What makes it 38% Baby-Friendly: Parents find lifts, pushchair storage, baby-changing and a Respite Room, yet pounding sound levels, no set nursing suite and crowded concourses make stays with infants stressful and shorter.
Note: Co-op Live Arena is 38% Baby-Friendly. You may want to consider other Baby-Friendly Things to Do in Manchester for a more suitable experience.
Why 2-3 hours visit duration is ideal for with baby: Allows time to settle your baby, use facilities and enjoy a typical show without rushing
Walk the CityLink route:
Follow the step-free CityLink path from Piccadilly station to the arena with your pushchair
Tip: Bring a rain cover during wet months and allow 20 minutes for the walk
Locate baby-changing facilities:
Find built-in changing tables in restrooms on Levels 0–4
Tip: Use the Level 1 respite room for feeding or quiet breaks
Visit Canalside Café:
Enjoy coffee, pastries and high-chair seating before the show
Tip: Arrive 30 minutes before doors open to secure a table near power outlets

Timothy Conroy
Decent venue, whilst inside it never felt cramped at vendors or merch stands and everything moved along nice. Coulsnt fault staff or security as everyone was proper sound and nice and helpful. Inside the arena itself was set up so the sound of the event was always loud and clear too, which is always welcome. Only mark down is for infrastructure around the venue seems a bit iffy, everything felt li...
Adam Boyes
Great indoor area. Great sound in there. The view from where we were you could see the stage clearly. Traveling to it it is fairly easy using the trams. Especially when leaving. It's very organised so everyone gets to where they need to in a safe manner. I was very impressed with this. Most if not all events should look at how the organisation of leaving venues like this should be done. I know som...
Peter Lever
We went to see Mumford & Sons first first time in December 2025. It was also the first time in the AMP club and the difference was noticeably superior. Very attentive staff that were only to happy to guide you around. Wine tasting and cheese samples from the Co-op were a nice touch, though I doubt I'll win the hamper on offer. The view was excellent from our seats as well as the acoustics. We wi...
Angel
One of the best venues I've been to so far. Great sound quality. The staff were super friendly, there is plenty options when it comes to food/drink. The venue is easy to get to. There aren't many options for hotels within walking distance. Vut parking is available at the venue, which the staff direct you to find.
Marcus Castle
First time I've been to see a band at coop. The stage is enormous and absolutely amazing show. Sound is incredible, if a tad on the bass side too much. Great views from the side were I was, the top tier is really high so be careful if you got a fear of heights!! The snack bars were really good, great pizza at reasonable prices. The drink prices were as to be expected but not extortionate. Was quic...
Manchester can be wet year-round; on the CityLink walkway use a waterproof pushchair cover. In winter wrap baby warmly; in summer add a sunshade and light layers.
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| Item | Cost (Approx.) |
|---|---|
| Two adult tickets | GBP 80 |
| Coffee & snack at café | GBP 12 |
| Ear defenders hire | GBP 5 |
| Tram ride (return) | GBP 4 |
| Total Estimated | GBP 101 |
Note: All prices are indicative and may vary. Please check directly with the venue for the most accurate and up-to-date information.
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Address: Co-op Live, Etihad Campus, 1 Sportcity Way, Manchester M11 3DL, UK
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