John Bishop

25 Years of Stand Up new date added
Sat 4 Oct 2025 and Sun 5 Oct 2025
4 Oct
and
5 Oct

We’re thrilled to announce that John Bishop is coming to Co-op Live for his tenth stand-up tour, John Bishop:25, to celebrate his incredible 25-year career. And to mark this special anniversary, every ticket at every show will be just £25 + fees. 

Upgrade your night: Co-op Backstage Club

Leave the crowds behind and enter through a dedicated entrance that sets the tone for an evening full of cool, retro vibes. Inside, you’ll be transported to a space inspired by the timeless energy of Manchester’s Northern Quarter. 
Enjoy early entry, private seating, delicious food, refreshing drinks, and an exclusive merchandise stall with items that take you back in time. Plus, you’ll have access to dedicated toilets and cloakrooms, ensuring you can enjoy every moment without a hitch. Find out more about Co-op Backstage Club.

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Getting here:

Co-op Live is located on the Etihad Campus in East Manchester and you can take multiple different modes of transport to the arena. Check out our dedicated page for all your travel questions.

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Getting to Co-op Live 

KEY INFO

Date

4 & 5 October 2025

Door times

Co-op Backstage Club: 17:30
Premium Doors: 18:00
General Admission: 18:30
Start time: 20:00 Prompt

Parking

Official Vertu Parking on campus, open from 14:30
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Age Restriction

Over 14s only. Under 16s must be accompanied by an adult aged 18 or over.

Accessibility info

We've teamed up with our friends at Attitude Is Everything to ensure our venue is as accessible as possible. Our state of the art venue includes design and spaces to help everyone make the most of their visit, from lowered service counters, step-free access to all floors, a designated respite room, support for assistance dogs, hearing loops and more.

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