Overview
Home to Manchester City Football Club, the Etihad Stadium is a contemporary football venue designed to deliver elite performance and a refined match day experience. Opened in 2003, its elegant bowl design ensures clear sightlines from every tier, while the steep stands and enclosed structure generate an intense atmosphere on big European and domestic nights. Beyond the pitch, the stadium is known for its premium hospitality offering, with a wide range of executive suites, private boxes and destination dining spaces that place comfort, service and exclusivity at the heart of the experience.
STADIUM AT A GLANCE
Stadium: Etihad Stadium
Capacity: 61,474
Setting: Set within the Etihad Campus in East Manchester, the Etihad Stadium rises from a purpose-built sporting district with open concourses, strong transport links and a sense of scale that builds as you approach on matchday.
LOCATION
Located in East Manchester, the Etihad Stadium sits at the heart of the city’s vibrant sporting and entertainment district, just a short journey from the city centre.
GETTING TO THE STADIUM
Manchester City strongly encourages travelling by public transport on matchdays, with multiple stations and tram stops within walking distance and clear stewarded routes guiding fans to the stadium.
Nearest stations / stops (walkable):
Manchester Piccadilly (National Rail / Metrolink) – around 20 minutes’ walk
Ashburys (National Rail) – around 15 minutes’ walk
Etihad Campus Metrolink (tram) – direct access to the stadium
Velopark Metrolink (tram) – around 10 minutes’ walk
Matchday tip: Road restrictions and limited parking operate around the stadium on matchdays, so public transport is highly recommended and planning your route in advance is essential.
HOSPITALITY EXPERIENCES
At the Etihad Stadium, hospitality is built around premium suites, Club Level seating and elevated dining experiences, ideal for corporate entertaining, team days out or a special occasion.
Depending on the fixture and experience level you choose, options can include:
City Legends – a premium restaurant-led experience with inclusive drinks and Club Level match seats.
Executive Boxes – private, luxurious boxes with premium seating, inclusive catering and attentive service.
Club Level packages – padded seats, access to Club Level lounges and concourses, and a relaxed, high-end match day experience.
WHAT YOUR HOSPITALITY PACKAGE TYPICALLY INCLUDES
Inclusions vary by package, but hospitality at the Etihad Stadium commonly features:
Premium padded match seating (often on Club Level or in Executive Boxes).
Early stadium access to arrive ahead of the crowds and enjoy the atmosphere.
Lounge or restaurant access with a dedicated, high-end hospitality environment.
Food options ranging from light bites to full multi-course dining (depending on the package).
Inclusive drinks on selected packages.
ACCESSIBILITY
Manchester City provides a dedicated Etihad Stadium Access Guide to support visitors with access requirements, offering detailed information to help plan arrival, entry and available services on matchdays.
THINGS TO KNOW
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Travel planning matters: matchday station access and local road controls can affect timings, so allow extra time.
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Hospitality is the smoothest way to do matchday: earlier entry and lounge access make the whole experience feel more relaxed compared to general admission.
2026/27 SEASON FIXTURES
Date | Fixture | Venue |
Sunday 23 August 2026 | Manchester City v AFC Bournemouth | Home |
Saturday 29 August 2026 | Crystal Palace v Manchester City | Away |
Saturday 5 September 2026 | Manchester City v Coventry City | Home |
Saturday 12 September 2026 | Manchester United v Manchester City | Away |
Saturday 19 September 2026 | Manchester City v Sunderland | Home |
Saturday 10 October 2026 | Liverpool v Manchester City | Away |
Saturday 17 October 2026 | Manchester City v Ipswich Town | Home |
Saturday 24 October 2026 | Aston Villa v Manchester City | Away |
Saturday 31 October 2026 | Manchester City v Brighton and Hove Albion | Home |
Saturday 7 November 2026 | Nottingham Forest v Manchester City | Away |
Saturday 21 November 2026 | Manchester City v Fulham | Home |
Saturday 28 November 2026 | Arsenal v Manchester City | Away |
Wednesday 2 December 2026 | Manchester City v Leeds United | Home |
Saturday 5 December 2026 | Brentford v Manchester City | Away |
Saturday 12 December 2026 | Manchester City v Chelsea | Home |
Saturday 19 December 2026 | Manchester City v Hull City | Home |
Saturday 26 December 2026 | Newcastle United v Manchester City | Away |
Wednesday 30 December 2026 | Everton v Manchester City | Away |
Saturday 2 January 2027 | Manchester City v Tottenham Hotspur | Home |
Wednesday 6 January 2027 | Leeds United v Manchester City | Away |
Saturday 16 January 2027 | Manchester City v Nottingham Forest | Home |
Saturday 23 January 2027 | Brighton and Hove Albion v Manchester City | Away |
Saturday 30 January 2027 | Manchester City v Arsenal | Home |
Saturday 6 February 2027 | Fulham v Manchester City | Away |
Wednesday 10 February 2027 | Tottenham Hotspur v Manchester City | Away |
Saturday 20 February 2027 | Manchester City v Newcastle United | Home |
Saturday 27 February 2027 | Hull City v Manchester City | Away |
Wednesday 3 March 2027 | Manchester City v Everton | Home |
Saturday 13 March 2027 | Coventry City v Manchester City | Away |
Saturday 20 March 2027 | Manchester City v Manchester United | Home |
Saturday 10 April 2027 | AFC Bournemouth v Manchester City | Away |
Saturday 17 April 2027 | Manchester City v Crystal Palace | Home |
Saturday 24 April 2027 | Chelsea v Manchester City | Away |
Saturday 1 May 2027 | Manchester City v Brentford | Home |
Saturday 8 May 2027 | Manchester City v Liverpool | Home |
Saturday 15 May 2027 | Ipswich Town v Manchester City | Away |
Sunday 23 May 2027 | Manchester City v Aston Villa | Home |
Sunday 30 May 2027 | Sunderland v Manchester City | Away |
Kick-off times are confirmed by broadcasters closer to each fixture. Fixture dates from January 2027 onward are more likely to move for TV scheduling and should be reconfirmed nearer the time. Contact our team for the latest confirmed times and availability.
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