Where to Go This Bank Holiday in Manchester

Most pubs and bars in Manchester run normal hours over the bank holiday, but a handful trim Monday opening — worth a quick check on the venue page or the website before you head out, especially for Sunday-into-Monday plans.

Every venue here has either a beer garden or proper outdoor seating, but most also have a solid indoor section to retreat to. The terraces and courtyards generally do better in light drizzle than open beer gardens.

Absolutely worth it for the larger spots — beer gardens fill up by mid-afternoon on a sunny bank holiday. Most venues take bookings via their website (linked on each venue page).