Few cities know how to throw a party like Manchester. The jewel of North-West England takes the art of recreation into an era of renaissance, and the sheer volume of party venues ensures anyone’s party particulars can be satisfied with aplomb. From hen-dos and baby showers to corporate parties and after-work drinks, this is how to plan a Manchester party without the stress.

Know your audience

Party-goers make up a party. That’s not a controversial statement but it is an important thing to remember when throwing your Manchester blowout. You may want a party themed after your top 3 Spotify artists, but your guests may not – and a good party is one everyone enjoys.

Themeing isn’t the only thing that will impact your guests. It’s good practice to consider the needs of your guests before you start looking – do you require disabled access to your venue? Can all of your guests get to the Manchester party venue, particularly if it requires driving? Are your food and drinking choices catering to everyone’s preferences, including those who do not like alcohol or meat? All of these are great questions to ask yourself before you approach a venue, that way you’ll have robust criteria to assess the Manchester party venues.

Make it a very Mancunian party

Part of the joy of party planning is tapping into the recreational spirit of a place. Fortunately, Manchester has plenty of this spirit, and securing a great party venue in the city is an exercise in accessing the core of the Mancunion way. For dimly lit bars and foreboding buildings, you could do a lot worse than Salford – this ex-industrial quarter caters to a hip crowd and could prove a great locale for a low-key birthday party. For those who want a bit more glam, you may want to check out Deansgate – this mile-long stretch is the beating heart of Manchester’s club circuit, proving the stomping ground of footballers and students alike.

Do less, get more

When it comes to booking a Manchester party venue there are a few tricks you can use to ensure the very best venues respond without spending all day on the phone. Simply give us your enquiry, with as much or as little detail as you wish, and we’ll circulate it amongst Manchester’s top venues – then you’ll get a selection of responses to choose from all without lifting a finger.