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.
Booking costs of kids birthday party venues average £35 per person. 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 April 2026:
| From £25 | to £45 | per person |
| From £1000 | to £2500 | minimum spend per event |
| From £77 | to £396 | hire fee per hour |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated April 2026), the best options include:
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.’
Cultplex at CULTPLEX
in Cheetham Hill - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘The staff were incredibly helpful throughout booking and on the day.’
The Salvation Bar at voco Manchester
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.’
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 (April 2026):
| Small | up to 45 guests | prices average £96 hire fee per hour |
| Medium | between 65 and 100 guests | prices average £1000 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 120 guests | prices average £2500 minimum spend per event |
These are the venues within 0.3 mi from central Manchester, available to book on Tagvenue:
Page last updated in April 2026
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