Sober Nightlife in Bristol
Posted on: 28 Nov 2017Aaah Bristol! The city known far and wide for its forever fabulous nightlife. With hundreds of venues and bars host to a slew of fantastic events, Bristol dwellers bask in the evening glory of a bar…or a rave, spending the afterhours alongside a boozy beverage.
But it would be rude to not include our sober friends in our evening endeavours. Who for whatever reason, chose not to drink.
Here are some of the best things to do around the city in the evenings, that don’t involve alcohol!
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Visit one of the city’s many Shisha bars
Shisha cafes are full with gorgeous smells and edible treats. They offer many options for non-alcoholic beverages like fresh fruit juices and hot drinks as well as delicious cakes, waffles, ice creams and more.
Most are open late. Here's a list of some of the best:
Pasha Turkish Breakfast and Shisha Lounge
Visit one of the games cafes
Think old-school arcade games galore! Kongs is the go-to establishment to ignite your playful side. They have a range of 80’s and 90’s retro games like Donkey Kong, Street Fighter 2 and Pac-Man to name only a few.
Boasting an extensive gaming selection such as ping-pong, cards and more! They also host regular live music sessions to enjoy.
Sit back with a hot drink and challenge your company to a spot of Battlestar Galactica or Ninja Camp… they have hundreds of weird and wonderful board games to bring out your inner (or outer) competitiveness.
Go bowling at The Lanes
The Lanes is the city’s favourite independent bowling alley and venue. With five bowling lanes, a diner, karaoke room and pool tables it’s perfect for all types of sober activities.
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Go to see a film
Visit they city’s favourite independent cinema The Watershed, where they have a whole host of unique, old and contemporary films to view.
The Cube cinema is also a favourite for left-field film lovers, showcasing some of the best cult and world movies. They also have live cabaret and music from time to time. If you’re feeling fancy why not go to the Everyman cinema, and be waited on whilst you watch.
The other cinemas in central Bristol are: The Odeon and The Showcase
Mini Golf in Cabot Circus
Jungle Rumble Adventure Golf is located on the top floor of Cabot Circus. There is an extensive 18 hole course featuring a volcano and other jungle ramblings, as well as a café and games area. It is open till 11pm, ideal for some late evening sillyness.
Comedy nights and live magic shows
Check out some stand- up comedy at Rip Roar Comedy Club. Every third Sunday of the month Nova also host a stand-up amateur comedy evening which is free to watch.
Smoke and Mirrors is the city’s number one magic bar, with live shows at your table and weekly comedy events. Head over to our weekly listings to see whats on.
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Visit the theatre
Check out all of the wonderful theatres for up and coming shows. The Hippodrome, The Redgrave, Bristol Old Vic, Tobacco Factory, The Wardrobe, and Circomedia for some dance and circus acts.
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Try your patience inside an escape room
One for the thrill seekers, enter the real-life escape game where you have 60 minutes and a whole load of clues to help you get out of the locked room!
Behold! Bristol’s largest escape room experience with 8 heavily themed escape rooms filled with puzzles for you to figure out.
If you know of more activities to add to the list - give us a shout!
Don’t forget to check our site for the low-down on all of the best weekly events happening around the city.
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Hannah recently graduated with a degree in English with Writing. She is an avid writer, freelancer and creative. She is currently writing her first full-length novel and a collection of poetry. Always out and about in Bristol's music scene, she attends music events on a weekly basis.
