Where to Make Queer Friends in Manchester (That Isn’t a Bar)

Making queer friends as an adult is hard enough—even more so when you’re not into bars or club nights. But friendship doesn’t have to be loud, late, or alcohol-fuelled. Here are some low-key, community-based ways to meet other queer women and non-binary people in Manchester.

Queer Hobby & Interest Groups

• Queer Hiking Manchester: Fresh air, friendly faces, and absolutely no dress code. A great way to chat while walking.

• Craft & Chat Nights: Hosted at local cafés and community spaces. Try Stitched Up or MakeSpace for crafty queer-friendly spaces.

Casual Meetups

• Coffee & Connect: Some groups offer regular drop-in café hangouts where the vibe is chill and the conversation is easy.

• Game Nights: Whether it's board games or Dungeons & Dragons, groups like Dice & Dykes bring queer people together over shared interests.

Volunteer & Mutual Aid Projects

Helping out is a great way to meet like-minded queers. Look into:

• LGBT Foundation Volunteering

• Queer Family Tea

• Manchester Mutual Aid

The best part? You don’t have to perform, impress, or be anyone but yourself.