Fun Things To Do Outdoors In Manchester

Settling down for some alfresco drinking and dining? That has to be one of the best activities in Manchester for adults. From waterside retreats to rooftop spots and gorgeous beer gardens, these are the places to be.

It's not an activity as such, but finding somewhere to perch with a drink outside can be just what the doctor ordered. And if only the sunniest, sky-high spots will do? Our guide to rooftop bars is keeping you in terraces, gardens and tipis. 

To spend your bank holiday Sundays outdoors, hit up GRUB's Garden Groove. Here, you can catch some rays in their pretty outdoor space, all while enjoying street food, DJs, live acoustic music, craft beer, cocktails and more.

Join Cocktails Ahoy for one of their fabulous themed cruises aboard the Bohemia barge, which sets sail along Bridgewater Canal and tops our list of fun things to do outside in Manchester. Over the course of the evening, you and your pals will be served plenty of boozy concoctions.

For outdoor activities in Trafford, look no further than Manchester Wing Fest. From axe throwing to food masterclasses, plus a cool range of music and entertainment to boot, this event is making sure you don't run out fun things to do.

An event in its own right, sitting down for brekkie, lunch or dinner is best done outside once the sun comes out to play. If you're overwhelmed by the choice, or wondering which restaurants have the prettiest outdoor seating options and top views, then take a peek in our guide.

If you're wanting to get into the great outdoors, The Great Game is one of the most fun activities for adults in Manchester. You'll be solving clues, puzzles and riddles in a city-wide treasure hunt. As for your treasure? Nab 20% off food and drink at a local pub.

Fronting bottomless brunch with prosecco pong, shuffleboard, beer towers to get through and more, Pong & Puck is offering up plenty of fun activities, alongside a gorgeous terrace space. Better yet, you'll be sipping on cocktails inspired by the 80s, 90s and 00s throughout.

Head to Depot Mayfield for Manchester Craft Beer Festival and you'll get bottomless pints from over 40 world-class breweries included in your ticket. To top it off, there's fire pits featuring live demos from top chefs, plenty of independent kitchens to try and a lineup of live music from DJs like Norman Jay MBE.

If you're after outdoor activities in the North West, this quirky walking tour is sure to hit the spot. You fromage fanciers will be crawling the city, searching for the best cheese-based bites to chow down on, all with the help of a handy guide.

These walks around Manchester aren't just a summer activities, they're suitable all-year-round. Check out the gorgeous green spaces where you can go romantic strolling or catch up with mates. Plus, we've included pubs to grab a pint and comfort food afterwards.

Looking for fun outdoor activities in Manchester city centre? These secret gardens are a great place to start. Discover some of the best hidden gems, from courtyards to community flower patches; there's even places to stop for a meal nearby if you start to feel peckish.