Best Events In February

The shortest month of the year is here - alongside plenty of fun crammed into its four weeks. With the excess of the festive period a distant memory and your bank balance restored to health, it's time to get back on the bandwagon. From Valentine's Day celebrations to drag brunches and outdoor activities, this is the very best of February events in Manchester.

Last edited by Lauren Cole

Last updated on 3rd March 2025



Where To Watch Six Nations Rugby

The Six Nations are back, baby. So these Manchester hotspots are making sure you've got all you need to cheer on the England squad. From food and drink to keep you going, to the biggest screens and the best atmosphere, this is live sport screening at its finest.

Paint a Pic Manchester

Unleash your inner Picasso at Paint A Pic by Prime Pass. From leo the lion to kissing swans, their in-house artist will guide you step-by-step to create your very own masterpiece. All materials are included, and no experience is necessary; just bring yourself.

Manchester Fun Puzzle Treasure Hunt! Single route or double for racing!

@ Manchester Piccadilly Train Station on Various dates from Saturday 29th March 2025

You can't visit Manchester, or even live in this gorg city, without seeing all the best sights it has to offer. The Great Game Outdoor Treasure Hunt is the perfect opportunity to do just that, all while cracking clues and solving puzzles to find your treasure.

Bottomless PizzaLuxe Manchester

@ PizzaLuxe on Various dates from Saturday 29th March 2025

Head over to PizzaLuxe in Manchester Arndale for an free-flowing feastthat promises some of the finest Italian eats around. For 90 minutes, you can tuck into endless Roman-style thin crust pizzas and dough balls, paired with unlimited Italian spritz cocktails, draught beers or mocktails.

Their tasty slices come topped with everything from spicy pepperoni to truffle oil and mushrooms or even eight cheeses, with vegan and gluten-free options available too.

Cherry Jam

If you're on the hunt for things to do in Greater Manchester, then Cherry Jam's bottomless afternoon tea is just the ticket. They're serving up sweet treats and savoury delights, all washed down with unlimited cocktails or draught beer and followed by a game of musical bingo.

Paintvine

Paintvine's famous Paint and Sip has made its way to Manchester. But wait, there's more: they're now offering sculpting too. Get ready to drink, paint or sculpt, and have some artsy fun in an airy, fun-filled studio. No experience? No problem. Paintvine's got you covered with all materials provided, photos taken throughout, and a one-of-a-kind masterpiece to take home.

YO! Sushi School - Manchester Arndale

@ YO! Manchester Arndale on Wednesday 2nd April 2025 and 18 other Wednesdays

Taking place in both the Arndale and Trafford Park, the YO! Sushi School is perfect for anyone who wants to learn some new culinary skills. You'll be welcomed with a complimentary drink and edamame and gyoza to share, before getting started on the class.

Their expert instructors will guide you through the process of making everything from cucumber maki to salmon nigiri and crunchy California rolls, with a vegetarian menu available too. You'll learn knife and rolling skills, finding out more about the history of sushi along the way too.

The Spirit of Manchester Distillery

For fans of gin, there's nowhere better to be this month than The Spirit of Manchester Distillery. This cool venue hosts a weekly lineup of fun events, ranging from gin tours with guided tastings to cocktail masterclasses and a gin making experience.

Whether you just want to sample some delicious botanical blends, or you fancy creating your own unique bottle to take home, there's plenty to get involved in - with tickets starting from £30 per person.

What's on at GRUB

Want to beat the winter blues with some Manchester food events? Whether you fancy pizza-making workshops, gin-laced cocktail classes or beer and pudding clubs, you'll get everything you need at GRUB. And that's not all, there's sport, games, crafting and more too.

ABBA Believe In Angels Bottomless Brunch Manchester

@ Area on Saturday 12th April 2025 and 10 other Saturdays

Taking place at Area Manchester on the 22nd, the ABBA Believe In Angels Bottomless Brunch is one that you won't want to miss. DJ Josh Smith will be playing all the bands biggest hits throughout the afternoon, as well as some other pop classics, as well as a live show from tribute act I Believe in Angels and a raucous drag performance.

You'll get to enjoy 90 minutes of unlimited prosecco, cocktail hugs, beer and soft drinks, as well as a burger or falafel wrap of your choice. Your £49.95 ticket gets you access to the entire four-hour event, or party-only entry costs just £16.

Bottomless Brunch!

@ Point Blank Shooting Manchester on Every Sunday

Point Blank is the quirky simulation shooting venue that can be found on Deansgate, complete with booths where you and your friends can compete at all kinds of fun games. They offer bottomless brunches every Sunday, costing just £40 per person.

For 90 minutes, you'll have unlimited access to their virtual shooting scenarios, as well as all-you-can-eat pizza. Topping it off, you can sip on endless beer, prosecco and selected cocktails.

Flight Club Manchester Brunch Social

@ Flight Club Manchester on Various dates from Saturday 29th March 2025

Whether you've got a birthday in Feb or are just looking for an excuse to dabble in some day drinking, Flight Club are here to answer your prayers. The darts bar is putting their spin on bottomless brunch; think endless pizza, a bottle of bubbly per person and a go at getting that bulleye.

The Cockatoo Club

Serving up the best of Manchester's drag scene, The Frockatoo Drag Brunch at The Cockatoo Club is a fabulously fun time. Filled with 90 minutes of bottomless cocktails, scrumptious brekkie goodies and energetic drag performances, it's the perfect way to kick off the weekend with your squad.

Alcotraz Manchester: Cell Block Three-Four

@ Alcotraz Penitentiary: Manchester on Various dates from Saturday 29th March 2025

It's time to have a drink in the clink. Alcotraz, the immersive cocktail bar in an underground prison, is whipping up all manner of bespoke concoctions from the booze you smuggle in past the warden. It's our top pick of things happening this weekend (and every one after that).

The Big Manchester Bake

@ The Big Manchester Bake on Various dates from Saturday 29th March 2025

Looking for a fun, wholesome activity with a little bit of friendly competition added in? Then check out The Big Manchester Bake, taking place on Stanley Street from Wednesday to Sunday. Head to their marquee to get baking, where all the ingredients and equipment you need will be provided.

There are 12 cooking stations, and you'll work in pairs against the other teams to bake the very best cake. You'll have 90 minutes to do it, with an expert guide on hand to help.