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Cruz 101

GayOut (54) 3.6
Google (222) 3.3
Tripadvisor (57) 2.5
What reviewers say

Some visitors praise the venue for its lively atmosphere, good DJs, and excellent drag performances, with one reviewer calling it the best in the village. However, many common complaints highlight issues with overpriced drinks and entry fees, rude and aggressive bouncers who have been accused of racism and misogyny, and long queues for toilets.

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Address
101 Princess Street, Manchester M1 6DD
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Website
cruz101.co.uk
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Price Range
$$
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About this place Cruz 101

Cruz 101 is the largest gay club in Manchester and one of the largest in the north of England — a three-floor venue on Princess Street at the edge of the Gay Village with a capacity of approximately 2,000 and a programming calendar covering every night of the week. The club has been a fixture of the Canal Street scene for over 30 years and has survived the multiple waves of consolidation that have reduced Manchester's gay nightlife infrastructure from its early 2000s peak. Three floors: the main floor runs pop and commercial dance; the second floor hosts alternative and themed nights; the basement Dungeon is more club-oriented. Big events on Friday and Saturday, with regular themed nights across the week covering everything from pop nights to fetish events. Cruz is the default end-of-night option on Canal Street — wherever the evening started, many nights end here after the pubs close. Student-friendly pricing on selected nights.

Opening Hours

Monday Closed
Tuesday Closed
Wednesday Closed
Thursday 22:00-04:00
Friday 22:00-06:00
Saturday 22:00-06:00
Sunday 22:00-04:00

Features

Gay Happy Hour Drag shows Dress Code Events Dancing Area Party Club After hours (after 4am)

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222 reviews

Based on 222 Google reviews.

Ranjit Modhawadia
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Hannah Walters
Hannah Walters May 2026

Door staff are amazing especially B and Emily

Tom Bogan
Tom Bogan May 2026

The door staff is were kind, respectful and helpful (and even when driunk. Emily espcially really helped me when I was struggling trying to get a taxi (helping me get a taxi on Uber) and leading me into a taxi. I couldn’t ask for better door poeple!

Oliver Hargreaves
Oliver Hargreaves May 2026

good night only bar open till later on in evening.

Hannah Walters
Hannah Walters May 2026

Door staff are amazing especially B and Emily

Tom Bogan
Tom Bogan May 2026

The door staff is were kind, respectful and helpful (and even when driunk. Emily espcially really helped me when I was struggling trying to get a taxi (helping me get a taxi on Uber) and leading me into a taxi. I couldn’t ask for better door poeple!

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Last updated on 3 August 2026

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