Night & Day Cafe

Night & Day Cafe at 26 Oldham St, Manchester M1 1JN, is a bar, food venue, live-music room, DJ space and exhibition setting. The venue brings several forms of nightlife and culture together, with a programme that includes live acts, club-style DJ sessions and regular art exhibitions in the bar. Its character is music-led, but food remains part of the experience rather than an afterthought.

The food offer centres on fresh, straightforward options served across different parts of the day. Weekend breakfasts form one part of the menu, while pizza is available during the afternoon and evening. That mix gives the cafe a flexible role, working as a daytime food stop as well as a place to eat before or during an evening event. The food project sits alongside the bar and entertainment programme, creating a setting that can shift from casual daytime dining to a busier night-time atmosphere.

Live music is a central feature, with the listings covering emerging and established performers across a range of contemporary styles. Some events are ticketed, while selected DJ nights and other programmed sessions offer free entry. The Saturday Loose Joints event focuses on artists playing from the decks, giving the venue a regular late-weekend option built around DJs, drinks and dancing rather than a live band performance.

Art also has a visible place within the venue. The bar hosts exhibitions that showcase local talent, adding a gallery element to the cafe and music-room format. The result is a suitable choice for people interested in live performance, DJs, food, drinks or local visual culture, including visitors looking for an evening with more than one kind of entertainment. Event details, entry arrangements and food service can vary by programme, so the venue’s current listings provide the clearest guide before arrival.