Manchester Stag Do

When it comes to your stag activities, you won’t go wrong with Manchester. You’ve got all your classics here: Paintballing, Go-Karting, Bubble Football and Foot Darts among them. And speaking of footie-themed entertainment, why not try to catch a match at the Etihad or Old Trafford. You may not support either team, but the atmosphere in the stadiums is superb, making for an entertaining day out whoever’s colours you normally wear. Here are some of our most popular activities: 

The Best Stag Do Ideas in Manchester

1. Go Karting

An indoor course means you don't have to worry about the rain, something that's pretty important when it comes to Manchester, while this tracks stretches 550 metres, so you get a really good crack at it. Wearing your race suits and helmets, this is an unbelievably fun activity for a stag weekend in Manchester and has commonly been the top seller over the past 20 years. Your laps are all electronically recorded, so after the race, you can see who had the best laps and who came first. 

2. Bar Crawl

The party scene here is your oyster! Having said that, picking the right bars, pushing 15 lads onto the next venue and making sure nobody gets lost sounds like one serious headache, therefore getting a bar crawl guide to handle all of that is a top tip. Fortunately, a fair portion of the main nightlife districts are all walkable from each other, so you could easily combine areas like the Northern Quarter, Printworks and Deansgate. So raise those glasses high, let the banter and the beer flow and enjoy the best watering holes this city has to offer.

3. Strippers

Lads, when it comes to stag weekends Manchester, hitting a strip club is a must do! It's all about having a laugh, letting loose and enjoying the very cheeky entertainment that the city's top strip clubs bring to the table. This is a staple of a stag weekend and you can even mix it up with a roly poly stripper, depending on how cruel you're feeling today (we'll be the devil on your shoulder telling you it's a great idea). You can even treat the groom-to-be to a private show that'll leave him blushing! 

4. Bubble Football

Get ready to laugh your socks off with this quirky version of the beautiful game where your footie kit is a one-man, big, inflatable zorb! Once you’re looking like inflatable beach balls on legs, your event coordinator will split you into teams to go head to head. The rules are pretty similar to a regular football match except when it comes to tackling where you’ll have to barge, bounce and bump into your opponents. Try to knock them flying down the pitch as you steal the ball! You’ll all be in hysterics as you scramble to beat the opposing team and be crowned the winners.

5. Paintballing

This is and forever will be a great bonding experience, getting the group into two teams and pelting each other with paintballs. Your package will include a half day at the venue, as well as 100 paintballs included, but you can speak to our event planners if you want more paintballs included from the start for everyone or you can separately purchase more on the day (some people will run through them quicker than others). One brilliant aspect to paintball is that it's at the same venue as other activities, so you can combine this with archer and air rifle shooting, with no commute time and a cheaper cost per activity than picking them individually.

6. Alcotraz

If you've never visited the immersive experience Alcotraz, imagine you've been sentenced to jail, you're being welcomed into your cell and it's like a show running all around you, involving each of you. At the same time, your booze is 'smuggled in' and made into sneaky cocktails provided to you. You just bring your booze of choice and they have mixologists in the back who will make something tasty, but they can take some direction. This is a fun and really unique experience, forget sitting in a pub chatting when you can have a whole show play out around you.

7. Axe Throwing

Just imagine wielding awesome axes, gearing up to tackle big wooden bullseye targets. It's like unleashing your inner lumberjack or action star, giving you all the Viking warrior vibes. The pure thrill of nailing that bullseye is absolutely next level. Don’t worry if you're not hitting bullseyes left and right. This activity is all about the camaraderie, laughter and rivalry to determine the ultimate axe-slinging champion. No experience is needed. With a skilled guide to keep things safe, you can let loose, blow off some pre-wedding steam and enjoy this epic adventure. Get ready to hurl, holler and dominate those targets!

8. Quad Biking

Prepare for the ultimate adrenaline-fueled joyride on quad bikes that'll take your stag do to the next level! Imagine tearing through rough off-road terrain on these badass machines, leaving a trail of dust in your wake. You and your crew will become off-road daredevils, conquering challenging trails, slopes and muddy pits. Are you ready to get fast and furious? Whether you're a seasoned quad biking pro or a first-timer, get ready for a heart-pounding, mud-slinging experience. Full instruction will be given so that everyone can have a go. Hold on tight, embrace the dirt-splattering madness and let the race to determine the group's ultimate driving champ begin!

9. Shooting Range

Let loose and blow off some steam with an action-packed, gun-firing adventure that'll turn you into a mix of John McClane and James Bond! It's the perfect stress-buster for the groom-to-be before his big day, who has probably been going through some stressful times with the wedding planning. Safety is the priority so you’ll have expert guidance throughout your session, but once the boring safety briefing is done, it's time to lock and load. Expect loads of banter and friendly competition as you take turns firing down the range. And if you're up for it, add some playful forfeits to raise the stakes because a memorable stag do is all about more than just bragging rights!

10. Nightclub Entry

Wrapping up your stag do with clubbing is non-negotiable! After the sun sets, the city's nightlife really comes to life, offering you the chance to dance, party and blur the night away. A stag do in Manchester is made even better with the shenanigans you'll inevitably get up to on the dancefloor with some amazing nightclubs. Whatever music you’re into, from pop to rock, house to R&B and everything in between, you’ll find it in the city. So gather your squad, rock your finest party clothes and prepare to dominate the dance floor. Trust us, this night is destined to go down in legend!

More Manchester Stag Do Tips

Manchester is also home to plenty of fun activities that we strongly recommend if your group don’t know each other too well, and you’re looking for an icebreaker. Take for example the awesome Crystal Maze experience, based on the TV show of course, where you’ll take part in a series of exciting team challenges against the clock. Or how about tackling some high rope obstacles on a Tree Top Adventure, getting your Tarzan vibes on? Another of the most popular stag do activities in Manchester is a few hours chilling at the Snow Park, where you can go down the pistes on skis, snowboards, sledges - even rubber rings. 

After a heavy night out, if you just want to have a laidback one the next day, why not mosey on over to the Castlefield area. It’s the most scenic and relaxed part of Manchester, with canals, patches of green space, and plenty of waterside bars where you can enjoy the hair of the dog that bit you. 

Manchester is well known for its music and home to some legendary bands such as Oasis, The Stone Roses, The Smiths, and, well the list could go on! It therefore has a variety of large venues, as well as the more intimate spaces for those smaller gigs. Why not check out what's coming up and incorporate a gig into your stag weekend. 

Next - and for some groups, one of the most important parts of a Manchester stag weekend: where to eat. And boy have we got a lot of options for you. Manchester boasts the third-largest Chinatown in Europe, and here you can always find a delicious, reasonably priced feast. For some extra spice, head to the famous Curry Mile on Wilmslow Road, just outside the city centre. There are some 70 neon-lit restaurants along this stretch serving up Indian, Pakistani, Sri Lankan and Bangladeshi cuisine. Another place worth checking out to fill your bellies in style is the Mackie Mayor food court on the edge of the Northern Quarter. This handsome, historic and high-ceilinged building has a fantastic range of vendors under its impressive glass roof, with vegetarian and vegan options too. Most days it’s open in time for a late breakfast, and closes at 10pm.