Top 10 hen do ideas in Manchester

Planning a hen do Manchester-style? This city offers unforgettable experiences for every bride-to-be! Karaoke chaos, spa serenity or full-on prison roleplay – these Manchester hen party ideas promise plenty of laughs, a few questionable decisions, and stories that’ll last longer than the hangover. Here are ten of the wildest, weirdest, and most brilliant ways to celebrate in the city.

1. Get sent down at Alcotraz

One of the best hen do ideas Manchester has, Alcotraz Manchester delivers a night of mischief, mixology, and mayhem. This immersive prison bar drops you and your crew into orange jumpsuits and behind bars, where your mission is to smuggle in spirits for the bootlegging inmates to transform into bespoke cocktails. It’s interactive and theatrical, which takes what would be a fun night and turns it into something completely unpredictable and unexpected!

Want to make the hen’s time behind bars extra special? Include the “Janitor” character add-on in your booking, and the bride-to-be will get special costume additions and extra attention during the experience!

2. Take tea in Wonderland at Richmond Tea Rooms

If the bride loves a little fantasy, head straight down the rabbit hole to Richmond Tea Rooms. This whimsical, Alice in Wonderland-inspired spot serves up award-winning afternoon teas in a lavish, dreamlike setting: handmade sandwiches, indulgent cakes, and rare global teas that might even impress the Mad Hatter.

3. Hit the high notes at K2 Karaoke

You know a hen do’s going well when someone ends up screaming “Total Eclipse of the Heart” at 1am! K2 Karaoke takes the party private, with VIP booths where you and your mates can belt out everything from Britney to Beyoncé. It’s part bar, part performance, and all about the embarrassing memories.

4. Find your new favourite at Manchester Gin

For a sophisticated twist, book a guided tasting at Manchester Gin. You’ll tour the working distillery, see the entire gin-making process up close, then sit down for a tasting that’ll make you feel like a real connoisseur. With a collection of award-winning spirits and passionate hosts, it’s a great prelude to your evening plans, and you might even leave with a new favourite bottle for the bride’s stash.

5. Bottomless brunch (and chaos) at Foundry Project

Start the celebrations early with a two-hour bottomless brunch at Foundry Project. The food’s solid, but let’s be honest, it’s the unlimited Prosecco and Aperol Spritz you’re there for! Ideal for hens who like their brunch a little boozy, and their mornings in the afternoon. 

6. Slow it down at Rena Spa, Midland Hotel

For some pre-party zen head to Rena Spa inside the iconic Midland Hotel. Enjoy salt-infused steam rooms, mood-lit Jacuzzis, saunas with Himalayan salt block walls, and massages that can bring you back to life after an extended boozy brunch. 

7. Get lost in the Crystal Maze LIVE

For a bride who thrives on chaos and competition, The Crystal Maze LIVE Experience is a riot. The hen party become contestants in a real-life version of the cult TV show, running between themed zones, solving bizarre challenges, yelling over each other and panicking in the Crystal Dome. Great if your group loves a shared adrenaline hit.

8. Swing wild at Junkyard Golf

Junkyard Golf is what happens when crazy golf grows up and goes clubbing. If you’ve never been and you’re thinking that crazy golf is boring – it’s somehow the kind of place where “just one drink” turns into four. With UV lights, bonkers obstacles, loud playlists, and cocktails served in disco balls, this is golf in name only. Pick your course, grab a drink, and prepare for chaos. 

9. Dance like no one’s watching with Dance Party Experience

This is the dance class you actually want to go to. Dance Party Experience runs themed hen party sessions in Manchester where you can learn choreo to Beyoncé, Britney, Taylor, or even go full Dirty Dancing. It’s fun and unfiltered, and ideal if you’re looking for something active that doesn’t involve running or sweating through your lashes.

10. Shake it up at Be At One

If your bride’s a cocktail queen, Be At One’s mixology masterclass is a must. Kick off with a welcome drink, learn to mix two cocktails from the menu, and then dive into cocktail-themed minigames that somehow get more intense with each round. The vibe is relaxed but rowdy, and by the end you’ll all feel like (slightly tipsy) bartenders. Bonus: you get to drink your work. What’s not to love?

Why pick Alcotraz for hen do activities in Manchester?

Alcotraz is the #1 pick for a hen do because it ticks so many boxes: fun drinks, a venue that’s a cut above your boring same-old bar, and an element of trying something new with the interactive experience. Give it a go; you won’t regret it!

Get ready to serve your sentence

Book your Alcotraz experience now and discover why it’s one of the most unique and talked-about fun activity bars in Manchester.