The red carpet greeting you upon arrival also adds to proceedings and makes for a perfect selfie spot.įancy something a bit different? The Eagle is a private members bar for anyone identifying as male and the industrial basement setting makes for a unique spot for a cheeky pint or hangout with friends. If a big, old singalong to My Fair Lady is your idea of a perfect night out, Oscars is the place for you. Who doesn’t love a little bit of razzle dazzle? Hidden in a small basement, Oscars is a theatre-style bar that pays homage to all things musicals. Regular events focus on house and club music, and there’s a vast cocktail menu to keep your thirst quenched. Vanilla is Manchester’s leading lesbian bar but accepts everyone. It’s been described as the “lesbian mecca of the north", and if that doesn’t sound like good fun then we’re not really sure what is. They’ve also recently installed a gazebo area that allows you to continue the party outside, while there’s also a coffee and cocktail bar offering a quieter atmosphere for those wanting to knuckle down and work.
With resident DJs each night, alongside special drag, karaoke and cabaret nights, there’s always something going on. Nicknamed the Party Palace, NYNY is one of the longest-standing bars in Canal Street and is a popular spot for parties and anyone looking for a good time. There’s regular drag shows, quizzes and bingo nights throughout the week alongside a selection of drink specials and good vibes.īe sure to get there early in order to get a seat.Ī sunny day in Manchester's Canal Street (Image: ABNM Photography) Check website for details.ĭescribed as being ‘the heart of the Village’, Bar Pop offers a number of shows and themed nights to keep you entertained. Regular club nights include the Disco Inferno 70s and 80s night on Mondays which has been running since 1993 and the always-popular Saturday night party which runs until 7am.Įntry fee varies depending on time of entry.
Set in a former shipping warehouse, Cruz has been hosting late night parties since 1992 and even doubled up as the Babylon bar in TV show Queer as Folk. If you’re looking for a late night out, then Cruz 101 is the place to go as it stays open until the early hours six days a week. Here's our pick of the best, whatever you're after. It can be a little bit daunting if you’re visiting the village for the first time, so we wanted to give you a head start and give you some ideas on where to head whether you’re looking for an after-work drink, a weekend of Pride celebrations, or just looking for somewhere to relax and unwind. There are even a few hidden secrets that only those in the know will really know about.
Known by both the LGBT+ community and allies, the gay village is full of bars, restaurants, cafés and clubs that are perfect for any gathering. Thirty years on and Canal Street is one of the most recognisable gay districts in the world thanks to its prominent appearances in shows like Queer As Folk and Coronation Street. While business was quiet at the beginning, with owners loosing money, the bar represented the start of things to come. Read more: Hundreds descend on Wigan town centre for annual Pride festival The area situated around Canal Street organically grew into a place where the LGBT+ community could socialise and feel safe after the opening of bar Manto in 1990. The gay village was 'willed into existence' in the late 1980s in response to amendments to section 28 laws that had previously prohibited the promotion of homosexuality in schools.
Manchester's gay village is one of the best places to visit, whether you're planning a night out or just fancy exploring the legendary Canal Street area.