You have arrived at the peak of the week, you've skipped through Monday, trampled over Tuesday and now have clambered up to the top of Wednesday. We know you're ready to take the plunge and make the most of the best nights Wednesdays in Manchester has to offer. We have thrown together a little something to ensure you get your self out and frequenting the dance floors of Manchester this and every Wednesday.
@ Alcotraz Penitentiary: Manchester on Various dates from Monday 18th May 2026
Alcotraz: Cell Block Three-Four is a unique immersive bar experience that's sure to provide a midweek pick-me-up. Head on over to the Deansgate spot to dress up in orange jumpsuits, smuggle booze past the warden and be rewarded with handcrafted cocktails.
@ Pizza Pilgrims Manchester - Deansgate on Saturday 23rd May 2026 and 27 other Saturdays
Wondering what to do this hump day? Head to The Liquor Store, where you can enjoy a fabulous evening filled with cracking tunes (think indie and classic rock), not to mention a lip-smacking lineup of boozy beverages.
Heading out for a quick drink this Wednesday in Manchester and want something a little less run of the mill? Join Arcane as their happy hour not only provides cut-price cocktails every Wednesday from 4-8pm, their libations promise some of the most unique and enticing drinks in the city.
Who says the weekend starts on Friday? At Be At One Manchester, Wednesdays are basically pre-weekend - thanks to the Midweek Mixtape. It's a midweek celebration of music, margaritas, and massive drink deals. Think £5 cocktails, £3 shots, and enough good vibes to get you through the rest of the week.
Gather your mates, grab a table, and dive into a margarita menu that's got range - spicy, sweet, frozen, and everything in between. Wednesday is the new Friday (just cheaper).
Wednedssday nights at Cruz 101 are made for spilling the tea with £5.00 Premium Doubles, £2.50 VS & Fosters, £1.50 Shots. Head on over for your midweek fix and you may even find a few local celebrity drag queens.
Wednesdays at the Mash Tun are dedicated to open mics and live music from the city's most promising new talent. Head on over for a chilled community feel, great beer and free hotdogs. How could you say no to that?
@ Trof Northern Quarter on Every Wednesday
Wednesday nights at Trof NQ are quiz night. Assemble a team of trivial wizards and take on the Quizmodo masters, with free chips on offer for those that take part and funny team names as an essential.
Celebrating the hop, skip and jump over Hump Day, join Hula Manchester every Wednesday as they celebrate making it half way through the week with plenty of drinks deals, DJs, and the sneaky chance at dancing should you be that way inclined.
