Where to Drink In Manchester

Thanks to such an amazing of choice of where to drink in Manchester, our city is awash with options - both a blessing, and a curse when you're deciding where to head. Whether you fancy cocktail bars, cosy pubs or the most stunning venues, our guide will show you a range of places to venture over to.

Last edited by Lauren Cole

Last updated on 17th December 2024




Official Manchester Rum Festival 2025

@ New Century Hall on Sat, 26th Jul 2025 @ multiple start times (see ticket info)

A whole festival dedicated to one of the nation's favourite spirits? Sign us up. The Official Manchester Rum Festival is not only the city's original festival celebrating rum, but you can also rest easy knowing all the exhibitors' rums are included in the £27.50 per person ticket price.

Add on seminars with top brands for an extra tenner, or stick to checking out the food vendors and rum cocktail bar.

Courts Club

Happy Hour - Everyday - 5pm - 8pm and 1 other offer

Situated in Good Yard Park, Courts Club is a unique activity bar where you can get sporty with your friends. They've got both basketball and tennis courts available to book, and there's a bar and restaurant to celebrate the winners in afterwards. There's both indoor and outdoor seating available, and you can munch your way through a menu of cheese toasties, cob salads and crispy halloumi gyros here, paired with cocktails or draught beer.

The Lawn Club

Lunch Club | Main & Soft Drink for £10 and 1 other offer

When where to drink outdoors in Manchester is on your mind, The Lawn Club comes in hot with plenty of options. There's an enclosed pergola decked out with ivy and fairy lights, alongside bookable private pods and a pop-up tipi come winter. As for the summer though? Their spacious lawn and sunny terrace area are the perfect place for alfresco drinks, such as two for £12 summer spritzes served from the outdoor bar.