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Manchester is known for its excellent selection of ballrooms perfect for any event, from charity galas to corporate events. Whether you're looking for a spacious ballroom in the heart of the city centre overlooking St. Peter's Square, or a more intimate venue in the suburbs, near Hulme or St George Park, Manchester has got you what you need. With our top-notch booking system and smart search filters, booking a ballroom has never been easier. Check out our venues now and make your event unforgettable! Come to Manchester and find your perfect ballroom!
The Grand Ballroom is a Ballroom in The Lowry Hotel characterised by a continuous wall of floor-to-ceiling windows that provide extensive river and city views.
The Ballroom is a Ballroom in Kimpton Clocktower Manchester, distinguished by preserved Victorian architectural details that give the room formal, period character.
The international suite is set within the iconic Mercure Manchester Piccadilly Hotel. We can offer one of the largest suites in the North West, easily accommodating 800 people for a theatre-style conference or 650 people
See the city get to work while you do. Floor to ceiling windows makes this room spacious and airy. Electronic blackout blinds, a pull-down screen, and ceiling mounted projector give you all the functionality you need.
Spacious and airy with floor to ceiling windows looking over the River Irwell and the Calatrava Bridge. Pull down a screen and a ceiling-mounted projector.
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Booking costs of ballrooms average £2200 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:
| Typically between £1200 | and £4000 | minimum spend per event |
| Typically between £682 | and £3180 | hire fee per day |
| Typically between £40 | and £56 | per person |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated November 2026), the best options include:
The Grand Ballroom at The Lowry Hotel
in Manchester City Centre - rated 4.9/5
Venue said: The interior has carpeted floors, dimmable ceiling lighting and a wide, open plan that suits formal table layouts. Features: The Grand Ballroom includes an integrated PA system and allowance for guest music, plus venue Wi‑Fi...
The Ballroom at Kimpton Clocktower Manchester
in Manchester City Centre - rated 4.9/5
Venue said: What guests say: The space is characterful and striking within a historic interior. The room is presented as comfortable and well maintained.
International Suite at Mercure Manchester Piccadilly
in Manchester City Centre - rated 4.7/5
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...
You'll find ballrooms 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 (November 2026):
| Small | up to 125 guests | prices average £1500 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 175 and 250 guests | prices average £2200 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 350 guests | prices average £3000 minimum spend per event |
These are the venues within 0.1 mi from central Manchester, available to book on Tagvenue:
The Portland Suite at voco Manchester City Centre, rated 4.8/5 - function room for 80 guests
Our user said: ‘The staff were great. From booking it the communication was spot on.’
Snug Semi-private Lounge at Yotel Manchester Deansgate, rated 4.8/5 - lounge for 40 guests
Our user said: ‘Overall a great experience on a busy Saturday at a fabulous venue in the heart of Manchester City centre.’
Victorian Hall at Manchester Art Gallery, rated 4.7/5 - hall for 100 guests
Our user said: ‘Lovely space for our work party and meal.’
The Lounge at St Kentigern's Parish Hall, from £40 hire fee per hour
(up to 35 guests standing)
Our user said: ‘The venue is really nice, very warm and excellent for a small party.’
Argyll Suite at Manahatta Deansgate, from £600 minimum spend per event
(up to 130 guests standing)
Our user said: ‘Absolutely lovely venue, and the food was great. Thank you...’
The Dome at The Dome, from £500 hire fee per day
(up to 3 guests standing)
Venue said: Situated in Spinningfields, Manchester, The Dome is Manchester’s first rooftop dome venue and one of the most unique spaces in the venue hire market.
In Manchester, ballrooms are most commonly booked for 50 to 130 guests. Here are some popular kinds of events people have hosted at these spaces on Tagvenue, as of November 2026:
| Party | Usually between £1,000 and £2,300. |
User who booked SITU at The Alan for 120 guests
said: ‘Excellent communication and open to accommodating our needs...’ |
| Conference | Usually between £1,500 and £3,900. |
User who booked Portland Heights at voco Manchester City Centre for 155 guests
said: ‘He responded quickly and was so helpful, a real pleasure to work with. Totally put our minds at ease.’ |
| Corporate Event | Usually between £2,500 and £5,000. |
User who booked Piccadilly Suite at Holiday Inn Manchester - City Centre for 20 guests
said: ‘I would highly recommend this venue to others looking to host a business event.’ |
| Birthday Party | Usually between £200 and £250. |
User who booked The Basement at The Whiskey Jar for 70 guests
said: ‘I had such a good night, the team were so lovely and helpful!’ |
| Meeting | Usually between £600 and £2,500. |
User who booked The Portland Suite at voco Manchester City Centre for 27 guests
said: ‘Jacob who helped with the initial booking was superb, nothing was too much trouble.’ |
Ballrooms in Manchester tend to book up quickly, especially during popular seasons. Booking at least 6 to 8 months in advance is best to secure your preferred ballroom. This gives you ample time to plan and make any necessary arrangements for your event. By booking early, you'll have a better chance of reserving the perfect ballroom and ensuring everything goes smoothly on the day of your event.
Ella was so fantastic and so fast getting everything set up for us. We used the space for a photoshoot and everything could not have been more perfect.
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