May Bank Holiday Events and Parties 2023

Make it a daytime shindig with Flight Club, as the renowned darts bar puts on some of their infamous brunches. Perfect for sharing with friends, the party includes a bash at the dart board, a bottle of prosecco per person, and plenty of pizza.

Home to some of the best events in Manchester throughout 2022, Hashtag Parties certainly don't let up once bank holiday weekends roll around. Expect huge parties, affordable drinks, top tunes and more, all at hot venues across the city.

This in-depth, behind-the-scenes tour sees you enjoy a guided insight into each brewery's unique brewhouse. There's beer tastings included at every stop on the Manchester Microbrewery Experience and plenty of insider knowledge to be uncovered too.

If the weather's not holding up, these pubs and bars with pool offer light relief. Better yet, some of Manchester's best venues are fronting beer vending machines, arcades, themed cocktails and more games to boot.

Every Saturday, Cargo throw open their doors for bottomless brunch. Get ready for unlimited bubbles, mimosas and beer, alongside the house DJs blasting the best hits from the 90s and 00s. You're bound to be on your feet in no time.

May bank holiday events don't get any better than sipping your way through plenty of pints in some of the best brewery taprooms. With this tour, you'll sample drinks at a minimum of three stops, while accompanied by a knowledgeable guide.

Take on pirates, samurai, vikings and more when you choose to spend part of your long weekend at Escape Hunt Manchester. You'll have just 60 minutes to work together and figure a way out of this fun, themed environment.

If outdoor events in Manchester are catching your eye this May, The Great Game is a top choice. Solve the riddles, crack clues and complete puzzles to follow the trail across the city, discovering famous landmarks or hidden streets as you go. And when 'X' marks the spot? You'll get 20% off food and drink at the chosen pub.

Haven't made it to the beach with your pop-up stumps, bat and ball yet? Well, Sixes sees you taking to the crease right in the heart of Manchester. Head to their high-tech cricket nets to take on some of the world's best bowlers, with plenty of food and booze available for afters.

Whether you want to spend your Manchester bank holiday weekend at bottomless brunch or a 'garden groove' party, GRUB have your back. From Sundays spent dancing to DJs and grabbing cocktails, to street food washed down with unlimited booze on Saturdays, this spot has all bases covered.

Impossible is giving you plenty to look forward to and celebrate the extra time away from work. From the immersive night life in the downstairs theatre, to a hidden gin emporium and plenty of tasty plates, this is one hot spot.

Offering up the best of events in Manchester this weekend, Cherry Jam is your home of boozy and bottomless feasts. Whether you head for afternoon tea on Saturday or sharing platters come Sunday, both will be washed down with unlimited cocktails. Better yet, expect musical bingo for entertainment.

Bringing tiki vibes, commercial or hip hop hits, and raucous parties to Deansgate Locks is Lola Lo. Here, you'll sip on beach-themed drinks and enjoy live entertainment, while cocktail masterclasses or bookable tables are also available for larger groups. 

Aspiring racers and competitive folks will be able to hit the tracks at TeamSport Go Karting Manchester. Make the most of the long weekend by leaving pals or family eating your dust on 550m of track, before wandering over to a nearby bar - maybe losers can pick up the tab.

For events in Manchester this weekend, always have The Blues Kitchen on your radar. They're fronting a packed roster of live music, so you can celebrate your extra day off with cocktails, dancing and Southern-style fare.

If there's one way to spend bank holidays throughout 2022 in Manchester, it's tucking into some tasty plates at an affordable restaurant. Sometimes, there's no need to fork out a load of dough to get a good meal, which means you can spend your money on fun events and activities instead.

Spend your 2022 May bank holiday in the clink thanks to Alcotraz, the immersive prison experience and speakeasy bar tucked away on Watson Street. For starters, you'll smuggle your liquor in past the eagle-eyed warden, before sipping bespoke cocktails and befriending crooked guards while watching the action unfold.

Is there a better way to spend UK bank holidays than in a beer garden with a pint in hand? These are all the places you should mosey over to in Manchester, should the sun poke its head out from behind the clouds and you need a relaxing afternoon catching some rays with pals.

On Deansgate, you'll uncover simulation sports spot and speakeasy bar Point Blank Shooting. From bottomless brunch on Sundays, to 2 for £10 cocktails in happy hour and plenty of fun games to try out against mates, this place is a great way to enjoy your weekend.