Centre Stage

Boasting an all-week happy hour, live shows, international cabaret, and live DJ, The Thompsons Arms is a lively gay bar in the hub that is Manchester's Gay Village. There's always a drinks offer on so you can enjoy yourself for a reasonable price, and locals and regulars love the lively atmosphere.

Located in Manchester's vibrant Gay Village, the Velvet bar is coupled with their luxury hotel. It's surrounded by other lively bars and clubs, and brings a warm sense of luxury to this LGBTQ party hub. On the terrace and in the sumptuous bar area, you can enjoy a range of cocktails and other drinks as well as live DJs and entertainment every weekend. There is also a well rated restaurant in the basement which is very popular with the LGBTQ+ crowd.

This gay bar are a traditional pub in the heart of Manchester's Gay village. It offers a warm welcome to all customers with fantastic entertainment and superb offers throughout the week so there is something for everyone. Alongside pies and burgers, the bar is fully stocked with a great selection of drinks & cocktails and the staff are always friendly.

Hidden away in the back streets on Manchester's Gay Village, Centre Stage describes itself as a Dive Bar. It offers nostalgia alongside camp cabaret and a flamboyant atmosphere. With friendly staff and hilarious performances, regulars recommend Centre Stage as a place to relax and have fun with down to earth entertainment and old fashioned fun.

This bar is one of the oldest venues in Manchester's Gay Village, situated right by the canal. It hosts events popular with bears, leather and rubber crowds. There's bearaeoke every Sunday after cabaret, and other events catering for a wide range of fetish interests such as the furry community.

In the heart of Manchester's Canal Street, The Church (formerly Churchills) offers a range of cocktails, wines, shots, and coffee. It's open to everyone for a casual and fun experience, offering karaoke, drag performances, and cabaret. Alongside regular entertainment, there's outdoor seating along to canal where you can enjoy your drinks and meet as a group.