Maybe you could give Mariah Carey a run for her money, or perhaps your singing skills are the quickest way to clear a room. Either way, belting out all your favourites at karaoke can be lots of fun. You'll find plenty of karaoke bars in Manchester, with lots of options in the Gay Village as well as in other areas. If you're curious about the best places in the city that'll let you take to the mic, we've got some great tips. Read on for the guide to the best karaoke bars in Manchester.
The best karaoke bars in Manchester
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Where to do karaoke in Manchester
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1K2 Karaoke Luxury private booths
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2Box Sing with a live band
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3House of Fu Vibrant Japanese venue
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4Centre Stage Flamboyant and theatrical
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5The New Union Long-standing Gay Village venue
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6Boom Battle Bar Choice of fun activities
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7Lane7 Trendy neon space
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8Bunny Jackson's Lively dive bar
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9Overdraught Karaoke Bar Unpretentious local bar
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10The Blues Kitchen Music-loving bar
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11Annyeong Korean food and karaoke
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12The Millstone Down-to-earth traditional pub
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13The Goose Cheery gay bar and pub
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14The Crafty Pig Trendy contemporary pub
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15The Wheatsheaf Pub with tons of entertainment
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16Vina Karaoke Bar Late-night singing
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17Orchid Karaoke Bar Fun and friendly bar
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18Eva Entertaining bar
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Where to do karaoke in Manchester
Luxury private booths
One of Manchester's favourite karaoke venues is K2 Karaoke, a vibrant late-night venue that combines a karaoke bar and a nightclub. The decor is bold and really catches the eye. The venue boasts luxurious private karaoke booths with self-service ordering systems. Enjoy Asian street food and a diverse choice of drinks whilst you sing.
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52-56 George Street, Manchester City Centre
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K2 Karaoke
016-123 887 00 - Read more on Thatsup
Sing with a live band
At Box you don't have to make do with a backing track. Here you can do karaoke accompanied by the house band so you can live out your rock star dreams. That's not all that's going on at this buzzy bar. It's a top destination for live sport, has live music and shuffleboard, and serves drinks and food.
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125 Deansgate, Manchester City Centre
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Box Deansgate
016-180 497 20 - Read more on Thatsup
Vibrant Japanese venue
At House of Fu, it's all about ramen, cocktails, and karaoke. This buzzy Japanese restaurant and cocktail bar is decorated with neon and soft colours. There are three karaoke rooms of varying sizes. This place serves tempting Japanese dishes like gyoza and ramen, as well as Asian-inspired cocktails. This venue also offers bottomless brunch.
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113-115 Portland St, Manchester City Centre
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House of Fu
016-138 835 35 - Read more on Thatsup
Flamboyant and theatrical
Centre Stage is a theatrical bar in the Gay Village. Showtunes and nostalgic music are a passion here. Visit for drinks and take in lively entertainment such as karaoke sessions, drag performances, games, and DJ sets. The venue is comfortable and decorated with rich colours that add to the atmosphere.
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51 Bloom St, Manchester City Centre
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Long-standing Gay Village venue
New Union Hotel was one of the first openly gay venues in Manchester. Today, it's a thriving bar, club, and hotel. Whether you want a quiet, cosy drink or a raucous party, this place does it all. Settle down in the bar area or join a variety of different events here, including karaoke.
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111 Princess St, Manchester City Centre
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New Union Hotel
016-187 000 31 - Read more on Thatsup
Choice of fun activities
Boom Battle Bar offers a wide range of activities to try in a buzzy and modern environment. You can book karaoke booths, as well as options like pool, darts, shuffleboard, and axe throwing. In addition to the activities, the bar serves a full range of drinks and snacks like wings and fries.
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The Printworks, 27 Withy Grove, Manchester City Centre
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Boom Battle Bar
016-166 991 10 - Read more on Thatsup
Trendy neon space
Covered in neon and graffiti, Lane7 is a cool setting for karaoke. Private rooms are available, so you won't get stage fright. Other options here include bowling, pool, darts, arcade games, and beer pong. If you get peckish, burgers are available, plus a variety of drinks at the bar.
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Lively dive bar
Bunny Jackson's is a rock 'n' roll dive bar near Oxford Road station with a lively atmosphere. Open til late every night, this loud and busy bar serves drinks and affordable food like wings. Events are on here too, including bandaoke every Saturday, where you can sing your favourite songs backed by the house band.
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1 Jack Rosenthal St, Manchester City Centre
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Unpretentious local bar
A popular local venue in Radcliffe, Overdraught Karaoke Bar is an unpretentious bar with a warm and welcoming feel. The decor is colourful and straightforward. You can get on stage at this down-to-earth and vibrant bar and wow everyone with your vocals. The venue also serves a full range of drinks.
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28-30 Blackburn St
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Overdraught Karaoke Bar
073-055 216 26 - Read more on Thatsup
Music-loving bar
Music is a key part of the experience at The Blues Kitchen, which has soulful tunes from the house band every night. If you'd rather sing yourself, the venue has a private karaoke room for up to 25 people. As well as the music, this cool venue serves a wide range of drinks and southern barbecue food.
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13 Quay St, Manchester City Centre
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The Blues Kitchen Manchester
016-182 363 43 - Read more on Thatsup
Korean food and karaoke
Visit Annyeong for traditional Korean cuisine in the city centre. A varied choice of dishes is served alongside cocktails and Korean drinks. You can also book out the karaoke room and enjoy food and drinks whilst you sing. This restaurant looks slick and has moody lighting that enhances the atmosphere.
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5-7 Chapel Walks, Manchester City Centre
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Annyeong Korean Restaurant & Bar
016-183 224 91 - Read more on Thatsup
Down-to-earth traditional pub
The Millstone in the Northern Quarter is a traditional Manchester pub with a smart but fuss-free appearance. It's a friendly and cheerful venue with entertainment like karaoke sessions and music from DJs. A variety of drinks are on offer at this long-established pub, including cask ales and craft beers.
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67 Thomas St, Manchester City Centre/Northern Quarter
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The Millstone
016-183 902 13 - Read more on Thatsup
Cheery gay bar and pub
Everyone gets a warm welcome at The Goose, a friendly and cheerful gay bar and pub. You can try a variety of drinks here in a traditional pub setting, plus enjoy plenty of entertainment. The venue regularly hosts lively events such as karaoke sessions, quizzes, drag acts, and cabaret shows.
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29 Bloom St, Manchester City Centre
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The Goose
016-123 681 58 - Read more on Thatsup
Trendy contemporary pub
A modern and trendy pub in the Northern Quarter, The Crafty Pig serves drinks, including craft beers, serves crowd-pleasing food, and hosts many events. There's a free karaoke night every Thursday. The venue is contemporary, rustic, and stripped-back, with a bright appearance, light wood panelling, and cosy booths.
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4 Oldham St, Manchester City Centre/Northern Quarter
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The Crafty Pig
016-123 890 12 - Read more on Thatsup
Pub with tons of entertainment
A down-to-earth boozer in the Northern Quarter, The Wheatsheaf has a lively atmosphere and lots of fun going on. Regular entertainment includes karaoke, DJ sets, and live sports, plus pool, darts, and dominos. It's a fun and welcoming venue that has traditional pub decor. A broad range of drinks are on offer.
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30 Oak Street, Manchester City Centre/Northern Quarter
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The Wheatsheaf
016-183 394 45 - Read more on Thatsup
Late-night singing
One of Manchester's favourite places for late-night karaoke is Vina Karaoke Bar. This lounge-style bar is low-lit and moody, serving a variety of cocktails whilst also giving you the chance to sing your favourite songs in front of an audience. The atmosphere here is cheerful and positive, and the venue stays open til late.
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34 Charlotte St, Manchester City Centre
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Vina Karaoke Bar
016-123 798 38 - Read more on Thatsup
Fun and friendly bar
Late-night venue Orchid Karaoke Bar is low-lit and vibrant. You can perform on stage at this lively karaoke destination and choose from a varied selection of drinks. The venue has a fun and friendly atmosphere. The variety of karaoke tracks and drinks options means this bar has something for everyone.
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54 Portland St, Manchester City Centre
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Orchid Karaoke Bar
016-123 613 88 - Read more on Thatsup
Entertaining bar
Eva is an atmospheric venue set across two floors. There are indoor and outdoor spaces, and the venue has a vibrant and colourful appearance. Shots, cocktails, and premium spirits are served, and there's energetic entertainment regularly, from karaoke sessions to DJs and talented drag performers.
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27 Sackville St, Manchester City Centre
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Eva
016-127 888 82 - Read more on Thatsup
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