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About Night & Day Cafe

Night & Day Cafe is a beloved Manchester institution located at 26 Oldham Street, M1 1JN. This intimate venue blends a cafe atmosphere with live music, hosting big-name acts in a compact, standing-friendly room with a long bar and stage. With a capacity of 250, it’s the kind of place where you can catch up-and-coming artists and established bands in a close, energetic setting. The venue occasionally features art exhibitions and film screenings alongside its concert lineup, making it more than just a gig space.

Whether you’re craving a relaxed coffee during the day or a night filled with music, Night & Day offers a straightforward, no-fuss experience. We’ve got you covered with practical details on parking, transit, and nearby stays and dining to help you plan a smooth night out in Manchester’s Northern Quarter.

Seating at Night & Day is primarily standing with a long room layout and a long bar, but there are minor edge seating options. The official public seating chart isn’t published, but you’ll find a friendly, club-like vibe that makes it easy to secure your spot close to the action. For parking, you’ll find nearby options including Piccadilly Place Car Park, Dale Street Car Park, and Northern Quarter Car Park. If you’re taking public transit, Market Street Metrolink is just about 2 minutes away, and Manchester Piccadilly and Manchester Victoria stations are within a 10–15 minute walk.

For a convenient stay, consider nearby hotels like Sachas Hotel on Tib Street and Castle Hotel on Oldham Street. We’ve highlighted affiliate partners to help you find comfortable, convenient accommodations and dining options near the venue.

  • Transportation: Market Street Metrolink (2 minutes away); Piccadilly and Victoria stations within a 10–15 minute walk
  • Parking: Piccadilly Place Car Park, Dale Street Car Park, Northern Quarter Car Park
  • Nearby hotels: Sachas Hotel (T Tib Street), Castle Hotel (Oldham Street)
  • Notable acts hosted: Elbow, Courteeners, Johnny Marr, Arctic Monkeys, Kasabian, Paolo Nutini, Manic Street Preachers, Blossoms

Night & Day Cafe remains a staple in Manchester’s live music scene, offering a reliable, relaxed environment where great music and great company come together. If you’re looking to secure your seats or plan a night out with friends, think of us as your friendly connection in the business—without any fuss.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Capacity: 250
  • Address: 26 Oldham Street, Manchester M1 1JN
  • Venue type: cafe/bar and live music venue
  • Seating: public seating chart not published; layout described as a long room with a long bar and stage; minor edge seating exists; primarily standing audience areas
  • Parking: nearby car parks include Piccadilly Place Car Park, Dale Street Car Park, and Northern Quarter Car Park
  • Transit: Market Street Metrolink is about 2 minutes away; Manchester Piccadilly and Manchester Victoria stations are within a 10–15 minute walk
  • Nearby hotels: Sachas Hotel (T Tib Street) and Castle Hotel (Oldham Street) are nearby
  • Notable events hosted: acts such as Elbow, Courteeners, Johnny Marr, Arctic Monkeys, Kasabian, Paolo Nutini, Manic Street Preachers, Blossoms; also gallery exhibitions and film screenings
  • Renamed/demolished: venue not demolished or renamed; operates as Night & Day Cafe; occasionally styled as Night And Day on official materials; has faced legal challenges over noise but remains open