Gladiators is a LIVE TV production that is being filmed in a transformed arena setting in front of an audience of 4,000 fans.

All timings are approximate and the shows can significantly overrun without notice due to filming requirements.

Please be aware that filming days are long, especially for younger children, so come prepared for a full day on site.

If you leave your seat during active filming, production may need to fill it to maintain continuity on screen.

25 July

Car Park Opens: 8am

Doors Open: 11:30am

Event Starts: 12:30pm

Curfew: 9pm

26-29 July

Car Park Opens: 8am

Doors Open: 11:30am

Event Starts: 12:30pm

Curfew: 8:30pm

30 July - Celebrity Special

Car Park Opens: 8am

Doors Open: 12pm

Event Starts: 1pm

Curfew: 8:30pm

01-03 August

Car Park Opens: 8am

Doors Open: 12pm

Event Starts: 1pm

Curfew: 9pm

05 August (Morning Show)

Car Park Opens: 7am

Doors Open: 9am

Event Starts: 10am

Curfew: 2:30pm

05 August (Afternoon Show)

Car Park Opens: 3pm

Doors Open: 4pm

Event Starts: 5pm

Curfew: 9:30pm

07 August

Car Park Opens: 8am

Doors Open: 11:30am

Event Starts: 12:30pm

Curfew: 8:30pm

Please Note: 

- Minimum age limit 5 years and over & all under 18's must be accompanied by an adult - This show is being filmed live and aired on a future date 

- Door, performance & event running timings are subject to change due to the nature of the show 

Tickets for this event are issued by ApplauseStore.

Please closely read your Applause Store email for full details of the ticket collection procedure.

eTickets that are issued do not guarantee entrance and MUST be exchange with ApplauseStore staff at the venue for seats.

The ticket exchange will take place at Entry C Box Office where all members of the party must be present with relevant ID for the lead booker and/or those who look under 5 in order for ApplauseStore staff to allocate your tickets to enter the venue. 

Tickets for Series 4 filming are now available where audiences are invited to join in the excitement live from Utilita Arena Sheffield. This will be an initial release of recording dates with more to be released in due course. Any tickets/eTickets that are issued do not guarantee entrance these must be exchanged with Applause Store staff for venue tickets when you arrive at the Arena and are subject to availability - further details available in the below Applause Store Terms & Conditions.  

Successful applicants will be emailed by Applause Store approximately three weeks before the show and will include details of where and how to exchange these for tickets to access the event. 

On site parking is available £15 per car, payable on entry by card only - pre-book parking is not available on this event.

We’ve partnered with Meadowhall to provide alternative free off-site parking for select events. Click the link below to check if it’s available for this event and to see where to park if you're using this service.

All bags larger than 30cm wide x 40cm long x 20cm deep (approx. A3 sized) are strictly prohibited.

Rucksacks/Backpacks/Cool Boxes are not permitted and there is no facility to store prohibited items.




There are payable luggage storage locations based at Premier Inn Hotels both near the Arena and Meadowhall. More information here 

Our new Evolv Technology AI security screening system is now in use. There’s no need to remove items from your pockets. The scanners are safe for everyone, including those with medical conditions.

We recommend that you arrive as close to the doors open time as you can and keep the items that you bring with you to a minimum as this will delay your entry. More information on safety & security and the Evolv screening system can be found on the link below...

Applausestore have introduced a new 2026 Access Policy. It has been tailored to support individuals’ needs, ensuring you know exactly what to expect before attending every one of our television shows and events. When applying for tickets, tick the Wheelchair/Access box when applying if required. 

If successful, you will receive an access ticket and be asked to bring a valid Access Card or Blue Badge with you to the show/event. If you arrive without one of these cards or an Access Ticket, you would not be able to take advantage of this policy, your entrance is not guaranteed, and you will have to join the general queue. There are no exceptions to this. Sorry.

You are not guaranteed to receive a Wheelchair/Access ticket when you apply. They are all subject to availability for each show/event.  

Disabled parking: Disabled parking spaces are available at the Arena itself, but are subject to availability on the day. These cannot be pre-booked for this particular event.

We have the following facilities available to assist those with accessibility needs:

Lifts available Entry B & C, Ramp Blue concourse, Assistive Listening Devices, Changing Facilities, Accessible Toilets & a Private Quiet/Care Room

Snacks, sweets, fruit and plastic water bottles will be permitted for this event.
 

The new menu will include a wide range of healthy food options including Vegan & Gluten Free meals :-

Jacket Potatoes, Sandwiches & Salads with a selection of fillings

Breakfast sandwiches

A wide range Vegan & Gluten Free options 

Pizza, Burgers, Chicken, Sausage Rolls, Chips, Nachos & Chilli

No bags larger than A3. Rucksacks, Cool Boxes and Backpacks are not allowed into the venue.

Should you have any specific dietary requirements that you think we may not cater for or any further questions about our catering provision for this event please contact us as far in advance of the show you are attending as possible so we can try to assist - please email us so this can be looked at ahead of your visit.

A pass out system will be in operation at this allowing customers to leave both the venue and/or on site car park.

Got any questions not seen answered above, visit our FAQs.

If you need any further assistance please email us