Upgrade your night with Co-op Backstage Club
Start the party early at our newly transformed Co-op Backstage Club; your backstage pass to the perfect night. A unique pre and post-show experience to give you the ultimate backstage retreat for the warm-up and wind down.
A place for every music lover, whether you’re here for the headliner or the afterparty. The night starts and ends here.
Escape the rush by entering through a designated entrance and soak in the vibes reminiscent of Manchester's Northern Quarter. Enjoy a pre-show warm-up with a free welcome drink* or bespoke music-themed cocktails. Grab a pizza, play pool, arcade and card games and dip into the one-of-a-kind photobooth, all soundtracked by DJs and live music. Skip the queues with an exclusive cloakroom, private toilet facilities and merchandise store.
Fancy a boogie? Discover a disco surprise hidden within. If you know, you know..
đ Early access: Enter the venue up to one hour before the general admission doors open through a private, dedicated entrance.**
đš Welcome drink: A complimentary glass of wine, beer, or a soft drink*. Plus if you’re a Co-op Member receive discount on Co-op Prosecco to start your night in style.
đ Food: Savour a selection of delicious pizza and sides for a quick bite before the show.
đ˛ Entertainment: Arcade games, pool, card games & an exclusive photobooth.
đ Merch: A merchandise store exclusively for Co-op Backstage Club members.
đī¸ Private seating: A mix of comfortable seats and private booths.
đ§Ĩ Skip the queues: Exclusive cloakroom and private toilet facilities.
đĒŠ Post-Show Access: Keep the party going after the show till late***
Limited entry. Unlimited fun. Ready to dive in?
* Complimentary drink not available at all events — check details at purchase.
** Doesn’t include early access to the main floor.
***Post-show access not available at all events and is subject to venue curfew.
Food and Drink
Sip, sit and refuel for the night ahead with food and drink in the Co-op Backstage Club. Grab a quick bite with a selection of pizzas and sides, accompanied by a complimentary welcome glass of wine, beer or soft drink*.
Co-op Members can enjoy a special prosecco deal to start your night in style.
*Complimentary drink not available at all events — check details at purchase.
Entertainment
Level up your night in Co-op Backstage Club with a host of pre and post-show entertainment. Shoot some pool, play card games with friends, go head-to-head on arcade games and dip into our one-of-a-kind photobooth, all soundtracked by DJs and live music. Fancy a boogie before the show? Discover our hidden disco surprise within Co-op Backstage Club.
Keep the party going at our exclusive afterparties* right after the show. Dance the night away with the encore you didn’t know you needed. Find out more about our afterparties here.
*Post-show afterparties not available at all events and is subject to venue curfew.
Co-op Member? Get Co-op Member prices.
Simply show your Co-op Membership card at the bar when ordering to unlock exclusive Co-op Member pricing on Co-op Prosecco. Dip into our one-of-a-kind photobooth exclusively for Co-op members for the ultimate event night souvenir.
How much are the games?
The arcade games are free, the photoboot is also free if you are a Co-op Member. Pool is priced at £5 per 30 minutes. Just ask at the bar when you arrive.
Does every show offer the Co-op Backstage Club?
Not all shows offer Co-op Backstage Club but check on our ticket page to see where you can join us.
Can I resell my Co-op Backstage Club ticket?
You can’t resell your Co-op Backstage Club ticket as they are non-refundable and non-transferrable.
Does my accessibility companion require a separate ticket?
Yes, they will need a Co-op Backstage Club ticket for themselves to join you.
Is there an age restriction on who can access the Co-op Backstage Club?
The age restriction for the Co-op Backstage Club is the same as the age restriction listed on the venue terms and conditions for each event. As standard, ages 14 and under must be accompanied by an adult.
Where is the Co-op Backstage Club?
Co-op Backstage Club has its own entrance point situated at Entrance G. It’s located on the east of the building on Level 1 next to Block 116. You will see signage once you enter via Entrance G.
Where can I buy tickets?
If you already have a ticket to an event at Co-op Live then you can upgrade your experience to join us at Co-op Backstage Club. Book the upgrade here and select the correct date for the event you’re coming to.
Please note that the upgrade to Co-op Backstage Club does not include an event ticket. You won’t be able to enter without a valid event ticket for the show you have booked.