What makes it 62% Baby-Friendly: Music Makers sessions, changing rooms, buggy parking and lifts serve infants, yet babies cannot enter standard concerts, so choices are few and must be pre-booked.
Why 2-3 hours visit duration is ideal for with baby: Includes a Music Makers session, time to explore art and baby facilities, and breaks for feeding.
Music Makers baby session:
Join a £5 session with live music, sensory play, stories and movement.
Tip: Book online in advance and arrive early to secure pram parking.
Treasure Trail & Orchestra Guide:
Use free print-or-online guides to find secret spots and learn about instruments.
Tip: Download the PDF before you visit and bring a clip board or folder for the trail sheets.
Public art in foyer and Barbirolli Square:
Spot Kan Yasuda’s Ishiki – Touchstone and Deryck Healey’s Visual Poem ribbon.
Tip: These areas have benches—perfect for quick rests or feeding breaks.
Live at Lunchtime foyer concerts:
Catch free 12:45 pm weekday performances of jazz, folk and classical (May–Sept).
Tip: Check the concert calendar and choose shorter sets if your baby needs quiet time.

Carol Flynn
A great theatre. A lovely entrance hall and bar area. Great seats with good views of the stage. Taxi rank right outside and close to a couple of hotels in walking distance. Great experience when seeing Jeanette and Aljaz 🙌
Mark Tighe
Went to watch Post Modern Jukebox with my old man. We were sat at the back (only seats available, it was a popular show). We could see the lighting and sound engineers desks, so it felt like we were backstage. It was ace! The seats were excellent I'm tall 6'4, yet had plenty of room in front and to the sides. The sound was fantastic, I guess this is more about the engineers than the venue? We had ...
Fiona Wild
First time attending a concert at Bridgewater Hall and absolutely loved it. It's a great venue with great sound quality, and comfy seats with plenty of room. Drinks are a bit pricey but that's expected in any venue in a city. We say in the centre gallery and had an amazing view. Highly recommended.
mark smith
Great venue in the centre of Manchester.. New and modern facility with great access.... I went to see a concert here and really enjoyed the experience and the venue.. The staff were friendly and helpful.. A range of bars and cafes inside and ample toilet facilities.. Access for disabled to all levels by lift and stairs... Even though we were on the second level and my wife has mobility issues we d...
Andrew Woodward
I travelled from Birmingham to hear the BBC Philharmonic Orchestra play a concert here. The venue is well staffed and there is a welcoming feeling to the place. Very good refreshment facilities on each level. My seat was Left Circle Row M; an excellent view of the stage. The acoustics are second to none. There are numerous restaurants and eateries close by. Cloakroom facilities are available.
Live at Lunchtime concerts run May–September at 12:45 pm. Music Makers sessions run monthly year-round—book early in colder months when spaces fill fast.
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| Item | Cost (Approx.) |
|---|---|
| Music Makers baby session ticket | GBP 5 |
| Downloadable Treasure Trail & Orchestra Guide | GBP 0 |
| Total Estimated | GBP 5 |
Note: All prices are indicative and may vary. Please check directly with the venue for the most accurate and up-to-date information.
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