What time should I arrive for an event at the Etihad?

We recommend arriving at least 90 minutes before event start. Road closures around Joe Mercer Way and the Etihad Campus typically begin two hours before the event, so getting there early means you'll avoid the worst of the traffic and have time to enjoy the pre-event atmosphere.

What about road closures on event day near the Etihad?

On event days, Joe Mercer Way and parts of the Etihad Campus are closed to general traffic, usually from around two hours before event start. Alan Turing Way can also get heavily congested. We provide clear directions with every booking so you know exactly which approach route to take and which roads to avoid.

What if the event is cancelled or rescheduled?

If an event is officially rescheduled or cancelled, your booking will automatically be moved to the new date where possible. If the new date doesn't suit you, or the event is cancelled outright, we'll issue a full refund with no questions asked. We keep a close eye on the event schedule so you're always kept informed.

Parking Near Etihad Stadium | Event Parking for Matches, Concerts & Events

About Parking at the Etihad Stadium

The Etihad Stadium sits at the heart of the Etihad Campus in east Manchester, surrounded by the Sportcity complex, the National Squash Centre, and the Manchester Regional Arena. It's a purpose-built sporting quarter that also hosts major concerts and live events, but that doesn't mean event day parking is straightforward.

The official car parks around the stadium sell out well in advance, and on event days the area around Joe Mercer Way is closed to general traffic. Ashton New Road and Alan Turing Way both get heavily congested as 53,000 visitors funnel into the same pocket of east Manchester. If you haven't planned ahead, you'll spend more time circling for a space than you will enjoying the build-up.

The area around the Etihad is a mix of residential streets, industrial estates, and the ongoing regeneration that has transformed this part of Manchester over the past decade. There are spaces to be found if you know where to look, and that's exactly what we offer. We work with professional parking operators and landowners who have off-street spaces and car parks within easy walking distance of the venue.

You book before event day, your space is confirmed and waiting, and you walk to the venue without the guesswork. No wardens, no gridlock on Ashton New Road, no circling the industrial estates hoping for the best.

Key Details

Walking Distance
5 to 15 minutes from most spaces
Typical Price
From £15 per event
Available Spaces
40+ spaces on most events
Recommended Arrival
90 minutes before event start
Booking Guarantee
Your space is reserved and confirmed

Why Book With Us

Event parking at the Etihad, sorted.

Guaranteed Space Near the Etihad

No more gambling on the official car parks or hoping for a gap on a side street. Your space is booked, confirmed, and waiting for you when you arrive. Just park and walk.

Skip the Ashton New Road Traffic

Our spaces are on quieter residential streets away from the main event day bottlenecks. You'll avoid the worst of the congestion on Ashton New Road and Alan Turing Way.

Minutes From the Venue on Foot

Most of our spaces put you within a short walk of the Etihad. Park up, join the crowds heading down the road, and be at the venue entrance in minutes.

Event Day Tips for Etihad Stadium

Local know-how to make your event day run smoothly.

Arrive Early — Closures Start 2 Hours Before

Road closures around Joe Mercer Way and the Etihad Campus kick in roughly two hours before the event. If you leave it late, you'll hit a wall of traffic and closed-off routes. Aim to be parked up at least 90 minutes before event start.

Best Approach: A635 or M60 Junction 23

Coming from the motorway, the M60 junction 23 onto the A635 (Ashton Old Road) is usually your best bet. From central Manchester, the A662 via Droylsden Road works well. Avoid Alan Turing Way close to event start — it gets gridlocked.

Food & Drink Near the Venue

The street food market near the Etihad Campus is worth a look if you've arrived with time to spare. Plenty of options from burgers to loaded fries. Mary D's on Grey Mare Lane is a solid local spot for a proper pre-event bite too.

After the Event: Avoid Alan Turing Way

When the event finishes, don't try to get straight onto Alan Turing Way — it's bumper-to-bumper for a good half hour. Walk to your car on a side street, give it 15 to 20 minutes, and the worst of the traffic will have cleared. Or better yet, grab a drink nearby and wait it out.

Etihad Stadium Parking FAQs

Common questions about parking near the Etihad.

Most of our spaces are within a 5 to 15 minute walk of the Etihad Stadium. They're spread across the residential and industrial streets around Ashton New Road, Pottery Lane, and the wider Sportcity area. Each listing shows the exact walking distance so you can pick the spot that suits you best.

We recommend arriving at least 90 minutes before event start. Road closures around Joe Mercer Way and the Etihad Campus typically start two hours before the event, and the traffic on Ashton New Road builds up fast. Getting there early gives you time to park, stretch your legs, and take in the pre-event atmosphere without any rush.

Yes. Our spaces are on private land managed by professional parking operators near the Etihad. They're off-street, gated or enclosed, and properly looked after. We've had thousands of bookings in the area with no issues to report.

On event days, Joe Mercer Way and parts of the immediate Etihad Campus area are closed to general traffic, usually from about two hours before event start. Alan Turing Way stays open but gets very congested. When you book, we send you clear directions that account for the closures and guide you to your space via the best available route.

Yes. If you cancel more than 48 hours before the event, you'll receive a full refund. Cancellations within 48 hours may be subject to a partial charge. Full details are in our cancellation policy, and you can manage everything directly from your confirmation email.

If an event is officially rescheduled or cancelled, your booking will automatically be moved to the new date where possible. If the new date doesn't work for you, or the event is cancelled outright, we'll issue a full refund — no questions asked. We keep a close eye on the event schedule so you'll always know where you stand.

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