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02.06.2023 - 05:45 / manchestereveningnews.co.uk
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.
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.
Liquids are not usually permitted to be brought on site at Emirates Old Trafford, but bottled water may be permitted
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