City to celebrate 2025/26 achievements with open top bus parade and after party at Co-op Live
TL;DR
Manchester City will hold an open top bus parade on May 25, 2026, to celebrate the achievements of their men's, women's, and academy teams. The celebration will continue with a special event at Co-op Live.
Key points
- Open top bus parade on May 25, 2026
- Celebrating men's, women's, and academy teams
- After party at Co-op Live
City to celebrate 2025/26 achievements with open top bus parade and after party at Co-op Live
To mark the achievements of Manchester City men’s, women’s and academy teams during the 25/26 season, we can confirm that an open top bus parade will take place on Monday 25 May, followed by ‘The After Party’ a special celebration event at Co-op Live.
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With build up starting in the City’s Northern Quarter from 16:00 (UK), there will be a kick-off moment with all teams at the beginning of the parade before buses travel through Ancoats and on to Ashton New Road. The parade will then come to a close with a final celebratory moment outside the Etihad Stadium at The Colin Bell Stand Reception.
‘The After Party’ is a special separate event which will take place at the Co-op Live, the UK’s flagship live entertainment area, after the parade.
With live music, entertainment, player interviews from both men’s and women’s teams and special guests it’s sure to be an evening to remember!
Fans can join the celebrations along various points of the parade route to show their support or can purchase tickets for the event at Co-op Live. The full parade will also be shown inside the venue for those attending Co-op Live.
Tickets for ‘The After Party’ are priced from £12 for adults, with other ticketing categories available. Tickets will be available on a first come, first served basis, giving preference to men’s and women’s Season Ticket Members (GA and Hospitality) and Cityzens Matchday and Junior Members,
Key timings for the day are below with further details for the parade, including route maps and ‘The After Party’ announced in due course. Updates will also be available here.
Key Information
*Please note final entry is 17:00 (UK) for Co-op Live. Fans will not be permitted after this time. Fans will be unable to join both the parade and Co-op Live event.
The City Parade
When: Monday 25 May, from 17:00 (UK)
Where: Starting in the Northern Quarter, travelling through Ancoats and along Ashton New Road to the Colin Bell Stand Reception at the Etihad Stadium.
Tickets: Tickets are not required for this event
The After Party at Co-op Live
When: Monday 25th May
Doors Open: 15:00 (UK)
Show begins: 16:00 (UK)
Final Entry: 17:00 (UK)
Approx 18:30 (UK) Player Arrival at Co-op Live
20:00 (UK) Stage Show Ends and Event Closes
Ticket Access for ‘The After Party’
Tickets will be available from Monday. There will be a priority window for any men’s and women’s Season Ticket Members (GA and Hospitality) and Cityzens Matchday and Junior Members, with on-sale times available here.
Further event updates will also be available on the hub.
Q&A
When is the Manchester City open top bus parade scheduled?
The open top bus parade is scheduled for Monday, May 25, 2026.
What teams will be celebrated during the Manchester City parade?
The parade will celebrate the achievements of Manchester City's men's, women's, and academy teams.
Where will the after party for the Manchester City celebration take place?
The after party will take place at Co-op Live.
