Group Nights Out In Manchester

Grab your best mates and head to Cargo for Hashtag Parties. Their events come complete with dancing, music, drink deals, photographers and videographers to capture all the fun you'll be having on the night.

Head down to the Northern Quarter's Foundry Project for some late-night cocktails and DJ sets in the speakeasy-style basement bar. With a mix of booths, high chairs and tables and more than enough space to bust a move, the stylish haunt is a great spot for celebrations and also available for private hire. 

From prosecco or beer pong to bottomless brunches, 24/7 pizza on offer and unique cocktails to sip, Moxy Manchester is the ideal start or end to your night out. Head to this cool, contemporary space for a whole lotta fun with your group.

Specifically designed for groups, this hipster Manchester haunt has transformed the traditional pub pastime of darts into a modern and social game. Designed with stylish retro arcade decor, the venue is also available for weekend brunches, serving up prosecco, bottomless pizza and top tunes from the in-house DJ for 2 hours.

How could we not include Lola Lo? This Deansgate gem is a girls night out favourite, with regular drinks deals available and a buzzy, carefree atmosphere. Based over 3 levels, the tiki paradise features daily DJ sets, beach-themed cocktails and a secret selfie room.

With bookable booths, pool and vending machines to grab craft beer from, Salt Dog Slims is the perfect spot for a group night out in Manchester. The American dive bar is fronting chilled out vibes, crowd-pleasing hot dogs and bespoke cocktails to boot.

Book a table, gather all your mates and head on over to Deansgate bar Point Blank Shooting for your group night out. Here, speakeasy-style interiors combine with bespoke cocktails, mouthwatering bites and a simulation shooting range.

Searching for somewhere to take the whole gang? Make your way to Shrek Rave and you'll be treated to a tonne of fun nods to the smash hit. We're talking everything from the music and visuals to themed drinks and much more. Plus, the best Shrek-inspired outfit wins a prize.

Located in central Manchester, Revolucion de Cuba is a popular party spot with an informal feel and top tunes played till the early hours. It also has daily 2-4-1 cocktail happy hours, making it a go-to for stylish pre-drinks at the start of the night. 

Riva Blu is perfect for groups of all shapes and sizes, offering a lovely space to enjoy a meal with friends. Not only is the decor elegant, with teal leather chairs and round tables, but it also slings out epic Italian eats and killer cocktails.

Electric Gamebox is bringing something a little different to your nights out with the gang. Trade in drinks at your local for an evening of interactive gaming and immersive fun within your own private spaces. Pick from a range of themed adventures, mini-activities and timed trials.

Dirty Martini has been designed to be fabulously extra - think gold, silver and plenty of sparkle. Hit up the glamorous spot for some after-work drinks with the team to make the most of its daily happy hours, offering half-price martinis and drinks deals on beers and wines. 

If you like a little friendly competition and fancy a more chilled evening with your crew, Dog Bowl is right up your alley. The bowling, drinking and late-night dining venue has 5 bowling lanes and serves good old American nosh until 1am.

Open till 4am, this underground tiki bar is an enchanting lair of bright and bold furnishings, an eclectic mix of afro, reggae and hip hop beats and an extensive list of affordable cocktails. Its cocktail masterclasses are also a popular choice if you're looking for your next team outing with work.

Gather the gang together and head over to Band on the Wall, where they're bound to have a lineup of the city's best gigs waiting. This non-profit space has been on Manchester's music scene for many decades and has since undergone a refurb, including adding a swanky new bar with a second stage.

Located in a Grade II listed Wesleyan Chapel, this landmark venue, popular for its live acts and cub nights, is perhaps mostly known for its monthly Bongo's Bingo nights. Bizarre as it sounds, the bingo-rave mashup is iconic within Manchester, with impromptu raves, dance offs and silly prizes guaranteed.

Twenty Twenty Two is a guaranteed great night out with ping pong, live music and club spaces spread out over three rooms. Dance along to a mix of garage, house, hip-hop and R&B from a collection of the city's best DJs every weekend, whilst sipping on cheap drinks.