Birthday Night Out in Bristol
Looking for a unique way to make a birthday night out in Bristol truly unforgettable? How about getting locked up for the night!?
Grab your friends, breeze through the metal detector, and get ready to celebrate your special day with a twist at Bristol’s own Alcotraz Penitentiary; it’s hands down one of the most distinctive birthday venues in The West Country. Based in the beating heart of Bristol, our birthday party nights are tailor-made for groups looking for a thrill. Just make sure you have your escape plan ready before the night comes to an end…
An immersive birthday night out like no other
Welcome to Alcotraz, a theatrical night out that beats a typical speakeasy. We offer an unparalleled blend of immersive theatre and world-class concoctions, making it an ideal choice for birthday celebrations of any size.
What makes Alcotraz the perfect backdrop for a Bristol birthday bash is the intrigue, the adrenaline, and the excitement. As you approach your birthday celebrations, you’ll want to prepare for an adventure: your mission is to smuggle your drinks past the watchful eyes of the guards (some of whom may just be on your side) and into the hands of a cunning bootlegging gang. They’ll turn your contraband into sensational bespoke cocktails that’ll keep the party going all night long.
Upon entry to Cell Block Two-Two-Six, the guards will check you in and get you into your jumpsuits – but fear not, these guards are in on the fun and ready to make your night unforgettable. Just stay wary of the Warden; they have been tipped off about contraband in the cell block, and will look for any evidence to bring the smuggling operation down…
Based in the heart of Bristol, Alcotraz promises unforgettable memories and a taste of the forbidden, making birthday celebrations a truly unique experience.
Cast your own janitor!
Make the experience extra memorable, by assigning the birthday girl or boy a special character. Will they become the ‘Janitor’ or ‘Escape Artist’ who may just have the key to help all the inmates escape, or the ‘Mole’ who will need to keep their friends close and enemies closer.
Includes their own costume pieces during the show.
Simply add the option during checkout if it’s available!
Private Venue Hire
Perfect for the ultimate lock-in, hire an Alcotraz Cell Block, giving you and your fellow convicts the chance to exclusively experience life behind bars.
Take Home Apparel
Visit the Prison Commissary to shop for merchandise and apparel to buy in advance or on the night to remember the special occasion.
Get in touch
Tell us about your birthday night out and our team will get back to you as soon as possible.
No options for hire Friday evening or Saturday anytime.
For groups under 20 in size simply book below. For groups over 20 we recommend privately hiring the venue, unlocking exclusive benefits.
FAQs
For processing and conviction, we recommend that you wear light clothing as you will be required to wear a standard-issue Alcotraz orange jumpsuit (provided) for the duration of your stay.
Your experience will last 1 hour 45 minutes, and inmates will be provided with their own orange jumpsuit for the duration of their time behind bars.
Our standard-issue Alcotraz jumpsuits cater to all inmates, with sizes ranging from XS to 4XL. Please note that you are free to wear your jumpsuit as you wish to make it more comfortable, such as tying the arms around your waist.
The inmates you come across behind bars are highly skilled mixologists, and they work best with smuggled spirits. But, if you prefer wine or beer, this can also be served to you… If you can get it past the Warden.
If drinking isn't your thing, don't worry. The Alcotraz experience is exactly the same for non-drinkers as a huge part of your time behind bars is the immersive storyline that unfolds around you where you can interact with the storylines and the actors. For those not drinking liquor, there is no need to smuggle anything in and instead, you will receive x 4 expertly crafted mocktails included within the ticket price!
Our Bristol Cell Block is fully wheelchair accessible. If you’re attending with a wheelchair user, please contact us after your booking with your booking number.