Looking for somewhere to party hard, but rarely venture past your usual haunts? You'll be spoilt for choice across the city. The bars or clubs of this place are varied and diverse, so you can literally have any shindig going. From tiki dens to live music havens, check out these places to go on a Manchester night out.
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Last updated on 14th August 2025
In the mood for a cool night out in sultry surrounds? A hidden basement bar in the Northern Quarter, Behind Closed Doors boasts speakeasy vibes and unique decor featuring pink lighting and vintage TVs.
The true appeal of this place lies upstairs in their private karaoke room, which you can book in 50-minute slots. They've got up to 10,000 songs on offer, as well as a cracking cocktail menu.
One of the great ways to spend a night? With some of the city's best live music. From rip-roaring party dens with live jazz and DJs as well, to venues dating back to the 70s punk scene, our guide has something for everyone.
One of the Manchester faves, Revolucion De Cuba is a Latin-style bar with plenty of flavour. Boasting live acts, dance classes, a delectable menu and selections of cocktails or rum-infused favourites, this Havana haven offers a great night out.
Inspired by the late-night bars of New York, LA and Miami, BLVD is serving a menu of international small plates by day, before becoming a lively cocktail lounge at night. Pack out the dancefloor while live acts like fire artists provide entertainment.
@ The Blues Kitchen Manchester on Every Friday
Every Friday, Blues Kitchen throw open their doors for free club nights with hip hop, RnB and afrobeats until late. Expect a mixture of live performances and sets from DJs to fill in the gaps - and don't forget about those amazing drinks to fuel your dancing.
Famous Manchester nightclubs are topped off by Chinawhite, an exclusive joint full of glitz and glam that made its way to the city from London. Looking to splash the cash with table service and more? This is the place.
A stellar spot for group nights out in Manchester, Impossible are all about an immersive clubbing experience in their downstairs 'theatre'. Here, you'll find a whole host of acts to gawp at in your breaks between dancing to DJs, alongside bottle girls dressed the part in themed outfits.
In need of clubs in Manchester city centre with an indie vibe? The Venue is our top pick, offering a packed dancefloor and an eclectic mix of music to keep you groovin' all night long. Better yet, you can nab Thursday entry for just £1.
When it comes to the best night clubs in Manchester, Mint Lounge is a stalwart of the scene that can't go unmentioned. Funkademia, the city's longest running party, attracts an easy-going crowd to dance Saturday night away to soul-funk.
You'll find Twenty Twenty Two perched in one of the top Manchester nightlife areas, the Northern Quarter. While known as the place for beer pong, table tennis or darts, the lineup of DJs and underground favourites isn't to be missed either.
You can head to somewhere tropical thanks to this little gem of a tiki dive bar, which is covered in bamboo and bright colours. Hip hop, reggae and afrobeats blast from the DJ decks at The Liars Club in Deansgate, while the list of over 100 rums is sure to keep you going.
A night out in Manchester's Northern Quarter isn't complete without a trip to Night and Day Cafe for live music. From DJ sets to indie-pop, rock and disco, there's a little something for everyone at this cool joint.
For a night out in Manchester city centre, Club Liv is a favourite when it comes to luxury. Here, the DJ booth is raised above the dancefloor, there's a swanky marble bar and a range of LED screens scattered throughout.
When in need of the best clubs in Manchester, Satans Hollow is our recommendation for punk, rock and metal lovers. These alternative nights out serve up a friendly crowd and cheap drinks, so you can keep on going 'til close.
Yes, Soup might also serve food, but the late-night scene here is what's made the venue so legendary. Think a varied roster of bangin' live music, alongside regular club nights in the basement space.
Inspired by the Alpine regions of Bavaria, Albert's Schloss not only dabbles in Oompah, but is also the place to get on your feet to some of the wildest and weirdest acts around. Think cabaret, live music and more making you party hard. They've got the best steins of beer from across Europe, delicious traditional cook haus cuisine inspired by the Alps, and a massive stage for epic live performances every night of the week. Plus, they're Manchester's first Tankovna, serving up the freshest Pilsner in town.
