Birthday parties

VENUE HIRE

Host a truly memorable children’s birthday party at Manchester Museum, where fun and discovery go hand in hand.

HIRE FROM £180.

Celebrate surrounded by world-class collections, with easy access to our incredible galleries, giving young guests the chance to explore, discover, and create lasting memories with friends.

Your party includes exclusive use of our Kanaris Theatre and foyer space on Saturday mornings (10am–12pm), with an hour to set up beforehand and packdown afterwards. The foyer is ideal for catering, while the theatre offers a comfortable, flexible space equipped with a projector, bean bags, and PA system, perfect for music or a favourite film.

To make the day even more special, you can enhance your party with optional goody bags and packed lunches, creating a celebration that’s as unique as your child. Please use the enquiry form below to add these to your booking.

Add-ons

If you’d like to request add-ons or have any special requests, please fill out our enquiry form or contact us on manchestermuseumevents@manchester.ac.uk.