Saturday nights have got something a bit special going on. They don't have the element of after-work boozin' Friday nights often do, nor the pre-work fear of Sunday evening drinks... and we've got just the thing for you. From microbrewery experiences and cocktail-led parties to comedy clubs and live music from some of the best DJs around the world, here's our handpicked guide to Saturday nights in Manchester.
@ Alcotraz Penitentiary: Manchester on Various dates from Monday 22nd June 2026
Looking for the best places to go on a Saturday night in Manchester? Alcotraz: Cell Block Three-Four is an absolute must. This quirky immersive experience will have you dressing up in an orange jumpsuit, smuggling booze behind bars and sipping your very own prison hooch.
Indie rock tunes and great drinks prices provide the base for Saturday nights at The Liquor Store. Tucked away just off Deansgate, head down for late night cocktails in one of the city's best hidden gems.
@ Pizza Pilgrims Manchester - Deansgate on Saturday 27th June 2026 and 22 other Saturdays
Learn everything there is to know about creating the perfect margherita at Pizza Pilgrims on Deansgate, where they host a Dough It Yourself masterclass on a regular basis. Here, you'll hear more about the restaurant's story while enjoying tasty Italian snacks, before getting stuck into cooking.
Their chefs will guide you through the process of shaping your dough, balancing your toppings and baking the pizza in their dome ovens, to be devoured afterwards. Tickets start from £50, also including two drinks each and a mouthwatering Nutella ring dessert.
A holistic entertainment experience that provides live DJs during your games of bowling, all washed down by amazing cocktails and food, Wynwood Lanes provides the goods for a perfect Saturday night out in Manchester.
Whether you're in Kampus, Altrincham, Chorlton or the Northern Quarter, you can count on Nell's for an affordable Saturday plan. This laid-back bar and restaurant boasts casual interiors and a cool vibe, with regular live DJs playing on weekends.
On Saturdays, they serve £6 margaritas all day long, a seriously budget-friendly choice for drinks. Hungry? They serve New York-style pizzas whole or by the slice, with toppings ranging from hot honey pepperoni to miso corn or vodka sauce.
Looking for something a little different this weekend? Behind Closed Doors is a cool basement bar that's filled with quirky decor, from mannequins in cages to vintage TVs and plush sofas, bathed in pink lighting.
You'll find killer cocktails in the main bar, or head upstairs to discover their private karaoke room. This offers up to 10,000 songs, bookable in 50-minute slots.
@ Waxy O'Connors Manchester on Every Saturday
Iconic Irish pub Waxy's is the go-to if you like your pints of Guinness and Irish Coffees with a side of live music. Whether it's chilled out drinks or pre-gaming before you go on a big one, make sure to stop here.
@ YES on Every 3rd Saturday of the month
A new breed of soul night for the next generation, Deptford Northern Soul Club is a regular night that champions the classics at YES. Expect an epic display of the finest trumpets, heavy drum breaks and rousing vocals till late.
