The Strokes Are Back: Your Complete UK Tour Parking Guide
The Strokes are bringing their first full UK tour in 20 years to London, Newcastle and Manchester this October — here's how to lock in parking before every date sells out.
The Strokes UK Tour 2026 Parking Guide — London, Newcastle & Manchester
Twenty years since their last full UK run, Julian Casablancas and the rest of The Strokes are touring Reality Awaits, their seventh studio album — and demand has already forced a second London show onto the calendar. With four arena dates across three cities in October, parking near each venue is going to disappear fast, so the smart move is booking a space now rather than gambling on finding one on the night.
Tuesday 6 October 2026 — The O2, London
Wednesday 7 October 2026 — The O2, London (added due to demand)
Sunday 25 October 2026 — Utilita Arena, Newcastle
Monday 26 October 2026 — Co-op Live, Manchester
Book Parking Near The Strokes
Whichever city you're catching them in, booking ahead with JustPark means:
A guaranteed space before you set off — no circling side streets as doors approach
A choice of price points, from budget driveways further out to spaces right by the venue
The option to extend your session through the app if the encore runs long
Better rates than turning up on the night, when nearby spaces get snapped up first
Access to quieter residential streets away from the arena crowds
Getting Tickets for The Strokes
Tickets for all four UK dates are on general sale now, with prices for the tour running from around £72.50 up to £225.50 depending on category. Early London dates have moved quickly, so if a show shows as sold out on the official ticket sites, stick to reputable resale platforms and be wary of unofficial third-party sellers — a common source of fake tickets around high-demand tours like this one.
Getting to The O2, London
The O2's Greenwich Peninsula location (postcode SE10 0DX) means you've got several solid ways in:
By Tube: North Greenwich on the Jubilee line is the closest station, around 20 minutes from central London
By train/boat: North Greenwich Pier is a short walk from the main entrance if you fancy the Thames Clipper
By bus: Routes 108, 129, 132, 161, 188, 422, 472 and 486 all stop nearby, with the 188 running right through the night via Waterloo
By car: The O2 is signposted from the M25, A2 and A20 from the South East, and the M11 from the North
Book your parking near The O2 in advance — driveways around Greenwich and North Greenwich fill up quickly once doors are announced, and with two London dates now on sale, both nights will see heavy demand in the area.
Getting to Utilita Arena, Newcastle
Set on the banks of the Tyne (sat-nav postcode NE4 7NA), the arena is an easy walk from the city centre:
By train: Newcastle Central Station is roughly a 10–15 minute walk away, with connections via CrossCountry, LNER, TransPennine Express and Northern
By Metro/tram: The Central Metro and tram stops are also around 10 minutes on foot, serving the Yellow and Green lines
By bus: Services 8, 10, 10X, 11, 12, 12A, 22, 22X and 38 all pass close to the venue
By car: Just 3 minutes from the A1 — take the A184 signposted "City Centre," then the A189 over the Redheugh Bridge
Find parking near Utilita Arena Newcastle ahead of the 25 October show rather than hoping for something close by on the night — the area gets busy fast once an arena show lets out.
Getting to Co-op Live, Manchester
Co-op Live sits on the Etihad Campus in East Manchester (sat-nav postcode M11 3DU), a couple of miles out from the city centre:
By tram: The Etihad Campus stop sits directly outside the arena, with frequent Metrolink services on the Ashton–Eccles line running every 6 minutes from the city centre, until 1am on Fridays and Saturdays
By train: Manchester Piccadilly connects via a 10-minute tram ride to Etihad Campus; Victoria, Oxford Road and Deansgate stations are all reachable via tram too, journey times ranging from 12–30 minutes
By bus: Several commercial routes serve the Etihad area during events
Book parking near Co-op Live in one of the surrounding neighbourhoods, or look at spaces further into Manchestercity centre if you'd rather park up and tram in.
Park & Ride From Outside Manchester
If you're driving in from further afield for the Manchester date, Greater Manchester's Park & Ride network connects straight onto the tram line serving the venue:
Ashton Moss (Ashton line) — tram straight through to Etihad Campus
Ashton West (Ashton line) — same line, a few stops further out
Ladywell (Ashton–Eccles line) — the largest of the three, with the most capacity
All three sit on the line that runs directly to Etihad Campus, making this a solid option if you'd rather not drive right into the venue's immediate area on the night.
Quick FAQs about The Strokes parking
Is there parking within walking distance of The O2 for The Strokes?
Yes — North Greenwich has a good spread of nearby driveways and off-street spaces, most within a 10–15 minute walk of the arena.
Can I book parking for the Newcastle or Manchester dates in advance?
Yes, and it's worth doing sooner rather than later — spaces near Utilita Arena Newcastle and Co-op Live tend to book out as each show gets closer.
Are there accessible parking options near the venues?
JustPark lets you filter listings for accessible parking and step-free access at each of the three venues, so you can check availability before booking.
Can I park overnight if I'm staying in the city after the show?
Many JustPark driveways allow longer bookings beyond just the event window — check the listing details for each space before you book if you're planning to stay over.
Live Near The O2, Utilita Arena or Co-op Live? Rent Out Your Space
If you live near any of these three venues, four sold-out-calibre arena dates in one month is a genuine earning opportunity — even if you're not going to the gig yourself. Hosts near sports grounds and music arenas make on average 57% more annually by renting out their driveway on event nights, and setting event-specific pricing for a night like this takes minutes. You choose when your space is available, and you can pause or adjust it any time.
List your driveway with JustPark ahead of these dates and turn your unused space into extra income while fans pour into your neighbourhood.
Ready to See The Strokes?
With four dates and thousands of fans converging on London, Newcastle and Manchester this October, parking near each venue won't stay available for long. Book your space now, and you can spend the day looking forward to the show instead of worrying about where you'll leave the car.
