Something A Little Different In Liverpool

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By Kiera Chapman • Editor Food, drink and nightlife specialist with 8+ years in journalism, including bylines at The Sunday Times and Marie Claire. Last updated on 6th October 2026

Sometimes ordering the same takeaway or heading to your local bar is just what we fancy, but if you're in the mood for something a little extraordinary, this stunning city can cater to that quirky angle too. 

From sushi-making masterclasses to brie-lliant cheese crawls and escape rooms, we have put together our top picks for something a little different in Liverpool.

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Something A Little Different In Liverpool




1. Alcotraz Liverpool: Cell Block Three-Six

@ Alcotraz Penitentiary: Liverpool on Various dates from Tuesday 3rd November 2026

Fancy having some drinks in the clink? Then head to immersive experience Alcotraz: Cell Block Three-Six. Don your orange boilersuit, and get ready to sneak contraband past the warden (all while befriending the crooked guards), which will be used to make bespoke concoctions. For more, check out Alcotraz - The Yard. 

4. Motel Bar

Unfazed by glitz and glamour, Liverpool's Motel Bar sits on Fleet Street and touts an epic roster of fun-packed events in the industrial-chic space. Whether you're looking for a few low-key bites with pals or dancing 'til the AM to live DJ sets, this Ropewalks hotspot is the place for you.

6. Liverpool Bierkeller

One of our picks for the best quirky bars in Liverpool city centre, Bierkeller is guaranteed to get you clinking steins and dancing on benches. Not only can you catch lively Oompah bands every week on its popular stage, but there are also live DJ sets for those of you who want to let loose.

11. Forbidden Nights - Male Strip Show Liverpool

@ Forbidden Nights Liverpool on Saturday 7th November 2026 and 19 other Saturdays

How do men in uniform dancing and performing under glowing, bright lights, while you sit front row, sound? If the answer is your ideal evening then you won't want to miss tickets Forbidden Nights Liverpool Ultimate Girls Night Out. Watch buff boys show off their moves from the front row for £40 a person, or nab a fantastic all-round view from the bar for £20 - either way, you'll be able to hit up the afterparty at LEVEL nightclub and bag a chance for a photo that'll make all your friends jealous.

12. Moonshine Saloon Liverpool: Western Cocktail Experience

@ Moonshine Saloon on Various dates from Tuesday 3rd November 2026

Enter a world that combines immersive theatre with a world-class cocktail experience as you enter the heart of a covert liquor operation, led by wanted man Clyde Cassidy. Rub shoulders with fellow outlaws, play card games and refrain from cracking under pressure as the Sheriff questions you. Tickets to Moonshine Saloon Liverpool: Western Cocktail Experience start from £36.50 and include four bespoke tipples, made using your own smuggled-in sports, by top-class mixologists. 

14. FunnyBoyz Liverpool

When it comes to unique events, FunnyBoyz Liverpool is always a winner. They host all kinds of quirky things to do at Blundell Supper Club in the Baltic Triangle, ranging from karaoke sessions to Spice Girls-themed discos and their popular Benidorm Bingo event - complete with comedy cabaret, twerk-offs, lip syncing battles and more. Some of their events are even visited by stars of RuPaul's Drag Race UK, and prices start from as little as £3 per person.

15. Albert's Schloss - Liverpool

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For something a little different, you can't go wrong with Albert's Schloss in Liverpool. Count on this Bavarian haunt to give you a good time thanks to its live entertainment roster most nights of the week. Look forward to checking out some live music, cabaret and more, all while tucking into the likes of fondue, currywurst and schnitzels, washed down with pier and signature sips like the bourbon and ginger bier-based Bacchus Barrel. 

17. Golf Fang Liverpool

A cool activity bar that's located in the Baltic Triangle, Golf Fang is the place to be for competitive fun with your friends or partner. Better than your average crazy golf course, this spot is filled with quirky obstacles, graffiti and a new theme at each hole.

Groove to resident DJs while you play, before sipping cocktails and munching on delicious slices of pizza. Plus, there's karaoke and an AR darts experience, Throwies, as well.

18. Alcotraz - The Yard

In the mood for something a little different in Liverpool? Alcotraz - The Yard offers an adventure in the form of a prison-themed outdoor space.

The atmosphere is unlike anything you've experienced, from sipping hidden cocktails served in repurposed containers to playing basketball in a real-life prison yard. It's not just a bar; it's a fully immersive experience that lets you step into a movie-like set where your evening is filled with fun, flair, and excitement. If you want something a little different, this is the spot.

19. The Big Liverpool Bake

@ The Big Liverpool Bake on Various dates from Wednesday 4th November 2026

Want to shake up your weekend plans? The Big Liverpool Bake delivers something truly different. Armed with pre-measured ingredients and a monthly theme, you'll dive headfirst into 90 minutes of creative, flour-dusted fun.

With 12 stations, a marquee atmosphere, and a head baker guiding the chaos, it's a night out you won't forget. And of course, only one team can leave crowned champions.

20. Soul Supper Immersive Dining Experience - LIVERPOOL 2026

@ The Isla Gladstone Conservatory on Sunday 8th November 2026 and 3 other Sundays

Dance to a different beat this March at The Soul Supper Immersive Dining Experience. At The Isla Gladstone Conservatory, you'll tuck into a fantastic feast, sip on fizz and get down to nostalgic tunes.

Expect epic live performances bringing Marvin Gaye, The Supremes and many more legends to life. Grab your ticket to dance from just £43.98.

Frequently Asked Questions

What counts as "something a little different" in Liverpool?

Liverpool's alternative scene spans immersive cocktail experiences, competitive socialising bars, escape rooms, themed entertainment venues, and cabaret nights — all a step beyond a standard pub or restaurant visit. Venues like Alcotraz: Cell Block Three-Six, Moonshine Saloon, Flight Club, and Escape Hunt are prime examples of the city's more unusual offerings.

What is the most unique bar experience in Liverpool?

Moonshine Saloon's Western Cocktail Experience on Seel Street is widely regarded as one of the most distinctive bar experiences in the city. You're dressed in cowboy gear by the local tailor, tasked with smuggling your own bottle of spirits past the Sheriff, and then watch expert mixologists craft four bespoke cocktails from your contraband — all while live actors keep you immersed in the Wild West storyline. Alcotraz: Cell Block Three-Six offers a similarly immersive prison-themed alternative on the same street.

Are there any immersive cocktail experiences in Liverpool?

Yes — Liverpool has several. Alcotraz: Cell Block Three-Six puts you in an orange boilersuit and tasks you with sneaking contraband past the warden to make bespoke cocktails. Moonshine Saloon: Western Cocktail Experience has you playing an outlaw in a Wild West-themed operation, complete with live actors and four custom drinks. Both are ticketed experiences rather than walk-in bars, so booking in advance is recommended.

Where can I do something a little different in Liverpool for a group?

Liverpool has plenty of group-friendly options beyond the usual night out. Big Fang Karaoke — a sister venue to Golf Fang — offers private karaoke rooms for four to 25 guests from £7 per person. Flight Club's Social Darts brings groups together across six multiplayer darts games in a fairground-themed bar. Pins Social Club combines boutique bowling, shuffleboard, ping pong, and cocktails on Duke Street. Albert's Schloss hosts free live entertainment most nights, making it an easy crowd-pleaser for larger groups.