HYROX Manchester 2027
20–31 Jan 2027 at Manchester Central Convention Complex, Manchester, United Kingdom. Divisions: Open, Pro, Doubles, Pro Doubles, Relay and Adaptive.
- Dates
- 20–31 Jan 2027
- Venue
- Manchester Central Convention Complex
- Manchester Central Convention Complex, Windmill Street, M2 3GX
- Getting there
- Deansgate rail station and the Deansgate-Castlefield Metrolink stop, about a 5-minute walk
- Tickets
- Tickets on sale
HYROX Manchester runs over two back-to-back race weeks in late January 2027 at Manchester Central, a convention complex right in the city center. Trains, trams, hotels and canal towpaths are all a short walk away. The one thing to know is that it's January in the north of England, so plan for cold, wet and dark, and pack a warm layer for before and after your heat.
Checked 15 October 2026. Details change, so confirm bookings directly.
Your weekend in Manchester, mapped
Hotels near the venue, gyms for a shakeout session, where to fuel up and where to recover.
Base yourself around St Peter's Square and Peter Street, right next to the venue, or in Castlefield and Deansgate for canal runs on your doorstep. The Northern Quarter, on the other side of the center, has the city's best independent food and gyms.
Race venue
Manchester Central Convention Complex
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Like a local
Local insights for Manchester
The things a friend who lives here would tell you before race weekend.
Tap in and tap out on the tram
Metrolink accepts contactless cards, phones and watches. Tap in before you board and tap out at the end. Machines are on platforms, not on board, and the Bee Network app sells tickets too.
Buses cap your fares too
Bee Network buses take contactless and cap what you pay each day and week, so you don't need to buy a ticket in advance.
The local carb load
Lancashire hotpot is the region's classic slow-cooked dish: lamb and onions under a layer of sliced potatoes, often served with pickled red cabbage. It's hearty fuel the night before a big effort.
January weather
Expect highs around 7°C (45°F) and lows around 2°C (35°F), with rain on about 13 days of the month and less than two hours of sunshine a day on average. Pack a waterproof and run in daylight.
Sunday shopping hours
Large shops in England can only open for six hours on a Sunday, between 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. Small convenience stores and pharmacies aren't restricted.
Drink the tap water
Tap water in England is regulated by the Drinking Water Inspectorate and safe to drink.
Check the bill before you tip
Many restaurants add a discretionary 12.5% service charge. If it's there, you don't need to tip again. If not, about 10% is normal for table service.
Getting to Manchester Central Convention Complex
From Manchester Airport
Trains to Manchester Piccadilly leave every 10 minutes and take about 20 minutes. From Piccadilly it's about a 20-minute walk or a 5-minute taxi to the venue. Direct trams also run, but they're slower.
From Manchester Piccadilly or Victoria
Take a Metrolink tram to St Peter's Square or Deansgate-Castlefield, then walk a few minutes. Trams run every few minutes.
From elsewhere in the UK
If your train stops at Oxford Road or Deansgate, get off there. Both are 5 to 10 minutes' walk from the venue.
Race-weekend events
Parties, expos and side events
HYROX lists an Entertainment Zone with event partners and the Thunderdome viewing area at the venue. As of 15 October 2026, no official after-party, expo or community run had been announced for either race week. Watch HYROX's official channels and local run clubs closer to January.
Race-day tips for Manchester Central Convention Complex
- 1
Bring physical ID
Digital copies and photos aren't accepted. You can only check in on the day you race, and nobody can check in for you.
- 2
Arrive early
On-site registration for each division opens 90 minutes before its first start wave. You need your wristbands, timing chip and bib to race.
- 3
Check which week you're in
Sunday start times differ between 24 and 31 January, so confirm your wave.
- 4
Use the tram or train
Parking is limited. The NCP car park sits directly under the venue, but you should book ahead. A taxi rank is at the front of the building.
- 5
Get spectator tickets for your supporters
Spectators need their own tickets. To get in before their official window, they can go to the Spectators Desk with a ticket and ID.
HYROX Manchester: FAQ
How do I get to Manchester Central from Manchester Airport?+
Take a train to Manchester Piccadilly, which takes about 20 minutes and runs every 10 minutes. Then take a tram to St Peter's Square or Deansgate-Castlefield and walk, or take a 5-minute taxi.
When is HYROX Manchester 2027?+
It runs over two race weeks: Wednesday 20 to Sunday 24 January and Wednesday 27 to Sunday 31 January 2027.
Where should I stay for HYROX Manchester?+
Stay around Peter Street and St Peter's Square to walk to the venue, or in Castlefield and Deansgate for easy canal runs. The Northern Quarter, across the center, has more food and gyms.
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The race format
Every HYROX race follows the same format worldwide, which is why times compare across cities: 8 × 1 km runs, each followed by one workout station.
Station weights by division →- 1.Run 1 km, then 1 km SkiErg
- 2.Run 1 km, then 50 m sled push
- 3.Run 1 km, then 50 m sled pull
- 4.Run 1 km, then 80 m burpee broad jumps
- 5.Run 1 km, then 1 km row
- 6.Run 1 km, then 200 m farmers carry
- 7.Run 1 km, then 100 m sandbag lunges
- 8.Run 1 km, then 100 wall balls
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