Whether it's a team building session with work or you want something fun to do with a big group of friends or family, finding the right group activity to keep everyone interested can be difficult. Across Manchester, you'll find a variety of different things to do that are suitable for groups, whether your crew is into gaming, go-karting, karaoke, or mixing up delicious cocktails. We can help you plan the ideal activity with this guide to the best group activities in Manchester.
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The best group activities in Manchester
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Things to do in Manchester for groups
- The Crystal Maze Live Experience – Gameshow-inspired challenge
- Immersive Gamebox – Escape from reality
- Flight Club – Tech-enhanced darts games
- Chaos Karts – Race around the world
- The Spirit of Manchester Distillery – Alcohol-themed experiences
- Urban Playground – Top spot for competitive socialising
- Albert's Schloss – Lively entertainment spot
- Sixes Social Cricket – Reimagining the game
- Dog Bowl – Ideal for all ages
- The Liquor Store – Become mixology masters
- Junkyard Golf Club – Wild mini-golf games
- Escape Hunt – Take on a team challenge
- K2 Karaoke – For musical groups
- Alcotraz – Unique cocktail experience
- Reserve Wines – Bespoke wine tastings
- Boom Battle Bar – Activities for everyone
- Lane7 – Activities in Deansgate
- Point Blank – Try out simulation shooting
- 1Up – Must-visit for gamers
- Electric Shuffle – Games for groups of any size
- TeamSport Go Karting – Thrilling speeds
- King Pins – Bowling and much more
- Challenge Point – Gameshow come to life
- DNA VR – Immersive VR games
- Roxy Ball Room – Ball games for groups
- Zip World – A walk in the park
- Whistle Punks – Unusual group activity
Things to do in Manchester for groups
Gameshow-inspired challenge
The Crystal Maze Live Experience brings all the action of the 90s gameshow to Manchester and is an ideal activity for teams of up to eight people. You'll work through a variety of zones, tackling puzzles and challenges as you do, before taking on the Crystal Dome. It's a popular activity for friends and corporate team building.
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Lower Byrom Street, Manchester City Centre/Castlefield
- Website • 016-179 107 27
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Escape from reality
Immersive Gamebox offers a huge variety of immersive games that you can play in teams of up to six people, making it a great destination for bigger groups. There are games for all ages and abilities here, and they use motion tracking, projection mapping, touchscreens, and surround sound to really bring the experience to life.
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Manchester Arndale, Market Street, Manchester City Centre
- Website • 016-155 249 01
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Tech-enhanced darts games
Darts becomes a fun social activity for groups at Flight Club. Groups of any size are welcome here. You'll get a semi-private playing area fitted with a technologically-advanced dartboard to make sure there's no cheating. Food and drinks are served at this cosy and contemporary venue, plus it's particularly well-known for its bottomless pizza brunch.
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98 King St, Manchester City Centre
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Race around the world
A fun and lively activity for groups of all sizes, including birthday parties and corporate teams, Chaos Karts combines the thrill of go-karting with a digitally-projected world that places drivers in iconic locations like London, Nevada, or even outer space. The race gets even more exciting with a range of weapons and power-ups to help you beat your opponents.
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Lower Byrom Street, Manchester, Manchester City Centre/Castlefield
- Website • 016-179 107 27
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Alcohol-themed experiences
The Spirit of Manchester is a distillery that produces spirits inspired by Manchester. Tours, gin tastings, and blending masterclasses are all available, and groups of all sizes are welcome to get involved. If you're looking for an experience where you'll learn something but get to enjoy delicious drinks whilst you do, this modern distillery is an ideal choice.
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10-15 Watson St, Manchester City Centre
- Website • 016-151 944 00
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Top spot for competitive socialising
Modern entertainment centre Urban Playground is a destination for competitive socialising. This buzzy venue offers a choice of activities that are great for groups – play mini-golf or compete against other players in a live version of The Cube. You can also relax with a drink at the bars here or visit the on-site restaurant for gourmet burgers.
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Manchester Arndale Shopping Centre, Manchester City Centre
- Website • 016-152 712 30
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Lively entertainment spot
Groups can have a great time at Albert's Schloss, Manchester's Alpine party palace that attracts a buzzing crowd. At this lively spot, you can indulge with hearty food, steins of German beer, and loads of live entertainment like cabaret shows and oompah bands. This cheery venue is a retreat from the city.
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27 Peter St, Manchester City Centre
- Website • 016-183 340 40
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Ideal for all ages
With food, drinks, and activities available, Dog Bowl is a great destination for groups, including families. Parties and larger groups are also welcome here. There are five bowling lanes and an arcade full of retro consoles to try out. This spacious and colourful venue also serves indulgent food like burgers and pizza, plus a comprehensive range of drinks.
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57 Whitworth Street West, Manchester City Centre
- Website • 016-122 828 88
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Become mixology masters
The Liquor Store is a rock 'n' roll cocktail bar that's open til late. It's ideal for any night out but they cater for big groups, with a variety of packages and the capacity for up to 150 people. Another fun group activity here is to organise a gin or cocktail masterclass. The venue is lively and bustling.
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40 Blackfriars St, Manchester City Centre
- Website • 016-183 462 39
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Wild mini-golf games
Groups of all sizes are welcome at Junkyard Golf Club, where you can tackle some of the most outrageous mini-golf courses in Manchester. There are three nine-hole courses with a load of tricks and surprises along the way, as well as imaginative cocktails and tasty snacks. This vibrant and colourful venue also offers bespoke packages for big groups.
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2 First St, Manchester City Centre
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Take on a team challenge
Groups can take on a challenging escape room or an intriguing trail around Manchester with Escape Hunt. This venue at the Corn Exchange offers a choice of immersive themed rooms, plus there's an on-site bar. It's a popular destination for team building and corporate activities, with a number of packages including complete private hire available.
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Corn Exchange Manchester, Exchange Square, Manchester City Centre
- Website • 016-123 712 22
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For musical groups
If your group loves showing off their vocal skills, K2 Karaoke is the place to go. There are private karaoke booths here that can fit up to 40 people. Each luxury booth is soundproofed and equipped with the latest audio technology and self-ordering systems. Enjoy drinks and Asian street food whilst you sing at this modern and trendy venue.
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52-56 George Street, Manchester City Centre
- Website • 016-123 887 00
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Unique cocktail experience
Check out Alcotraz for a unique drinking experience. You smuggle in your own booze here before donning an orange jumpsuit and sitting in your cell to enjoy bespoke cocktails mixed up with the alcohol you supply. This themed venue welcomes corporate groups and offers fun challenges to do whilst you're drinking.
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1a Watson St, Manchester City Centre
- Website • 020-310 904 88
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Bespoke wine tastings
Reserve Wines in West Didsbury sells wines from all over the world and also has a tasting room that groups can book for events. Tasting room hire gives you a bespoke private tasting experience and is ideal for corporate events and parties. This smart and contemporary venue serves seasonal wines and light nibbles like cheeses.
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176 Burton Rd
- Website • 016-170 605 65
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Activities for everyone
There's something for everyone at Boom Battle Bar, where you can enjoy drinks, food, and a wide array of different activities. The choices at this buzzy venue mean it's ideal for groups with different interests, including corporate events. Head to the karaoke booth or try out axe throwing, shuffleboard, pool, darts, or beer or prosecco pong.
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The Printworks, 27 Withy Grove, Manchester City Centre
- Website • 016-166 991 10
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Activities in Deansgate
Head to Lane7 in Deansgate for food, drinks, and fun in a distinctive space covered in neon and graffiti. This cool spot offers a huge range of activities including bowling, darts, pool, arcade gaming, and karaoke, and is popular with big groups, including corporate teams. Burgers are served and there's a diverse range of drinks to satisfy everybody.
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235 Deansgate, Manchester City Centre
- Website • 016-151 000 34
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Try out simulation shooting
Visit Point Blank for a unique activity – it's the UK's first simulation shooting range. Test your aim out on your own range, with a dedicated host to help you get the hang of things. Each range can accommodate up to 40 people and whole-venue hire for up to 120 is available. House cocktails and snacks are also on offer.
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78 Deansgate, Manchester City Centre
- Website • 033-302 303 63
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Must-visit for gamers
1Up in Didsbury is ideal for groups who like gaming. This place celebrates gaming and geek culture, with themed murals on the walls and a comfortable interior. During a visit, you can try out pinball, D&D, board games, gaming consoles, and beer pong and ping pong, as well as sampling drinks and Asian-inspired dishes.
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657 Wilmslow Rd, Didsbury
- Website • 078-640 241 19
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Games for groups of any size
With space for up to 400 at a time, Electric Shuffle is an ideal option for groups of any size, including large corporate celebrations. The venue is lively and has a distinctive Art Deco style. Compete against each other with a modern electronic version of the classic game shuffleboard whilst enjoying drinks and tasty nibbles from the bar.
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Ground floor, 201 Deansgate, Manchester City Centre
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Thrilling speeds
In Manchester you'll find a couple of TeamSport Go Karting sites, equipped with thrilling tracks and e-karts that reach up to 40km per hour. This modern venue also has a bar and spectator area. Groups of all sizes are welcome, including hen and stag groups and corporate teams. Meeting rooms are on-site for corporate groups.
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Bowling and much more
King Pins is a cool and modern destination for all ages and any occasion. Large groups, including kids' parties and corporate team building events, are welcome here. Bowling on the modern lanes is a popular activity but the venues offer lots more to do besides that. A choice of food menus and full range of drinks are served as well.
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Market Street, Manchester City Centre Trafford ParkKing Pins Manchester Arndale
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Gameshow come to life
A unique activity for groups in Manchester, Challenge Point is an interactive gameshow where teams of between two and six take on a series of mini-games like supermarket sweep and a lazer maze, hoping to make it to the final game. It's ideal for families and team building activities, with lots of fun and laughs throughout.
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87 Newton St, Manchester City Centre/Northern Quarter
- Website • 016-192 346 69
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Immersive VR games
DNA VR will transport you into a virtual world, offering a fun and unique activity for any kind of group from corporate teams to kids' birthday parties. This modern venue has a huge library of single- and multi-player games from zombie shoot-outs to laser-tag or job simulators. Book a booth here or enjoy a premium free-roaming experience.
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St James Court, 30 Brown St, Manchester City Centre
- Website • 020-347 580 83
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Ball games for groups
Roxy Ball Room has a couple of Manchester locations, offering a variety of different ball games to get competitive with. Party packages for groups are available here too. The venues are buzzy and low-lit with a range of activities to try, from basketball and bowling to pool and shuffleboard. Food and drinks are available.
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76-78 Deansgate, Manchester City Centre Withy Grove, Manchester City CentreRoxy Ball Room Deansgate
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A walk in the park
Zip World in Heaton Park is an exciting treetop adventure with a choice of treks that make it an ideal day out for all ages. Corporate team building activities are also a speciality at this venue. Trek through the trees and encounter obstacles, challenges, and zip wires along the route. This activity is a fun escape from the pace of Manchester.
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Heaton Park
- Website • 0153-944 71 86
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Unusual group activity
Head to Deansgate and try your hand at axe throwing with Whistle Punks. The venue offers a choice of ticket packages that include a 70 minute throwing session, with each lane accommodating up to 10 people. This place welcomes team building activities and hen and stag parties. There's also a rustic bar area that serves drinks and pizza.
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Great Northern Warehouse, Deansgate, Manchester City Centre
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