Host to a hot-to-trot barrage of pop-up every year, our Northern city knows no bounds when it comes to stuffing our chops silly; be that at plush pancake eating competitions or darling supper clubs. Check out our recommendations for some of the best food events in Manchester and keep your eye out for upcoming parties, they'll be coming in thicker and faster than syrup-smothered across waffles.
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Last updated on 2nd May 2025
@ YO! Manchester Selfridges Trafford on Wednesday 7th May 2025 and 7 other Wednesdays
YO! Selfridges Trafford is offering one of the best food masterclasses, helping you to whip up four different delish sushi items. Better yet, nabbing tickets to this event means you'll also get gyozas to tuck into on arrival.
@ Victoria Baths on Friday 19th September 2025 and 2 other dates
The meatiest event of the year is returning this September: Wing Fest 2025. This three-day festival promises some of the very best wings in the world, which you'll get to try and decide your favourites. There are three categories, Buffalo, BBQ and wild wings, and one vendor will be crowned the champion of each - and they'll al be sole for just £1.50 so you can sample them all.
If you're feeling brave, there are eating competitions and hot sauce challenges to get involved in. There's also free axe throwing, arcade games, live music and DJ sets, and your ticket also includes a signature trucker hat on arrival.
Looking for the best food events in Manchester? Found just a short drive from the city, Cherry Jam is serving up a tasty bottomless afternoon tea from its home in Stockport. Enjoy unlimited spritzes, cocktails and beers with a wide choice of sweet and savoury bites.
@ On The Hush on Every Saturday
An Insta-worthy cafe by day and vibrant bar by night, On The Hush was voted Best Bottomless Brunch in Manchester 2023 - and for good reason. Enjoy unlimited drinks, fresh food from local suppliers, and killer cocktails in a colourful, flower-filled setting.
@ Electric Shuffle Manchester on Various dates from Saturday 3rd May 2025
We couldn't not mention Electric Shuffle's Brunch as one of the best food events happening around the city every weekend. Gather your mates and head to the Deansgate spot to enjoy an hour's worth of shuffleboard paired with a bottle of prosecco each and unlimited pizza; all from just £30 per person.
