The best karaoke bars in Manchester

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.

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.

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.

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.

Based in a former cinema, The Footage is a spacious, colourful pub with high ceilings and vibrant decor. The pub offers a wide range of drinks and tasty street food, plus bottomless brunch. There's regular entertainment, too, including weekly karaoke nights, quizzes, live sports, and a jukebox.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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. 

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.