Q. Where and when does Damnation Festival take place?
A. Damnation takes place at Bowlers Exhibition Centre, across three stages on Saturday 8th and Sunday 9th of November 2025.
Q. How much are tickets?
A. Tickets are priced from £155 (plus booking fees). A pay by instalment plan is also available to spread the payments across a number of months.
Q: Is there parking at the event?
A: There is no parking on site. The venue car park is used to house all of our food vendors, our merch tent and some chill out space. The little parking that remains is used to park up the crew and artists working across the day. The Bowlers Exhibition Centre is located in a large industrial estate and there is plenty of parking found on the streets around the venue. Alternatively the Metrolink Park & Ride is only a 5 minute walk away from the venue.
Q: WHAT time are doors at?
A: Doors on each day will be at midday.
Q: I’ve lost/misplaced my e-ticket. What do I do?
A: As part of your purchase through our ticketing agent Skiddle, you will have been asked to set up an account with them. If you log into your Skiddle account, you will find your tickets in there. Alternatively a reminder will be sent out closer to the time with your ticket attached.
Q: Someone else booked my tickets and it has their name on it. Do the tickets need to be in my name?
A: No. We do not check names on tickets against ID on the door. It does not matter what name is on the ticket.
Q: I can no longer attend the event. can i get a refund on my ticket?
A: In line with the practices of most other events and festivals, we only offer refunds if Damnation Festival is cancelled, rescheduled or has changed location. This in in line with the regulations of the Society of Ticket Agents and Retailers (STAR). However we have no objections to you selling on your ticket to someone else. May we recommend a site like Twickets with which to sell your e-ticket.
Q: CAN MY BAND PERFORM AT DAMNATION?
A: We receive hundreds of applications each year which takes considerable time to get through each one. Also given the very limited number of slots available at Damnation, it is the case that the callibre of bands is very high, with even our opening bands often having already extensive touring under their belts, albums in their back catalogue and a presence that has fans turning up as soon as doors open. For now we have decided to pause the application process. We may resume this again in future years.
Q: Is the venue wheelchair accessible?
A: Yes, the venue is fully wheelchair accessible. The rooms are generally on flat surfaces. The internal floors have recently been refurbished and are newly painted with anti-slip surfaces throughout. Where there are some steps, the rooms also have wheelchair accessible ramps to negotiate the different heights. There is a wheelchair accessible toilet, and for those who may have access to the upstairs Cantina bar, this is serviced by a lift.
Q: I need help negotiating my way around the venue because of my disability. Can I get a carers ticket?
A: Yes we provide those with a registered disability with a free carers ticket. Fill out the following form HERE and we'll take care of the rest. Carer’s tickets are generally issued in September each year, but applications are taken all year around.
Q: Does the venue have viewing platforms for those with additional needs?
A: Yes, there are viewing platforms at all three stages. These are operated on a first come first serve basis. Those who are in wheelchairs are given priority. In the event that the platforms are full, we would ask that attendees are mindful of the needs of others. If you are there with a carer/PA and they are able enough to stand on the ground level, we would ask that they do so to provide additional space for those who may need it.
If you do require access to these platforms, please ask a member of the ticketing staff for the additional wristband for these platforms as you are entering the venue. We do not require any proof of your specific needs. We have always worked on the trust principle. If you say you need access to those platforms, then we believe you need access to that space. Simple as that.
Q: Is there a minimum age for attending Damnation Festival?
A: Damnation is a 14+ event so unfortunately children below that age are unable to attend. Those aged 14-17 must be accompanied by a person aged over 18 to gain admittance to the venue.
Q: Can I bring my camera with me?
A: Yes you can bring your camera but you do so at your own peril. Don’t come to us, if the big sweaty guy in the pit bumps into you and knocks your SLR out of your hand. However, do come to us if you’ve gotten some great shots that you want to share with us.
Q: How do I get there?
A: People come to Damnation from all corners of the British Isles, so be sure to check for flights into Manchester Airport if you’re coming from afar – Megabus and various rail companies also offer great deals to Manchester.
Directions:
Address – Bowlers Exhibition Centre, Longbridge Rd, Trafford Park, Stretford, Manchester M17 1SN
Nearest main rail station:
Manchester Piccadilly
Nearest tram stop:
Parkway (Manchester Metrolink)*
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