We’re sure you’ve all heard by now that the 2026 Sports Ball is back at The Union.
After selling out the main event in less than 24 hours, due to extremely popular demand we've added this Afterparty only ticket. This ticket will permit you entry to The Union from 21:15 and you will have access to:
A welcome drink on arrival
Live Band Entertainment
Photobooth throughout the event
If you missed out on the main event, this is your second chance to celebrate an end to an incredible year of Man Met Sport!
What do I need to know?
🕺Who can come?
This event is open to all sports members, sports committee, sports staff.
🎤 What type of atmosphere should I expect?
You can expect a loud and lively atmosphere.
♿️ Is the event accessible for all?
The event is being held on the ground floor of The Union. There is a lift and accessible toilets on every floor of the building.
This ticket is issued on behalf of The Union, MMU and is subject to the following Terms and Conditions:
Refunds are only available up to 48 hours before the event start time. We cannot process ticket refunds after this point
Once purchased, your ticket cannot be exchanged, transferred, or resold
Admission will not be given to the event without a valid ticket unless the event is explicitly non-ticketed
For the safety of our visitors, The Union, MMU reserves the right to refuse admission, and may, on occasion conduct security searches
The Union, MMU reserves the right to alter or vary the content or timing of the event due to circumstances beyond our reasonable control without being obliged to refund or exchange tickets
The Union, MMU cannot accept responsibility for any loss or damage to personal property that you bring to the event
Personal arrangements you make concerning the event, for example travel and accommodation costs, are made at your own risk, and The Union, MMU cannot be held financially responsible for any losses
The Union, MMU will not be liable for any loss or damage caused by, suffered, or incurred by the visitors, which include:
Breakdown of machinery or equipment
Failure of supply of electricity or other utilities, leakage of water, fire, flood & explosion
Strike or labour dispute, external road or building works, Government controls, restrictions or prohibitions or any other Government act or omission whether local or national
Act of terrorism or any circumstances outside the control of The Union, MMU which may cause the event to be interrupted or cancelled
CCTV is active for security purposes during the event and visitors may also be filmed or recorded for promotional content
We may use your email address to specifically contact you about any changes to the event (e.g. rescheduling or cancellation). 11. All events are restricted to age 18+ unless specifically noted on the event page. All guests are required to provide proof of age if asked by the security staff. You can be refused entry if you don’t provide an ID. Acceptable forms of ID: a photo driving licence, passport, or proof of age card (such as the PASS card from the national Proof of Age Standards Scheme).
We will always respect your privacy and any personal communication and will always comply with relevant data protection legislation
If you have any queries regarding your ticket order, please call 0161 247 1162 or contact theunion@mmu.ac.uk