1st Birthday Venues for Hire in Manchester

Booking costs of 1st birthday venues average £1800 minimum spend per event. Costs vary depending on guest capacity, popularity, location, and amenities like sound systems or bar services. Extra charges may apply for custom catering, decor, or event planning services. Packages with add-ons, such as DJs, photo booths, or other entertainment services, can also increase the overall cost. Check out the typical price ranges in Manchester, based on Tagvenue data:

Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated September 2026), the best options include:

• Blue Lounge at Didsbury House Hotel in Didsbury - rated 5/5
  Our user said: ‘What a great time we had. All our guests loved the venue and had a great experience.’

• Palaces Suite at DoubleTree by Hilton Manchester - Piccadilly in Manchester City Centre - rated 4.9/5
  Our user said: ‘We had a wonderful experience hosting an 18th birthday party.’

• The Lounge at St Kentigern's Parish Hall in Fallowfield - rated 4.7/5
  Our user said: ‘The staff was friendly, and we were well informed about all that would be inclusive.’

You'll find 1st birthday venues in various sizes, from smaller spots to larger venues; keep in mind that the type of space and your chosen layout will affect the capacity! Below you can see the typical venue sizes in Manchester, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (September 2026):

These are the venues within 0.1 mi from central Manchester, available to book on Tagvenue:

• International Suite at Mercure Manchester Piccadilly on Portland Street - 0.1 mi from centre.
  Venue said: Booking Manchester meeting rooms couldn’t be easier. Our conference team can plan every aspect, from room layouts to food and drink options, and with 11 fully equipped city center meeting rooms for up to 800 delegates no...
• Semi-Private Dining at Cibo Manchester on 43 Spring Gardens - 0.1 mi from centre.
  Venue said: They sit within the main restaurant, so guests get a degree of privacy without being fully removed from the room. Layouts can be adjusted for seated dining or standing receptions.
• Large Hub at King Street Townhouse on 10 Booth Street Manchester - 0.1 mi from centre.
  Our user said: ‘Beautiful location and room, food 10/10 and great staff, service and communication...’

Based on Tagvenue data (as of September 2026), users looking for 1st birthday venues most commonly go for these venue types:

Smaller 1st birthday venues usually fit up to 50 guests standing. Here are some great options in Manchester, based on Tagvenue data as of September 2026:

• The BIG Boom Brunch at Boom Battle Bar Manchester, rated 5/5 - bar for 50 guests
  Our user said: ‘We had a great time at our Christmas Do. It was well worth the price, we got drinks, food and games included.’

• Private Dining Room at Gusto Italian Manchester, rated 4.8/5 - dining room for 16 guests
  Our user said: ‘The atmosphere, the venue and the decorations. Food was ok...’

• Creche Play Room at My Time Creche - event venue for 16 guests
  Venue said: My Time Nursery Creche is located in the heart of Chorlton, Manchester and offers a safe, modern space for children’s parties and small family gatherings.

Cheap 1st birthday venues in Manchester start from £500 hire fee per event or £500 minimum spend per event. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of September 2026:

• Gallery at Manchester Hall, from £500 hire fee per event (up to 100 guests standing)
  Our user said: ‘We had a lovely night and the venue looked amazing.’

• Private Dining Room at Gusto Italian Manchester, from £500 minimum spend per event (up to 16 guests seated)
  Our user said: ‘The atmosphere, the venue and the decorations. Food was ok...’

• Main Studio Room at Longsight Art Space, from £25 hire fee per hour (up to 55 guests standing)
  Venue said: The space comfortably accommodates 55 guests and includes: tables, chairs, display plinths, toilet facilities, and a ground-level entrance with universal access.

Yes, Manchester has some excellent outdoor venues where you can host a 1st birthday party. For example, The Urban Courtyard - Manchester in Harpurhey offers a spacious open-air space that accommodates up to 100 guests. It offers event planning services to help you create a memorable celebration on its stunning terrace, with a £655 minimum spend.

Weekends, particularly Saturdays, are the most popular days for booking birthday venues in Manchester. If you’re looking to secure a space during these peak times, we recommend booking several months in advance. Weekdays are typically less busy and could offer more affordable pricing options.