Cosy nights out: Best group activities for winter

As the festive season rolls around, it’s time to swap outdoor fun for cosy group activities that keep everyone warm and entertained.

Whether you’re searching for large group activities with friends, festive outings with family or group activity ideas for the next office night out, there are endless ways to make the most of the colder months.

Bowling Nights Out: Warm, Fun & Festive

Hollywood Bowl Group Packages 

Indoors, social and perfect for all ages, you can’t go wrong with bowling as a winter activity. Hollywood Bowl offers great-value group packages for friends’ nights out, family gatherings or work socials. Check out our Christmas party packages and book now for a day or evening of non-stop festive fun.

Food, Drinks & Festive Atmosphere

Hollywood Bowl centres are built for Winter fun, with American-style diners, cocktails, seasonal food and drink specials. It is the perfect place to stay cosy and warm whilst spending quality time with friends or family.

Family and Team-Friendly Fun

Bowling is fun for everyone. It’s accessible and nostalgic, making it one of the best group activities for mixed ages or large groups.

Arcade Games & Winter Warmers

Retro and Interactive Arcade Fun

The fun doesn’t stop at bowling. Head to the Hollywood Bowl arcades for high-energy entertainment across hundreds of games. From retro classics to modern interactive games, consider an afternoon at the arcades next time you’re searching for group activities near me.

Pairing Games with Warm Drinks and Snacks

Looking for group activity ideas that you can do from the comfort of your own home? Get out the board games or games console and make your favourite warming drinks and comforting snacks for a cosy day of fun at home.

Escape Rooms & Puzzle Adventures

Immersive Indoor Experiences for Groups

Escape rooms are one of the most popular group activity ideas for this time of year. Whether you prefer sci-fi, horror, or adventure themes, immersive escape rooms challenge teamwork and communication – perfect for office icebreakers or for keeping little minds occupied.

Perfect for Friends, Families, or Office Teams

Whether you’re trying to fill the time on a rainy day during the school holidays or want a fun night out with friends, everyone will enjoy immersive escape room activities.

Festive Dining & Drinks Nights

Christmas Menus at Restaurants or Pubs

‘Tis the season for indulgence! Check out the festive menus at your favourite local pubs and restaurants to enjoy cosy nights by the fire, limited-edition menus and a Christmas carol or two

Tapas Nights, Pizza & Sharing Platters

Sharing-style dining is one of the best group activities for food-lovers. Tapas, pizza and mezze are top options for shared meals that are relaxed, delicious and social.

Combine Food with Nearby Activities

For the ultimate winter day out, spend the afternoon playing games and scoring strikes at Hollywood Bowl, before heading to our American-style diner for a delicious retro dinner.

Karaoke & Christmas-Themed Nights

Fun for Friends’ Nights Out

Whether you’re blasting Christmas classics or 90s throwbacks, karaoke bars are guaranteed fun. This is one of the best activities for large groups, as you can take turns on the microphone whilst everyone else enjoys a few drinks and sings along.

Ideal for Work Christmas Parties

Private karaoke booths are a popular choice for work Christmas parties – especially as an after-hours add-on to a meal out or evening spent bowling.

Indoor Adventure Fun

Mini Golf, Darts, and Laser Tag

Indoor adventure parks offer everything from glow-in-the-dark minigolf to team-based laser tag and high-tech darts. They make for brilliant large group activities when you’re looking for something exciting and immersive.

Hollywood Bowl or Puttstars Experiences

Hollywood Bowl and Puttstars Experiences are two of the most popular indoor adventure fun venues in the UK. At several Hollywood Bowl locations, we have bowling, arcades and mini-golf all under the same roof.

Indoor Trampolines or Activity Parks

For groups needing to burn off some energy, indoor trampoline and activity parks offer high-energy fun. This is a great group activity for when you have family staying over and want to get everyone out of the house and do something active.

Virtual Reality Experiences

Virtual reality (VR) experiences provide futuristic, immersive adventures that are perfect for tech-savvy kids and sci-fi-loving adults.

Team & Office Nights Out

Corporate Bookings for Christmas or Year-End Parties

There’s no better way to celebrate a year of hard work than by throwing a corporate Christmas party. At Hollywood Bowl, our corporate party packages include friendly competition, social sharing platters and free-flowing drinks (alcoholic or not!).

Planning the Perfect Winter Group Night

Booking Tips and Timing

Winter is a busy time for indoor venues, so whatever activity you choose, pre-booking ensures you won’t miss out – especially for larger groups.

Choosing Indoor Activities for Cold Weather

This time of year, it’s important to prioritise staying warm and cosy. Bowling, arcades, restaurants and escape rooms all make for great winter large group activities.

Combining Food, Drinks, and Fun for a Memorable Evening

Exciting entertainment, delicious food and relaxed social spaces are the key ingredients for any winter group activities. Start with mini-golf or bowling, then round the night off with a delicious meal or a few drinks at a cosy pub.

 

Ready to book the ultimate group activity for winter? A fun-filled day out at Hollywood Bowl is just one click away. Find your local centre now.