Cheap Bars for Hire in Manchester

Booking costs of cheap bars average £1100 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:

Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated October 2026), the best options include:

• The VIP Suite at New York New York in Manchester City Centre - rated 4.9/5
  Our user said: ‘Communication with venue, bar staff, manager, was perfect for our event...’

• Champagne Supernova at Be At One Manchester in Manchester City Centre - rated 4.8/5
  Our user said: ‘Sean our bartender was amazing, super friendly and brilliant at his job. Handled it so well on his own!’

• Mezzanine at Banyan Spinningfields in Manchester City Centre - rated 4.7/5
  Our user said: ‘Bartenders staff were incredibly friendly and superb. Great selection of drinks at the venue too.’

You'll find cheap bars 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 2026):

These are the venues within 0.1 mi from central Manchester, available to book on Tagvenue:

• Bar at Browns Brasserie & Bar Manchester on 1 York Street - 0.1 mi from centre.
  Our user said: ‘The room itself and staff at Browns were great. Perfect for what we needed and the staff were attentive.’
• The Quarterjack at Flight Club Manchester on Ship Canal House 98 King street - 0.1 mi from centre.
  Venue said: A beautiful new venue on King Street, Flight Club Manchester’s décor impressively combines the heritage of darts, the pub and the fairground, with a unique twist.
• O'Malleys Mezzanine at O'Malleys Manchester on 11 Portland Street - 0.1 mi from centre.
  Venue said: O'Malleys Mezzanine is a mezzanine-level private space in O'Malleys Manchester bar, defined by an elevated, open-plan area that looks over the venue's main floor.

Smaller cheap bars usually fit up to 50 guests standing. Here are some great options in Manchester, based on Tagvenue data as of October 2026:

• Drinks Area at Dirty Martini Manchester, rated 4.8/5 - bar for 40 guests
  Venue said: High-top tables, upholstered bar stools and booth seating allow flexible layouts for standing or seated use. A PA sound system, a small dance area, air conditioning and venue Wi‑Fi are available.

• Paloma at Be At One Manchester, rated 4.8/5 - function room for 37 guests
  Venue said: Equipped with a private bar, the Paloma is the perfect, private space for smaller events or celebrations. This room can also be used for intimate meetings such as training and interviews and private events.

• The Bar Room at Nell's NQ (Common), rated 4.8/5 - bar for 30 guests
  Venue said: Ideal for: Small, relaxed social groups seeking an informal mix of seated and standing space within a sheltered corner of a busy bar. What guests say: The space has a laid-back, welcoming atmosphere and a relaxed, approachable...

In Manchester, cheap bars are most commonly booked for 35 to 80 guests. Here are some popular kinds of events people have hosted at these spaces on Tagvenue, as of October 2026:

Absolutely! You can find plenty of bars where you can sip delicious drinks and enjoy the music scene without breaking the bank. Places like The Shack NQ in Ancoats, host live music acts after 11 PM. Others, such as Revolución de Cuba Manchester in the Deansgate, provide an energetic Latin atmosphere with live music on certain nights of the week. Keep an eye out on websites or social media pages of live music bars for upcoming performances to make sure you don't miss out on any great affordable shows!

One of the cheapest bars in Manchester is Roxy Ball Room Manchester Deansgate, located near St. Annes Square. It offers a wide selection of reasonably priced beers and spirits, starting at £5 per person. The best thing about this bar is that it also has games like ping pong and pool to enjoy while you drink! Another budget-friendly spot is Private booth at Nell's at Kampus on Minshull Street - the bar provides packages starting at £25 per person. 

Yes, you can find plenty of cheap bars in Manchester that offer attractive deals during happy hours, such as discounted prices on selected drinks or 2-for-1 specials. Some establishments even have extended happy hours on certain days of the week, making it even more affordable to enjoy a night out in Manchester! For instance, House of Fu in Piccadilly runs a happy hour from 4 PM to 6 PM every day. Here, you can enjoy a diverse range of drinks, from sake to craft beer, all within your budget!