Freight Island

Ian Jones, Food and Drink Editor
Freight Island

Since opening in those crazy days of summer 2020, Freight Island has successfully transformed itself into one of the North’s most exciting urban market and entertainment spaces.

And now after a winter break, it’s back with a sparkling new line-up of events and happenings. Let’s dive in.

Naturally, Freight Island welcomes back all of its amazing traders including Burgerism, Voodoo Ray’s, Payal, Mega Gyros, Lazy Tony’s Lasagnaria, Patel’s Pies, Fuku, Mia’s Arepas, Oh My Cheesecake, and Seconds Carvery. Not forgetting drinks from Freight Island Bar & Tap Room, and Bandero Cocktail Bar.

Every Saturday it’s Bombay Curry Club time, an all-you-can-eat curries from Payal for £16 per person, available from 1pm until 9pm. And every Sunday, it’s all about Seconds carvery, featuring quality roasts and unlimited trimmings, available from 12pm until 6pm.

There’ll also be a wide array of entertainment across all weekends, including DJs, curated club nights, mass karaoke, bingo, and quiz nights.

Love a bit of rugby? Prepare for the ultimate Guinness Six Nations Fanzone as Freight Island provides rugby enthusiasts with an immersive experience to watch the games on colossal screens while enjoying the lively atmosphere and delectable offerings from the food hall.

But this is merely a starter, the Freight Island team have announced a wealth of top acts throughout the spring/summer season, including the likes of David Rodigan, Greg Wilson, Crazy P (DJ set), Alexis Taylor (Hot Chip) and many more. All free to attend, simply get your tickets from the Freight site and you’re all set.

In addition to this superb roster, Freight Island also hosts regular events including the famous pop club night Cherrybomb, mass karaoke, creative workshops, and more.

Finally, exciting news for chicken fans: Liverpool institution Pattersons will launch its stall at Freight Island on Friday 29th March. The famous chicken shop is known for its mouth-watering fried chicken which are brined for over 24 hours in Pattersons’ special mix of herbs and spices and dusted in secret recipe flour.

From music to food and drink, with some awe-inspiring bookings along the way, Freight Island is a one-stop-shop for all things fun this summer.

Mayfield Depot, 11 Baring StManchesterM1 2PY View map
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Opening Hours

  • Saturday12:00pm - 12:00am
  • Sunday12:00pm - 10:00pm

Always double check opening hours with the venue before making a special visit.

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