About us
Welcome to Bants and Bash π
Bants and Bash is all about real-life social experiences β fun games, cheeky competition, and good vibes. We create easy, interactive events that help people meet, connect, and actually enjoy their time out.
Whether youβre coming solo, with friends, or as part of a team, our events are designed to break the ice naturally. Most people attend alone β the games and formats do the talking for you.
Why Bants and Bash?
Because swiping is boring, forced networking is awkward, and nights out should be more than loud music and long queues. At our events, youβll:
β’ Meet people you genuinely enjoy talking to
β’ Take part in fun, social & competitive games
β’ Share banter, laughs, and memorable moments
β’ Leave with real connections β not just photos
What kind of events do we run?
π³ Bowling socials
π± Pool & games nights
π― Darts tournaments
π Ping pong battles
π€ Karaoke nights
πΎ Arcade & retro games
π» Beer pong & drinking games
π Team sports & mini tournaments
π Trivia & themed socials
Some events are competitive, some are chilled, most are a mix β all built around connection first.
Regular events, always something fresh
We host frequent events across Manchester and beyond, from casual socials to full-on tournaments and themed nights. Come alone or bring your crew β everyone gets involved.
Important: how to stay in the loop
Meetup is used for event listings, but our WhatsApp groups are where priority updates, early-bird tickets, and last-minute announcements are shared first.
π Main Bants and Bash WhatsApp (all events & priority updates):
https://chat.whatsapp.com/ImObkWm9TYCKGqfIN3zoVl
π Women-Only Bants and Bash WhatsApp Group π―ββοΈ
For female-focused socials, women-only events, and plus-one perks:
https://chat.whatsapp.com/DvN1dcP2iaeLj2j9gaIdC1
Community vibes
Weβre big on inclusivity, respect, and good energy. No drama, no negativity β just fun, friendly people and great experiences.
If youβre looking for something more interactive, social, and memorable than a standard night out, youβre in the right place.
Letβs play, compete, laugh, and connect.
See you at an event soon π
Team Bants and Bash π
Upcoming events
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Meet New People in Manchester | Friday Night Social
9inety6ix, 3 Jack Rosenthal St, Manchester M15 4RA, UK, Manchester, GBπ― Bants & Bash: Friday Night Darts Social
Interactive Darts β’ Pool β’ Sharing Platters β’ Full Bar β’ Good Vibes
π 9inety6ix, First Street, Manchester
π Friday 18th September 2026
π 7:00 PM β 10:30 PM
ποΈ TICKET REQUIRED β A MEETUP RSVP ALONE DOES NOT GUARANTEE ENTRY
ποΈ Get your ticket here:
https://fatso.ma/f982h
Manchester's Most Underrated Social π
Looking to meet new people in Manchester without the awkwardness?
We're back with another Bants & Bash Friday night social β this time at 9inety6ix, First Street for an evening of interactive darts, pool, food, drinks and meeting new people naturally. π―
Whether you're coming solo or with friends, this is a relaxed, social-first night where the games make it easy to get talking.
No awkward networking.
No pressure.
No cliques.
Just good people, games and good vibes. π
π― Interactive Darts
We'll have 3+ interactive dart lanes available throughout the evening.
You absolutely don't need to be good at darts π
The whole point is to get involved, mix with different people and have a laugh.
Expect friendly competition, questionable throws and plenty of banter ππ―
π± Pool
Fancy switching things up?
We'll also have a pool table available during the evening, giving you another easy way to jump into a game and meet people.
π Sharing Platters
We'll also have sharing food available for the group during the evening, including:
π Chicken Wings
π Fries
π§ Onion Rings
π₯¦ Cauliflower Bites
Food is shared between attendees and available while supplies last.
πΉ Full Bar
There'll be a full bar available throughout the evening, so grab whatever you fancy and settle in for the night.
Drinks are purchased separately from the venue.
π― What's Included
π― 3+ Interactive Dart Lanes
π± Pool Table
π Sharing Platters
π Bants & Bash Social
π A relaxed atmosphere where you can actually talk and meet people
πΉ Full bar available all night
π«Ά A lot of our guests come completely solo.
So don't worry if you don't know anyone beforehand β that's completely normal at Bants & Bash.
The activities are there to make meeting people easier, and you'll usually find yourself chatting and playing with people within the first few minutes.
Whether you're new to Manchester, want to expand your social circle, or just fancy doing something different next Friday, come join us. π
ποΈ Tickets
β¨ Β£6 Early Bird
β¨ Β£8 Standard
β¨ Β£10 Final Release
Early Bird tickets are limited, so once they're gone, the next ticket tier applies.
π Friendly, respectful and platonic vibes only.
Bants & Bash is a social event, not a dating event.
ποΈ IMPORTANT: YOU MUST PURCHASE A TICKET TO ATTEND. RSVPING ON MEETUP IS NOT A TICKET.
ποΈ Book here:
https://fatso.ma/f982h10 attendees
Past events
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