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Visiting O2 Apollo Manchester: what to know before you go
Stockport Road, M12 6AP, Manchester, United Kingdom
O2 Apollo Manchester is a music venue in Manchester, with room for about 3,500 people.
Of the 32 upcoming shows with a published time, 72% start at 19:00 – plan to arrive a little earlier for security and the cloakroom.
Most dates fall on Friday.
The busiest month ahead is November 2026, with 10 dates.
3 public transport stops are within walking distance (Bus station and Train); the nearest is Hyde Road Bus Depot, 470 m away.
Key facts
- Type of venue
- Music venue
- Capacity
- 3,500
- Address
- Stockport Road, M12 6AP, Manchester, United Kingdom
- Upcoming events
- 39
- Usual start time
- 19:00
- Busiest days
- Friday
O2 Apollo Manchester, month by month
- November 202610 dates, including LP, The Jacksons and Australian Pink Floyd Show
- December 20266 dates, including Bleachers, The Very Best of the Pogues and Shed Seven
- January 20274 dates, including Roy Chubby Brown, An Intimate Evening With First Aid Kit and Joanne McNally: Pinotphile
- February 202710 dates, including Greg Davies - Full Fat Legend, Kevin Bridges: Here If You Need Me and Dan and Phil: Hard Launch World Tour
- March 20276 dates, including Sienna Spiro: My House Tour, James Marriott and Arthur Hill
- April 20273 dates, including Brandi Carlile, Bianca Del Rio and KALEO - Way Down We Go Tour
Ticket prices
What the programme holds: Concerts (26), Comedy (10), Plays & Musicals (2) and Film (1).
Arriving by public transport
- Hyde Road Bus DepotBus station470 m
6 min walk - Ardwick railway stationTrain620 m
8 min walk - Platform 13 Manchester Piccadilly StationTrain850 m
11 min walk
Arriving by car
4 car parks within walking distance; the nearest is 140 m from the venue.
Accessibility
What ticket listings for this venue say (39 listings with an access note):
- A companion or carer ticket is available with accessible tickets
Access arrangements can differ per show: confirm with the venue or the ticket seller before you buy.
Next events at O2 Apollo Manchester
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O2 Apollo Manchester: practical questions
How many people fit in O2 Apollo Manchester?
O2 Apollo Manchester has a capacity of about 3,500; the figure for a given show depends on its layout.
What time do shows start at O2 Apollo Manchester?
Usually at 19:00 (72% of the upcoming shows with a published time). Check your ticket for the exact time.
What is the nearest stop to O2 Apollo Manchester?
Hyde Road Bus Depot (Bus station), 470 m away – about 6 min on foot.
Is O2 Apollo Manchester wheelchair accessible?
Listings mention access support, but not wheelchair spaces specifically: ask the venue before booking.
Can I park near O2 Apollo Manchester?
Yes, 4 car parks are mapped nearby, the closest 140 m away.
What kind of events does O2 Apollo Manchester host?
Upcoming dates by category: Concerts (26), Comedy (10), Plays & Musicals (2) and Film (1).
Which month has the most events at O2 Apollo Manchester?
November 2026, with 10 dates, including LP and The Jacksons.
Which other venues are close to O2 Apollo Manchester?
O2 Ritz (1.5 km), Band On The Wall. (1.9 km), Manchester Academy (880 m) and The Deaf Institute (940 m).
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