North Stand Test Event - Fan Information
North stand test event
We’re looking forward to seeing you at our fan event in the expanded North Stand on Wednesday 20 May!
As a reminder, we require a minimum of 3,500 fans to attend to complete the necessary stadium checks.
We’d love you to play your part and join a special evening of entertainment to be among the first to experience the expanded North Stand.
Free parking is available to book using the link below.
what to expect
We have plenty of events and activities lined up on the day, including:
- Live music from The Lilacs
- Unmissable prize giveaways
- Our 2026/27 home kit launch
- Interactive quizzes for the family
- Interviews with Joleon Lescott and Steph Houghton
- Photo opportunities with the FA Cup, WSL, FA Youth Cup and Carabao Cup trophies on the Level 2 concourse
Event timings
Make sure you have downloaded your mobile ticket to your wallet before arriving at the Etihad Stadium.
- The event will run from 5:45pm - 8:00pm.
- Last entry is 6:45pm.
Seating in the North Stand will be reserved on the day. You can find your entrance and seat location on your mobile ticket. Just click below to view our stadium map.
Bags larger than A4 size are not permitted. There will be a full bag search in place to enter the Stadium.
There will be no bag-drop facility and prams are not allowed in the stadium.
YOur food & drink voucher
Your ticket includes a free food item and a soft drink or alcoholic beverage which can be enjoyed from seats within the stadium bowl!
- Your voucher can be redeemed against any one food item plus a soft or alcoholic drink.
- Junior vouchers can be redeemed for one food item, excluding burgers, and one soft drink.
We’ll be trialling our new City Bars and City Kitchens during the event. We encourage you to try out the new concessions so we can gather feedback ahead of the 2026/27 season.
If you’d like to purchase additional food or drink, you can use the pre-order screens and collect at City Bars, or order in person at the counter at City Kitchens.
Season Ticket Member discount will be applied as usual.
ACCESSIBILITY
Step-free access to Levels 1 and 2 is available via the lifts at entrances A2 and Z2 - please ask a steward for directions.
Access to the bowl includes a short staircase of approximately 10 steps with handrails provided.
Rows 22 to 26 are the most accessible. Wheelchair and mobility scooter users can access the accessible viewing area in the North West Corner (Block 232) from the Level 2 concourse.
Please note, there is 1 personal assistant seat per wheelchair bay, other members of the party will be required to sit in the seated area of the bowl.
There are two accessible toilets available. One located within the gents’ facilities on the right-hand side and another accessible from the wheelchair viewing area in Block 232.
2026/27 home kit launch
It’s kit launch day and there is plenty happening in store!
The official City Store will be open from 9:00am to 9:00pm.
Official Members and Season Ticket Members can enjoy 10% off the new kit when they show their Membership pass in store.
Fans who purchase our new kit on the day will receive a free A3 kit launch poster while stocks last.
We also have a special promotion between 4:00pm and 9:00pm. Fans who buy the 2026/27 season shirt will receive a £10 voucher to redeem in June!
SHARE YOUR FEEDBACK
You will receive a short survey about your experience after the event. It’s your chance to let us know what you thought of the event and the expanded North Stand.
Once you have submitted your feedback, you can opt to enter into a prize draw for taking part with some great prizes on offer.
