Known as the North-Western go-to for bangin' nightlife and notorious clubs, this is where it's at when you want twilight revelry and to storm the dancefloor until the sun comes up. Expect great cocktails, underground basements, themed interiors, neon signs and everything else that makes for a great after-hours watering hole. Check out our guide to the late night bars in Manchester right here.
Open until 3am on weekends, Revolucion De Cuba is a South American muddle of late night liquid dabbles, diamante bustiers and feathered headdresses. Known for its Latin-themed interiors and sassy atmosphere, this bar has attitude in its bones.
On the hunt for a late-night spot in the city? Here's where The Alchemist in Spinningfields, New York Street and Media City comes in. Head inside these swanky venues after 10pm for its 'After Dark' option, which allows you to pre-order drinks for that easygoing evening.
If you're looking to see it through until sunrise, Queen Street Members Club is the place to be. This exclusive, speakeasy-style basement bar doesn't get started until 11pm - but there's still plenty of time to party.
With handcrafted cocktails and big-name DJs, from Loco Dice to Mason Collective spinning house, hip hop and R&B, you can throw shapes on the dancefloor until 6am.
A casino, restaurant and cocktail bar all-in-one, this is an incredible venue for a night out that turns often into fun-fuelled revelry. Treat yourself to a slap-up dinner at the James Martin Restaurant, before staying 'til 6am throughout Manchester 235 to place your bets and slurp expertly crafted cocktails.
Open 'til 3am every day, The Liquor Store brings a slice of L.A to the heart of Manchester. With music-inspired cocktails, as well as a soundtrack that celebrates the brilliance of indie bands past and present, this cool drinking den will keep you partying all night long.
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Found in the ever-bustling Deansgate area, Be At One is a classic chain for all occasions. Open until 3am on Friday and Saturday night, this lively cocktail joint will have you getting your lips around handcrafted cocktails and dancing the hours away.
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If you're on the hunt for late night drinks in Manchester, then Salt Dog Slims has to be right up there. This American dive bar has lively music playing and bespoke cocktails on the menu. Better yet, you can use the beer vending machine to skip the queues and make it back to your mates quicker.
Open until 1am on the weekends, Side Street Studios in Spinningfields is the place to be for late-night cocktails and live music. This cosy lounge bar flaunts tiled floors, shelves filled with plants and plush velvet sofas to sink into, while sipping an espresso martini or one of their signature serves. Feeling peckish? Then check out their tasty menu that includes everything from bavette steak to rotisserie celeriac and macaroni cheese.
Dirty Martini is a real gem in Manchester's late night scene. With over 14 different martinis to choose from, alongside fun music playing throughout the venue, these famous cocktail maestros offer the perfect place for a wild night out on the town.
Not just a place to get your live sport fix, Walkabout Manchester Printworks is a fun bar that fuels the party until late, so that you can celebrate (or commiserate) every result. Think 2 or 3am closures, alongside plenty of tunes to keep things lively.
Mixing up your evenings antics with a bit of bowling, Wynwood Lanes is a late night venue for New York diner-style foods and strikes. Open until 2am, this place has you shining up those shoes and perfecting your swing throughout midnight revelling on the lanes.
For a night out that goes the distance, Tank & Paddle Printworks is the place to be. This brand-new hotspot is open until 2am on Fridays and 3am on Saturdays, making it the perfect late-night destination for sports fans, cocktail lovers, and partygoers alike.
With HD TVs, a 3D screen, Sky Sports, and TNT Sports, you won't miss a second of the action, while live music and entertainment keep the energy high. Grab a 2-for-1 cocktail, soak up the buzzing atmosphere, and settle in for a night to remember.
Purveyors of craft beer, BrewDog, keep their doors open until 2am on Fridays and Saturdays, with a 1am closing time on other days of the week. Making sure you can get your late-night fix of pints, this place is worth a visit regardless of the hour.
Thanks its unique Victorian fixtures that come blended with stylish urban bare brickwork and industrial features, Arcane is one undeniably cool late night bar in Manchester city centre. Head here for signature cocktails until 4am every weekend.
Grosvenor Casino is a great pick of late-night drinking dens in Salford or Didsbury, especially if you fancy getting stuck into some entertainment or cheap drinks while you're at it. Think roulette, card games and more.
If you're looking for Manchester city centre late-night bars, you'll want to check out Impossible. Open until 4am on the weekends, this will see you partying into the early hours while enjoying theatrical entertainment and sipping gin-laced quaffs.
Searching for some after-hours mischief? Look no further than adult playground Whiskey Down, which is located in the heart of Spinningfields. With live 'risque cabaret' entertainment, as well as private themed rooms and lingerie strip pool, this place is a wonderland of late-night antics.
Known for, you guessed it, all the drams, The Whiskey Jar is your go-to spot for late-night drinking of the heady spirit. 2am is the closing time here come Friday and Saturday, so that you can enjoy a relaxing evening out with mates.
Open from 3pm until 3am at the weekend, Dusk 'til Pawn is one quirky late night bar in Manchester's Northern Quarter. Pay a visit to this secret speakeasy, which is tucked away behind the guise of an American-style pawn shop, for the chance to try their signature cocktails.
With two Manchester venues closing their doors at 4am all week long, Crazy Pedro's is the place for mezcal-based drinks, frozen margs and quirky pizza until late. Ideal for winding down after a night out or as your destination for the whole thing, this bar is sure to satisfy.
A tiki-themed basement near Deansgate, The Liars Club is a rum haven where the bar stocks over 100 bottles. Open until 4am every night, this is a tropical wonderland of Hawaiian shirts, flaming cocktails and exotic excess.
One of the best late night bars bars in Manchester, MOJO is a music-driven venue that welcomes you in until 3am. The ideal plot for anyone who fancies an after-hours drink with a killer soundtrack, this place is always a go-to.
Secret bar The Washhouse sees you sneak behind the washing machines and through the door, all in a bid to get to the dimly-lit, leather-clad space upstairs. Topping it off? Japanese-inspired cocktails and a house playlist go hand-in-hand until 3am from Thursday to Saturday here.
