For over 40 years, Kimpton has never wavered in our support for the LGBTQ+ community – and we never will. We believe love is love, and that love always wins. We believe in equality for all. And most of all, we believe all love should be celebrated!
Join us for a summer of Pride, with music, cocktails, art and more at Kimpton Clocktower and The Refuge.
Our iconic Come As You Are weekender
It’s the party of the year – our Come As You Are Weekender happens every August Bank Holiday. Marking Manchester Pride, the celebration of music, love and inclusivity includes takeovers from Flash Ibiza, Supernature Disco and so much more.
Synonymous with the special and unique togetherness only Manchester can magic from its people, it’s not to be missed!
Partygoers staying at the hotel can enjoy our Stay With Pride offer. This package is available for the month of August and includes a our Pride tote bag with water bottle, you can also enjoy two complimentary cocktails, breakfast on us and £30 to spend on food and drink in The iconic Refuge restaurant and bar.
To reserve a table at The Refuge, click here.
‘Friends of Dorothy’ Exhibition
Under the guidance of Rob Devlin, Friends of Dorothy is an innovative art project focused on inclusivity and artistic expression, dedicated to amplifying the voices of queer artists and fostering connections within the LGBTQ+ community. From its humble beginnings as a lockdown-inspired project in 2021, Friends of Dorothy has evolved into a dynamic force, showcasing the vibrant tapestry of queer artistry within the vibrant cities of Manchester and Los Angeles.
A proud partner of the queer community and supporter of Northern talent, The Refuge hosts an art collection by 16 of Friends of Dorothy’s Manchester-based artists, a diverse mix of established and new and emerging talent. The exhibition shows a diverse range of artworks created by multi-platform artists all linked by queer art and talent.
Named in loving memory of Rob’s late mother, Dorothy Devlin, and playfully nodding to the bonds of the LGBTQ+ community, Friends of Dorothy stands as a testament to resilience, creativity and unity.
Art Exhibition: Kimpton Clocktower, from June – September. Free to attend.
To reserve a table at The Refuge, click here.
Refuge presents… Summer Sessions
Every Saturday from 10th August to 7th September, the Refuge Terrace will be home to a free party with some of the finest DJs in the city.
Love, soul, house and disco is the theme from 2pm – 9pm and our friends at Peroni Capri will also be providing some free drinks each week too. With sets from Muddy Feet, Me Gusta Collective, David Dunne and more we will be giving you all the excuses to dance your way through summer.