Top Birthday Spaces for Kids in Manchester
Manchester doesn’t mess about when it comes to birthdays, especially for the kids. From soft play madness in Didsbury to creative hubs in the Northern Quarter and spacious halls in Chorlton where you can bring in all the balloons, you will find kids birthday party venues for every theme and every energy level. Superheroes, slime, space rockets or sing-alongs, whatever your little one’s dream day looks like, we’ll help you book a venue that brings it to life without wrecking your living room.
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from £1000
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityThe Salvation Bar
100 guestsvoco Manchester City CentreManchester City CentreRRudo C.
“I just want to say a massive massive thank you for anything you did leading up to my 30th birthday party!” -
from £54
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityBlue Lounge
35 guestsDidsbury House HotelDidsbury, ManchesterCChristine
“Fabulous venue. The staff were very personable, friendly, efficient anf happy to help with all requests.” -
from £50
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityMagners Room
400 guestsSt Kentigern's Parish HallFallowfield, ManchesterJJac V.
“The venue is really nice, very warm and excellent for a small party.” -
from £2500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityPalaces Suite
200 guestsDoubleTree by Hilton Manchester - PiccadillyManchester City CentreRRuvimbo M.
“We had a wonderful experience hosting an 18th birthday party.” -
from £100
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityCultplex
150 guestsCULTPLEXCheetham Hill, ManchesterEEve K.
“Perfect for our 30th party and the karaoke room was a great addition!” -
from £108
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityThe Head-To-Head Zone
30 guestsKing Pins - Arndale, ManchesterManchester City CentreEEve-nicole L.
“The venue Good song choices” -
from £20000
minimum spend / per afternoonCheck availabilityExclusive Venue Hire
400 guestsGaucho ManchesterManchester City CentreBBrandon H.
“Very attentive staff from both the manager and the host for the private function room.” -
from £40
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityPints & Playoffs Package
400 guestsBoom Battle Bar ManchesterManchester City CentreCCeri M.
“Recommend this venue for events or even just a bit of a night out.” -
from £432
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityBowling Lanes
40 guestsRoxy Ball Room - Arndale, ManchesterManchester City Centre#Supervenue
KKelda R.
“Excellent communication throughout the booking process. Area was great and just what we needed.” -
from £600
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityHaHa Comedy Club
150 guestsArea ManchesterManchester City CentreBBeverley R.
“Sound technician and amenities were brilliant. Would recommend anyone to hire this venue” -
from £2500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityStore Street Exchange
250 guestsDoubleTree by Hilton Manchester - PiccadillyManchester City CentreSSarah T.
“Couldn't fault them at all. Will definitely use this venue for our next Summer party.” -
from £250
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityThe Yellow Room
8 guestsWhitworth Locke Hotel ManchesterManchester City CentreCCarissa
“The venue went above and beyond to make sure our Christmas Party was a smashing success.”
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FAQs about Top Birthday Spaces for Kids in Manchester
Booking costs of kids birthday party venues average £50 hire fee per hour. 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 £38 | to £192 | hire fee per hour |
| From £1000 | to £2500 | minimum spend per event |
| From £25 | to £45 | per person |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated October 2026), the best options include:
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Blue Lounge at Didsbury House Hotel in Didsbury - rated 5/5
Our user said: ‘What a great time we had. All our guests loved the venue and had a great experience.’ -
The Salvation Bar at voco Manchester City Centre in Manchester City Centre - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘Gorgeous venue for my 30th party - the whole team were very accommodating and attended to all guests.’ -
Magners Room at St Kentigern's Parish Hall in Fallowfield - rated 4.7/5
Our user said: ‘The staff was friendly, and we were well informed about all that would be inclusive.’
You'll find kids 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 Manchester, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (October 2026):
| Small | up to 40 guests | prices average £40 hire fee per hour |
| Medium | between 60 and 100 guests | prices average £1500 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 115 guests | prices average £2500 minimum spend per event |
These are the venues within 0.1 mi from central Manchester, available to book on Tagvenue:
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International Suite at Mercure Manchester Piccadilly
on Portland Street - 0.1 mi from centre.
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... -
The Bridgewater at St. James’s Club Manchester
on 45 Spring Gardens - 0.1 mi from centre.
Venue said: Features: The room includes an installed PA system and speakers and permits hosts to play their own music or bring a DJ. The room provides venue Wi‑Fi and a flexible layout with moveable dining tables and banquet chairs -
Semi-Private Dining at Cibo Manchester
on 43 Spring Gardens - 0.1 mi from centre.
Venue said: The room offers quiet acoustic privacy that keeps conversation private, though it can feel very quiet at times and may lack background music on busy nights.
Based on Tagvenue data (as of October 2026), users looking for kids birthday party venues most commonly go for these venue types:
| Restaurant | prices average £1500 minimum spend per event | typically between 70 and 100 guests |
| Event Space | prices average £600 hire fee per event | typically between 60 and 150 guests |
| Hotel | prices average £1000 hire fee per day | typically between 65 and 200 guests |
| Terrace | prices average £1500 minimum spend per event | typically between 70 and 150 guests |
| Entertainment Centre | prices average £108 hire fee per hour | typically between 30 and 60 guests |
Smaller kids birthday party venues usually fit up to 40 guests standing. Here are some great options in Manchester, based on Tagvenue data as of October 2026:
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Creche Play Room at My Time Creche - event venue for 16 guests
Venue said: My Time Nursery Creche is located in the heart of Chorlton, Manchester and offers a safe, modern space for children’s parties and small family gatherings. -
The Bullseye Zone at King Pins - Arndale, Manchester - event space for 25 guests
Our user said: ‘Bullseye Zone Interactive Darts...’ -
Duck Pin Bowling at Roxy Ball Room - Deansgate, Manchester, rated 4.5/5 - bowling alley for 32 guests
Our user said: ‘Was able to add on welcome drinks closer to the event date which really was appreciated.’
Cheap kids birthday party venues in Manchester start from £500 hire fee per event or £180 hire fee per day. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of October 2026:
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Gallery at Manchester Hall, from £500 hire fee per event (up to 100 guests standing)
Our user said: ‘We used the space for a photoshoot and everything could not have been more perfect.’ -
Photo & Dance & Event Space at Studio Bee Photography Studio, from £180 hire fee per day (up to 80 guests standing)
Venue said: Discover Studio Bee, your go-to space for photography and events in Manchester’s Northern Quarter. -
Cafe at Goodtime Games, from £470 minimum spend per event (up to 26 guests standing)
Venue said: We're a vegan and vegetarian-friendly board games café in Didsbury. We cover birthdays, private parties, and corporate socials for 20–30 guests with a layout for both small and large groups.
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