Break the shackles of 'normal' and fly free from average club nights with our guide. From cocktails in a tiki den or secret bar to power ballads and air guitars, this city is getting freaky on the 31st of December. Explore the most unusual happenings with our pick of quirky Manchester New Year's Eve parties.
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Last updated on 10th December 2024
The most unique of Manchester New Year's Eve restaurants because if its Latin party bar vibes, Revolution de Cuba are all about carnival madness with live music, salsa dancing, shots and a funfair of colourful cocktails. This is definitely something a little sassy for your end of 2024 bash.
@ Albert's Schloss - Manchester on Tue, 31st Dec 2024 @ 19:00 - 2:00
Celebrate the beginning of 2025 in Manchester with Albert's Schloss as, on the 31st of December, Albert's Party Time Machine is coming to town for an unforgettable New Year's Eve bash. Starting at just £45, this Alpine-inspired venue is throwing one of the biggest parties in the city with a journey through the decades.
Get ready for fire shows with Nero, divine drinks from Dionysus, and Cleopatras on the dancefloor. Dress to impress, dance to the haus band, sip schnapps, and enjoy a thrilling kabaret performance. Don't miss the photo booth to capture the night with friends.
@ The Cockatoo Club on Tue, 31st Dec 2024 @ 21:00 - 2:00
To fill your New Year's Eve celebrations with variety entertainment, it can only be The Cockatoo Club. Entry is £25 per person and includes a whole bottle of prosecco each alongside the performances, so it's an absolute steal.
Acts include Daniel Seaman singing live, Cherie's cabaret, burlesque sensation Vil, drag acts Queen of Sax and Snow White Trash, and resident DJ and host Roxy Rivers.
@ Simmons Manchester on Tue, 31st Dec 2024 @ 20:00 - 4:00
@ Doghouse Manchester on Tue, 31st Dec 2024 @ 19:00 - 0:00
@ Flight Club Manchester on Tue, 31st Dec 2024 @ multiple start times (see ticket info)
@ The Dome on Tue, 31st Dec 2024 @ 19:00 - 2:00
@ The Fitzgerald on Tue, 31st Dec 2024 @ 19:00 - 4:00
For something quirky for New Year's Eve in Manchester this year, how about a whole night of non-stop live entertainment? Northern Quarter speakeasy bar The Fitzgerald will kick things off with a captivating burlesque show by Bad Bunnies, followed by live music and non-stop crowd-favourite hits until 4am.
@ On The Hush on Tue, 31st Dec 2024 @ 20:00 - 1:00
@ Alcotraz Penitentiary: Manchester on Various dates from Sunday 22nd December 2024
Being behind bars at Alcotraz is a lot more fun than you'd think, as they encourage you to try something a little different for New Year's Eve in Manchester. Smuggle booze past a suspicious warden while dressed in an orange jumpsuit, with handcrafted tipples waiting for you inside.
@ The Liquor Store on Tue, 31st Dec 2024 @ multiple start times (see ticket info)
The Liquor Store is always a prime place to party, and New Year's Eve is certainly not the exception. These guys will be open for a whopping 24 hours to celebrate New Year's Eve (midday on 31st December to midday on 1st January), although the ticketed party portion of the evening is only £5 each and includes a welcome cocktail.
But that's not all, since this Back to the 80s bash also includes all night 80s tunes playing, a midnight balloon drop with confetti canons, a £50 bar tab prize for the best dressed, an original Nintendo games console competition and even space hopper races.
@ Electric Shuffle Manchester on Tue, 31st Dec 2024 @ multiple start times (see ticket info)
For a New Year's Eve Brunch with a quirky twist, head to Electric Shuffle on Deansgate. This cool activity bar is hosting five sessions throughout the afternoon and evening, promising an hour on their interactive shuffleboard tables followed by another 60 minutes in the bar to toast to the winners.
Tickets start from £30, including a whole bottle of prosecco each and unlimited sourdough pizza paddles to share. Plus, you can boogie to DJ sets until 2am afterwards.
