Matchdays at the Etihad Stadium
Matchdays at the Etihad Stadium
Matchdays at the Etihad Stadium are first and foremost about the action on the pitch but there is also so much more going on at the home of the Premier League Champions on matchdays. You will find all the information you need to attend the Etihad Stadium below.
Our next matchdaY
Our next match will be against Manchester United on Sunday 15th December in the Premier League.
On match day there is an event at Co-op Live with similar timings to our match, therefore we expect that the campus will be busier than usual when exiting. Our match will finish approximately 6.30pm with doors for Co-op Live opening at 6.30pm.
Key Timings:
- Turnstiles at the Etihad Stadium will open at 2.30pm.
- Our match is due to kick off at 4.30pm and is expected to finish around 6.30pm.
- Summerbee Bar on the East side of the stadium is open for 1 hour after final whistle.
- The doors for Paul McCartney at Co-op Live, open at 6.30pm.
- You may experience delays exiting the Blue Car Park as roads may be closed for pedestrian safety.
- Concert goers are advised to arrive between 5.30pm and 6.30pm.
At the stadium
City Square and stage will continue to be closed during the 24/25 season as the development of the North Stand and Entertainment District continues apace.
At the West Reception atrium of the Colin Bell Stand, opposite the Bell Summerbee Lee statue, we have live entertainment, music and catering which includes our award-winning ‘Blue Carpet Experience’. The ‘Blue Carpet Experience’ commences approximately 2 hours before kick-off. It’s our free family-friendly event that features guest interviews, live music, DJs, amazing money can’t buy giveaways and much more. The culmination of the Blue Carpet Experience is the team bus arrival which is approximately 90 mins before kick-off!! Come down and take part in the family-themed fun with our enhanced PA system and 2 large jumbo screens!!
On the other side of the stadium opposite the East Stand Atrium, we have the Summerbee Bar as well as lots of different options of catering units, a retail pop shop and live music. We also have the statues of David Silva, Vincent Kompany and Sergio Aguero designed and built by award-winning sculptor Andy Scott.
Stadium gates open -2 hours before the match and our pre-match entertainment inside the stadium starts then. Where possible and appropriate we’ll show the early kick-off on the concourse screens too!
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Our Blue Carpet Experience takes place outside The Colin Bell Stand entrance and includes our very own unique team arrival. The first team usually arrive about 90 minutes before kick-off. The show is aimed at our family audience and if the little ones want to see their heroes in person, this is the best place to be!
We have prizes and giveaways every week from scarfs to money-can’t-buy experiences.
We also have live music, performers and entertainment with our presenting team, as well as exclusive guests, all shown on our 2 x jumbo screens so everyone has a view! Don’t miss this part of our match day and get up close to our players as they arrive off the team bus!
We also hold a free Kids Fan Zone a short walk from here, just across the Nexen Bridge, more information on that can be found here.
Please note pre pre-booking for tickets for this event is required.
Arrive early to allow plenty of time to pass our security checks. Small handheld bags, no larger than A4 size (12”x8”x3”) will be accepted.
Backpacks, holdalls, rucksacks, or other similar items of any size, large or small, will not be allowed into the stadium. Small handheld bags, no larger than A4 size (12”x8”x3”) will be accepted. If you must bring a bag to the stadium that exceeds the allowable size, the bag storage facilities are available on the Orange car park that you can use to securely store your items will be in place until the match has finished.
The bag storage is priced at £10 per item.
Outside the stadium, toilets are located opposite C tower.
Inside the stadium, toilets are located on the concourses and are clearly sign-posted.
Accessible toilets are in the same locations and can entered using a radar key.
Head over straight back to the East Stand where the relocated Summerbee Bar will be open for 1 hour after the final whistle.
Etihad Stadium Development
Over the next three years, we will be developing a best-in-class fan experience and year-round entertainment and leisure destination at the Etihad Stadium.
Although we will be working hard to minimise disruption on matchday, there will be some changes to the way the Etihad Stadium and the wider Etihad Campus operates during the construction period.
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Food & Beverage
Food outlets are available on the East & West side of the Stadium.
The Summerbee Bar has also been relocated to the East Stand open 3 hours before the match and 1 hour after the final whistle.
There is a range of hot & cold options including vegan & halal options.
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Play Makers
Look out for our Playmakers – dressed in yellow – they are around the stadium and in the Family Stand.
They are there to help and if you have any questions please ask as they are only too happy to help. They are regularly stocked with free goodies and treats for all so give them a smile.
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In the Stadium
Turnstiles open 2 hours before kick-off. We host guest music playlists from our celebrity fans to get you ready for the match.
The last 15 minutes before kick-off ramp up to get everyone ready and in good voice for the team walking out. Look out for our 1894 fan group in South Level 1 providing flags, colour and noise!
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Family Stand
New activities within the North Stand include ceiling flags featuring fan chants, and the “Family Stand Says” for junior fans to ask questions of each other and voice opinions.
Appearances from the Manchester City mascots – the Moonies, roaming selfie frames, face painters, Match Attax giveaways and a colouring-in wall.
accessibility
An accessible buggy service will be in operation for supporters who require assistance. This complimentary service operates pre and post-match, subject to any operational security changes.
Pre-match pick-up points – The buggy will depart from the bottom of Joe Mercer Way, inside the Blue Car Park. Once arriving at the top of Joe Mercer Way, you will disembark the buggy and walk the pedestrianised walkway to your stadium entrance.
Post-match - The service will operate after the final whistle once it is safe to do so. This may take up to 30 minutes to allow pedestrians to safely leave the stadium.
We have a specially designed space for children to attend a match in a calm environment at the Etihad Stadium. You can register your interest and find out more here.
Check out our Help Centre article on Medical Exemptions here.
RESPECT THE BADGE
We ask all fans to join us in creating a positive environment and atmosphere, where everyone is welcomed, accepted and has a fantastic matchday experience.
As part of this, we operate a zero-tolerance approach to all discriminatory and abusive behaviour including any form of Racism, Homophobia, Islamophobia, Antisemitism or Sexism. Such behaviour may include abusive tragedy-related comments, chanting, or gesture-making.
If you see or hear such behaviour, talk to a steward or the police, or report it on the Kick It Out app.
Alternatively, any fans who see or hear abusive behaviour can text 0770 015 1894 to make our dedicated security team aware of what they have witnessed.
PRAYER ROOM
We have a Multi-Faith Prayer Room within the stadium to provide supporters with a quiet space for prayer and reflection. If you’d like to use this space on a matchday, please approach a steward who will guide you to the space.
Player Mascot
This amazing experience is available to Junior Matchday Members aged 12 and under.
Ground Regulations
Please refer to our ticketing terms and conditions for more information
We ask all fans to join us in creating a positive environment and atmosphere, where everyone is welcomed, and accepted and has a fantastic matchday experience.
We operate a zero-tolerance approach to all discriminatory and abusive behaviour including any form of Racism, Homophobia, Islamophobia, Antisemitism and Sexism. Such behaviour may include abusive comments, chanting, or gesture-making of any kind.
If you see or hear such behaviour, talk to a steward or the police, or report it on the Kick It Out app. Alternatively, any fans who see or hear abusive behaviour can text 0770 015 1894 to make our dedicated security team aware of what they have witnessed.
Android and iOS users can download the free Kick It Out app on Google Play or via The App Store.
All flags and banners must be smaller than 2m x 1m and not be offensive, discriminatory, or inflammatory in any way. In addition, UK football's governing authorities have advised clubs that Israeli and Palestinian flags should be prohibited and, as such, they will not be allowed inside the Etihad Stadium.
Any supporter, who attempts to invade the field of play, at any time, will be ejected from the stadium and may be arrested. This also applies to any supporters identified to be throwing items onto the field of play or into the home supporter areas.
The Etihad Campus, including the car park and concourses, are smoke-free, including electronic cigarettes.
