Christmas at Kargo MKT
We’re Now Taking Christmas Party Bookings
If you’re looking for Christmas party venues in Manchester, Kargo MKT offers a festive atmosphere that feels effortless from the moment you step inside. Everything happens on one vibrant floor: a connected, open space where drinks, music, food, and celebration flow together without anyone getting lost on another level.
It’s Christmas but streamlined. Social. Easy to navigate, but for groups who want a night that feels good from start to finish.
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Book your Christmas at Kargo
Book Your Christmas Party
Groups under 10 can simply walk in, no booking, no fuss. If you’re planning something bigger, you can reserve any of our spaces or block off dedicated areas, so your group has its own space.
And if you’re thinking even bigger than that…the entire space can be hired for large Christmas parties. One food hall…all yours for the night.
Opening Times
Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner
Christmas Eve // 10am – 9pm
Food stops at 8pm, bar closes at 8:30pm
Christmas Day – Boxing Day // CLOSED
27th – 30th December // 10am – 9pm
Food stops at 8pm, bar closes at 8:30pm
New Year’s Eve // 10am – 9pm
Food stops at 8pm, bar closes at 8:30pm
New Year’s Day // CLOSED
Food stops at 8pm, bar closes at 8:30pm
2nd January Onwards // normal hours resume
Meet Our Food Partners
Nineteen Food Partners, Zero Hassle
With 19 incredible Food Partners, your group gets choice without complication. People can order what they want, when they want it. This makes Christmas parties easier to organise, especially for mixed groups with different preferences. It also means people can eat early, eat late, try something new, or share dishes all throughout the night.
Throughout December, several Food Partners will be introducing seasonal specials, giving your night a bit of festive flavour.
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A Bar that Sets the Tone
At the centre of the space sits our large bar – the heartbeat of every December at Kargo. It’s where the night begins, where people gather, and where the atmosphere naturally builds. Seasonal specials, winter warmers, and festive favourites are on rotation all month, keeping the energy bright from early evening to late night.
It’s also the perfect place to decompress after a day of panic-buying Christmas presents you definitely didn’t plan for (or need). Whether you want a Christmas cocktail, or 3 bottles of wine, we don’t judge.
WHAT’S ON?
December Events for Everyone
Throughout the month, Kargo runs a long calendar of December activities for all ages. Think free Christmas parties and free visits to Santa for the children, and a Christmas cocktail masterclass for the adults – which is scientifically proven* to reduce Christmas present-buying stress.
(*Not officially, but we’ve seen the results.)
Our events give everyone something to enjoy and gives guests a reason to come back and celebrate the season all over again.
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Why Choose Kargo for Your Christmas Party?
Choosing the right Christmas party venue in Manchester often comes down to how well a space handles all party groups. Not just how it looks, but how it works. Kargo is designed around movement and simplicity.
One Floor, Multiple Ways to Use It
Because everything sits on a single level, your group stays together…not splitting across rooms or losing anybody. But within that single floor, the space is divided into distinct zones that give your celebration shape.
Our long tables work well for team dinners and bigger groups. They create a communal feel for group dining, team nights out, and those big December gatherings where everyone wants to sit together and actually talk.
Cosy seating areas offer quieter corners for small gatherings and is positioned away from the busier parts of the food hall, so conversations don’t have to compete with the music.
The dance floor sits at the centre of the energy. It’s a clear focal point once the music picks up and the night shifts into celebration mode. We want to see your best dance moves… especially the ones a few wines down.
The layout gives your group freedom to move without ever feeling scattered.
It’s simple. Flexible and easy to shape around the kind of night you want.
Winter Nights on the Terrace
Step outside and you’ll find our huge terrace under the lights, overlooking the Quayside. It’s relaxed, open, and ideal for fresh air breaks or drinks under the lights.
Head down the outdoor steps, and you’ll reach our outdoor kitchen containers. These spots have plenty of character and add variety to your dinner options, giving your group something different to explore.
If you’re ready to plan your December night, email us at
With your group size, timings, and any details you already know. We’ll help you shape the evening and make sure everything is ready when you arrive.
Christmas comes with enough stress. Your venue shouldn’t be part of it. At Kargo, you get one floor, one atmosphere, one team, and everything you need under one roof.
You bring the people.
We’ll bring the night.