Networking Events: Alternatives to Alcohol Related Networking Events

Organising a networking event or even a team social? Want to be more inclusive? Think about including alcohol-free or low-alcohol events in your events schedule to ensure that there is something for everyone. There are lots of alternative events and activities you can try which step away from the standard drinks reception or a typical gathering in a bar.

We have started to pull together some suggestions for alternatives to networking “drinks”. Feel free to add your own in the comments (or drop us a line).

Fun & Games Activities

• Bowling
• Mini-Golf
• Ping Pong
• Darts
• Pool
• Axe-Throwing
• Go-Karting
• Virtual Reality Activities
• Escape Rooms
• Laser-Tag
• Board Games

Food Related Activities

• Pizza Making
• Cake Making
• Pasta Making
• Chocolate Making/Tasting
• Cheese Tasting

Alcohol-Free / Low Alcohol Versions of Traditional Drinking Events:

• Mocktails / Mocktail Making Classes
• Quizzes
• Tea Ceremonies
• Tea Making
• Coffee Making/Tasting

Learn Something New / Masterclasses

• Educational Seminars
• Golf Lessons
• Magic Tricks/Magician Masterclass

Sports

• Mixed Netball
• Mixed Football
• Rounders/Softball
• Mixed Cricket
• Touch Rugby

Arts & Crafts

• Pottery
• Painting
• Sculpting
• Drawing
• Hat-Making
• Flower arranging

Guided Tours

• Guided Walks
• Museums
• Galleries

Activity Days

• Paintballing
• Rock Climbing
• Surfing
• Sailing
• Activity Courses.

Add your own in the comments.