1st Birthday Venues for Hire in Manchester

Booking costs of 1st birthday venues average £35 per person. 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 from May 2026:

Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated May 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.’

• Store Street Exchange at DoubleTree by Hilton Manchester - Piccadilly in Manchester City Centre - rated 4.9/5
  Our user said: ‘Couldn't fault them at all. Will definitely use this venue for our next Summer party.’

• The Salvation Bar at voco Manchester in Manchester City Centre - rated 4.8/5
  Our user said: ‘Gorgeous venue for my 30th party - the whole team were very accommodating and attended to all guests.’

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 (May 2026):

These are the venues within 0.3 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...
• The Salvation Bar at voco Manchester on 59 Portland Street - 0.2 mi from centre.
  Our user said: ‘Gorgeous venue for my 30th party - the whole team were very accommodating and attended to all guests.’
• Roby 1844 at Holiday Inn Manchester - City Centre on Aytoun Street - 0.3 mi from centre.
  Our user said: ‘Had the terrace space to ourselves and was very well looked after by the staff.’

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

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.

Manchester has many child-friendly venues perfect for organising your little one’s 1st birthday party. You might love House of Fu in City Centre, a cosy spot with space for 24 guests, starting at £50 minimum spend. Another great choice is Guston Italian Manchester in the city centre, featuring a private dining room with 16 seats for around £500 per day.

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.