Arctic Monkeys' biggest UK and Irish tour to date stops off in Manchester this weekend as the Sheffield rockers head to Emirates Old Trafford for two massive gigs. Due to the size of the event there will be tight security and a number of guidelines for gig-goers to keep in mind when heading to the cricket ground.
Specifically, there are a number of prohibited items that you are not allowed to take inside the ground. All ticketholders will be checked by security officials on the way in too.
Below, you'll find a round-up of what you can and can't take in to the two gigs, and more info on what you can and can't do at the shows too. Taking your own food and drink into the ground is not allowed - but there are food and drink options once past security.
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As there will be security checks, the advice is to get there early to make sure you're inside in plenty of time for the show to start.
Doors open at 4.30pm, and the first act, The Mysterines, will be on stage at 6.40pm before The Hives perform at 7.30pm. Then Arctic Monkeys are set to take to the stage at 8.50pm. For further information on travel advice, stage times, setlist and support, check out our guide here.
Can you take a bag in?
To speed up entry, the venue are asking that people do not bring a bag to the event if possible. If you need to bring a bag, this must be no bigger than A4 in size and will be searched. Any bags bigger than A4 will not be permitted into the stadium.
Any cameras will need to fit into a small bag no bigger than A4. The venue do not recommend bringing any large or expensive kit to the venue.
Can you take your own food and drink?
Liquids are not usually permitted to be brought on site at Emirates Old Trafford, but bottled water may be permitted in the event of extreme heat, subject to a decision made by the venue safety management.
No other food or drink will be permitted into the venue, but there will be a wide range of refreshments that are available inside the venue. It's worth noting that water points are also available around the ground. Managers of the ground have also said that if any specific food is needed for special dietary requirements a doctor’s note will be required on entry.
Can you buy alcohol at the concert?
There will be a number of bars situated around site serving alcoholic and soft drinks. The venue will be operating Challenge 25, so make sure to bring identification with you. Forms of accepted ID include Passport, Cards bearing the “Pass” or Photographic Driving Licence.
What can you not take into Emirates Old Trafford?
Portable battery charges are permitted at the event, but ticketholders are advised not to bring any of the following as you will not be allowed to enter the site if any of these items are found in your possession:
- Any objects or clothing bearing political statements or commercial identification intended for ambush marketing
- umbrellas
- large flags
- banners
- rattles
- fireworks
- flares
- pyrotechnics
- air horns
- musical instruments
- klaxons
- smoke canisters
- laser pointers
- bottles
- glasses
- cans
- cooking devices
- poles
- knives
- blades and other articles or containers
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