So you've done it. You've found someone that actually wants to spend time with you when they could be doing other things. All your friends think you're couple goals, but the honeymoon phase is over, and hours simply staring into one an another's eyes doesn't quite entertain you as much as it once did. So, the question is, how do you up your date night game? Lucky for you, we've rounded up some of the best things for couples to do in Manchester; from romantic restaurants to brewery tours and cocktail-heavy brunches.
Last updated on 15th May 2020
@ First Street South on Saturday 15th and Sunday 16th August 2020
The perfect treat day for the hungry couple, Wing Fest is returning to Manchester this August with some of the best chicken in the country. Get stuck into £1 wings, eating competitions, bourbon drinking and axe throwing across two delicious days.
@ Meet upstairs at Piccadilly Tap, Station Approach, Manchester M1 2GH on Saturday 11th July 2020 and 6 other Saturdays
Make a day of it and head to the Piccadilly Tap for an afternoon learning about the Manchester microbrewing scene. A perfect date idea for couples who love their hops, it's a fun and informative tour where, yes, you will also get a little squiffy.
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Shake up date night with a trip to this unique bar. Think darts, but supercharged, as Flight Club gives a whole new meaning to the game. There's also thirst-quenching cocktails, sharing plates and more.
@ Cassidy's Apothecary (Speakeasy Liquor Store) on Wed, 15th Apr 2020 - Wed, 30th Dec 2020
Switch up your lockdown date nights with a trip to the 1920's, where Prohibition is in full swing and Cassidy's Pharmacy are you go-to for illicit drinking. Order your favourite cocktails from these master smugglers and you can indulge in any thing from espresso martinis to cask-aged negronis.
@ The Viadux on Friday 16th and Saturday 17th October 2020
If you're a couple that loves a tipple or two, this is the quirky date idea for you. Cocktails in the City is making a mighty return to Manchester this October, bringing exclusive tastings, interactive games and some of the city's best mixologists along with them.
@ YES on Every 1st Monday of the month
Head to Manchester 235 where IndieFlicks will be introducing a selection of stunning short films from around the globe. Meet and mingle with other creative types and film lovers at this unique event.
@ Mayfield Depot on Fri, 7th Aug 2020 - Sat, 8th Aug 2020
The ultimate sunshine-filled date, Gin Fever is a daytime festival celebrating all things gin. Heading to Mayfield Depot for one weekend only, ticket-holders will be able to sample a huge selection on gins whilst attending masterclasses and munching on mouth watering street food.
