Quirky Date Ideas In Liverpool

Whether it's your first date or your 50th, be sure to inject your romantic evenings with a little fun. Luckily, this cultural hotspot has a plethora of activities, from jaw-dropping rooftop haunts touting crackin' views to paint and sip nights that are bound to impress the other half. Need some inspo? Check out our guide to quirky date ideas in Liverpool.

Last edited by Lauren Cole

Last updated on 1st November 2024




Paintvine

For a wholesome date night, head to the Arts Bar on Hope Street or Revolution on the Albert Dock, where Paintvine are hosting all kinds of brilliant arty events. Their sculpt and sip sessions will teach you how to use air-dry clay and sculpt your very own masterpiece, and they also offer Bob Ross-inspired painting tutorials. All the materials you need will be provided as part of your £29 ticket, with a well-stocked bar to keep your creative juices flowing.

Tailors Liverpool

Tailors Liverpool most certainly provides a date night with a twist, especially seeing as you need a secret password to enter the disguised traditional haberdashery that reveals itself as a very cool cocktail bar. Here, you'll find plush furnishings and low-lighting, as expert mixologists whip up famous dry ice-infused tipples alongside bold twists on classics. Try new favourites together, like the toffee apple rum-based Social Hand Grenade or a Peaky Blinders Old Fashioned.

TRIBE - Lively Dining

@ Mamasan on Every Saturday

Hosted by Mamasan in the city centre, TRIBE is a lively dinner event where DJs, tribal dancers and bongo players will keep you entertained. For just £39.95 per person, you and your date can enjoy two tropical cocktails alongside a starter and two small plates, or one large one, with dishes ranging from bang bang cauliflower to hoisin duck doughnuts and king prawn pad Thai.

Paint & Party UK

Fancy getting a little creative with your partner? Paint & Party UK are hosting all sorts of events across Liverpool, where expert artists will guide you through the painting or sculpting process while you sip your favourite drinks. Whether you're decorating wine glasses to take home together or trying your hand at some pop art, all the materials you need will be provided.

Alcotraz Liverpool: Cell Block Three-Six

@ Alcotraz Penitentiary: Liverpool on Various dates from Tuesday 10th December 2024

While your idea of a successful date might not be getting locked up for the night, just hear us out. Over at Alcotraz in the city centre, you and your beau will dress up in a jumpsuit, sneak bottles of alcohol in and then? Sip all kinds of bespoke cocktails, of course.

Moonshine Saloon Liverpool: Western Cocktail Experience

@ Moonshine Saloon on Various dates from Tuesday 10th December 2024

Spice date night up a bit by going undercover in a covert liquor operation with tickets starting from £36.50 each to Moonshine Saloon Liverpool: Western Cocktail Experience. Stay tight-lipped as the Sheriff questions you about your leader, wanted man Clyde Cassidy, deal cards and roll the dice with fellow outlaws as part of a theatrical experience that'll have you shaking in your cowboy boots. What's more, smuggle in liquor and watch as it's whipped up by world-class mixologists into four bespoke tipples for you to enjoy throughout your adventure..

Flight Club Liverpool

Reinventing the traditional pub game, Flight Club is a fairground-themed venue that boasts several different electronic dartboards - which add up your score for you and feature a number of unique mini games. This colourful space spreads across two floors, with an outdoor terrace to boot, and there's all kinds of creative cocktails for you to sip on as well. You can also tuck into small plates, juicy meat or plant-based burgers and pizza paddles topped with everything from plant-based nduja to basil pesto.

FunnyBoyz Liverpool

Hosted at Blundell Supper Club in the Baltic Triangle, FunnyBoyz Liverpool is bringing you a series of brilliant events throughout the year. Their signature Benidorm Bingo is always a winner for unusual dates, complete with quirky games, twerk-offs, lip syncing and a free glass of fizz on arrival, with the occasional appearance from RuPaul's Drag Race queens. They also offer themed parties, karaoke nights and all kinds of other comedy cabaret, with tickets starting from as little as £3 per person.

Bingo Lingo Liverpool

@ Camp And Furnace on Various dates from Saturday 14th December 2024

Get ready for a wild and wacky date night courtesy of Bingo Lingo Liverpool at Camp And Furnace. You're in for a real treat with quirky hosts, hilarious on-stage performances, epic dance battles, lip-sync showdowns, fantastic prizes, non-stop retro tunes, and enough confetti to make your night extra colourful. Snag your tickets for just £12 for the ultimate bingo experience.

Albert's Schloss - Liverpool

For a unique date, head to this Alpine-decorated den in Liverpool, where you'll find plenty of steins and Bavarian fare. Albert's Schloss is named after Queen Victoria's husband and inspired by his heritage, and fronts live entertainment most nights of the week in its large bier hall-style dining room. Look forward to eating currywurst, or sharing a gooey fondue, then trying out some of the seasonal cocktails, like the spiced rum-based Apple Strudel. 

NQ64 Liverpool

In need of a quirky date destination that's bound to impress? There'll be no awkward silences at NQ64 Liverpool, that's for sure as you'll be too busy hitting up the retro arcade games on offer in the neon-lit space. Battle it out with Space Invaders, Guitar Hero and much more - you can even check out some old-school PlayStation consoles while sipping on themed cocktails like the Mad Max Zombie. Kind of cool huh.

The Dead Crafty Beer Company

Fancy quaffing a few low-key drinks? The Dead Crafty Beer Company has got you covered. This unique pub is adorned with indie artwork, and rustic brick walls, alongside whipping up some of the tastiest brews. Want to try a bit of everything? Take your pick from 20 craft beers on tap.

The Oracle

Inspired by Victorian gambling dens with 18th-century decor, vintage furnishings and a cosy fireplace, The Oracle is a great place for late-night sips. Located on Duke Street, this awesome venue will have revellers enjoying bespoke concoctions, all while watching a little sleight-of-hand.

Roxy Ball Room

If you fancy challenging your date to some fun, competitive activities, Roxy Ball room is the place to be. With venues on Hanover Street, School Lane and Cavern Corner, this place boasts four pool tables, shuffleboard, arcades games and five ping pong tables, with the option to play beer pong as well. You can also get stuck into tasty pizzas for £14 or less, as well as hotdogs, chicken wings and more - paired with signature cocktails like the Living On A Pear.

Hot Water Comedy Club - Seel street

The first ever purpose-built comedy club in the city, Hot Water Comedy Club is a Seel Street favourite that's perfect for date night. They host performances every single night of the week, including comedy roasts, new act nights and shows by well-known comedians such as Paul Sinha, Helen Bauer or Chris Kent. And the best part? Some of these are totally free to enter.

Motel Bar

Prim and proper watering holes are good occasionally, but everyone, deep down, loves a dive bar. Cue Motel Bar, where neon signs, cheap drinks and live entertainment come together for those of you looking for quirky things to do for couples in Liverpool. Need we say more?