Get your tickets for this year’s biggest gigs
2025 is another big year for live music, shows, spectacles and family entertainment at Manchester’s AO Arena.
Tickets are already on sale for this year’s events. See what’s coming up and get booking.
Peter Kay Live - January 10 - September 19 2025
After over a decade away from stand-up, Peter Kay is back on stage. Audiences have been waiting for the funnyman’s return for ages so demand is phenomenal. See him on his North West home turf for a night of hysterical highlights.
Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live - January 18 - 19 2025
The new Hot Wheels Glow-N-Fire family show adds flaming fun to the popular big truck experience. It’s big value too with discounts for under 13s. Tickets also include access to the Power Smashers pre-show party.
The National Lottery’s Big Night of Musicals - January 27 2025
The National Lottery has been funding theatre and performing arts for 30 years and to celebrate, Jason Manford is hosting a night featuring performances from the West End’s biggest shows including Bat Out of Hell: The Musical and Calamity Jane.
Ateez - January 30 2025
The K-pop sensations are coming to the AO Arena and fans are going wild already.
Strictly Come Dancing Live - February 1-2 2025
Strap on your sequins and shimmy in your seats at Strictly comes to the AO Arena. Seven fabulous couples will take to the stage showcasing their dancing skills and you, the audience, will decide who gets the famous glitterball trophy.
Toto - February 4 2025
80s legends and Spotify success-story, Toto, are playing Manchester’s AO Arena as one of only four UK tour dates, accompanied by special guest Christopher Cross.
James Blunt - February 15 2025
Join James Blunt on his anniversary tour as he performs the classic album Back to Bedlam in full as well as other hits from his career.
Arenacross - February 22 2025
Three hours of adrenaline-fuelled entertainment with fire, flips and some of the biggest freestyle motocross jumps.
Limp Bizkit - March 15 2025
Limp Bizkit bring their nu-metal riffs back to the UK on their Loserville 2025 tour.
Tom Segura - March 19 2025
American comedian Tom Segura is bringing his dry wit and observational comedy to the UK. You might have seen him on Netflix and now you can see him at the AO Arena.
The Wombats - March 22 2025
Hot on the heels of the release of their new album in February, The Wombats are taking to the tour bus on their biggest UK tour ever. Expect emotional honesty and a more adventurous sonic direction.
Michael Ball & Alfie Boe - April 4 2025
This tour marks ten years of collaboration and the release of the sixth studio album, Together at Home, for Michael Ball and Alfie Boe. Expect a musical event with a more personal touch.
Rahat Fateh Ali Khan - April 6 2025
Pakistan’s Qawwali legend returns to the UK with his son Shah Zaman Ali Khan to perform Bollywood hits and Qawwali classics.
BetMGM Premier League Darts 2025 - April 10 2025
Darts is having a moment and the new Premier League Season is going to be an exciting one. Some of the superstars of the oche will be battling it out at the AO Arena including reigning champion, Luke Littler.
Gabrielle - April 12 2025
Join Gabrielle on her biggest ever tour for a night of soulful, uplifting classics. She’ll also be joined by Tunde from the Lighthouse Family - two beautiful voices for the price of one.
Ghost - April 15 2025
Expect a secretive and theatrical spectacle from Swedish rock band, Ghost, in this phone-free event allowing you to live in the moment and soak up the experience.
Sean Paul with Ashanti - April 20 2025
Dancehall crossover superstar Sean Paul and R&B icon Ashanti are coming to the AO Arena for a show that’s gonna be fire.
Harlem Globetrotters - April 23 2025
Be there for an exhibition match of athleticism, basketball wizardry and interactive entertainment from the most famous team of ballers in the world.
Paul Smith - April 25-26 2025
See Paul Smith on Pablo, his biggest and funniest tour to date. It’s a hilarious mix of true stories and getting the audience involved.
Torvill & Dean - May 2-4 2025
Save the last dance - Torvill and Dean are hanging up their blades and retiring from professional skating so this is your final chance to see the famous duo perform together.
Kylie: Tension Tour - May 19-20 2025
Kylie’s World Tour stops off in Manchester with an extra date added due to exceptional demand. Everyone is looking forward to seeing this pop goddess perform. Padam padam.
Olly Murs - May 23 2025
Get ready to party when Olly Murs performs all his biggest hits on his UK arena tour supported by Blue.
The Lumineers - May 25 2025
The Lumineers, the multi-platinum, Grammy-nominated folk-rock stars, are bringing their infectious energy and heartfelt melodies to Manchester's AO Arena to promote their new studio album.
Katy Perry - October 8 2025
Katy Perry’s Lifetimes tour spans her extensive back catalogue of global hits. Get ready to dance your socks off.
Pete Tong Ibiza Classics 2025 - December 6 2025
Global dance music supremo Pete Tong has announced the return of his critically-acclaimed show supported by longtime collaborator Jules Buckley and The Essential Orchestra.
