Quirky Date Ideas In Birmingham

Try some of the best drinks in the city with a bargain price, thanks to the Birmingham Cocktail Weekend. It's taking place in both July and October, promising £6 signature cocktails at more than 40 different venues across the city.

Wristbands start from just £10 per person, valid throughout the four days, and it also gets you access to £5 mocktails, exclusive food discounts and a cracking hotel deal.

For fun things to do in Birmingham for couples, The Big Bake puts your relationship to the ultimate test as you take on a tent load of bakers. Tickets include your very own kitchen station, as well as all of the equipment and ingredients needed to create a mouthwatering treat.

Sixes isn't your average bar, oh no. It offers a fun, immersive cricket experience, where you and your date can get to know each other while hitting a few balls, either in the batting nets or with the VR headsets. Plus, you can keep the night going with unusual cocktails and a bite to eat.

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The Old Crown is known for being a cosy Digbeth boozer, but it also has some of the best events, from live tribute acts to themed quiz nights. Plus, it also dishes out traditional roasts, burgers and refreshing craft beer.

For a night out with your boo, Flight Club is the perfect spot for a few competitive games of social darts, alongside delish tipples. To make it a boozy one, opt for its bottomless brunch deal for yummy wood-fired pizzas and free-flowing fizz.

Stuck for fun date night ideas in Birmingham? Get on down to O'Neill's Solihull for a unique spin on darts. While you get to know the fabulous menu of food and drinks, perfect your aim using the electronic boards and bring a little competitive edge to your evening.

F1® Arcade Birmingham is the perfect quirky date activity whether you're into your racing cars or not. There's something for everyone at the state-of-the-art space boasts cutting-edge technology, world-class menus and a fantastic atmosphere. With skill levels ranging from rookie to elite, you can race together or against each other in a full-motion simulator that has a level of audiovisuals that makes you feel like you're in F1 yourself. And afterwards? Chomp on fried halloumi and crispy coconut tiger prawns, then wash them down with a vodka-based Formation Lap.

Bored of all your usual date night plans? Then head to Clays on New Street, where you and your other half can get competitive over their interactive clay target shooting experience. The lively, modern space is home to multiple simulation screens that you can battle it out on, complete with real-time scoring and immersive visuals.

You can book your spot for as little as £4 per person, and there are lots of delicious cocktails to enjoy while you're here. Plus, they serve tasty sharing plates like crispy chicken sliders, nduja pizzette and truffle parmesan chips.

Switch up your usual date ideas by heading to the Birmingham edition of the world's biggest chicken wing festival. Here, you'll be able to nab £1.50 wings and vote for your favourites across a number of categories, as top traders battle it out to be crowned the very best.

That's not all though, since you can try to beat your partner and others at wing-eating contests and hot wing challenges. Plus, live music, DJs, BBQ cooking demos and more also feature for entertainment.

Bored of the same ol' restaurant outings and bar trips with your beau? Treetop Adventure Golf Birmingham provides a quirky experience that's ideal for date night. Think 18-hole courses, tasty bevvies from Thirsty Toucan and mouthwatering pizza slices to boot.

Venture to Boom Battle Bar with your beau for a top-notch date. Whether you're in the mood to relieve some stress over axe throwing or trying out its 'crazier' golf, this Broad Street venue is worth visiting, especially considering there's tasty food, fun cocktails and DJ sets.

Head over to Tonight Josephine, where this unique cocktail bar is fronting some of the coolest drinks and fun atmosphere. Delve into their menu of sublime sips, or get snap-happy among the pink neon lights, as it makes for a top date idea.

Want a quirky thing to do with your other half? CityDays is bringing you escape room-style games on your phone across a scavenger outing. Expect pub stops, puzzles and to solve some of the city's secrets while exploring major landmarks.

Fancy exploring more of the city with your other half? Then set off on this Murder Mystery Experience, which takes you all over Birmingham with the mission of solving a high-profile murder case, all guided through their easy-to-use app.

You can do this any time of day, cracking codes and interrogating virtual suspects on your journey - with tickets starting from just £19.99 for the pair of you.

A unique date night is topped off by Vagabond's cheese and wine sessions pairing the two across guided tastings. Enjoy nibbling and sipping on various samples while soaking up the romantic vibes the wine bar brings along.

Old Joint Stock Pub and Theatre can be found in the heart of the city centre. The old library and bank has been transformed into a gorgeous Victorian pub that retains a delightful period charm and features a well-stocked bar, perfect for date night. You'll also find a top-notch theatre here that's home to an array of plays and productions that'll have you giggling all night. To make your next date night an entertaining one, snap up tickets now at an affordable price then sink a cool pint afterwards. 

Unleash your (friendly) competitive side at 180 Club at the Rectory where social darts are in full swing. Located under the buzzy Rectory Bar & Restaurant, this warmly-lit spot comes with cutting-edge electronic darts boards and six lanes providing space for up to twelve players. Head to the subterranean haunt any night of the week, sip on cocktails and enjoy a selection of picky bits too, like fires with truffle mayonnaise, or load up with a Dirty Jack burger. 

If you're a couple that's obsessed with gin, you have to pay a visit to The Distillery. Offering you the chance to get hands-on with their dedicated gin tasting sessions, where expert guides will teach you all about the history and distillation process while you sample three handcrafted tipples. What's more, they offer tasty wood-fired pizzas here too.

One of the hottest Digbeth dens is throwing you more than just a few quirky cocktails. Head over to NQ64 for the chance to play classic gaming and retro consoles, with a slick environment of neon lights and graffiti-covered walls.

Figure out which of you is best at creating California rolls, inari parcels, sashimi and more at this fun class. Yakinori Sushi School gives you the chance to eat your dishes or take them home, all with welcome drinks, starters and after-class sake on the cards too.

If you and your partner are after an affordable date idea that'll get you exploring the city at the same time, then check out the Scavenger Hunt Bank Heist by I'm Puzzled. This interactive experience will have you planning the perfect heist, with a little help from your virtual crew.

All you need to get started is their cutting-edge app, and access costs as little as £19.99. Work together to crack security systems and scout key locations, all done at your own pace.

If you're looking to test your date's ability to save the world from aliens or take out zombies (these aren't red flags at all), then head to Sandbox VR in Birmingham. Use advanced free-roam virtual reality to take on Squid Game and after enjoy some delicious cocktails served by a robot bartender.

Get your fix of serotonin with Puppy Love Events, as their Dachshund play and cuddle sessions at Boston Tea party are one of the cutest events around. There'll be a number of adorable pups to play with, including the famous Dachshund Patrick, who has won multiple awards at Crufts. You'll get a free drink as part of your £24 ticket, as well as an hour of fun with the pooches.

They're one of the hottest restaurants in the city, and they're coming at you with a unique roster of Thai plates and cocktails. Mosey over to Siamais for bubbling concoctions and fusion dishes, which are sure to leave you chatting the whole night through.

A board game bar with a relaxed vibe, this fun and friendly spot in Digbeth is home to over 500 different tabletop games for you and the other half to explore. Topping it off? Chance & Counters also fronts a menu of delicious cocktails, craft beer and plenty of tasty comfort eats.

Quirky cocktails and fun activities collide at this fun, tropical-inspired hangout next door to Ghetto Golf. You and your date can enjoy a taste of sunnier climes, while sipping on some superb drinks and tucking into some of the delicious burgers loaded fries and wings on offer.

Promising a few belly laughs to break the ice, Glee Comedy Club is great for Birmingham date ideas. Crack on with this Arcadian and Gay Village spot for a great lineup of comedians and a fully stocked bar to keep the night going.

For cheap dates in Birmingham, Roxy Lanes is awash with fun activities to challenge your other half to. From pool and shuffleboard to bowling and beer pong, it's the ultimate night out for big kid couples, and the venue has some delicious American-inspired eats to keep you fuelled up.

If you're sick of average boozers, why not try one where games are at the forefront? One of the only arcade bars in the city, take your date down to Tilt for a night of craft beer and a few competitive rounds at their machines.

Treat your other half to an evening of live jazz, cabaret and West End-inspired performances at Downstairs at The Grand, a speakeasy-style venue found within Isaac's. This intimate space hosts events from Thursday to Saturday each week, and there's always something new to see.

Expect to see some excellent musicians, while sipping on a range of £12 cocktails. Hungry? They also serve tasty sourdough pizzas, loaded nachos, hot dogs and more until late.