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Top Festival Venues in Manchester
Are you planning a festival in Manchester? Explore our fantastic listings of festival venues for hire across the city! Our search filters make it easy to find the perfect location, whether you're planning a bustling food and drink extravaganza in a spacious park in Didsbury or a quirky arts festival in an industrial-style converted warehouse in Ancoats. Browse our platform now to discover the ideal festival space that meets your needs! Find and book your favourite with ease. Start your planning today!
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![Cultplex at CULTPLEX in Cheetham Hill, Manchester]()
from £100
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityCultplex
150 guestsCULTPLEXCheetham Hill, ManchesterNNatalie .
“The staff were incredibly helpful throughout booking and on the day. ” -
![Outdoor Terrace at Marriott Victoria & Albert Hotel in Castlefield, Manchester]()
from £12
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityOutdoor Terrace
150 guestsMarriott Victoria & Albert HotelCastlefield, ManchesterFFreya B.
“Special thanks to Drew for organising such a wonderful event! ” -
![Event Bar at North Bar Event Bar in City Centre, Manchester]()
from £2500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityEvent Bar
300 guestsNorth Bar Event BarCity Centre, ManchesterPrevious clients include: Leeds Jazz Festival, Manchester Craft Beer Festival, Manchester Psych Fest, Mills & Reeves Solicitors LLP, uhaus residence and more. -
![Entire Projekts Skatepark at Projekts Skatepark in Ardwick, Manchester]()
from £450
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityEntire Projekts Skatepark
1000 guestsProjekts SkateparkArdwick, ManchesterAs an event space, Projekts is unique and stylish, offering a stunning backdrop for photo and film shoots, PR and corporate events, food and drink festivals, as well as music, dance, and other cultural events. -
![Full Venue Hire at Fairfield Social Club in Collyhurst, Manchester]()
from £6000
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityFull Venue Hire
500 guestsFairfield Social ClubCollyhurst, ManchesterIndustrial Manchester with a bit of greenery - a unique venue for all types of events. Our full venue hire accommodating crowds of 500+ across 3 indoor spaces and 1 outdoor space, offering flexibility and breakout space for -
![The Dome at The Dome in Castlefield, Manchester]()
from £2500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Dome
200 guestsThe DomeCastlefield, ManchesterSituated in Spinningfields, Manchester, The Dome is Manchester’s first rooftop dome venue and one of the most unique spaces in the venue hire market. -
![Depot at Depot Mayfield in City Centre, Manchester]()
from £25000
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityDepot
7000 guestsDepot MayfieldCity Centre, ManchesterDepot is the main performance space at Depot Mayfield. Introducing a huge warehouse with original brickwork and steel columns, it is the perfect setting for amazing experiences. -
![Campfield House at Campfield House in Castlefield, Manchester]()
from £6000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityCampfield House
315 guestsCampfield HouseCastlefield, ManchesterThe entire space is set over 2 floors to give your guests an incredible view of this iconic building This bold reinvention strengthens Manchester’s position as a global leader in media and technology, creating a dynamic space -
![The Bowl at Co-op Live in Bradford, Manchester]()
from £84000
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityThe Bowl
5000 guestsCo-op LiveBradford, ManchesterThe Bowl is the ultimate destination for your event, offering not just the largest and most unique space in the venue, but an experience that connects you to global superstars who have performed on the same stage. -
![The Club at Fairfield Social Club in Collyhurst, Manchester]()
from £2000
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityThe Club
240 guestsFairfield Social ClubCollyhurst, ManchesterThe Club is our largest space at Fairfield Social Club, accommodating large events of up to 250 people. Our revamped warehouse - The Club is a multi-event space, having hosted markets and fairs; comedy nights and film screenings; -
![Co-op Backstage Club at Co-op Live in Bradford, Manchester]()
from £12000
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityCo-op Backstage Club
700 guestsCo-op LiveBradford, ManchesterCo-op Backstage is a dynamic and versatile event space that matches the energy and design of Manchester’s Northern Quarter. This multipurpose venue offers an exceptional setting for any occasion. -
![The Outside at Escape To Freight Island in City Centre, Manchester]()
from £10000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Outside
450 guestsEscape To Freight IslandCity Centre, ManchesterWith a capacity of 450, The Outside unfolds as a versatile canvas for various events, making it the ideal choice for festivals, summer parties, markets, record fairs, retail exhibitions, and even as a captivating filming
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FAQs about Top Festival Venues in Manchester
In Manchester, prices of festival venues average £2500 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 £1750 | to £9500 | minimum spend per event |
| From £500 | to £18000 | hire fee per day |
| From £50 | to £150 | hire fee per hour |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated August 2025), the best options include:
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Cultplex at CULTPLEX in Cheetham Hill - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘Jules who I communicated with about booking the space was so helpful and wonderful. Fab venue, fab staff...’ -
The Dome at The Dome in Castlefield - rated 4.9/5
Venue said: This exclusive, Instagrammble location is perfect for Christmas parties, festive gatherings and more. -
The Pitch Gallery at National Football Museum in City Centre - rated 4.9/5
Venue said: Our city center location, right next to Manchester Victoria, in Cathedral Gardens, makes us an easily accessible and show-stopping venue for your event.
In Manchester, you can organise music events featuring genres like rock, indie, electronic, and jazz or celebrate culinary delights by bringing together popular street food shops, craft beer, wine, and artisanal food vendors from the region. Additionally, you can host cultural festivals highlighting art, film, literature, and theatre or outdoor events such as sports tournaments and community fairs. The city also offers opportunities to attract attendees with unique and niche festivals, such as vintage markets, comic book conventions, or sustainability expos.
The peak season for hiring venues for festivals in Manchester spans May to September. This timeframe aligns with the city's renowned festivals, including the Parklife Festival in June, the Manchester International Festival, held every two years in July, and Manchester Pride in August. Due to the large number of events and attendees, demand for festival locations is at its peak during these months. If you're organising a festival during this time, We recommend booking your venue at least 8 months to a year in advance to secure your desired location and date!
