Your birthday, your rules. So why not celebrate in Manchester’s most epic area? Picture chilling at a specialty bar where the mixologists know their stuff, having deep yet fun conversations at a private loft space straight out of a 90s music video, or playing arcade games in a graffiti-covered basement venue that feels like a fun VIP gig just for you and your mates. Whether you fancy a bottomless brunch on Edge Street or a late-night dance-off near Stevenson Square, we’ve got the perfect spot. Start scrolling and let’s make your birthday bash iconic at one of our top birthday party venues in the Northern Quarter! Cheers!
In Northern Quarter, prices of 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 Northern Quarter, based on Tagvenue data from October 2025:
| From £500 | to £1500 | minimum spend per event |
| From £20 | to £42 | per person |
| From £150 | to £1195 | hire fee per day |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated October 2025), the best options include:
The Wayfarer at The Wayfarer
in Northern Quarter - rated 5/5
Our user said: ‘Great event space and the staff were all very friendly!’
Ground Floor Bar at The Shack NQ
in Northern Quarter - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘The service, the food and the space was 10/10! We will be booking again for future events!’
Basement Bar at Foundry Project
in Northern Quarter - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘Great venue. Hired the basement bar for an event and staff were really communicative throughout.’
You'll find 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 Northern Quarter, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (October 2025):
| Small birthday party venues | up to 60 guests | prices average £500 minimum spend per event |
| Medium birthday party venues | between 90 and 125 guests | prices average £1000 minimum spend per event |
| Large birthday party venues | over 165 guests | prices average £2000 minimum spend per event |