Non-Drinking Fun 🌃

Sweet Treats & Dessert Dates

Swap cocktails for cake? Yes please. Head to Kaspa’s Desserts in 12th Street for waffles, sundaes and over-the-top shakes, or swing by Creams Café at Xscape to indulge in all things sweet and gooey. They're open late, fun with friends, and perfect for an after-dinner treat or a sugar-fuelled night out.

Jump, Fly, Skate or Slide into Action

If you’re the type who can’t sit still, you’re in the right place. There are plenty of energetic options that’ll get your heart rate up — and give you loads to laugh about later.

• Snozone: Try skiing or snowboarding on real snow
• iFLY Indoor Skydiving: Feel the adrenaline without jumping out of a plane
• Gravity Trampoline Park: Bounce your way into a great mood (open until 8pm)
• Planet Ice: You can skate, late on Monday nights and Friday nights, until 10pm

It’s fun, it’s social, and it’s way more memorable than just “going for a drink”.

Pamper Nights & Glow-Ups

Why not use your evening to treat yourself?

• Enjoy facials, laser treatments or beauty services at Thérapie Clinic, Laser Clinics, H Beauty (all in centre:mk) or Navara (Midsummer Place).
• These beauty destinations aren’t open late every night — so definitely check ahead - but they’re ideal for an after-work reset or a pre-weekend boost.

Book & Board Game Lovers

Waterstone's in Milton Keynes hosts a variety of engaging events for book lovers and hobbyists alike. Each month, they run a Monday Games Night, welcoming tabletop enthusiasts to try out new games or bring along their favourites for an evening of fun and friendly competition. For readers, the store also offers dedicated Science Fiction & Fantasy and Romance Book Clubs, providing a relaxed space to dive into new titles, share opinions, and connect with fellow fans of each genre. Whether you're into dice rolls or dramatic plot twists, there's something for everyone to enjoy.

Get Entertained

Looking for a cultural night out? Milton Keynes Theatre is right in the heart of the city centre, offering everything from musicals and comedy to drama and dance. Grab a pizza or drink at their in-house bar and restaurant — but just remember, it only opens when a show is on. Or head to Cineworld at Xscape for a blockbuster fix — nothing beats the big screen for unwinding after a long day.

Compete Without the Cocktails

You don’t need to drink to have a blast - competitive socialising is one of the biggest trends in night-time fun, and MK City Centre has plenty of it. Challenge your mates to bowling at Lane7, Hollywood Bowl or Tenpin, get your golf game on at Mr Mulligans or Volcano Falls, or unleash your inner diva with karaoke at Lane7, Volcano Falls, or Tenpin. Check out our Competitive Socialising guide to see all the options.

Challenge Your Friends (Or Your Brain)

Get locked in (willingly!) with your crew at Locked In A Room, Escape Hunt, or Tenpin’s escape rooms. Or settle in for a night of arcade action, ping pong, or retro games across several venues around the city.

Slow Evenings & Great Conversations

If your ideal evening is chilled, chatty and caffeine-fuelled, you’re covered too. There are plenty of spots where you can enjoy a late coffee or soft drink:

• Grab a booth at Costa, Starbucks, or Caffè Nero, many of which stay open into the evening.
• Settle into the welcoming spaces at Cosy Club or Bill’s, perfect for a relaxed catch-up.
• Or head to one of the city centre’s many hotels — like Holiday Inn, Moxy, Leonardo, or Hotel La Tour - which have inviting lobbies and lounges, ideal for a comfy coffee and conversation.