Best Reopening Parties In Manchester

Have you missed Flight Club? Us too. The King Street favourite is back this May with their epic Manchester Brunch Social where prosecco, bottomless pizza and social darts come together to promise a buzzing weekend in the heart of the city.

Lola Lo are hosting an epic Manchester reopening party, with plenty of tropical-themed fun to get you in the summer mood. The tiki bar will be welcoming revellers to its outdoor terrace for tipples and dancing (while seated of course) and indoor party vibes should the weather turn.

London fave The Blues Kitchen is opening in Manchester, bringing bourbon-laced cocktails, a menu of Southern classics and a star-spangled approach to nights out. Get your fix of live music with performances from the house band, touring artists and soulful DJ-led brunches this May.

There's fewer places as great for live music in Manchester than YES. Not only have they kicked-off summertime drinking sessions with their newly-built beer garden, but they're welcoming back bands for socially distanced gigs in May before the normal clubbing schedule resumes.  

Looking for a theatrical night out to celebrate the return of bars in Manchester? Impossible is just the venue for you. Not only is their charming terrace space now available to book, but they'll be kick-starting a summer of celebration with a series of huge disco house brunches.

Join Manchester's Juno Birch, London's leading queens Tayce and Cara Melle, plus a few special guests as Bougie Drag & Boy Toy Events take over the city. That means food, unlimited bubbles and entertainment from Gaga-style lip syncs to catwalk competitions.

One of the most popular nightlife spots in the Deansgate Locks area, Ark Manchester is set for a massive relaunch once clubs reopen again. Taking place on 19th-20th July, Lockdown: The Big Return x3 Club Takeover will feature back-to-back sets from some of the UK's hottest DJs.

From date nights that don't involve arguing over the washing up, to afternoons with flatmates that go beyond the confines of your house; it's time to get back on track. Explore our list of all the restaurants and bars now taking bookings in Manchester and make the most of the city reopening.

The Refuge is one of Manchester's most beloved boozers and nightlife hub. They'll be welcoming guests for a little alfresco action while the following month will allow for indoor dining, then before you know it you'll be back on the dancefloor when summer rolls around.  

Haven't been to Escape To Freight Island? Now's the time, because the open-air space is one of Manchester's hottest reopenings. We're talking roller disco, karaoke and retro arcade games, street food and unmissable bars, and a whole roster of incredible DJs performing this summer.

Always a top choice for Insta-worthy neon scenes, punchy cocktails and putt putt action, Junkyard Golf Club is back and socially-distanced from 17th May. Get ready for cashless payments, table service, single-use cups and a bookings-only system so that your night out runs smoothly.

No summer would be complete without a trip to Hidden's mega outdoor club space. Celebrate the return of Manchester clubbing with a trip to the city centre venue, where 19th July will welcome world-class DJs for a weekend of drinking, dancing and celebrating.