Who said celebrations should end when the clock strikes twelve? The lights may have come on, and the dancefloor cleared but we reckon that's no excuse to admit defeat. Instead, head to one of these bashes and kick off the year in some serious style. Check out our guide to the best restaurants, parties and events on New Year's Day 2025 in Manchester to keep the good times rolling 'til 2nd January.
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Last updated on 19th November 2024
@ Manchester Piccadilly Train Station on Various dates from Thursday 21st November 2024
New Year's Day tickets in Manchester don't come much better than the Fun Puzzle Treasure Hunt. Grab a group to race around town finding landmarks while solving clues and riddles - there's even a pub with 20% off waiting for you as treasure at the end.
Peter Street's BrewDog bar and their city centre hotel too are making sure you're covered for hangover-busting meals on the 1st of January. Think stacked burgers, including pork and chorizo patties smothered in brie, alongside wings, mac 'n' cheese and brunches spanning everything from Korean BBQ bacon bao buns to huge American breakfasts.
Banyan is one of the city's prettiest restaurants, dishing out international bites and a huge selection of cocktails - if you haven't had your fill of that the night before that is. Tuck into small plates, burgers and spicy curries, with private hire available if you're getting a big group together for the occasion.
@ Mother Mary on Wed, 1st Jan 2025 @ 17:00 - 20:30
Celebrate the first day of 2025 with some hair of the dog at this New Year's Day party in Manchester. Old Skool Bingo is all about RnB, throwback club classics, and next-level fun - including across games of bingo and dance competitions for the chance to win prizes.
Spend New Year's Day in Manchester city centre at the Foundry Project, whether you're after a hangover-curing brunch or a delicious lunch with friends and family. This venue offers everything from a full English or a burger to salad bowls that fuel your New Year's resolutions.
When it comes to New Year's Day at Manchester restaurants, Gaucho has to be right up there among the finest places. The Argentinian spot is not only quite the looker for continuing your celebrations in, but they're coming in hot with ceviche, steaks and indulgent desserts like baked cookie dough.
Looking for the best places that are open on New Year's Day? Rumour has it Bierkeller will be kicking off 2024 with table reservations for all your sporting and bar games needs, so head over for a little hair of the dog and hearty Bavarian-style sharing platters.
Whether you're after a comforting brunch to soak up last night's booze or some quirky cocktails to keep the party going, Slug and Lettuce is a great shout for New Year's Day. With stunning venues in Deansgate, Spinningfields and Didsbury, you're spoilt for choice.
Searching for a fun start to 2024? Spice up your Sunday at the gay bar and party spot Via. Head to the bar for their signature shots, with a variety of "bombs" to explode the evening. Fancy a snack? Tuck into tacos like the BBQ jackfruit or beef burnt ends smothered in savoury toppings, alongside pizzas or burgers to boot.
The Oast House's winter teepee is a great pick for your NYD happenings, thanks to roaring fires and fairy lights making it all kinds of cosy. But that's not all, as food here brings you all the comfort needed after a late one the night before - think poutine and other loaded fries, gyros, wings, burgers or pub classics like fish 'n' chips.
Honest Burgers is the perfect location for a hearty meal that won't break the bank this New Year's Day. Choose from a chicken, beef or veggie patty with all kinds of toppings on offer, all paired with their signature homemade rosemary salted chips.
The Old Wellington is a popular pub located in The Printworks, ideal of some hair of the dog on the 1st of January. This historical boozer will also be cooking up delicious pies, sharing platters, juicy burgers and so much more to pair with your pint.
If you're looking for places to eat on New Year's Day in Manchester, let Dishoom take some of the work off your hands. Delivering all the ingredients you'll need to make their bacon naan roll, the Bombay favourite is one for a tasty brunch at home if you're nursing a sore head.
