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Top 40th Birthday Party Venues in Manchester
Wondering what to do for a 40th birthday in Manchester? Fear not, Tagvenue has got you covered. Whether it’s nightclubs and bars, where you can roll back the years with an all-out party, casinos and games rooms for a high-octane evening of fun and excitement, or luxury dining rooms and private suites for a sophisticated adult celebration, your needs will certainly be satisfied in this diverse city. If you’ve been searching for the best 40th birthday party venues in Manchester then you’ve come to the right place. Take a look right now and book the ideal spot before someone else does!
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![Barker Room at The Metropolitan, West Didsbury in Manchester]()
from £50
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30 guestsThe Metropolitan, West DidsburyManchesterPPhill B.
“A great room in a busy pub on a Saturday night.” -
![Coconut Cabana at Tiki Hideaway Manchester in Northern Quarter, Manchester]()
from £500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityCoconut Cabana
40 guestsTiki Hideaway ManchesterNorthern Quarter, Manchester
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MMichelle H.
“What an amazing venue !! The staff are fabulous , cocktails delicious and the music was brilliant….” -
![The Wayfarer at The Wayfarer in Northern Quarter, Manchester]()
from £100
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Wayfarer
80 guestsThe WayfarerNorthern Quarter, ManchesterEEllie B.
“Great venue for a celebration! We were able to hire a singer and ordered pizzas from Nells round the corner.” -
![The Loft at Revolution Oxford Road in City Centre, Manchester]()
from £1000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Loft
190 guestsRevolution Oxford RoadCity Centre, Manchester
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LLisa G.
“Could not do enough for us, very well run, great room for a party, bar and door staff where amazing.” -
![Champagne Supernova at Be At One Manchester in City Centre, Manchester]()
from £500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityChampagne Supernova
60 guestsBe At One ManchesterCity Centre, ManchesterSShereil W.
“The staff were very friendly and the venue was as shown and described.” -
![Whole Venue at The Liars Club in City Centre, Manchester]()
from £1000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityWhole Venue
100 guestsThe Liars ClubCity Centre, Manchester
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NNatasha C.
“The staff were great and helpful. Everything went to plan and the venue is perfect for a party.” -
![Private Bar at BLVD Manchester in City Centre, Manchester]()
from £500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityPrivate Bar
65 guestsBLVD ManchesterCity Centre, ManchesterRRose F.
“Great space! Thank you, will definitely be booking again” -
![Basement Bar at Foundry Project in Northern Quarter, Manchester]()
from £1000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityBasement Bar
45 guestsFoundry ProjectNorthern Quarter, ManchesterMMegan W.
“The space was perfect for our event and the bar staff were always on hand, food was delicious.” -
![Ground Floor Bar at The Shack NQ in Northern Quarter, Manchester]()
from £1000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityGround Floor Bar
110 guestsThe Shack NQNorthern Quarter, ManchesterKKareen S.
“The service, the food and the space was 10/10! We will be booking again for future events!” -
![Boogalú full venue hire at Boogalú in Northern Quarter, Manchester]()
from £1000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityBoogalú full venue hire
150 guestsBoogalúNorthern Quarter, ManchesterHHarry S.
“Perfect venue for a party with plenty of space to dance / sit / drink or eat.” -
![Bar Moxy at MOXY Manchester in City Centre, Manchester]()
from £30
per person / per dayCheck availabilityBar Moxy
100 guestsMOXY ManchesterCity Centre, ManchesterPProtein W.
“The most amazing event!! Staff soo lovely, venue beautiful and everyone had a fab time !!” -
![Function Room at Slug and Lettuce, Didsbury in Didsbury, Manchester]()
from £100
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityFunction Room
100 guestsSlug and Lettuce, DidsburyDidsbury, ManchesterAArjan S.
“The venue was really well set up and accommodated the whole group very well.”
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Enjoy Manchester's Small 40th Birthday Party Venues
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“Minimum spend rather than payment for the room was also a main benefit and reason we booked here.”
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“Hired the wine cellar and private screening room for a birthday party and the venue was excellent.”
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“The booking process, preorder, and communication was all excellent.”
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“The place is nice for a stand up and mingle event. Staff is nice and helpful.”
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“The room we booked was nice, I'd say it felt a bit tired but overall worked well for what we needed.”
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“Perfect venue for a small gathering. Great bar anf music at great level”
Book One of Manchester's Cheap 40th Birthday Party Venues
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“Well organised and bar staff (Dan and Molly) were great”
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“Had a leaving party in the upstairs room that holds up to 50.”
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“I hired New York New York VIP Suite on Saturday 25th January for my 50th Birthday party.”
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“Perfect place for an intimate birthday party! Quirky decor and the staff were super helpful”
Celebrate at Top Restaurants for 40th Birthday Parties
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“Had a do here for my 30th and booked out the whole restaurant.”
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“Lovely booking staff, food was good and all the venue staff were friendly and accommodating.”
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“I would definitely consider booking another event at the Banyan Corn Exchange.”
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“Very attentive staff from both the manager and the host for the private function room.”
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“We are already looking at booking the next Member meet up drinks back there in Manchester.”
Throw an Unforgettable 40th Birthday Party at One of These Bars
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“Great venue in the heart of Manchester! The bar looks great and is perfect for social events.”
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“The room is ambient and quirky. The bar staff were fabulous and the food was so good for a buffet.”
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“Beautiful venue the barmen were great and we was looked after well!”
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“The room was perfect for our work reunion. Great stocked bar, great food, and ideal location in NQ.”
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“The space was perfect for our event and the bar staff were always on hand, food was delicious.”
Explore Manchester’s Buzzing Hotels for 40th Birthday Parties
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“Venue & hotel is amazing. Team all are very accommodating & friendly.”
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“I just want to say a massive massive thank you for anything you did leading up to my 30th birthday party!”
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“Fast responses to all questions which was great as I was booking very late.”
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“The venue internally was beautiful, the service on the night was very good and overall value was great too.”
FAQs about Top 40th Birthday Party Venues in Manchester
In Manchester, prices of 40th birthday party venues average £1000 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 from October 2025:
| From £500 | to £1500 | minimum spend per event |
| From £20 | to £30 | per person |
| From £150 | to £1500 | hire fee per event |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated October 2025), the best options include:
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The Wayfarer at The Wayfarer in Northern Quarter - rated 5/5
Our user said: ‘Great event space and the staff were all very friendly!’ -
Coconut Cabana at Tiki Hideaway Manchester in Northern Quarter - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘The staff are fabulous , cocktails delicious and the music was brilliant…. Highly recommended x x...’ -
The Loft at Revolution Oxford Road in City Centre - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘The service and support when arranging our party was excellent, I could not fault it.’
You'll find 40th birthday party 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 (October 2025):
| Small 40th birthday party venues | up to 60 guests | prices average £500 minimum spend per event |
| Medium 40th birthday party venues | between 70 and 100 guests | prices average £1000 minimum spend per event |
| Large 40th birthday party venues | over 130 guests | prices average £1000 minimum spend per event |
If you're planning a 40th birthday party in Manchester, we have some great ideas for you!
Here are some of our favourite themes:
-A Night at the Museum: You can make this theme really unique by having guests dress up as their favourite historical figure or character from history. This is a great way to get people involved and laughing while they celebrate with you.
-Red Carpet: If you want something more glamorous, try this theme. All of your guests can wear beautiful red dresses or suits to match the red carpet look! Your guests will feel like movie stars when everyone comes in dressed up in their formal clothes. They'll be sure to love it!
-Dinner at the Ritz: If you love fine dining, then this is a great theme for sure! Have everyone dress up in formal attire and treat yourselves to an amazing meal at one of Manchester's best restaurants. Choose a fab venue and have a memorable time celebrating your friend's big day without breaking the bank!
Did you know that Manchester is brimming with unique party locations? Apart from the traditional venues such as restaurants, bars, lounges and dining rooms, you can also find private ballrooms, lofts, basements, grand halls, private screening venues, gardens and many more! Make sure to scroll through our selection because the photos really speak for themselves. We’re pretty sure you won’t find such interesting venues anywhere else–check out birthday party venues in Manchester today!
