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Top Quirky Christmas Party Venues in Manchester
Want to leave the clichés behind and throw a Christmas party they’ll be talking about all the way into the new year? But where to start? Because it’s not only about the decor, food and costumes, the first step to an unforgettable Christmas bash is hiring a unique venue. Whether you are looking for a cool space in Old Trafford, Spinningfields or Northern Quarter, you're in luck because we know all the best spots in town. Use our handy map and smart filters to find the best quirky Christmas party venues and book one straight away!
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![Shooters Sports Bar at The Bierkeller Manchester in City Centre, Manchester]()
from £16
per personCheck availabilityShooters Sports Bar
300 guestsThe Bierkeller ManchesterCity Centre, ManchesterVVictoria W.
“Things we LOVED: Millie was the primary point of contact as we organised our work's Christmas party.” -
![Basement Bar at Foundry Project in Northern Quarter, Manchester]()
from £23.95
per personCheck availabilityBasement Bar
45 guestsFoundry ProjectNorthern Quarter, ManchesterGGed
“Great staff and great atmosphere for our Christmas party. Would defo recommend, thank you” -
![Ski Lodge at The Bierkeller Manchester in City Centre, Manchester]()
from £16
per personCheck availabilitySki Lodge
100 guestsThe Bierkeller ManchesterCity Centre, ManchesterSStephanie L.
“We hosted a private Christmas work party. The venue was in a great location for transport.” -
![The Basement at The Whiskey Jar in Northern Quarter, Manchester]()
from £2500
per eventCheck availabilityThe Basement
175 guestsThe Whiskey JarNorthern Quarter, ManchesterJJay
“Incredible venue and well priced. I was well looked after by Lydia and team. Would definitely book again.” -
![The Vine Inn at The Vine Inn in City Centre, Manchester]()
from £1000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Vine Inn
70 guestsThe Vine InnCity Centre, ManchesterDDavid S.
“Great venue for our engagement party. All the bar staff were very helpful and friendly.” -
![Basement at Dirty Martini Manchester in City Centre, Manchester]()
from £7.50
per personCheck availabilityBasement
250 guestsDirty Martini ManchesterCity Centre, ManchesterNNancy
“The venue organised a DJ and let us put up some of our own decorations too which was incredible.” -
![Rooftop Bar at Lounge 35 in City Centre, Manchester]()
from £100
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityRooftop Bar
60 guestsLounge 35City Centre, Manchester
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JJess M.
“This was a great venue for my 30th birthday party.” -
![John Rylands Roof Terrace at Manchester Hall in City Centre, Manchester]()
from £2000
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityJohn Rylands Roof Terrace
500 guestsManchester HallCity Centre, ManchesterDDara S.
“I would 100% recommend this venue for any event — and in fact, I already have.” -
![The Bierkeller at The Bierkeller Manchester in City Centre, Manchester]()
from £16
per personCheck availabilityThe Bierkeller
400 guestsThe Bierkeller ManchesterCity Centre, ManchesterSSteve K.
“Fantastic venue which was perfect for our corporate charity evening.” -
![Basement private hire at Boogalú in Northern Quarter, Manchester]()
from £1500
minimum spend / per eveningCheck availabilityBasement private hire
60 guestsBoogalúNorthern Quarter, ManchesterHHarry S.
“Perfect venue for a party with plenty of space to dance / sit / drink or eat.” -
![Basement Floor at Area Manchester in City Centre, Manchester]()
from £500
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityBasement Floor
150 guestsArea ManchesterCity Centre, ManchesterBBeverley R.
“Sound technician and amenities were brilliant. Would recommend anyone to hire this venue” -
![Terrace at DoubleTree by Hilton Manchester - Piccadilly in City Centre, Manchester]()
from £1000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityTerrace
100 guestsDoubleTree by Hilton Manchester - PiccadillyCity Centre, ManchesterSSarah T.
“Couldn't fault them at all. Will definitely use this venue for our next Summer party.”
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Throw a Jolly Christmas Party at One of Manchester’s Best Restaurants
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“Lovely booking staff, food was good and all the venue staff were friendly and accommodating.”
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“Special thanks to Drew for organising such a wonderful event!”
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“Gorgeous venue for my 30th party - the whole team were very accommodating and attended to all guests.”
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“Again and again and again. Had the terrace space to ourselves and was very well looked after by the staff.”
FAQs about Top Quirky Christmas Party Venues in Manchester
In Manchester, prices of quirky Christmas party venues average £1300 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 September 2025:
| From £600 | to £2000 | minimum spend per event |
| From £30 | to £52 | per person |
| From £500 | to £2500 | hire fee per day |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated September 2025), the best options include:
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Basement Bar at Foundry Project in Northern Quarter - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘Great staff and great atmosphere for our Christmas party.’ -
The Vine Inn at The Vine Inn in City Centre - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘Great venue for our engagement party.’ -
The Basement at The Whiskey Jar in Northern Quarter - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘I was well looked after by Lydia and team. Would definitely book again.’
You'll find quirky 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 2025):
| Small quirky Christmas party venues | up to 60 guests | prices average £500 minimum spend per event |
| Medium quirky Christmas party venues | between 80 and 150 guests | prices average £1500 minimum spend per event |
| Large quirky Christmas party venues | over 200 guests | prices average £2000 minimum spend per event |
Manchester is full of unusual venues for your Christmas party but you have to know where to look. Northern Quarter, Spinningfields and Deansgate all have a large number of cool venues to offer. Especially if you are looking for a place with a relaxed atmosphere since many bars and restaurants in these areas offer exactly that. Old Trafford and Ardwick are less central, areas where you can look for a quirky venue. There you can find spacious halls, which you can decorate to your liking, making them as unique as you want, as well as historical venues that can help give your Christmas party a hip vintage feel.
It depends on the venue. Before you go ahead and buy the necessary materials, contact your venue manager to get the go ahead. More expensive alternative venues would likely want to show off their special decor.
Your Guide to Hiring Quirky Christmas Party Venues in Manchester
Annual office Christmas parties are held not only to celebrate the holidays and dance the night away, but also to bring colleagues closer together. You may feel some pressure over organising the event, especially when it comes to making it unforgettable for your guests. Thankfully, we have some tips up our sleeve on how to make this year’s Christmas party stand apart:
- Quirky theme – Try to stay away from cliché Christmas party themes such as ‘Winter Wonderland’ and brainstorm more unique alternatives. What about the Winter Olympics, A Christmas Masquerade or Christmas Movies?
- Spice up the drinks – Tired of eggnog and Christmas punch? Make a deal with the bartender and reinvent a well-known drink into a new and improved version. Feel free to set your imagination loose!
