Co-op Live capacity, seating plan and where to park for Paul McCartney, Courteeners and Billie Eilish

Sir Paul McCartney is one of the latest big name to be confirmed with The Beatles icon playing two dates in December.

Tickets for all of the gigs announced so far are on sale now, with several having sold out through the year. They are available from major providers including Ticketmaster and See Tickets.

It’s not everyday that a new, huge music venue gets built in a city, and it's safe to say plenty of people will be looking forward to it. We’ve rounded up the information which you’ll need the most. 

Co-op Live opening date and capacity

Co-op Live has a maximum capacity of 23,500. For context, this will make it the biggest indoor arena in the country. The AO Arena in Manchester is currently the biggest with a top capacity of 21,000, soon rising to 23,000, and London’s O2 Arena would slip to third with its 20,000 capacity. 

Where to park for Co-op Live

Co-op Live is on the Etihad Campus and near the Etihad Stadium. Instead of driving to the venue, Co-op Live has said that they are actively encouraging fans to utilise public transport and the redeveloped walking route. They did however add that accessible parking will be available.

With this in mind, the easiest way to get to the venue will be via the Metrolink. There are several stops located within a walking distance of the site, including Etihad Campus. 

If you do need to drive to the venue then parking options are available. Spots are released four weeks ahead of an event and an be bought for £25 through the Co-op Live website.

Co-op Live seating plan

The depiction provided by Ticketmaster is a general view, and Co-op Live adds that an accurate plan for each event will be available at the point of purchasing tickets. 

Co-op Live say: "The venue’s unique bowl design promises a fittingly intimate environment, bringing fans closer to the artist than at other arenas of equivalent size."