First Direct Arena

Small bags and handbags up to 35 × 40 × 19 cm are permitted after search; backpacks and larger bags are barred. No cloakroom or bag storage is available.

Entry uses screening arches and bag searches; check the event page for show-specific entry time.

The arena has no dedicated public parking; Q-Park offers event discounts at several nearby city-centre garages.

Arrange pickup and drop-off away from the arena because nearby roads can be congested or closed. For taxis, follow the rank signs from the main doors.

The arena publishes an accessible travel and seating guide; Woodhouse Lane car park has 14 Blue Badge spaces, with listed evening event parking at £7.

Concessions and hospitality are available inside. Outside food and drinks are prohibited; request advance approval for medically necessary drinks.

No readmission is allowed after leaving the arena; designated smoking areas are upstairs on either side of the concourse.

The Box Office is on the left of the venue as you face the front, and it opens one hour before doors on show days only. Venue Hosts outside the arena on show days can also help.