Busted vs McFly

Wed 5 Nov 2025 19:30
5 Nov
Doors open
18:30
Start
19:30
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Last week saw pop rock legends Busted storm the stage at McFly’s sold out 21s tbirthday headline show in London to announce they will be going head to head on tour together next year! The Busted vs McFly Tour will see the two groups visit some of the UK’s biggest and best venues.

Speaking of the tour, McFly threw down the gauntlet and commented:

“Busted gatecrashed our show last night (not cool), and challenged us to a VS tour next year. They’re old men now, and we are gonna blow them and their carers off the stage next year. We’ve had a great time celebrating our 21st birthday this week and next year is going to be even better - P.S Busted Suck.

Busted fought back and added:

"There’s been a lot of talk recently…. This is where the talking ends….! We are ready to show who is the better band once and for all. McFly suck and Busted Rock!"

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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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Join the Afterparty - Tickets to be released soon

Why not keep the celebration going and join us right after the main event for an exclusive afterparty? Get ready to dance the night away with the encore you didn’t know you needed in Co-op Backstage Club, with a DJ playing all your pop favourites. Straight after the show until late, tickets required.

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

5 November 2025

Door times

Co-op Backstage Club: 17:30
Premium Doors: 18:00
General Admission: 18:30

PARKING

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

Anyone aged 14 or under must be accompanied by an adult aged 18 or over. Anybody under the age of 16 is not permitted in the standing area. Please note that the venue has a right to remove or re-seat, if possible, any child who appears to be under the age of 16 for safety purposes.

Accessibility Info

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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