Best Events In March

Fancy yourself as a smuggler of bootleg liquor? If you can get your spirits past the eagle-eyed warden and down into the cells of Alcotraz at this immersive prison experience, you'll be rewarded with bespoke cocktails from the inmate mixologists.

Topping our list of outdoor events in Manchester for March 2025 is this Fun Puzzle Treasure Hunt, where you'll make your way around some of the city's most famous landmarks and hidden streets. Solve the clues and puzzles along the way to win your grand prize: 20% off the bill at a local pub.

Grab your paintbrush and a drink before getting stuck into creating your very own masterpiece with Paintvine. This fun activity offers you the chance to release your inner artist under the guidance of an expert, with all the materials you could need provided. Surprise yourself with your new skills over the space of two hours before taking your piece home with you to show off. From Banksy to Santorini, there are plenty of classes to choose from.

Wondering what's on in Manchester this March 2025? FunnyBoyz have your back with their range of events, including Benidorm Bingo, those hosted by Drag Race stars and other opportunities to see top queens in action.

St Patrick's Day in Manchester might just be one of our favourite times of the year. Guinness? Check. Excuses to wear fun hats while dancing to traditional music? Double tick. Uncover our guide to the best things to do this year and raise a toast to the Emerald Isle.

Whether she's a laidback lady or into the finer things in life, we've put together a list of the best Mother's Day ideas in Manchester. Spoil your number one woman with afternoon tea, classy cocktails, a thoughtful dinner and plenty more with our guide.

Searching for boozy brunches to look forward to? Book into Bougie Drag and Boy Toy Events for a selection of lip syncing, slut dropping and hair flipping spectaculars. From Lady Gaga and Beyonce to bingo spectaculars or butlers in the buff, there's a theme for everyone.

Bougie Drag Events are always a winner for lively daytime fun, thanks to their fantastic bottomless brunches across Manchester venues. Whether you're heading to a Beyonce-themed event or their classic outing, you can expect iconic queens like Imani Versace and Barb hosting dance-offs, catwalk contests and lip sync battles, with 90 minutes of free-flowing booze and DJ sets throughout.

After March events in Manchester this weekend? The Hip Hop Orchestra Brunch is ready to upgrade those boring ol' plans. Head inside The Blues Kitchen, where you'll be able to quaff 90 minutes of free-flowing rum punch or prosecco with tasty eats. For entertainment, expect quizzes, live shows and RnB tunes.

Unlimited pizza, a bottle of bubbly per person and a whack on the state-of-the-art darts boards; Flight Club is the place to spend your weekends. Their brunch is the perfect excuse to get the mischief started early, with room for birthday parties and larger groups if necessary.

Spend your weekend sipping on free-flowing cocktails and prosecco with tickets starting from £40 per person to The Frockatoo Drag Brunch at The Cockatoo Club. In the heart of Manchester's Gay Village, you'll be treated to the creme de la creme of drag artists, games and cracking dishes like grilled halloumi wraps with sweet chilli sauce. 

Singles rejoice; thanks to 20 years experience in the business, SpeedDater know how to put you in the perfect position to find that special someone. Their speed dating events take place at venues across the city, with something to suit everyone on offer.

Bingo Lingo Manchester continues at Freight Island this March, promising £12 entry to their bingo party that include plenty of games, epic prizes, rave rounds, and dance-offs and mimed sing-offs on stage. Tables seat up to eight people, so you can bring all your mates along on Fridays throughout the month.

Head down to Foundry Project or The Botanist in Deansgate to name a few of Paint a Pic's fabulous locations, and get stuck into creating your very own masterpiece. You will be guided by an expert, all the materials will be provided, and classes fit up to 25 people, so bring your mates, grab a drink and get stuck in. 

Head to 11 Central for their Four Sisters Gin Making Experience, where you'll take home your very own bottle that you can reorder in the future. You're bound to learn some fascinating facts too, with a guided tasting of several different blends along the way.

When you need things to do in Manchester this March weekend, Cherry Jam have you covered with their bottomless afternoon tea, grazing boards with free-flowing booze, and other themed brunches. Drinks to accompany include plenty of cocktails and beer, which are followed by a game of musical bingo. 

Visit The Spirit Of Manchester Distillery for one of its many spirit-based classes. If you've ever wanted to learn how to make your own, it's the perfect place to go to enroll in its very own gin making experience. You'll be able to choose your own botanicals, weigh them and bottle up your concoction to take home, all with a G&T in hand. There are also plenty of tasting experiences to get your lips around, too. 

If you love watching the impossible and adore the world of entertainment, sorcery and all, then Manchester's world-class Magic At The Midlands show is the evening for you, with tickets starting from £24.50 per person. Steve Price, one of the UK's top magicians will be gracing the stage and turning objects into so much more. Taking place at this historic hotel, it's an event most certainly for the curious among you. 

GRUB are once again proving that they're a powerhouse of fun events with their March lineup. From to disco bingo to sip and paint sessions featuring a free drink each and an International Women's Day theme, there's plenty to check out.

Head to YO! Sushi School in Manchester Selfridges Trafford to master the art of maki and learn how to create some super tasty dishes yourself. Tickets start from £19.95 per person and include expert guidance on knife-cutting skills, as well as interesting facts about the history of sushi. You'll be able to nibble on moreish gyozas and edamame as you get stuck into creating your very own salmon and avocado hand rolls. 

One of the best things to do in Manchester city centre this March, the Microbrewery Tour will take you behind the scenes at some of the city's most innovative brewhouses. Of course, there's plenty of beer tastings at every stop.