One of Britain’s oldest cricket grounds, Emirates Old Trafford underwent a £75m development to become an extensive, multi-purpose events destination. At Christmas, the stadium undergoes another transformation, turning into a winter wonderland-themed party venue. With both spacious halls and small to medium-sized suites, Emirates Old Trafford can host Christmas parties ranging from large, festive events to intimate dinner parties.
The Emirates Old Trafford offers:
- Private party experiences
- Shared party experiences – Christmas Extravaganzas and Pavilion Party Nights
- 250-bedroom hotel on-site
- High-quality food and drink service
- Live entertainment (and interactive options)
- Easy transport links into Manchester City Centre
- Access to a 700-space car park
Christmas Extravaganzas
For large, bustling parties, Emirates Old Trafford offers ‘Christmas Extravaganza’ shared party nights at The Point – the venue’s flagship event space. The Point is a vast suite used as an executive box for stadium games, with three-tiered windows and a balcony overlooking the cricket pitch. It has a capacity of up to 1,000 and is equipped with multiple bars, customisable lighting and a mezzanine studio. Guests can enjoy a multi-course dinner, live saxophonist and many other entertainment options.
Pavilion Party Nights
For smaller events, the Members’ Suite in the Pavilion has an intimate atmosphere, with a focus on the venue’s centuries-old cricket heritage. It can host up to 200 as a dining hall and offers guests a traditional Christmas experience. Next to the Suite is a large dancing floor, so celebrations can spill over into a bigger, more open space.
Private parties
Emirates Old Trafford has its own team of Christmas coordinators tasked with organising bespoke private parties for whatever vision organisers may have. The team can recreate any theme, from Hollywood glamour and winter wonderland to sci-fi. Decorations and menus are just some of the items that can be customised in the chosen aesthetic.
On-site hotel
Emirates Old Trafford has a 250-bedroom on-site hotel, so guests don’t have to coordinate transport options after the event. The four-star Hilton Garden Inn is highly-reviewed, with a 9.2/10 rating on Expedia. Linked directly to the stadium’s event space, the hotel is accessible via an indoor footbridge. Guests staying the night can have breakfast at The Edge, an onsite restaurant overlooking the cricket ground. The hotel is also equipped with a gym and cricket pitch-facing bedrooms.
How to get there
3 miles from central Manchester, Emirates Old Trafford can be reached from the city centre in 12 minutes by car and 30 minutes by bus or tram. The venue has free parking at its 700-space car park. Easy access to the centre of Manchester means that guests can keep the night going in Manchester’s nightlife scene, with bars, clubs and pubs nearby.
For more information, or to book the venue, visit: https://emiratesoldtrafford.lancashirecricket.co.uk/christmas/
Emirates Old Trafford contact details:
+44 0161 282 4020
