Some people like their weekend brunch to be a sedate and relaxing experience, but lots of others want it to be a huge party. If you like your brunch with added music, entertainment, and fun, going to a drag brunch in Manchester could be your ideal weekend activity. If you're ready for cheeky jokes, eye-popping outfits, and dazzling entertainment, check out our guide to the best drag brunch in Manchester.
Manchester's best drag brunches
Burgers and bottomless booze
LGBTQ+-owned Bar Pop is a colourful and inclusive venue in the heart of Manchester's Gay Village. The Divas Drag Brunch takes place here every Saturday, promising cabaret performances, prizes, and fun, hosted by glamorous drag star Viva la Diva. Drag waitresses will provide you with American-style burgers and your choice of bottomless drinks.
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10 Canal St, Manchester City Centre
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Bar Pop
016-123 604 46 - Read more on Thatsup
Beyoncé but drag
An award-winning venue in the Gay Village, On Bar is a comfortable space that hosts lots of lively events. That includes two regular drag brunch events - there's the Buff Bingo party with added fun and games or the Queen B brunch inspired by Beyoncé. Expect music, live performances, a choice of brunch dishes, and all the drinks you can handle.
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46 Canal St, Manchester City Centre
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On Bar
016-120 721 07 - Read more on Thatsup
Huge drag party
Lively nightclub The Bread Shed has lots of exciting events taking place, covering an eclectic spectrum from drag acts to punk bands. There's a lively drag brunch here every week with lip sync battles, dancing, competitions, and huge prizes to be won. As well as all the entertainment, you get a brunch dish of your choice and endless alcohol.
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126 Grosvenor St
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The Bread Shed
016-127 314 71 - Read more on Thatsup
Brunch and a show
A luxe and vibrant venue in the Gay Village, The Cockatoo Club is open for cocktails and also puts on an array of cabaret performances and events, including its drag brunch. A fabulous group of queens will keep you entertained with a cabaret show whilst you enjoy freshly prepared food and free-flowing drinks, all in stylish surroundings.
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20 Richmond St, Manchester City Centre
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The Cockatoo Club
016-169 744 83 - Read more on Thatsup
Drag queens and buff butlers
Impossible is a fun spot for any occasion, featuring eclectic decor, exciting entertainment, and delicious food. Among the events on here is the monthly Boy Toy Brunch. Hosted by drag stars Honey The Foxx and Rosie Zinfandel, it features food and limitless drinks served by buff butlers, a dance and acrobatics show, and performances from your drag hosts.
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36 Peter St, Manchester City Centre
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Impossible
016-166 101 03 - Read more on Thatsup
Interactive party
Area Manchester is a nightclub that hosts a varied range of events, from comedy clubs to afrobeats nights. It's in demand as an events space, too. Drag fans can visit for bottomless brunch once a month. Expect riotous parties with brunch food and free-flowing alcohol, plus performances, competitions, and some serious prizes.
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50 Sackville St, Manchester City Centre
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Area Manchester
016-144 191 61 - Read more on Thatsup
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