Concerts / Pop
Simple Minds
at Co-op Live, Manchester
Simple Minds are performing at Co-op Live in Manchester on Friday 7 May 2027, with doors at 18:30. The Scottish rock and pop legends bring their distinctive sound and catalogue of hits to this major venue. This is your chance to experience one of the most influential bands of the 1980s and beyond.
- Date
- Fri 7 May · 18:30
- Ticket limit
- A max of 6 tickets per person and per household applies. Tickets…
- Promoter
- CO-OP LIVE
Tickets are sold by Ticketmaster. “Get tickets” and any date or time opens Ticketmaster’s site, with the full event details and prices.
Co-op Live, 1 Sports City Way, M11 3DU · Get directions
Line-up
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Simple Minds
Headliner
What to expect
Simple Minds is a pop concert at Co-op Live, 2.7 mi from the centre of Manchester. It is a good pick for music fans and a night out with friends. If you want to make a night of it, 5 other events are on in Manchester the same day.
About the event
From the organiser, as published on Ticketmaster.
£1* from every ticket sold on the tour will be donated to LIVE Trust, protecting, expanding and supporting grassroots music in the UK. *Subject to taxes, Charity Number: 1211251
About Simple Minds
Simple Minds are a Scottish rock band formed in Glasgow in 1977. The group centres on core duo Jim Kerr on vocals and Charlie Burchill on guitar, supported by guest musicians. The band has included notable former members such as keyboardist Mick MacNeil, bassists Derek Forbes and John Giblin, and drummers Brian McGee and Mel Gaynor throughout their history.
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About Co-op Live
Co-op Live is an indoor arena in Manchester, England, located within the Etihad Campus alongside the City of Manchester Stadium. Opening in May 2024, it holds the distinction of being the largest indoor arena in the United Kingdom by capacity, accommodating 23,500 attendees. The venue hosts a diverse range of events and performances for the city's entertainment calendar.
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Good to know
Notes from the organiser and the venue, as published on Ticketmaster. Togoist does not sell tickets; purchases, refunds and exchanges are handled by Ticketmaster.
- “Anyone aged 15 or under must be accompanied by an adult aged 18 or over. A max of 6 tickets per person and per household applies. Tickets in excess of 6 will be cancelled. The accessible ticket policy limits one free companion ticket to each accessible ticket purchased. Customers who require more than one essential companion or additional support, please contact the venue directly by following the below link For any questions about tickets booked with Ticketmaster, or if you require further assistance please get in contact with our access…”
- “To see the availability of Accessible Tickets, select the All Ticket Types & check as appropriate from the drop-down menu. Wheelchair Accessible are for wheelchair users only. Ambulant Disabled & Sight Impaired positions are located within general seated areas, but have been allocated due to their ease of access or proximity to the stage area where applicable. The Universal Accessible Symbol is used for all access requirements, so please make sure you are booking the appropriate tickets. The essential companion ticket next to the accessible ticket you've highlighted should be…”
- “All ticket purchases are non-refundable; however, we have made it easy for you to transfer or exchange your ticket if necessary. Ticket Transfer Tickets can be directly transferred to friends or family through the Co-op Live app in the run up to the event, and often at your point of purchase. To do this, click Transfer Tickets on the ticket menu and follow the instructions. Please note that for some events, ticket transfer may be disabled. For guidance on how to transfer tickets through Ticketmaster, visit the help page here…”
- “We encourage fans to car share where possible. Limited Official Vertu parking is available at Co-op Live and must be pre-booked ahead of the event online. Only pre-booked parking will be available on event days. Official Vertu Parking may be released up to 4 weeks before the event. You can find out more on our parking help page [link is: We advise all fans using Etihad Campus car parks to avoid leaving valuable items on display. A residents parking scheme is in place to protect those living near the Etihad…”
- “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 Co-op Live reserves the right to remove or re-seat, if possible, any child who appears to be under the age of 16 for safety purposes. Additional age restrictions may be placed by the event organiser for specific events, so please do check before purchasing a ticket. On event days, we are able to distribute young visitor wristbands from our…”
Quick answers
When is Simple Minds?
Friday 7 May 2027, starting at 18:30.
Where is Simple Minds?
Co-op Live, 1 Sports City Way, M11 3DU Manchester.


