Looking for a unique way to make a birthday night out in Bristol truly unforgettable? How about getting locked up in a prison cocktail bar and conspiring to take down the corrupt Warden!?
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. Based in the beating heart of Bristol, our birthday party nights are tailor-made for groups looking for a thrill. Join us for delicious, bespoke cocktails and immersive prison-themed storylines that feature you and your friends as the main characters!
What makes Alcotraz the perfect backdrop for a Bristol birthday bash is the intrigue, the adrenaline, and the excitement. From smuggling in your own liquor to dodging the Warden and sipping bespoke cocktails behind bars, every moment is packed with playful suspense and unforgettable fun – the ultimate way to celebrate your big day.
As you approach your birthday celebrations, you’ll want to prepare for an adventure: your mission is to smuggle your drinks inside (with the help of the crooked prison guards) 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…
Do you have what it takes to conspire against the Warden? Perhaps the evidence you seek is hidden right in your cell, alongside a range of other exciting mini-missions and Easter eggs for you to discover.
Based in the heart of Bristol, Alcotraz promises unforgettable memories and a taste of the forbidden, making birthday celebrations a truly unique experience. Offering the perfect blend of delicious cocktails and immersive theatre, Alcotraz Penitentiary is the best cocktail bar in Bristol for true crime fans looking for a one-of-a-kind birthday night out.
And no matter whether you prefer to get stuck into our storylines or just have a quiet drink in the clink, our talented actors will tailor your experience to your personal interests, group dynamics and personalities – and the preferences of the birthday boy or girl, of course!
For an immersive theatrical experience and four bespoke cocktails. Upgrade to “The Boss” for canteen sweets and a branded Alcotraz mug. Some perks are worth the extra time.
*1 ticket per convict.
*Please bring your own bottle of liquor to smuggle past the Warden with the help of the Guards of Alcotraz!
The Rookie
Our basic ticket type which includes:
The Boss
Our ultimate ticket type which includes:
Make the experience extra memorable by assigning the birthday boy or girl their own unique character. With three characters to choose from, “the Janitor”, “the Mole” or “the Escape Artist”, watch them play out an integral part of the immersive storyline.
Includes their own costume pieces during the show.
*Add during checkout if available.
The Janitor
Perfect for those looking to stitch up one of their gang. Includes your own costume pieces during the show. The Warden has made the external janitorial team redundant and has off-loaded the task to the inmates. Whilst it may appear this individual draws the short straw, it may just be they have the key to help all the inmates escape once and for all.
The Mole
Perfect for those looking to get a little more out of their immersive experience. Includes your own unique storyline path. Your identity will help build some relationships and destroy others, so choose wisely who to reveal this to. Remember, keep your friends close and your enemies closer.
The Escape Artist
Perfect for those looking to get a little more out of their immersive experience. Includes your own costume piece used throughout the show. Having successfully broken out of their last three Penitentiaries the Warden will be keeping a watchful eye on this person but there may also be some inmates who are interested in their particular set of skills.
How long will I spend at Alcotraz?
Your birthday sentence will last 1 hour and 45 minutes. During this time, you’ll don your prison jumpsuit, smuggle in your contraband, conspire with fellow inmates, and enjoy delicious cocktails – all while evading the watchful eye of the Warden!
What should I wear to Alcotraz?
We would recommend light clothing because you’ll be given an orange prison jumpsuit to wear whilst serving your sentence. Whilst dresses and skirts aren’t ideal, they can be tucked in if necessary.
What jumpsuit sizes are available?
All inmates are welcome! We provide prison jumpsuits in a wide range of sizes – from XS to 4XL – to ensure that everyone feels comfortable during their sentence. You can also get creative with how you wear your jumpsuit, such as by tying the arms around your waist.
How much does it cost?
Alcotraz tickets are £48.50, plus a £3.80 booking fee. This price includes approximately four personalised cocktails made with your smuggled-in liquor, plus a fully immersive experience involving highly talented actors, unique storylines and impressive set design.
Is alcohol included?
Your mission is to smuggle in the alcohol, but we’ll provide cocktail mixers, liqueurs, bitters and syrups (included in your ticket price) to create delicious cocktails with your contraband.
What drinks can I smuggle in?
It’s your birthday, so sneak in whatever you want! Our talented bartenders work best with spirits, but they can create delicious drinks from a huge range of ingredients – including wine or beer.
How do I smuggle in alcohol?
Don’t worry – the guards are on your side and will help you smuggle in your contraband! Smaller bottles can be smuggled in coat pockets or handbags, but if you don’t have anything to conceal your alcohol with, the guard checking you in may be able to provide some props to help…
Once you’re in, our talented inmates-turned-mixologists will take your alcohol from you to create delicious, bespoke cocktails tailored to your preferences and any dietary restrictions. Just remember to hide your cocktails from the Warden or convince them you’re actually enjoying some “chicken soup”!
How many drinks are included?
Inmates get approximately 4 personalised cocktails delivered by our expert mixologists, using the liquor you smuggle in with you. All liqueurs, bitters, syrups and other ingredients that go into making your gang’s delicious cocktails are included in the ticket price, so all you need to bring is the liquor of your choice.
Do I need to get involved if I don't want to?
Alcotraz is an immersive experience where guests get absorbed into a storyline that is brought to life around them through characters including the Warden, the Guards and Inmate Cassidy – all played by actors.
Those that really want to get involved will soon be trying out their American accent and telling the Warden what they are in for!
Those that would prefer to sit back and enjoy are welcome to do that too, whilst enjoying personalised cocktails in this unique and fun world.
Is it scary?
Alcotraz may be an immersive experience, but it’s not scary. We have actors working inside the prison who help bring to life a fun, lighthearted experience for guests. However, if at any time guests do not act respectful and polite towards actors and the venue, then they run the risk of their experience being cut short.
What if I don't drink alcohol?
Alcotraz accommodates both boozy and sober nights out. Non-drinkers don’t need to smuggle in any contraband, and you’ll receive four expertly crafted mocktails instead during your sentence – all included in the ticket price! You’ll still be fully involved and immersed in the prison storyline, so this shouldn’t impact your overall experience.
Is there a minimum or maximum group size?
Whether you’re hosting a big birthday bash or an intimate celebration with a couple of friends, we’ve got you covered here at Alcotraz Bristol. There’s no minimum group size, but we have a maximum group size of 30 for a public experience. For groups with 30+ guests, you can privately hire the venue.
For small groups, we will do our best to ensure you have your own cell, but this isn’t always possible. Cells can seat a maximum of 6 or 7 guests, so if you have a larger group, we will do our best to seat you in adjacent or opposite cells.
I'm a group of 8 or more, can I reserve tickets before I buy or pay a deposit?
In some cases, we allow reservations of Alcotraz tickets in order to give you time to collect the money from your fellow fugitives – so you can pay for all in one transaction.
We can offer the above if your group size is 8 or more and your event date is 2 or more months away.
Your payment date will be set as the 3rd of next month (after pay day) and if not paid by this date, the link will then expire. We may not be able to issue you a new link if there are not enough tickets left after this or your event date is too close.
If you would like to go ahead, please email thewarden@alcotraz.co.uk the below information:
– Event Date
– Start time
– Number of people
– Full name
Is Alcotraz Bristol wheelchair-accessible?
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.
Do you offer payment plans or split payments?
Currently, we do offer Klarna as a payment option for splitting or spreading payments when booking for London, Liverpool or Bristol and when your order is £350 or more (8 or more Rookie Tickets).
At this time, this option is not available for Brighton, Cardiff or Manchester.
Can I cancel or reschedule?
Unfortunately we are unable to refund or cancel bookings, however, it is possible to move your booking to another day if we are given appropriate notice depending on your group size. If your group is 5 or less, please provide 48 hours notice prior to your visit. If your group is 6 or more, please provide 96 hours notice prior to your visit. Any purchases made individually will be treated as part of the wider group that they were looking to attend with. If you happen to make your booking within this time period then unfortunately an exchange is not possible. If the appropriate notice applies to your group size then please email thewarden@alcotraz.co.uk to complete an exchange.
