- Sentence: 1hr 45min
- Cell block: 1a Watson Street, Manchester M3 4EE, UK
- BYOB: Yes (Spirits only)
- Speakeasy prison cocktail bar
- immersive experience
- Includes: 4 cocktails
- Age: 18+
- Show times: Tues–Sun
From £41.96 PP
Enter Alcotraz: a covert prison cocktail bar with live actors, immersive storytelling, and bespoke cocktails. Smuggle in spirits and become part of the unfolding theatrical experience.
From £41.96 PP
Alcotraz Cell Block Three-Four promises to be one of the most unique cocktail bars in Manchester. Not only are you served delicious drinks, but you’ll also be invited to take part in a one-of-a-kind immersive experience with real actors. No two nights are the same in this immersive prison experience; our talented inmates will work with your personal interests, personalities and group dynamics to create incredible storylines that keep you on the edge of your seat. Will you become an inmate, the janitor, or even the mole? Use your talents to take down the Warden or discover a series of mini-missions hidden in your cell!
Your Mission Behind Bars
Once convicted, inmates are taken into an exciting world of mischief as they are instructed by a notorious bootlegging gang on the inside to smuggle-in liquor to be used to make delicious, bespoke cocktails. Be as creative as you can with your attempts to smuggle-in liquor. Alternatively, the crooked Guards are on your side and have a system for hiding contraband…
You won’t find a set menu of drinks here…after all, it is prison! Instead, the “serving” inmates will deliver a range of tailored cocktails every night based on the liquor you smuggle in and your tastes. As new inmates, expect to see your contraband liquor combined with liqueurs, bitters and hominid syrups to make bespoke, contemporary and classic cocktails perfect for your time behind bars.
Not your average bar
There’s certainly no shortage of quirky cocktail bars or places to drink in the Northern capital, which is why Alcotraz stands out from the crowd. Our skilled and highly trained mixologists can make a mean cocktail (or mocktail!) while our professional actors work hard to immerse you fully in this world behind bars.
You won’t just take your seats at a table in some crowded speakeasy bar; our impressive sets are highly detailed replicate jail cells, and you’ll be on set, in character in your very own jumpsuit. And from the second you enter, everyone you see within Alcotraz is a professional actor, dedicated to bringing you the best immersive experience possible with truly amazing entertainment. No two nights here are the same, and the storylines will play out with you as our main characters.
Perfect for any occasion
Whether you want to get fully involved and plot to take down the Warden, or you simply want to sit in your cell and watch the show play out in a unique speakeasy-style cocktail bar, there’s something for everyone at Alcotraz! For hen parties with a difference, a weird and wonderful date night, a far-from-boring work night out, or a private hire – your cell and jumpsuit awaits.
For an immersive theatrical experience and four bespoke cocktails. Upgrade to “The Associate” for a Prison Record Card souvenir with your photo, or go all-in with “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 Associate
Our advanced ticket type which includes:
Includes:
The Boss
Our ultimate ticket type which includes:
Make the experience extra memorable by assigning someone in your party their own unique character. And watch them play out an integral part of the immersive storyline.
Play a secret role for £11 per character. First come, first cast.
Costume pieces Included
*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.
Celebrate Christmas in style with a night at Alcotraz Manchester. Whether you’re booking a small gathering for your nearest and dearest partners in crime, or looking to hire the whole penitentiary for your corporate accomplices, we’ll have you locked up in no time.
Looking for a truly unique date night? Whether it’s your third or 30th date, treat your partner in crime to a date they will remember for 25 to life.
Celebrate a birthday night out with a twist. Gather your gang, breeze through the security checkpoint, and get ready for a birthday like no other.
Whether you want to spend your sentence scheming against the Warden, or simply enjoy a drink in the clink, Alcotraz offers the perfect packages for you and your teammates with fun missions and personalised plot lines that completely incorporate you and your whole company into the story.
Celebrate wed-lock with being locked-up. Grab your gang, line up below the metal detector and celebrate your hen do with something completely different at the flagship Alcotraz Penitentiary.
Alcotraz makes for an incredible location for a private hire, whether a private celebration, an amazing photoshoot location or a unique filming opportunity. Get in touch and have our team help arrange your event.
Give the gift of rehabilitation by sentencing a loved one to Alcotraz. Vouchers remain valid for one year from purchase.
Monday: Closed
Tuesday–Wednesday: 19:05–20:50
Thursday: 19:05–23:15
Friday: 12:00–23:15
Saturday: 12:00–23:15
Sunday: 14:15–20:50
What do I wear to Alcotraz?
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. For this reason, it’s best to avoid skirts or dresses if possible.
How long will I spend at Alcotraz Manchester?
Your immersive cocktail 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.
What size jumpsuits do you provide?
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.
What alcohol am I allowed to bring?
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.
Can I bring opened bottles of alcohol?
Alcotraz operates a closed bottle policy, meaning we will not accept any bottles previously opened. Please only bring new, unopened and sealed bottles.
If you have any alcohol left at the end of the experience, we will give you your bottle back. For this reason, we would advise you to bring screw-top bottles rather than anything with a cork.
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 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 respectfully and polite towards actors and the venue, then they run the risk of their experience being cut short.
What if I/someone in my group doesn't drink alcohol?
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 x4 expertly crafted mocktails included in the ticket price!
Is Alcotraz Manchester wheelchair-accessible?
Our Manchester Cell Block is on the first floor and we do have a lift to get to the first floor. However, the wheelchair will need to be left by the lift and the wheelchair user will need support for a short distance to get to their cell. On Friday and Saturdays, please book 1.05pm, 3.30pm, 5.55pm or 8.20pm.
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
What do I need to know before visiting?
Alcotraz Manchester is a strictly 18+ venue. Whilst visitors are encouraged to interact with our actors and fully immerse themselves in their new roles as Alcotraz inmates, abusive or inappropriate behaviour will not be tolerated, and we would ask that you don’t interrupt the show during times when the actors are performing in front of the whole audience (although you are welcome to chat to them at any other time). Visitors who violate these rules may be asked to leave the venue early.
Visitors will need tickets for each person attending – one ticket doesn’t mean one cell. A maximum of 6-7 guests can sit in each cell. Where possible, we will endeavour to seat groups together, but larger groups may need to sit in opposite or adjacent cells. When the venue is busy, smaller groups and couples may have to share a cell with other guests – but this can be a great opportunity to meet new people!
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.
