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Top Concert Halls in Manchester
Manchester is renowned for its vibrant musical heritage, so it’s no surprise that it boasts an array of exciting concert venues for all sorts of musical endeavours. Discover inspiring spaces for indie rock, electronic dance music, or classical symphony performances. Check out our listings of concert venues in the city, from intimate pubs with stages in Piccadilly to expansive arenas with excellent acoustics in the Northern Quarter. Begin your search on our platform today, and let us simplify your venue hunt, allowing you to focus on delivering an unforgettable show for your fans!
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![Entire Venue at Band on the Wall in Northern Quarter, Manchester]()
from £600
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityEntire Venue
520 guestsBand on the WallNorthern Quarter, ManchesterTTony M.
“Great venue with a excellent sound system and very friendly and helpful staff” -
![WT THEATRE at Central Performing Arts Studios & Theatre in Near Manchester]()
from £50
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityWT THEATRE
100 guestsCentral Performing Arts Studios & TheatreNear ManchesterA theatre with easy access by car or public transport. Free parking on site, and located 2 minutes from JCT 24 off the M60. The venue is a multi-function theatre with a café bar and 5 studios.
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![Main Hall at Saint Philips Chapel Street in Near Manchester]()
from £1800
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityMain Hall
500 guestsSaint Philips Chapel StreetNear ManchesterA place for creativity to thrive in the heart of Manchester. The building sports incredibly grand architecture with a gorgeous stained window centre stage.
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![AO Arena Bowl at AO Arena Manchester in Cheetham Hill, Manchester]()
from £45000
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityAO Arena Bowl
4500 guestsAO Arena ManchesterCheetham Hill, ManchesterThe AO Arena is Manchester’s most loved venue, with a long history of staging some of the best music and live entertainment events in the region. In the heart of the action, the venue is easily accessed by road and offers
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![Theatre, event space at The Empty Space in Near Manchester]()
from £100
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityTheatre, event space
180 guestsThe Empty SpaceNear ManchesterTheatre, event space is a Theatre in The Empty Space and has a compact, performance-focused auditorium layout. Design: Theatre, event space is a black-box auditorium characterised by dark curtains, a high black ceiling and
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![Entire Venue at The Empty Space in Near Manchester]()
from £160
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityEntire Venue
150 guestsThe Empty SpaceNear ManchesterSituated close to the MediaCityUK studios, with free parking and good transport links, we have welcomed audiences to plays, comedy, musicals, performance poetry, recitals and showcases; it’s the ideal venue to present creative
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![Main Venue at Band on the Wall in Northern Quarter, Manchester]()
from £1100
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityMain Venue
500 guestsBand on the WallNorthern Quarter, ManchesterMain Venue, the Event Space in Band on the Wall, is a purpose-built live-music auditorium defined by a raised performance platform and balcony sightlines.
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![The Archives at Victoria Warehouse in Near Manchester]()
from £1500
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityThe Archives
300 guestsVictoria WarehouseNear ManchesterVictoria Warehouse includes mezzanine levels and lifts that aid circulation and create sightlines across the main floor. Best for: Live music concerts, large-scale exhibitions and corporate product launches or gala receptions.
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![The Copper Bar at Band on the Wall in Northern Quarter, Manchester]()
from £60
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityThe Copper Bar
150 guestsBand on the WallNorthern Quarter, ManchesterThe Copper Bar is an intimate, NYC-inspired cocktail bar offering the perfect mix of curated drinks and live music. With capacity for between 50 and 150 people depending on room layout, it offers a smaller stage than the
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![Green Room at The Empty Space in Near Manchester]()
from £100
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityGreen Room
20 guestsThe Empty SpaceNear ManchesterA compact, carpeted green room with low ceilings, recessed lighting and a continuous bench with cushions and shelving along one wall. Room features: A projector and a flatscreen TV provide visual display options and a PA
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![Theatre at 53two in Castlefield, Manchester]()
from £90
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityTheatre
150 guests53twoCastlefield, ManchesterTheatre at 53two is a black-box theatre with a low vaulted brick ceiling and a compact, flexible layout suited to staged presentations and performance-style hire.
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![The Cellars at Victoria Warehouse in Near Manchester]()
from £1500
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityThe Cellars
250 guestsVictoria WarehouseNear ManchesterBest for: Live music concerts, large-scale exhibitions and corporate product launches or gala receptions. Location: Old Trafford and Trafford Wharf form an events district beside Old Trafford stadium and include a cluster
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FAQs about Top Concert Halls in Manchester
Booking costs of concert venues average £2000 minimum spend per event. Costs vary depending on guest capacity, popularity, location, and amenities like sound systems or bar services. Extra charges may apply for custom catering, decor, or event planning services. Packages with add-ons, such as DJs, photo booths, or other entertainment services, can also increase the overall cost. Check out the typical price ranges in Manchester, based on Tagvenue data:
| Typically between £1500 | and £3400 | minimum spend per event |
| Typically between £750 | and £2000 | hire fee per event |
| Typically between £50 | and £138 | hire fee per hour |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated November 2026), the best options include:
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Stoller Hall at Stoller Hall in Manchester City Centre - rated 5/5
Our user said: ‘Great venue and helpful staffs...’ -
Entire Venue at Band on the Wall in Northern Quarter - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘Great venue with a excellent sound system and very friendly and helpful staff...’ -
Cultplex at CULTPLEX in Cheetham Hill - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘Jules who I communicated with about booking the space was so helpful and wonderful. Fab venue, fab staff...’
You'll find concert venues in various sizes, from smaller spots to larger venues; keep in mind that the type of space and your chosen layout will affect the capacity! Below you can see the typical venue sizes in Manchester, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (November 2026):
| Small | up to 100 guests | prices average £100 hire fee per hour |
| Medium | between 165 and 260 guests | prices average £2000 hire fee per event |
| Large | over 350 guests | prices average £2500 minimum spend per event |
These are the venues within 0.3 mi from central Manchester, available to book on Tagvenue:
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SITU at The Alan
on 18 Princess Street - 0.1 mi from centre.
Our user said: ‘The night itself was amazing, bar staff were incredibly friendly and helpful!’ -
The Green Room at Definitely Maybe Bar
on 52 Church Street - 0.3 mi from centre.
Our user said: ‘I was very happy with this venue and the full booking process!’ -
The Live Room at Area Manchester
on 50 Sackville Street - 0.3 mi from centre.
Our user said: ‘Would recommend anyone to hire this venue...’
Based on Tagvenue data (as of November 2026), users looking for concert venues most commonly go for these venue types:
| Event Space | prices average £1500 minimum spend per event | typically between 100 and 500 guests |
| Theatre | prices average £90 hire fee per hour | typically around 180 guests |
| Hotel | prices average £4000 minimum spend per event | typically between 60 and 200 guests |
| Hall | prices average £5340 hire fee per day | typically between 130 and 500 guests |
| Nightclub | prices average £650 hire fee per hour | typically between 400 and 500 guests |
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Snug Semi-private Lounge at Yotel Manchester Deansgate, rated 4.8/5 - lounge for 40 guests
Our user said: ‘Overall a great experience on a busy Saturday at a fabulous venue in the heart of Manchester City centre.’ -
The Snug at The Bay Horse Tavern, rated 5/5 - lounge for 25 guests
Our user said: ‘We hired the whole venue and everything went to plan.’ -
Victoria Suite at Marriott Victoria & Albert Hotel, rated 4.5/5 - function room for 60 guests
Our user said: ‘the venue internally was beautiful, the service on the night was very good and overall value was great too.’
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Venue at Gorilla, from £1000 minimum spend per event (up to 550 guests standing)
Our user said: ‘I had 50 guests and it felt like a really good size still. Would definitely hire again, great value for money.’ -
The Snug at The Bay Horse Tavern, from £23 per person (up to 25 guests standing)
Our user said: ‘We hired the whole venue and everything went to plan.’ -
Conference Room at Grub on the 7th, from £500 hire fee per event (up to 225 guests standing)
Venue said: Long rectangular conference space with neutral finishes, a low suspended ceiling and a dark patterned carpet that keeps the room visually grounded. Wall-height windows supply natural daylight and the overall character is...
- Arenas - Large-scale venues perfect for major concerts and international tours, such as the AO Arena Manchester near Manchester Victoria Station.
- Theatres - Historic spaces with great acoustics and rowed seating, like The Empty Space in Salford Quays.
- Music Halls - Classic venues with rich histories and lavish decor, such as the Albert Hall in Deansgate.
- Clubs and Bars - Exciting venues with intimate settings ideal for up-and-coming artists and smaller gigs, like The Whiskey Jar in the Northern Quarter.
- Studio Spaces - Live music spaces with recording or streaming capabilities, such as Studio 1 at G6 Film Studios in Salford.
- Converted Spaces: Unique locations like old churches and warehouses that provide a distinctive charm, such as The Stables near St. John's Gardens.
- Outdoor Venues - Open-air spaces combine fresh air and a customisable layout, perfect for summer concerts, like Un.titled Studio in Salford Quays.
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