The AO Arena in Manchester, managed and operated by ASM Global, is one of the busiest venues in the world and Europe’s biggest indoor arena.
With landmark performances by local bands Take That, Oasis, Elbow, New Order, James, Happy Mondays, The Charlatans, Noel Gallagher’s High Flying Birds, M People, Doves, Inspiral Carpets, The Verve, Simply Red, and The Courteeners, The Arena played a vital role in the city’s rich musical history.
The 21,000-capacity Arena attracts over one million people each year and is a previous recipient of the industry’s coveted International Venue of the Year award.