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Visiting Manchester Academy 2: what to know before you go
Oxford Road, M13 9PR, Manchester, United Kingdom
Manchester Academy 2 is a music venue in Manchester, with room for about 950 people.
Of the 33 upcoming shows with a published time, 73% start at 19:30 – plan to arrive a little earlier for security and the cloakroom.
Most dates fall on Friday.
The busiest month ahead is November 2026, with 11 dates.
Key facts
- Type of venue
- Music venue
- Capacity
- 950
- Address
- Oxford Road, M13 9PR, Manchester, United Kingdom
- Upcoming events
- 33
- Usual start time
- 19:30
- Busiest days
- Friday
Manchester Academy 2, month by month
- October 20261 date, including Noahfinnce
- November 202611 dates, including The Home Team, SPACE - Manchester, Academy 2 and Voilà
- December 20266 dates, including Bleech 9:3, The Blackout and Portugal. The Man
- January 20271 date, including Ashley Cooke
- February 20276 dates, including Sofia Camara, Dead Poet Society and Haken
- March 20276 dates, including Kalandra - The Other Side Release Tour 2027, Dirty Honey and TX2
Arriving by public transport
- Higher Cambridge Street / Booth Street WestBus stop530 m
7 min walk
Arriving by car
4 car parks within walking distance; the nearest is 320 m from the venue.
Next events at Manchester Academy 2
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Manchester Academy 2: practical questions
How many people fit in Manchester Academy 2?
Manchester Academy 2 has a capacity of about 950; the figure for a given show depends on its layout.
What time do shows start at Manchester Academy 2?
Usually at 19:30 (73% of the upcoming shows with a published time). Check your ticket for the exact time.
What is the nearest stop to Manchester Academy 2?
Higher Cambridge Street / Booth Street West (Bus stop), 530 m away – about 7 min on foot.
Can I park near Manchester Academy 2?
Yes, 4 car parks are mapped nearby, the closest 320 m away.
Which month has the most events at Manchester Academy 2?
November 2026, with 11 dates, including The Home Team and SPACE - Manchester, Academy 2.
Which other venues are close to Manchester Academy 2?
O2 Ritz (1.3 km), O2 Apollo Manchester (880 m), Albert Hall (1.9 km) and The Deaf Institute (690 m).
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