One of Manchester’s most historic landmarks is preparing to welcome weddings and corporate gatherings for the first time in almost ten years. Manchester Town Hall, which has undergone extensive restoration under the ‘Our Town Hall Project’ since closing in 2018, will reopen to the public in 2027. Commercial events and wedding ceremonies are scheduled to begin in January 2028.
Weddings and corporate events at Manchester Town Hall
Event bookings are now open, granting couples and event planners early access to the Grade I-listed venue’s iconic spaces. Restored rooms available for ceremonies, private dinners, and corporate functions include:
- The Great Hall & Banqueting Hall: Grand settings defined by rich Victorian architecture.
- The Lord Mayor’s Parlour: A historic room offering direct views across Albert Square.
- The Conference Hall, Reception Room, & Treasurer’s Office: Unique spaces tailored for arrival drinks, receptions, and gatherings.
“The building has an identity that is inseparable from the city, and that gives an event here a very particular sense of place.”
Nick Harrison, General Manager of Manchester Town Hall, said: “Manchester Town Hall means so much to the city, and we can’t wait to help people make new memories in a building that already holds so many. The building has an identity that is inseparable from the city, and that gives an event here a very particular sense of place.
“For couples, there’s the opportunity to make their own history somewhere that is already part of the city’s story. For corporate clients, it offers a memorable setting with a strong Manchester connection. Our ambition is for the Town Hall to complement the city’s wider hospitality offer and give more people a reason to celebrate, meet and spend time here.”
“Our Town Hall is a real Victorian masterpiece and we’re looking forward to sharing it with the public once again”
Cllr Garry Bridges, Leader of Manchester City Council, commented: “Our Town Hall is a real Victorian masterpiece and we’re looking forward to sharing it with the public once again – lovingly repaired, restored and ready for another 150 years at the heart of Manchester.
“It’s a special building which belongs to the people and it’s great that they will be able to celebrate important landmarks in their lives, such as marriage, in its spectacular setting. The Town Hall is full of history. Here’s to many more stories being written within its walls.”
Bringing four decades of event expertise, Manchester Central has been selected by Manchester City Council to manage weddings, corporate gatherings, and the return of the beloved Sculpture Hall Café at Manchester Town Hall. Enquiries are officially open for corporate functions and wedding celebrations, with the newly restored landmark hosting events starting in January 2028.
For more information, visit mth-events.co.uk.
