Best alternative nights out in Liverpool

Part of the Cains Brewery Complex, ArCains is a gamers paradise. Whether it’s date night, a stag or hen do, team building with new colleagues or you’re just out with mates, there’s plenty of arcade games to keep you entertained and bring out the kid in you.

Just a stone’s throw away from Liverpool Lime Street station, Boom Battle Bar takes group gaming to the next level. Choose from a plethora of entertaining activities including American pool, beer pong, shuffleboard and electric darts.

Work as part of a team with friends, family or work colleagues and try to escape the room you’ve been locked in. Solve a series of puzzles, riddles and tasks to be granted your freedom. 

The Everyman is an impressive modern theatre on Hope Street and a cornerstone of Liverpool’s cultural scene.

Get stuck in with a pottery painting session at Frankie’s Paint-It Pottery. Whether you’re crazy about clay or it’s your first time getting your fingers dirty, there’s a wide selection of bisque and coloured glazes to choose from.

One of the buzziest spots in the Georgian Quarter, Frederiks models itself on the neighbourhood bars of Brooklyn. Think casual eats, coffee and lounging, with live music and quality cocktails as the day turns into night.

Golf Fang Liverpool takes genteel notions of mini golf and smashes them with an 8-Iron. Crazy golf is definitely the only word for it and it all takes place in a neon cathedral of graffiti.

leveltap is one of the latest gaming bars to arrive at Liverpool’s bustling Ropewalks. Immerse yourself in enthralling modern and classic games to play on PC, Playstation and more. 

Together with its partner, the Everyman, The Playhouse provides a home for quality theatre in Liverpool. Expect to see work by national and international theatre companies as well as comedians. A varied bill offers everything from fresh and original Shakespeare adaptations to theatrical takes on popular films as well as lots of family-friendly favourites.

Located in the heart of Liverpool City Centre, On The Green is a laid-back virtual golfing experience accommodating both those looking to improve their swing and those just after a fun day of virtual sport with their mates.

As the name suggests, PINS Social Club is more than just a bar – and it’s more than just a ten-pin bowling alley too, with pool, table tennis, shuffleboard and karaoke to keep you entertained, along with bites and burgers plus plenty of pizza courtesy Rocco’s Deli & Diner.

Point Blank Shooting is a virtual shooting range and bar. Designed to see if you’re a sharpshooter, the many levels will keep you and your teammates quick on the draw.

Roxy Ball Room is the home of booze and ball games, but there are pizzas and other street food faves to boost those all-important energy levels for the next tournament, be that ping pong, beer pong, shuffleboard or some ten-pin bowling magic.

Zap Graffiti is one of Liverpool’s most unique art venues, focused on showcasing graffiti designs and even giving you the option to pick up a spray can yourself. 

Home to two floors of immersive activities, Gravity MAX is Liverpool’s biggest multi-entertainment venue.