Taking part in Dry January 2024? We’ve got you covered.
Following a month or two of booze-fuelled Christmas celebrations, many people approach the new year with a renewed resolve.
The Dry January campaign is an ideal opportunity for those looking to reset and cut out the alcohol for a while.
According to Alcohol Change, 86% of Dry January participants save money, 70% have better sleep and 66% have more energy.
With sober culture in Manchester on the rise, we’re bringing you some of the best alcohol-free events and menus in town to help you on your way this January – without missing out on the legendary Manchester party scene.
Love From
Initially launched as a temporary two week pop up at Kampus in 2023, Love From proved so popular that they are extending their Manchester offer.
They will be staying at Kampus until March 2024, offering a solely alcohol-free drinks menu along with various events and creative workshops.
You can find out more about Love From here.
AF.ter Party
AF.ter Party has teamed up with Karl Considine from Love From to host a Dry January motivational celebration on 21 January.
With TEDx speaker and podcaster Jamie Lee Grace in attendance, it promises to be a feel-good afternoon from start to finish.
Find out more about AF.ter party here.
Flamingo AF
Flamingo AF is an alcohol-free movement connecting people who are sober, sober-curious or just wanting a night off the booze.
They host regular lively party events in the North West and will be holding their first birthday party in Manchester on 3 Feb (not technically January but close enough) at Club Area.
Learn more about Flamingo AF here.
Dry Wave
Dry Wave hosts professional club nights celebrating sober culture right across the UK.
Previous events have featured entertainment from DJ Pied Piper, N- Trance and Lisa Mafia to ensure that the evening popped off in style.
Keep an eye on their events page here for upcoming club dates across Greater Manchester.
Sober SunGay Lunch
Hosted by Sober Gay Socials, the SunGay Lunch is taking place at The Wharf Manchester on 7 January at 1pm.
It’s a fabulous opportunity to connect with like-minded people and kick off the year with a hearty alcohol-free lunch.
Find out more about the sober lunch event here.
Canto Restaurant
Not exclusively dry, however, this Mediterranean tapas restaurant in Ancoats deserves a mention for their impressive mocktail menu and alcohol-free beer selection.
With offerings such as the Basil Limonata and Sin-gria, it’s a great option for an upmarket alcohol-free brunch.
You can find their menus here.
Schofields Bar
This charming bar is located on the corner of Manchester’s iconic Sunlight House.
Boasting a dedicated temperance menu (one of the oldest forms of alcohol-free botanical drinks), you can take your pick from a selection of carefully curated booze-free tipples.
Find out more about Schofields Bar here.
Feel Good Club
Known locally for its inclusive community events and inspirational messaging, Feel Good Club has a dedicated alcohol-free and low alcohol menu which includes seasonal IPA’s, cocktails, spirits and 0.4% brooklyn special effect draught.
Find the Feel Good Club menu here.
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