Are you looking for a perfect venue for your gala dinner in Manchester? You couldn't have come to a better place. Tagvenue can help you find a gorgeous place for your event of any kind. Wheather it's a charity ball or a gala honouring someone special, our listings have the perfect settings to enjoy dancing, entertainment and delicious food. Prepare your guests for a remarkable evening with a touch of magic in one of our gorgeous gala dinner venues in Manchester.
Prices of gala dinner venues in Manchester average around £1500 minimum spend per event. The exact costs depend on the room size, audiovisual equipment (such as projectors or microphones), or high-speed Wi-Fi. Additional services, such as catering or on-site coordinators, may cost extra. Flexible configurations for presentations, workshops, or networking, along with amenities such as parking or dedicated breakout rooms, will also affect the price. See usual price ranges in Manchester, based on Tagvenue data, as of September 2025:
From £1000 | to £2500 | minimum spend per event |
From £650 | to £2500 | hire fee per day |
From £30 | to £50 | per person |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated September 2025), the best options include:
Halle Suite at The Edwardian Manchester
in City Centre - rated 5/5
Our user said: ‘Very friendly and accommodating staff, gorgeous hotel and an excellent venue for corporate events...’
The Pitch Gallery at National Football Museum
in City Centre - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘Laurie and team were fantastic at helping us set up and organise our event. I would highly recommend.’
Portland Heights at voco Manchester
in City Centre - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘The food was great and everyone had a fun time! Thank you Jacob & co :D...’
From north to south, Manchester is filled with venues that are ideal for hosting a gala dinner. All you have to do is take your pick! Manchester City Centre has the biggest selection of incredible venues. You can’t miss out on Springfields, Deansgate, Gay Village or Central Retail District as they all offer a wide selection of venues, such as corporate dining spaces, ballrooms, halls and elegant venues. In the north, you can have a look at Rochdale, a large town in Greater Manchester, and its event spaces, and in the south, you can find Didsbury with fantastic ballrooms. In the west, you should check out areas such as Sale, Firswood or Ordsall and the fantastic venues they offer, from studio spaces to big event venues.
When looking for a venue for your event, make sure you start by finding a location that is able to meet all of your needs. It is always best to book your chosen venue at least a year in advance. Whether you are looking for an in-house caterer or a venue with parking, making sure that the small details are sorted out will ensure that the event runs smoothly. When it comes to the event itself, you will want to discuss several details before you make your booking. Ask whether they have AV equipment for a band, or whether you will need to hire extra tables, chairs or dishes for the dinner service. Also, while many venues do offer many of these services in-house, you may wish to determine if you are required to use vendors from a list provided by the venue. This could negatively affect the price, so be sure that you are fully aware of the Terms and Conditions before signing anything.
Organising a gala dinner is quite an undertaking, so make sure to draw up your plans well ahead of time to ensure that there are no surprises. Aim to book your favourite venue as soon as possible and have at least a few dates in mind when doing it, because the most sought-after locations sell out very quickly. Additionally, sort out gorgeous decorations and mouth-watering catering to create a truly magical and unique event. Scroll through our listings and find somewhere perfect!