If there is one question every adult asks at least once a week, it is this: what am I going to do after work?
Those hours after you clock out are precious. Every break is earned, weekends feel especially valuable, and while a night in always hits the spot, sometimes you want something more. Something that gets you out of the house, into the neighborhood, and doing something that actually feels fun.
If you are looking for new ways to fill your free time in Manchester, you are in the right place. From weeknight entertainment and local events to low-key self-care stops and social plans worth leaving the couch for, Manchester is blooming with options that make it easy to turn an ordinary evening into a highlight.
Whether you are planning a full night out or just need one good idea to break up the routine, these are five things people keep coming back to in Manchester right now.
You deserve some me-time. Or in the case of you and your friends, some we-time. Posh Skin Bar & Spa is one of Manchester’s go-to destinations for self-care. Book solo or group appointments and customize your experience by choosing from their menu of services.
What you can book:
Massages
Facials
Chemical peels
Waxing
Treatment packages (for individuals or groups)
Vitamin-rich IV drip
If you’re looking for a way to boost your immune system, sign up for a vitamin-rich IV drip. Want to just go in for a waxing? They have that too.
It’s time to unleash your competitive side, assemble a team, and put your knowledge to the test. Bar trivia has a way of bringing people together through a shared love of mostly useless information. Once you’ve gotten a taste, there’s no going back. You’ll be waiting eagerly for the next chance to climb the leaderboard. Luckily, Manchester makes it easy.
Start at Basic City on Tuesdays for an unbeatable night of cold beer and hot pizza, while you quietly debate which marsupial is native to Virginia. Win or lose, you’ve got another chance the very next night at Benchtop.
Play for prizes or just show up for a good time. Trivia in Manchester is always a smart move.
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(1) Basic City Beer, (2) Benchtop Brewing
Game Day at Ironclad Sports Bar & Grill
Where do you want to be when your team wins: at home, or surrounded by a room full of cheering fans with a plate of wings on the table? That’s what we thought.
Ironclad Sports Bar & Grill is Manchester’s home for every shutout win and painful overtime loss. There’s something special about cheering on your favorite team with a room full of strangers, it’s a great way to make friends, and maybe even a few rivals (if they’re on the wrong side of the punt).
What to expect:
TVs situated along every wall
TVs outside, too
Big energy at kick-off, tip-off, and beyond
A mixed forecast of loud triumphs and defeated sighs
Weather-permitting, they even have a cozy backyard with outdoor tvs where you can still watch the game.
Ironclad Sports Bar
Comedy Shows
Need a good laugh? Manchester is teeming with late-night comedy shows you’d be silly not to check out. Believe it or not, Richmond has a thriving comedy scene, and Manchester hosts some of the hottest tickets in town. Open mics and stand-up showcases can be found throughout the neighborhood if you know where to look.
If you’re looking for a low-effort plan with a guaranteed payoff, this is it.
Basic City Beer
Aerial Yoga Classes (and More) at Host of Sparrows Aerial Circus
You’ve heard of yoga, but have you ever tried aerial yoga? Here’s something you may not know about Manchester: we have an aerial circus.
Host of Sparrows Aerial Circus is a circus arts company right here in Manchester offering a wide variety of classes, including aerial yoga, aerial silks, trapeze, and more.
If you’ve ever wanted to witness beautifully executed aerial choreography or take a class in the circus arts, drive over to Host of Sparrows and make your dreams come true.
Host of Sparrows offers classes in:
Silks, Lyra, Rope
Static trapeze
Partner acrobatics
Contortion
Aerial yoga (and more!)
Why it’s worth it:
For 15 years, Host of Sparrows has provided an inclusive, empowering experience meant to challenge you within the boundaries of your own limits. Similar to yoga, these classes are a great way to develop core strength and stretch out those forgotten muscles, but with the added flair of learning an aerial routine.
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Ready to Plan Your Week?
Choosing how to spend your time can be a difficult undertaking, but it sure feels a lot easier now, doesn’t it?
