The holidays are here, and it's time to catch up and celebrate with friends and family in Manchester! With affordable Christmas party venues across the city, from Spinningfields to Ancoats, you can plan a holiday party that is fun and budget-friendly. Tagvenue lets you choose a spot with ease, plus you can speak directly with venue managers to arrange every detail.
Festive event offers are suitable for family gatherings, company parties, and anything in-between. They usually include venue use and catering, making them perfect for celebrating on a budget. Some spaces might even come decorated for the holidays! Christmas deals in Manchester offer minimum spend starting at £850 or packages as affordable as £18.95 per person. Smallest options are great for 40 guests.
Booking costs of affordable Christmas party venues average £1200 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 £500 | to £2500 | minimum spend per event |
| From £20 | to £50 | per person |
| From £500 | to £2000 | hire fee per event |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated September 2026), the best options include:
Container Space at Foundry Project
in Northern Quarter - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘Great staff and great atmosphere for our Christmas party.’
Ground Floor Bar at The Shack NQ
in Northern Quarter - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘Great venue did everything we needed it for will definitely book again! Phill...’
Exclusive Venue Hire at The Fitzgerald
in Northern Quarter - rated 4.7/5
Our user said: ‘Best venue we've had for our roaring twenties Christmas party!’
You'll find affordable Christmas 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 (September 2026):
| Small | up to 70 guests | prices average £500 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 100 and 150 guests | prices average £1100 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 160 guests | prices average £2500 minimum spend per event |
These are the venues within 0.1 mi from central Manchester, available to book on Tagvenue:
Based on Tagvenue data (as of September 2026), users looking for affordable Christmas party venues most commonly go for these venue types:
| Bar | prices average £1100 minimum spend per event | typically between 70 and 150 guests |
| Restaurant | prices average £1000 minimum spend per event | typically between 80 and 120 guests |
| Event Space | prices average £1500 minimum spend per event | typically between 65 and 170 guests |
| Lounge | prices average £500 minimum spend per event | typically between 50 and 150 guests |
| Hotel | prices average £2500 minimum spend per event | typically between 90 and 150 guests |
Smaller affordable Christmas party venues usually fit up to 70 guests standing. Here are some great options in Manchester, based on Tagvenue data as of September 2026:
The Studio at Gorilla, rated 4.9/5 - function room for 60 guests
Our user said: ‘I had 50 guests and it felt like a really good size still. Would definitely hire again, great value for money.’
Private Bar at BLVD Manchester, rated 4.8/5 - bar for 65 guests
Our user said: ‘Great venue. Good location, perfect for 50+ guests.’
Gin Nest at Impossible Bar, Nest and Terrace, rated 4.6/5 - event space for 70 guests
Our user said: ‘The staff and the communication leading up to the event were really good, and the food was nice.’
It depends on the venue! Many spaces include basic facilities, and some offer catering packages or bar services. You can also choose venues like Holiday Inn Manchester - City Centre that have packages that include food and drinks, while places like Roxy Ball Room include fun games and activities for your party.
You’ll find lively bars for festive drinks, restaurants like Browns Brasserie for sit-down meals, and rooftop spots like Cloud 23 with great city views. For something unique, try a casino venue like Manchester235, where you can add games to the celebration.
The Northern Quarter has a creative, edgy feel, with independent cheap bars and quirky spaces that are perfect for a festive, casual atmosphere. The City Centre, on the other hand, has a bit of everything, including affordable spaces – from stylish cocktail bars to cost-effective pubs with function rooms and larger event spaces, all within easy reach of transport links and hotels. Castlefield offers something a bit different with its historic, canal-side venues. This area is perfect for finding cheap spaces with a more unique or sophisticated feel.
Page last updated in September 2026
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