Friday Nights In Manchester

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By Lauren Cole Lead Editor, DesignMyNight 9 years expertise in guides and reviews for UK food & drink, arts and entertainment. Last updated on 2nd December 2025

Whether you've had the best week ever or just can't wait to get out of the office, there's nothing quite like a Friday night out on the town. Chilled out comedy clubs? Quirky cocktail haunts? Date night destinations? The biggest nightclubs events? Whatever your poison, check out our handpicked guide to the best things to do on Friday nights in Manchester.




Alcotraz Manchester: Cell Block Three-Four

@ Alcotraz Penitentiary: Manchester on Various dates from Wednesday 11th March 2026

Do something a little different on a Friday night in Manchester and swing by Alcotraz: Cell Block Three-Four for a quirky drinking experience. You'll don an orange jumpsuit, smuggle booze into the jail and sip your very own handcrafted hooch from behind bars.

DOUGH-IT YOURSELF PIZZA MASTERCLASS MANCHESTER

@ Pizza Pilgrims Manchester - Deansgate on Saturday 14th March 2026 and 28 other Saturdays

Start the weekend right with a trip to Pizza Pilgrims, where you can become a chef for the night at their Dough It Yourself masterclass. This fun, foodie event is led by their talented kitchen team, who'll teach you all about dough, toppings and baking - resulting in the perfect margherita.

Begin by learning more about the story behind the restaurant, while tucking into the delicious Italian snacks provided. You'll also receive two drinks as part of your ticket price, alongside their scrumptious Nutella ring dessert to finish.