Best Events In April

Sit back and relax with a glass of bubbly in one hand and a brush in the other with tickets to one of Paintvine's many themed nights, at a Manchester location. Gather your friends and book this activity for something a little different in the evening and follow the guidance of your instructor to create masterpieces like a Picasso kiss, summer lemons, and even have a go at one of its sculpting classes. 

Of course, it wouldn't be Spring without making the most of (hopefully) the arrival of warmer weather. Nab a spot at one of these bars or restaurants with outdoor seating for catch-ups topped off with boozy brunches, grazing plates and more.

April means one thing: the return of warmers days in the mighty beer garden. Book yourself into one of these top-notch pubs with outdoor spaces, from luscious green hideaways to sleek terraces; where group hangouts, freshly poured pints and classic grub all await.

With the sun peeking out (a little) more often than usual, April is the time to get out and about again. Dust off those winter cobwebs and uncover the city's hidden green spaces or gardens, from secret spots atop viaducts to street food destinations.

Of course, it wouldn't be April without a lineup of things to do on Easter weekend in Manchester. If you're looking for ways to celebrate the four-day bank hols, check out our guide on everything that's going down, including treasure hunts, club nights and afternoon teas.

Celebrate Eid al-Fitr and the end to fasting with Manchester's very best venues serving halal food. Ranging from Italian restaurants to steak spots and Indian meals, this low-down has you covered for eating out.

After everything pretty in pink? Mark the middle of spring with these magenta, fuchsia and blush picks for places to visit. Whether you want restaurants serving Japanese-inspired bento boxes, brunch destinations or ball pits, our guide has it all.

Located on Deansgate, Point Blank Shooting is a speakeasy-style bar that boasts its own simulation shooting range. They've got large screens dotted around the venue, surrounded by cosy booths, where you can compete against your friends at a wide variety of virtual shooting scenarios - from target practice to rescuing hostages.

You can enjoy their brilliant bottomless brunches every single Sunday, promising 90 minutes of unlimited pizza, prosecco, beer and select cocktails. You can also play as much as you like during this time, coming in at only £40 per person.

Manchester's range of craft breweries and taprooms are always worth visiting - and April is no different. These local gems have unusual flavours, sun-trap gardens, resident kitchens and more waiting for you across the city.

The Spirit of Manchester Distillery is famed for its award-winning spirits and it offers you the chance to learn how to make it yourself with its gin-making experience classes, as well as its tasting sessions. With a G&T in hand, you'll be able to have a sneak peek at what goes on behind the scenes of the establishment, before sampling a selection of botanicals yourself.

Taking place at their marquee in the Salford area, The Big Manchester Bake is a unique activity that's perfect for friends and couples. You'll work in teams of two to create a delicious treat, competing against all the other teas to be crowned the best bakers of the day.

This versatile space features the baking benches, a cake-themed bar, a hospitality suite and even a beautiful drinks garden. All the ingredients you need will be provided as part of your ticket price, all pre-measured in advance.

Celebrating the highest selling jazz album of all time, which went quadruple platinum, The Blues Kitchen are paying homage to Miles Davis' 'Kind of Blue' this April. Expect a spectacular live music event for  jazz fanatics and the jazz-curious alike, featuring the Olivia Cuttill Quintet performing the album in full.

Magic at the Midland is Manchester's fantastical show from the mind of Steve Price, one of the UK's top enchanters. Tickets start from £24.50 each to this wizarding event where you'll be amazed and wowed as he turns ordinary objects into the extraordinary. Taking place at the iconic hotel, its an event that's perfect for all, and especially the curious. 

A soul and Motown music bingo experience is coming to Manchester, taking over ARK on Saturday 12th. Not only can you expect to bingo like never before across thrilling rounds and amazing prizes, but also groove to your favourite hits and even take part in dance-offs and other interactive elements.

Think wild challenges, food options to keep you fed throughout and a high-energy MC.

Learn more about how your favourite hoppy nectar is made thanks to a microbrewery experience, which starts at Track Brewing Co, before heading to Beer Nouveau, Manchester Union Lager and Alphabet. You'll be sampling tastings at each stop on this behind the scenes tour.

Think you know bingo? Think again. Bingo Lingo is a quirky twist on the classic game, with hilarious hosts who'll take you through a night of wild on-stage performances, brilliant prizes and non-stop tunes, all in between lively rounds of bingo.

Sing along to all your favourite nostalgic songs, and expect singing and dance-offs on stage too. Their renowned rave rounds are always the best part, and you can nab tickets for just £12 per person.

Looking for a boozy outing with a little competitive fun thrown in? Then head to Electric Shuffle on Deansgate, where they host brilliant brunches every single weekend. Starting from £33 per person, this includes two hours of bottomless pizza, an hour of gaming and a bottle of prosecco or four beers each.

Their electronic shuffleboard tables offer a number of fun, multiplayer minigames for you and your friends to compete at - with large screens that add up your scores for you. After you've played, toast to the winner in their colourful bar area.

From Taylor Swift tribute acts to Benidorm Bingo and appearances from RuPaul's Drag Race stars, the team at FunnyBoys Manchester are bringing you all kinds of April shenanigans. Think all kinds of fabulousness, performances and prizes. 

The Old School R&B Brunch at Freight Island brings all the fun of a classic brunch with a twist of 90s and early 2000s R&B nostalgia. Enjoy a southern-style two-course meal, sip on bottomless rum punch, and get ready for interactive games, karaoke, and prize giveaways.

The charismatic host and lively atmosphere ensure that the energy stays high, making this an event that's as much about fun and connection as it is about the food and drinks. Whether it's a birthday, hen do, or simply a celebration of music, this is one brunch you won't want to miss.

April events in Manchester this weekend don't get any better than Flight Club's brunch social. You'll tuck into unlimited pizza and a bottle of prosecco each, with a go on the dartboards in their oches to get you in the competitive spirit.

Step into speakeasy-style venue The Fitzgerald in the Northern Quarter for a brilliant bottomless brunch on Saturdays, complete with two hours of burlesque. Expect a fantastic performance from the team at Siren Entertainment, inspired by the 1920s.

You'll enjoy a tasty barbecue brunch, courtesy of Quarter House, featuring Buffalo wings, salt and pepper tofu tacos, loaded fries and more. Plus, there'll be a whole two hours of free-flowing prosecco, beer and Aperol spritz.

Taking over Kable Club on Saturday 12th is Old Skool Bingo, where a hot take on the classic game awaits. They're celebrating all things RnB and old school, with everything from bangers and bingo to dance-offs and prizes on the cards.

Aside from the fun games and activities, expect the DJ to be spinning the best tunes from 80s, 90s, and 00s for non-stop fun.

Get ready for the return of Reggae Bingo Manchester on Friday the 18th of April from 7pm to 10pm. This event promises to be one of the wildest nights out in town, following a string of sold-out shows. Your ticket includes entry, seating, and 3 bingo game cards, so you're all set for a night packed with laughter, chaos, and unforgettable moments.

The night kicks off with a live show featuring comedy, dance-offs, Reggae-oke, and guaranteed cash prizes. The vibes will be kept high with the best tunes from dancehall, soca, reggae, and old-school anthems, as our resident DJ and host take you through a unique bingo experience like no other.

On the 19th of April, Impossible Manchester invites you to a Country Superstars Bottomless Brunch, where the heart of Nashville meets your brunch table for an unforgettable experience. Enjoy toe-tapping tunes by live country performers, along with two-steppin' performances by country dancers, and your favourite country hits mixed by their resident DJ. 

Embrace the country spirit by dressing in your finest country attire - think Daisy Dukes, big boots, and even bigger hats - and enjoy 60 minutes of bottomless drinks while the party heats up. 

Book your spot at The Frockatoo Drag Brunch at The Cockatoo Club this weekend and you won't regret it - and they've even got a Lady Gaga-themed option as well. From £40 per person, you'll be treated to the best drag performers in Manchester as well as incredible games with prizes to be won. Expect free-flowing cocktails and tasty grilled wraps with chips to munch on. Coming as a group? Any table of four and above will receive a complimentary bottle of prosecco. 

For those after Manchester events in April 2025, The Hip Hop Orchestra Brunch at The Blues Kitchen is sure to impress. Not only will this venue serve up tasty grub, from the likes of burgers and fried chicken, but there are also live shows, quizzes and free-flowing rum punch for 90 minutes. Oh, yes.

Step into the glamour of the Great Gatsby era with a trip to The Fitzgerald, a speakeasy-inspired bar in the Northern Quarter. Their All That Jazz & Brunch event takes place on the third Saturday of the month, promising amazing live music from a lineup of talented performers.

Munch on the likes of barbecue chicken tenders, smash burgers or salt and pepper tofu tacos while you watch, paired with two hours of bottomless drinks.

Fancy taking to the crease and facing some of the world's best bowlers? Sixes' high-tech cricket nets let you do just that with all your mates, alongside fronting plenty of food and booze to grab from the bar or restaurant afterwards.

From sour beer tasting sessions to quizzes with fizz and disco bingo, GRUB has a stellar lineup of events every month - and April is no exception. Make your way over to the Red Bank spot for their recurring bottomless street food brunch or opt for something a little different.

Visit an array of venues across the city to take part in Paint a Pic Manchester, the creative get-together that invites you to make your own masterpiece, under the guidance of experts, with a drink in the other hand. All materials will be provided, and while drinks aren't included, they will be readily available. Choose from a range of themes to get stuck into, like painting the moonlight, the tree of life or Leo the lion.

If you're searching for April events in Manchester today, Alcotraz is open almost every night of the week. This immersive prison experience sees you smuggling drink into the clink, with bespoke cocktails whipped up by inmate mixologists. And while you're sipping? You'll befriend crooked guards and watch the action unfold.

If you are a fan of this botanical beauty and have always wondered how it's made, then you'll want to get involved with the Four Sisters Gin Making Experience at 11 Central. Tickets start from £90 and include a guided tasting (which is available to book on its own) to inspire your recipe, and you'll also be taken on a journey, learning about the history of the distiller. Choose from over 60 botanicals to curate and leave with a unique 700ml bottle.

Freight Island is buzzing with events this April, from screening all the action from the Six Nations fixtures to serving up a cracking roast carvery on Sundays. Head down to this multi-faceted venue to catch some football, feast on scrumptious grub from Voodoo Ray's or hit up the Bombay Curry Club on Saturdays. If you're in the mood for a spot of dancing, then you'll love its Spring Summer Festival Series, boasting acts like Sit & Bun plus Huey Morgan.

Hosted by iconic queens like Imani Versace and Barb, the bottomless brunches at Bougie Drag Events are well worth a visit. Expect everything from lip sync battles to dance-offs and catwalk contests throughout, paired with live DJs playing banging beats, tasty eats and 90 minutes of bottomless fizz or cocktails.

Wondering what's on in Manchester this April can come up with a lot of options, but none as good as Cherry Jam's bottomless events. From afternoon tea to grazing boards washed down with unlimited cocktails, there's a real treat in store here.

The queens from Bougie Brunch & Boy Toy Events will be taking over venues across the city for plenty of wild happenings. From bingo in the buff to bottomless brunches and Beyonce-themed spectaculars, there's plenty of things to book ahead.

Become a maki master by enrolling in YO! Sushi School from just £19.95 per person. Learn how to roll like an expert with guidance from professionals who will take you through the history of the dish, as well as help you brush up on your knife-cutting skills. Get stuck into creating dishes like salmon sashimi, California rolls and nigiri, all while munching on some tasty gyozas and edamame yourself.