An event space in a nightclub with a central LED-lit runway stage, rows of chairs, and purple lighting at Area Manchester.

The Runway at Area Manchester

Event Space in a Nightclub
·
Private space
50 Sackville Street, Manchester, M1 3WF –
Manchester City Centre
Up to 150
seats
Up to 400
standing
Venue offers catering
External catering not allowed

About this space

The space features a catwalk-style main floor with integrated LED edge lighting, professional stage lighting, and a large screen at the far end. It's a great pick for fashion shows, product launches, and high-impact presentations. Seating is arranged along both sides of the runway or cleared for standing events, depending on your needs.

A raised mezzanine level overlooks the main floor, adding extra viewing space or room for VIP guests and technical setup.

Prices

Monday
6:00 – 4:00
from £600 hire fee
Per session
6:00 – 4:00
from £600 hire fee
Per session
6:00 – 4:00
from £2500 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 4:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Tuesday
6:00 – 4:00
from £600 hire fee
Per session
6:00 – 4:00
from £600 hire fee
Per session
6:00 – 4:00
from £2500 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 4:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Wednesday
6:00 – 4:00
from £600 hire fee
Per session
6:00 – 4:00
from £600 hire fee
Per session
6:00 – 4:00
from £2500 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 4:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Thursday
6:00 – 4:00
from £600 hire fee
Per session
6:00 – 4:00
from £600 hire fee
Per session
6:00 – 4:00
from £2500 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 4:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Friday
6:00 – 4:00
from £600 hire fee
Per session
6:00 – 4:00
from £600 hire fee
Per session
6:00 – 4:00
from £2500 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 4:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Saturday
6:00 – 4:00
from £600 hire fee
Per session
6:00 – 4:00
from £600 hire fee
Per session
6:00 – 4:00
from £2500 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 4:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Sunday
6:00 – 4:00
from £600 hire fee
Per session
6:00 – 4:00
from £600 hire fee
Per session
6:00 – 4:00
from £2500 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 4:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Pricing updated by venue 1 month ago
Pricing rated as accurate by 1 verified user

Capacity

Standing
up to 400
Theatre
up to 150

Catering and drinks

No in-house catering available
No external catering allowed
Approved caterers only
Venue provides alcohol
Alcohol licence until 4:00 (extension available)
No BYO alcohol allowed

Facilities

Wi-Fi available
Projector
Flatscreen TV
Whiteboard
Flipchart
PA system / speakers
Air conditioner
Lighting equipment
Storage space
Dance floor
Soundproof
Mirrors
Paid parking facilities available nearby
Unavailable: Conference call facilities
Unavailable: Photo equipment
Unavailable: Natural light
Unavailable: Video equipment
Unavailable: Greenscreen
Unavailable: Backdrops
Unavailable: Quiet space
Unavailable: Accommodation is available on-site

Music & sound equipment

Play your own music
Bring your own DJ
No noise restrictions

Accessibility

Unavailable: Accessible toilets
Unavailable: Ground level
Unavailable: Accessible parking spot available
Unavailable: Lift to all floors
Unavailable: Cargo lift
Unavailable: Wheelchair accessible

Rules of the space

Allowed events

Promoted and ticketed events
Temporary event notices available
No wedding licence

Age policy

Guests under 18 are not allowed after 20:00

Host rules

No smoking in the building
Alcohol can not be taken off the premises/outside
Pets are allowed subject to the nature of the event

Cancellation policy: Standard 30 day

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Reviews and ratings

(18 reviews and ratings - )

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Slawomir C.
Verified review
Excellent communication
5.0

About Area Manchester

Area Manchester is a Trusted Tagvenue Partner, validated by the Tagvenue team with a record of successful bookings on the platform.

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