AO Arena

About

With over 130 shows and more than 1.2 million visitors every year, the AO Arena, Manchester is one of the busiest entertainment venues in the world and one of the largest arenas in Europe, welcoming the biggest acts, sporting events and the largest audiences, with a rich history of staging the best live events for over 25 years.

Manchester’s AO Arena offers flexible event space with a variety of configurations, break-out rooms and bespoke hospitality areas all under one roof. Our team of dedicated event professionals can help you produce an unforgettable experience. We host hundreds of events a year, from conferences and awards ceremonies in the arena bowl to meetings, dinners and launch events in our dedicated event facilities. Whether you’re looking for an intimate event for 20 guests or a larger showcase, we have capacity for up to 21,000. Rest assured that we can provide the perfect solution within our iconic venue - an impressive backdrop to stage your next event.

Our enviable location in the heart of the city, lies within the Manchester Victoria Station complex and is conveniently surrounded by an abundance of luxury hotels, restaurants and amenities all within easy walking distance. The arena is accessible by all forms of public transport and has ample parking within walking distance and Manchester Airport just a 20 minute car ride away.

Our Heineken Sky Lounge is a delightful hidden gem with impressive views of the city from Deansgate. It offers a flexible meeting and entertainment space with its own private bar and full connectivity.