If you're dreaming of a Christmas party that’s a little less predictable and a lot more fabulous, The Fitzgerald in Manchester's Northern Quarter is the place to be. Hidden behind a discreet doorway, this moody speakeasy-style bar transforms into a festive wonderland with vintage glamour, glowing lanterns and just the right amount of mischief. Whether you're planning an office bash, a festive get-together with friends, or a full-on end-of-year celebration, The Fitzgerald offers something a little more magical than your average Christmas venue.
Step inside and you're met with an atmosphere that feels straight out of the 1920s - think candlelit tables, velvet furnishings, jazz-age glassware and a playlist that dances from soul and funk to electro swing and disco classics. The venue can be hired exclusively, so you and your guests can take over the space for a private party with all the trimmings (and none of the tinsel overload).
When it comes to food and drink, you can expect festive favourites with a Fitzgerald twist. Menus are created in collaboration with the brilliant Quarter House team and might feature things like maple-glazed turkey sliders, spiced butternut squash arancini, and sticky BBQ pigs in blankets. Add a dessert platter of mini mince pies, chocolate brownie bites and boozy eggnog cheesecake, and you've got a seasonal spread worth getting excited about.
The bar is just as festive, with winter cocktails like spiced apple Old Fashioneds, mulled wine spritzes, or a classic Snowball served with retro flair. Add in fizz by the bottle, a great wine selection and friendly bar staff, and your drinks are in very safe hands.
Want entertainment? This is where The Fitzgerald really shines. Book one of their Decadence After Dark shows for a full-blown evening of burlesque, music and cabaret, or keep it low-key with a DJ and festive playlist of feel-good favourites. For a Christmas party that’s bursting with atmosphere, a little bit cheeky and absolutely unforgettable, The Fitzgerald delivers. It’s festive, fabulous, and unlike anywhere else in the city—your guests will still be talking about it next December.