Top October Events In Manchester

The ghosts and ghouls are out to play this October in Manchester, so we've rounded up some of the city's most fun Halloween events. Sporting everything from fancy dress to things that go bump in the dark, these picks of must-see events and club nights will hit the spot.

Known for sending people on puzzle-led excursions across the city in search of top restaurants, Food Escapes have launched a boozy addition to their interactive tours in the form of this craft beer-led adventure. 

Throughout the experience, you'll receive clue via WhatsApp that you must answer in order to track down the three locations on the map. Once each location is found, you'll be rewarded with a surprise pint – with each sip remaining a secret until it's served to you. 

Extra hints are available, but they'll lead to time penalties – so if you're in it to win it, make sure you bring along your thinking cap. 

Outdoor events in Manchester this October don't get much better than this fun puzzle treasure hunt, where you'll be racing round the city to find where X marks the spot. As for your prize? Expect 20% off your bill at a local pub.

Get down to a range of lively locations across the city this October, as the epic queens and buff waiters of Bougie Drag & Boy Toy Events await. We're talking all things Beyoncé, Lady Gaga, drag, musicals and more across brunch shows.

A great way to see more of Manchester, Food Escapes offers an unusual experience that blends puzzle-solving with fantastic food. You'll receive clues via WhatsApp to help you navigate your way to three independent restaurants throughout the city, with all food included in your ticket price.

Renowned for fusing Japanese and Scandinavian cultures to create a contemporary space with a dynamic yet affordable food and drinks menu, Sticks'n'Sushi has pulled it out the bag once again with their All You Can Sip Brunch. The DJ-led event will feature a bunch of winning plates and 90 minutes of bottomless English spritz, prosecco, Asahi, bellinis or wine – depending on your preference. 

Begin with a collection of sharing plates the table, with vegan options available. Each guest will then get to choose an item from the maki, nigiri and sticks menu, featuring favourites from the spicy tuna roll to the shake teriyaki and ebi panko. 

The cool and carefree Stockport haunt Highballer has introduced the ultimate Friday activity with its Bottomless Bandeoke event. This evening affair will see you belting out your favourite songs with a live band playing in the background, along with a game of rock 'n' roll bingo, pizza and bottomless drinks for 90 minutes. 

Free-flowing drink options include signature cocktails, beer, prosecco or spirits and mixers. As for the pizza, expect toppings ranging from nduja sausage to chilli honey, pesto and a special three-cheese blend. 

Make your way to Bierkeller in The Printworks for an afternoon of fun: R&B Brunch Manchester. This five-hour event kicks off with an hour of bottomless rum punch, before you hit the dancefloor as live DJs play the best of hip hop, UKG and RnB.

Tickets start from £18 per person, with the option to add on VIP packages too, and there's all sorts of tasty food and drinks available to purchase while you're there. What's more, they offer a throwback 90s and 00s brunch here too.

Fancy getting a little competitive with your friends? Then head to one of Electric Shuffle's brilliant weekend brunch socials at their Deansgate venue. This quirky activity bar boasts full-sized, interactive shuffleboard tables, and you'll get to spend an hour playing their fun minigames.

You'll get to enjoy unlimited pizza throughout the two hours as part of your £30 ticket, as well as an entire bottle of prosecco per person - finishing up in the bar to toast to the winners.

Looking for fun Manchester events this October? Alcotraz is the immersive cocktail experience that's putting visitors behind bars. Perfect come birthdays, get-togethers or particularly unique date nights, the venue will have you smuggling booze and sipping bespoke cocktails.

Meet the experts from the Manchester Microbrewery Tour at Track Brewing Co's taproom to start the fun, followed by stops at a further three brewhouses. Get behind-the-scenes access and guzzle the freshest of samples at each venue, thanks to this cool event for beer-lovers.

Taking place every Friday and Saturday, Cherry Jam's bottomless feasts offer some of the top October events in Manchester this weekend. Enjoy a selection of scrumptious sweet and savoury treats served alongside unlimited cocktails or draught beer.

The Streets of the East edition of Food Escapes' interactive tour series involves a trip to three authentic Chinese haunts – which you'll only find if you solve all the puzzles. 

You'll receive clues via Whatsapp which will guide you on your search for the three locations on this food tour. At each stop, you'll be served a meal – and you'll only find out what it is once you arrive. It's a race against teams, but the timer will of course pause while you're eating to ensure you're savouring every bite. 

Stockport's retro party bar Cherry Jam is taking your average afternoon tea and turning up the volume with the addition of musical bingo and bottomless drinks. 

As well as a full-on spread of sweet and savoury treats, from finger sandwiches, mini quiches and sausage rolls to cakes, scones and chocolate covered strawberries, you'll be treated to (optional) free-flowing drinks – think spritz cocktails, bloody Mary's and beer. Things will then get even more lively with a game of musical bingo where you'll be competing for the top prize. 

As the weather is getting a little more chilly, head to this trendy Stockport destination for some affordable indoor fun. Loft Social is designed to bring people together and encourage friendly competition among friends, colleagues, couples and more.

This pretty space is filled with plants, boasting a range of classic games - think archery, petanque, shuffleboard and disco curling. Prices start from £15 per booking, and there's a well-stocked bar to make the most of as well.

This October hit the marquee to be crowned champion and challenge your mates at The Big Manchester Bake. This award-winning event starts from £49.90 per person and includes all the ingredients pre-measured and ready to go. Simply team up, set the clock to 90 minutes and sprinkle all the creativity you've got into your delicious masterpiece.

Weekends really were made for brunch and Flight Club knows it. The city centre favourite is all about flowing bubbles and pizza paddles, as they give you the chance to try out their much-loved high-tech darts experience.

Nothing screams October like pumpkins, and there are plenty of places in and around Manchester to get your fill of pumpkin picking. Choose from spots like Reddish Vale Farm, Lancaster Park and Smithills, promising Instagram-worthy patches and plenty of choice for pumpkins to take home. There's something to suit all budgets here too, so take your pick.