Name: Bar Pop
Address: 10 Canal St, Manchester M1 3EZ, UK
Telephone: 0161 236 0446
Rating: 4.0

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Classic bar food & a full drink menu, dancing, & live shows, in a buzzy space with colored lights.

Bar Pop

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A drag and dance show featuring RuPaul’s Drag Race stars Kylie Sonique Love and Kerri Colby, celebrating trans joy and glamour with high-energy drag, camp, rhinestones, and pop hits. The event includes optional dress-up themes like Barbie Girl, Pop Princess, Y2K, Pink Pony Club, Burlesque Babe, and Drag Superstar. Doors open at 6:30 pm for VIP ticket holders, general admission starts at 7:30 pm, with the show beginning at 8:00 pm. The event is organized by DFIU Events at Cruz 101, Manchester, and is for attendees aged 18 and over.

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Join the Elite Speed Dating event in Manchester, aimed at gay men aged 33-48, organized by Fastlove. The event takes place at Via, 28-30 Canal Street, Manchester M1 3EZ. Participants will have short, one-on-one conversations with other singles in their age group, providing an opportunity to meet potential partners in a stylish and cozy venue. The event is perfect for those seeking serious relationships or expanding their social circle. Tickets are available via Eventbrite, and the event promises an enjoyable evening filled with mingling, laughter, and the possibility of making meaningful connections.

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Join us at Redlight MCR in Manchester for a fun-filled evening with 100 single lesbians. The event features happy hour drinks from 7pm to 8pm with 25% off, icebreaker cue cards, group games, and dating bingo designed to facilitate easy and enjoyable interactions. Prizes can be won throughout the night. At the end, attendees have the opportunity to share their interest with someone they like most. The event continues until 1am with a playlist of queer icons to dance and flirt into the night. Located at 4-2 Little David Street, the event encourages in-person connections over dating apps.

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Heated Rivalry Club is returning to Manchester with its biggest event yet, taking over the O2 Ritz Manchester on May 16-17 from 9 PM to 2 AM. This event follows two sold-out parties and features a soundtrack inspired by the heated rivalry theme, with DJs playing music from the Heated Rivalry soundtrack, edits, and pop and queer club anthems. Attendees are encouraged to wear Holanov-inspired attire. The event is strictly 18+ with ID required. Celebrants between May 9-23 can enjoy free entry by emailing hello@throwbackevents.co.uk with the subject 'Heated Rivalry Manchester.' The event promises a night of tension, proximity, and chemistry, with no ice or rules, just rivals and desire.

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Gaydio Networking returns to Manchester to celebrate Pride Month with a special evening of connection, speakers, drinks, and celebration. The event features inspiring guest speakers, complimentary drinks and canapés, opportunities to network across industries and communities, and a platform called Gaydio Spotlight for attendees to share their projects or passions. Partnered with Junction Manchester, the event aims to bring together LGBTQ+ professionals, creatives, entrepreneurs, and allies for an uplifting night of community and inspiration.

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A live art performance exploring non-binary experience and expression, part of Divided Culture Co's 5:100 Exhibition Week at SEESAW in Manchester. The event offers a tender insight into the body and its soul, celebrating artistic diversity and non-binary identity through multidisciplinary art forms.

Torso by Maddie Maycock

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Join the Adire Nights Day Party in Manchester on Saturday, July 4th, 2026, from 3 PM to 10 PM at Gorilla Manchester. Celebrate your heritage by repping your country's flag, jersey, or culture with a dress code encouraging flags and colors. Enjoy seven hours of Afrobeat and African genre music, drag performances, African performers, an all-queer DJ lineup, African food, and vendors. The event is for ages 18 and above, with last entry at 6 PM. Located at 54-56 Whitworth St, Manchester M1 5WW, the event offers various transportation options. No refunds are available.

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A lively drag brunch event featuring performances and entertainment.

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An in-person event presented by FunnyBoyz Manchester featuring RuPaul's Drag Race UK star SumTingWong. The event includes comedy, live cabaret, unlimited popcorn, a glass of fizz (with certain tickets), and interactive games like Benidorm Bingo and Spin The Wheel. The event takes place at New York New York, Manchester, on Saturday, 25 July 2026, from 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM.

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Join us for an afternoon of easy socialising, in a sober and sensory-friendly space at Sparkle Sanctuary. Facilitated by trans, non-binary, and gender-diverse individuals, this event offers therapeutic art workshops, show & tell, colouring, crafts, board games, and conversations. A hot meal and soft drinks are provided. The event is accessible, nut-free, and welcomes all ages, with accommodations including gender-neutral toilets, a sensory space, and friendly volunteers.

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Overall, reviews for Bar Pop are highly positive, highlighting excellent entertainment, friendly staff, and a lively atmosphere. Guests particularly praise the drag brunch experience, service quality, and reasonable prices, making it a popular choice for group celebrations and nights out. The food is considered decent but not a main focus of the experience.

Manchester’s Canal Street is world-famous as the heart of its Gay Village, featuring bars, clubs, and history. Manchester Pride is one of Europe’s biggest, symbolizing the city’s legacy of activism, music, and unapologetic queer pride.

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Upcoming events

July 2026

Sparkle Sanctuary - July

DFIU Events Manchester Presents: The C*ntressas Tour

Past events (last 90 days)

May 2026

The Girl Power Tour

Elite Speed Dating - Manchester - Gay Men - age group: 33-48

WLW Singles Mixer Manchester | Lesbian Singles Dating Night

Divas Drag Brunch

Heated Rivalry Club (Manchester) The Big One!

Legends, Divas & Dreamers

Plastic Cabaret Presents, Fairytale

Plastic Cabaret Presents, Fairytale

June 2026

Gaydio Networking: Manchester - Pride Month Edition

Gaydio Networking: Manchester - Pride Month Edition with Outvertising

George House Trust Snatch Game is BACK!

Torso by Maddie Maycock

July 2026

Rep Your Flag Manchester | Adire Day Party

That’s Ace | Manchester Preview

Divas Drag Brunch

Freshly Squeezed

RuPaul's Drag Race UK: SumTingWong

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