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.

When it comes to the best bars for large groups in Manchester, Cargo has got your back. The bustling late-night hangout is a wonderland of food, drinks and partying, complete with bottomless brunches and a light-up dancefloor.

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.

There's so much going on at Impossible, so it's simply perfect for group nights out in Manchester for adults. Make your way over to the seriously cool bar to lap up bottomless brunches, cocktail masterclasses, theatre and so much more.

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.

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. 

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.

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. 

When you want to channel your inner (or not so hidden) geek on your night out, get down to Didsbury for 1UP. This drinking den is packed with D&D, Pokemon cards, board games, arcade machines and classic consoles for you to battle it out on, alongside having a UV room with beer pong.

Grab your mates and head on over to Deansgate's Be At One for a brilliant night out. Not only can you knock back a delish range of quaffs rustled up by the experienced mixologists, but also enjoy late-night partying into the early hours.

If you and your mates fancy a little competitive socialising, Lane7 is your best bet. They've got graffiti-covered bowling lanes for big groups, as well as retro arcade games, ping pong or pool tables, digitally enhanced darts and shuffleboard to choose from too, or you can even book a private karaoke room. Don't miss out on delicious Fat Hippo burgers either, alongside boozy slushies and Drumstick lolly cocktails.

A quirky bar with a love of all things Manchester, The Liquor Store is the perfect place to wet the whistle. Make your way over to this seriously stylish space to guzzle cocktails like the Proper Manc, featuring gin, local honey, Vimto, apple, lemon and ginger.

For a group activity with a twist, CityDays Manchester is the perfect choice for you. Gather the gang, split into teams and wander through the iconic streets of this historical destination, uncovering fun facts along the way. Solve the riddles sent to your phone and set off on your way past pretty buildings, pubs and cafes. 

Located in the heart of Manchester's Peter Street, underneath the iconic Albert Hall, this entertainingly eccentric bier hall hosts regular cabaret acts, oompah bands, and burlesque groups. Enjoy Bavarian beer, Alpine-themed cocktails, pretzels and schnitzels before dancing along in the venue's quirky nightclub.

Situated in Spinningfields, The Blues Kitchen is the perfect place to go out with the whole gang. Bag a table in the 600-capacity venue to enjoy live music every night of the week, not to mention fun cocktails and Deep South-inspired cuisine.

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.

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.

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. 

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.

When it comes to group nights out, you can never go wrong with a fun activity. Not only is Treetop Adventure Golf an affordable destination, but with two courses, cocktails and food in the mix, you won't go bored here.

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.

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.

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.

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.