PAC-MAN Live Experience
Manchester, Greater Manchester
About PAC-MAN Live Experience
BRAND NEW FOR 2025!
Have you ever wanted to step inside the PAC-MAN game? Well, NOW you can! The PAC-MAN Live Experience has landed in Manchester and promises the most unforgettable experience for the whole family! In partnership with Bandai Namco Entertainment, this immersive experience is a MUST-VISIT.
Are you ready for a nostalgic throwback?
Top Things to Do at the Pacman Live Experience
Plus, you'll wear a specially designed PAC-Vest that'll turn you into the iconic yellow chomper!
The Pacman Live Experience brings this famous arcade game to life with cutting-edge wearable technology and dynamic visuals.
Top Tips for Visiting the PAC-MAN Live Experience
All that's left to say is, will you outsmart those classic ghosts?
- Exclusive bonus games
- Epic, real life arcade game in a huge-augmented-reality arena
- Take on classic ghost characters
Our Favourite Activity:
Tackling the PAC-MAN maze! You're literally stepping into the game! How cool is that?!
2 Exclusive Bonus levels!
There are exclusive bonus levels available at this live experience, so you're guaranteed a unique experience!
State-of-the-art Arcade Arena!
There are 2 massive PAC-MAN courts projected on the floor and dynamic visuals on the walls. With neon colours and flashing lights, it'll feel like you've actually stepped into the arcade game.
Facilities
Toilets
Food Available
Wheelchair Friendly
Opening Times
- Monday, 09:00 - 16:00
- Tuesday, 09:00 - 16:00
- Wednesday, 09:00 - 16:00
- Thursday, 10:00 - 16:00
- Friday, Closed
- Saturday, 09:00 - 16:00
- Sunday, 09:00 - 16:00
Session times vary by date and availability. PAC-MAN Live usually runs daytime sessions at Arcade Arena Manchester, with Friday availability limited or closed depending on the live booking calendar. Always check your selected time slot before travelling.
Pricing & Tickets
- Child (8-17) : £25.00
- Adult (17-18+) : £25.00
PAC-MAN Live Experience ticket prices vary by ticket type, date and availability. During the Great British Summer Savings period, official PAC-MAN Live standard tickets are currently £27 per adult, while family tickets are £21 per adult and require a minimum of 3 tickets including at least 1 child ticket. The Chaos Karts and PAC-MAN Live two-game bundle is currently £40.
Book in advance for cheapest tickets
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Plan Your Visit
Typical visit time less than an hour
Suitable for Kids and Adults too
Food & Drink Options
On-Site Snacks & Drinks
Individual Items: You can expect to pay around £3 to £5 for a slice of pizza or individual hot dogs, and £2 to £4 for soft drinks.
Combos: The venue occasionally offers gaming + drink/snack combos, or group meal packages that can help to keep costs down.
There is also free popcorn!
FAQs
Parking
Toilets
Family Friendly Options
Food & Drink
Accessibility Information
Tickets & Bookings
Private Hire & Birthday Parties
Public Transport
Contact Details
PAC-MAN Live Experience
Liverpool Road
Manchester
Greater Manchester
M3 4FP
England
Transport Information
By Train
The closest is Deansgate station, which is a 10-minute walk away.
By Car
PAC-MAN Live is just off Liverpool Road and Quay Street.
There are 3 blue badge parking spaces in front of the Museum of Science and Industry on Lower Byrom Street, and a limited number of council-run pay and display on-street parking spaces on Liverpool Road.
There are also many other car parks nearby run by private companies.
By Tram
The nearest Metrolink stop is Deansgate–Castlefield, which is serviced by all trams except for the Bury to Piccadilly line.
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Last Updated: 13:00 21/07/2026
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