Best Drag Events And Shows In Manchester

Everything from award-winning cabaret stand-up to outrageous bottomless brunch is going down in our fab city and we're here for it. You can be too, but only after checking out this list of Canal Street queens, amazing tribute acts in the city centre and so much more. Read on for all the drag shows in Manchester serving extreme heat right now.

Last edited by Scarlett Welch

Last updated on 26th January 2026




The Cockatoo Club

For a bottomless and boozy affair, check out The Frockatoo Drag Brunch, hosted by The Cockatoo Club in Manchester's gay village. There's 90 minutes of unlimited prosecco or cocktails on the cards, as well as fun games and high-energy performances. 

BOUGIE DRAG EVENTS LTD

Complete with beats from DJ Smiley Vyrus and hosted by iconic Northern duo Imani Versace and Barb, Bougie Drag Events are putting on some fantastic classic or Beyonce-themed bottomless brunches. Expect tasty dishes alongside 90 minutes of unlimited booze, as well as lip syncing, dance-offs and catwalk contests throughout.

Hot Mess Club: Unhinged Princesses Brunch

@ ONBAR Manchester on Sat, 14th Mar 2026 @ 12:00 - 16:00

Head to ONBAR Manchester in the city centre for Hot Mess Club's Unhinged Princesses Brunch this March. This is Disney gone wrong: fairytale icons have been reimagined for a raucous, boozy performance.

Expect non-stop chaos, lively sing-alongs and fun games, led by the talented drag queens on stage. Your ticket includes 90 minutes of bottomless drinks, alongside a tasty burger or wrap and a four-hour show.

The Goose

Valentines Drag Bottomless Brunch with Misty Chance 14th Feb and 1 other offer

At the heart of the city's LGBTQ+ scene, Manchester's revellers have long flocked to The Goose to get their drag fix. Whatever night you get down here, there's sure to be a fabulous queen throwing a sensational soiree.

Misty hosts her quiz on a Wednesday and her loud and proud karaoke on a Friday, while Portia Parker steps in on Thursdays with Midnight Cabaret. At the weekends, a who's who of the city's most dreamy and devilish drag acts mean the stage is never empty.