Best Events In January

Ready for a full day party to fend off the January blues? Let's Disco Bottomless Brunch at Manchester Bierkeller is just the thing, offering up a resident DJ blasting anthems while a live saxophonist plays too. Plus, there's bottomless steins, cocktails and more.

When you're craving a little heat, venture on over to one of Bougie Drag & Boy Toy's events. From Beyoncé-inspired bottomless brunches with stunning drag performances to raucous daytime parties featuring waiters in the buff, these are sure to spice up your winter schedule.

Manchester in January 2023 wouldn't be complete without a trip to a Funnyboyz event. Brightening up your month with Benidorm bingo and drag-drenched performances from Maxi Shield, this company has laughs galore in store.

To get behind the scenes access to the city's best microbreweries? This tour is just the ticket for lovers of beer. Not only will you get to spy some industry secrets, but samples await for you to sip at each destination.

Students rejoice; we've got just the thing for you. Hashtag Parties are taking over some of the city's top venues with clubbing, affordable entry and drinks deals to boot. There's something every night of week when you fancy getting down on the dancefloor.

The weather getting you down? Bundle up in one of Manchester's cosy winter restaurants. From sky-high pergolas above the city to charming pubs that are filled with cosy nooks and high-end eateries boasting sublime seasonal menus, these are sure to lift those January blues.

After things to do in Manchester this January 2023? YO! have you covered with their sushi-making sessions at the Arndale. Expect to be guided through the process of making a number of different items, from salmon sashimi to a crunchy Cali roll.

If you're searching for outdoor events in Manchester this January, look no further than a trip around the city's best sights, completing a fun treasure hunt as you go. From puzzles to riddles and the prize of 20% off at a local pub, you can't go wrong with this group day out.

Good Life Skates sees you taking to the rink across beginner, DJ-led or bring your own boots sessions. But where to find this fun activity? On the mezzanine level of Escape To Freight Island, of course.

If you're a lover of the spirit, then this Japanese whisky masterclass at Peter Street Kitchen should fit the bill. Not only will you get the chance to enjoy guided tastings, but also to munch some of the restaurant's signature small plates alongside. 

Looking for January events in Manchester today? Take a look at what's happening at GRUB, where this month has winter beer festivals, bottomless brunches and more in store across a roster of affordable things to do.

Hidden away in the heart of Manchester is immersive prison experience Alcotraz, offering the chance for you to smuggle liquor into a themed speakeasy. Your reward? Bespoke cocktails whipped up by master mixologists and being thrown into the heart of a dramatic story.

What's on in Manchester this January doesn't get any tastier than Cherry Jam's bottomless afternoon teas, bingo brunches and grazing boards, which come complete with free-flowing drinks. Better yet, they're fronting a non-boozy version with mocktails for all of you cutting back.

Take a tour of the city's best brewery taprooms, sampling a drink in each stop along the way and being led by a passionate guide. Learn the secrets of your favourite hoppy nectar and uncover some of the city's hidden microbreweries or eclectic drinking dens. 

January blues ain't no thing here, as Flight Club make sure your group nights out stay hella fun. Join the cool darts space for weekend afternoons that include bottomless pizza, a bottle of prosecco and a bash at their state-of-the-art darts experience.

Create a masterpiece with the guidance of an expert at bars across Manchester this Jan thanks to Paint A Pic. Expect to nab drinks while you let your brushstrokes do the talking - ideal for dates and get-togethers with mates alike.

Taking part in Dry January this year? We've rounded up all the best things to do in Manchester if you don't drink, from online happenings to sporting activities and unmissable tasting menus. Get your fix of alcohol-free fun with these unique experiences.