Birthdays only roll around once a year, so you've got to make them special. If you're hoping to really make an impact with a visit to a quirky bar, cool restaurant or epic club night, then look no further as we've rounded up all the best birthday events and places to go on your big day. Let us be your guide as you explore fun birthday ideas in Leicester and get stuck in.
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Last updated on 8th September 2025
A vintage gem with plenty of soul, 33 Cank Street is brimming with classy cocktails and Art-Deco furnishings. Expect a dash of old school glamour to your festivities with their master mixologists cracking out classic mixes and signature creative concoctions.
When it comes to birthday celebrations, Caddyshackers knows a thing or two about having a good ol' time. Head inside this games hub, where you'll find VR experiences, crazy golf packages and tasty bevvies from the bar, making it an epic (and quirky) spot for special occasions.
Located in the city centre, Escape Leicester is a quirky escape room that offers immersive, story-driven experiences. They've got 14 different rooms to choose from, as well as a private space for parties that can fit larger groups.
In teams of two to seven people, you'll work together to break free in these 60-minute sessions. There's a different theme for each, from submarines to haunted cabins and aliens.
In need of fun birthday plans? Yup. Then you're going to want to check out ROAMDOME VR on New Star Road. Expect to get fully immersed in its cool technology which will have you taking part in episodic experiences, from the likes of The Walking Dead to Indiana Jones.
Celebrate from the First Sip – Prosecco welcome reception, only £5 per person
Celebrating a big birthday and looking for something quirky? Treetop Adventure Golf Leicester has exactly what you need. Book crackin' VIP packages, which will have you playing the 18-hole mini courses and digging into mouthwatering slices for Pizza Cabana.
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On the hunt for birthday ideas in Leicester? Check out YO!'s Sushi School and you'll get to learn some facts about fish cutting all while giving it a go yourself. Be prepared to make cucumber maki, salmon nigiri and much more while nibbling on gyozas and edamame.
For bottomless pizza brunches to scrumptious burgers and cool karaoke nights, O'Neill's is your one-stop shop for your birthday celebrations. Ideal for group nights out, this casual boozer is the perfect plot on your big day, offering 90 minutes of digital darts at its very own Arrowsmith's.
The biggest event of the year, UKG Bingo Special, is happening right here in the heart of Leicester at the trendy Fat Cat on Belvoir Street. Brace yourself for a night full of funky basslines, outrageous UK Garage music, and a whole lot of bingo fun and prizes.
Step back in time to an era of dazzling flappers, charismatic gangsters and Prohibition drinking dens with a visit to Manhattan34. Your birthday celebrations will be embellished with luscious libations, vintage American vibes and perhaps even a dash of live music.
Love your alternative music? Then a visit to MOSH on your birthday is a absolute must. Prepare yourselves fully with air guitars, a packet a throat sweets for the morning and and a fresh pair of dancing shoes because you're not gonna want to leave.
A thriving club in Leicester, Club Republic is a recognised institution in the city for its lively atmosphere and banging beats. Make your birthday a full-blown extravaganza by swinging by on a Friday night when the space really comes to life.
