at AO Arena Manchester.
An event venue with a large digital screen, food and drink counters, and open walkway at AO Arena Manchester.
An event venue concourse with a large digital screen, escalators, and food stands at AO Arena Manchester.
An event venue concourse with a food and drink counter, overhead signage, and digital menu boards at AO Arena Manchester.

Lower Concourse at AO Arena Manchester

Event Space in a Stadium
·
Private space
Victoria Station Approach, Manchester, M3 1AR –
Cheetham Hill, Manchester
Up to 340
seats
Up to 2000
standing
Venue offers catering
External catering not allowed

About this space

Step into the Lower Concourse of the AO Arena and immerse yourself in a world of excitement and possibility! As you enter, you'll be greeted by the vibrant energy that flows through this dynamic space.

The Lower Concourse is a hub of activity, where guests can explore and indulge in a variety of experiences.
This flexible space can be zoned to create areas for a variety of activations, and is perfectly equipped for partying.
Multiple screens create a fantastic opportunity for branding and the easy access to the AO Arena bowl and the stunning new Mezz Restaurant and Bar open up possibilities for the AO Arena's Lower Concourse to be your gateway to unforgettable experiences.

Prices

Monday
6:00 – 6:00
from £9600 hire fee
Per session
6:00 – 6:00
from £9600 hire fee
All prices include VAT.
Tuesday
6:00 – 6:00
from £9600 hire fee
Per session
6:00 – 6:00
from £9600 hire fee
All prices include VAT.
Wednesday
6:00 – 6:00
from £9600 hire fee
Per session
6:00 – 6:00
from £9600 hire fee
All prices include VAT.
Thursday
6:00 – 6:00
from £9600 hire fee
Per session
6:00 – 6:00
from £9600 hire fee
All prices include VAT.
Friday
6:00 – 6:00
from £9600 hire fee
Per session
6:00 – 6:00
from £9600 hire fee
All prices include VAT.
Saturday
6:00 – 6:00
from £9600 hire fee
Per session
6:00 – 6:00
from £9600 hire fee
All prices include VAT.
Sunday
6:00 – 6:00
from £9600 hire fee
Per session
6:00 – 6:00
from £9600 hire fee
All prices include VAT.
Best price guarantee

Capacity

  • Standing
    up to 2000
  • Dining
    up to 340
  • Theatre
    up to 300
  • Cabaret
    up to 150

Catering and drinks

In-house catering available Venue can organise food and drink
No external catering allowed
No alcohol provided by the venue
No BYO alcohol allowed

Facilities

  • Wi-Fi available
  • Flatscreen TV
  • PA system / speakers Venue provides a sound system for music and announcements
  • Air conditioner
  • Storage space Place where clients can store items during their event
  • Quiet space
  • Free parking is available on-site
  • Paid parking facilities available nearby
  • Unavailable: Projector
  • Unavailable: Whiteboard
  • Unavailable: Flipchart
  • Unavailable: Conference call facilities
  • Unavailable: Natural light
  • Unavailable: Accommodation is available on-site

Music & sound equipment

  • Play your own music Venue allows playing your own music
  • Bring your own DJ Venue allows bringing your own DJ instead
  • No noise restrictions

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible Step-free access throughout the venue for wheelchair users
  • Accessible toilets Toilet(s) adapted for guests with disabilities
  • Ground level Guests can enter without using stairs
  • Accessible parking spot available
  • Lift to all floors
  • Cargo lift

Rules of the space

Allowed events

  • Promoted and ticketed events Events that you’re promoting or selling tickets for
  • No wedding licence
  • No Temporary Event Notices (TENs) available

Host rules

We reserve the right to prohibit certain items within the Arena from time to time.
Except for guide or assistance dogs, no animals are permitted in the Arena.
The Arena operates a strict no smoking policy.

About AO Arena Manchester

AO Arena Manchester is a Tagvenue Partner. This business has registered with Tagvenue and agreed to our venue partner standards.

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Location

Location map

Meet your host

Zoe Ward
Member of Tagvenue since March 2024
3h Response time
97% Response rate

Contact venue managers directly on Tagvenue. Keep all event communication on the platform for a secure, seamless booking.

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