Bars With Entertainment In London

Whether it's live music or DJs you get the chance to skate to, Flipper's Roller Boogie Palace is providing you with all the entertainment to go along with your activity. Then, refuel at the American diner and bar when you're done.

Throwing darts at a board just went next level. Changing the world of social gaming in London and revolutionising the game of darts itself, we present to you Flight Club. Come here for your standard boozing activities with the added extra of playing darts where the game is radically digitised and packed with fun for beginners and experts alike. 

Ping pong bars are all the rage in London right now, and Bounce is one of the best spots for it in the city. This underground haven, just down the road from Old Street, features 17 tables that can host up to 20 guests at one time, and the table service policy means you can set up camp beside your table and order in the traditional Italian pizzas and gin cocktails.

Alcotraz: Cell Block Two-One-Two is an immersive cocktail bar that throws you into America's most notorious prison. Found in Shoreditch, this themed hangout sees you smuggling contraband booze past the warden, which will then be shaken up into bespoke cocktails by the bent guards.

Alongside a fantastic range of delicious drinks and delectable dishes, this live music party spot offers its guests an evening bursting full of smooth semi-tones and perfect pitches. The musicians in the House of Song only play songs requested by the audience, so look no further for a night of metropolitan style and superb sounds. 

London Cocktail Week 2024 is back and hundreds of the best bars in the city are getting involved. Grab a £20 wristband to secure £8 signature tipples over 11 days from Thursday the 3rd of October onwards. Really get to know the London hospitality scene and keep an eye out for loads of events, immersive pop-ups and one-off experiences taking place over the week too. 

This West London spot has everything you need for a fun and jam-packed evening of entertainment. Flit between the venue's ice skating rink and bowling alleys before refuelling in the VIP lounge with food from MEATLiquor or one of the other food and cocktail stalls housed within the joint. 

Nothing beats a great karaoke bar in London when it comes to something outrageously fun on a night out. Lucky Voice, with its private booths for singing and partying, is an absolute favourite for a group night out and a great opportunity to test out that Whitney ballad you've spent so long practising in the shower... 

If great beer and pies weren't entertainment enough, wait until you hear about what The Spread Eagle has inside of it. Despite offering the best ale and great homemade pies, the Grade II listed building also has a playhouse, featuring the best in theatre, comedy and film.

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Nestled on Old Compton Street is Swift Soho, a bar spread over two floors promising European aperitvo vibes and plenty of live music come Sunday. You'll find jazz and ragtime musicians take to the stage for your pleasure, while you revel in Art Deco interiors and sip on bespoke concoctions. From the matcha and Jameson Black Barrel Irish whiskey-based Chiffon to the spicy Shanghaied, there's plenty to choose from. 

'Elegant' and 'suave' are the only words that really do The Candlelight Club justice. With a strict 1920s dress code and brilliant swing bands framing the evening with an unforgettable soundtrack, you'll feel as if you're in a F. Scott Fitzgerald novel.   

With its ping pong and foosball tables, famous shot wheels and DJs spinning tunes until the early hours, it's practically impossible to leave Nordic Bar without a smile on your face. It also serves up some of the best Scandi food, drink and party vibes.

From Tower Hill to Canary Wharf and Westminster, there are all sorts of locations for you to enjoy an oompah band every Thursday or Saturday - and you've got Munich Cricket Club to thank. Think sloshing steins, munching Bavarian food and enjoying a knees-up. 

After house party vibes without having to endure the clean up afterwards? Head east where you'll find this slinky spot within The Old Truman Brewery. There's tasty food, classic cocktails and live music with a Funktion One sound system.

Tank and Paddle Bishopsgate is the kind of venue that welcomes everyone with a huge hug. Spend your evening sipping on award-winning craft brews and stone-baked pizzas whilst picking between a plethora of board games or challenging mates to shuffleboard. 

Entertainment doesn't get much cooler than Avora, the immersive experience in Hoxton which transports you to a whole new planet. Brought to you by the creators of Alcotraz and Moonshine Saloon, this magical destination involves donning custom-made jumpsuits and exploring a mystical woodland area while completing laboratory missions along the way. Engage with a range of actors and discover the secrets of this world, while sipping on three bespoke cocktails throughout. Even better? Every ticket sold to this event results in a tree being planted.

BAM Karaoke Box has it all - from being the largest venue of its kind in Europe to serving some sensational food and drinks in the process. Hit up this eclectic playground, laced with hedonistic paintings scrawled across with bright pink lettering, shiny embellishments and animal print furnishings to sing your heart out in one of 22 individually designed rooms. Then, munch on some dainty European fare paired with Champagne and cocktails, before getting involved with a late-night DJ session. 

The best kind of bar entertainment involves activities you can really get stuck into, which is why The Golf Groove is such a hit. Get inside the virtual bays to take on games and challenges, all while sipping drinks. Better yet, there's even a restaurant too.

The authentic pizzas and bespoke cocktails at Old Street Records are one thing, but they're kind of secondary when compared to the live music. Come along on any given night and expect to see EP launches, new bands and established acts taking to the stage in a venue renowned for its record-store-realness.

Located just a short walk from Temple Underground Station, Salsa isn't just a great place for South American bites and punchy bespoke cocktails, guests can also soak up the authentic Latin party vibes and get involved with salsa lessons for all levels.

The Old Blue Last on Great Eastern Street is a legendary venue that has hosted big names like Arctic Monkeys, Amy Winehouse, and Florence + The Machine. With a well-stocked bar and free gigs upstairs, it's the perfect spot for a night of rock and roll.

With a stellar line up of West End singers and performers, this fun bar in Clapham promises nothing but unforgettable nights filled with dancing and experiential cocktails. They also host a regular roster of eclectic events that'll have you coming back for more.

If you're looking for a party bar with a little extra oomph, Bat & Ball is killing it the activity department. Not only does it boast championship-sized ping pong tables and pool, but also beer pong and karaoke. You can also choose from an epic lineup of boozy bevs, as well as Neapolitan-style pizzas.

It's all popping off at Simons in Camden Town on Saturdays with live music from 5pm 'til 7pm. Join the eclectic venue famed for its amazing happy hours and delight in nostalgic decor and great tunes. You'll find the neon-drenched bar serving up 2-4-1 cocktails from 3pm 'til 8pm, as well as £3 bottles of beer and £12 glasses of wine. 

The Street Easy is the place to be on a Saturday night thanks to its Rhythm & Session - tickets start from a tenner each to an event filled with moresih street food and signature rum-based cocktails. Sip on a Papa's Old Fashioned or Sherry Amour as you get down to music from a live jazz band. 

When it comes to bars with entertainment in London, no one does it quite like Bloomsbury Bowling Lanes. Whether you're looking to bowl, bat, drink, dance or sing, they've got it all at this great venue.

One of the most bustling bars in East London thanks to their exotic, eccentric charms, Floripa is a colourful arena of antics. From live music and feather-clad Brazilian dancers, to open mic and burlesque nights, no two evenings at Floripa are the same thanks to their ever changing roster of events.

Ricco Lounge is a luxury cocktail bar with entertainment, which you can find nestled between Kensington and Shepherd's Bush. Not only has it got pre-club shows and performances, but the DJ will take you right through the night across the gorgeous Art Deco space.

Looking for an evening hotspot to unwind in central London? Tucked away on Charles Street, The Terrace Bar at The Chesterfield Mayfair is kitted out in dark wood panelling, plush armchairs, moody lighting and swish vibes. As it offers live music during the week, with jazz on Wednesdays and a live singer and pianist on the weekends, it's the perfect spot to cosy up with your boo and groove to the top-notch live entertainment on offer.

Put the fun and games back into your East London night out at Four Quarters. The legendary South London spot has opened a second venue in Hackney Wick and will be serving all the usual mix of local craft beer and cracking retro arcade games.

Act Bar in Notting Hill is not only whipping up a glorious range of cocktails, but they are bringing a bootload of entertainment too. Take a seat in their stylish space to enjoy some top-notch tunes from performers and live DJs, as microphones are set to loud alongside sublime Indian small plates.

Get your burlesque kicks at this impressive bar in Brixton as The Courtesan aren't just churning out the finest in dim sum and Asian drinks, there's a whole roster of burlesque performers and entertainment in store.

Bowling is a classic pastime; everyone loves it and everyone knows it, but what if some of the coolest bars in London boasted their own alleys? Heralded for their lanes, not only does All Star provide strike-worthy entertainment, there are also burgers, beers and more across Stratford, Holborn, White City and Brick Lane.

Spend your evening drinking and putt-ing your way to glory at plonk, a brilliant crazy golf venue. With bars across London, the hands-on spot is a must for fun date nights and entertaining afternoons with your bubble.

This isn't your average bar with entertainment in London, oh no. Hijingo is an absolute must for thrilling bingo topped off with special effects, crystal clear sound design, hilarious live hosts and show-stopping refreshments. 

The wild, weird imagination of youth meets the sleek, sexy vibes of adulthood at Soho's Cirque Le Soir. Decorated as a lively circus, and bursting full of character, you'll be thoroughly entertained at this exclusive venue. Whether you're being chased by a snake charmer or having your fortune read by their resident mystic, the devil-may-care ambience is something well worth experiencing.  

For one hell of a banger, Blues Kitchen Camden features amazing artists and live music, alongside cracking cocktails. Along with its food and drink offering, expect to shake it on the dancefloor all evening long while munching on late-night eats.

Situated in Fitzrovia, Sican is a grand shout for dinner, a buzzing atmosphere and a show. Pairing Japanese and Peruvian cuisine, the venue also slings out the best cocktails. We recommend trying the wasabi margarita, Picchu sour or gimlet.

If vinyl-only tunes sound like your idea of entertainment? Then you should be hitting up 26 Curtain Road in Shoreditch. The cool yet cosy space isn't just known for music either, as craft beer is plentiful, wine flows and premium spirits also feature.

Looking for bars with entertainment in Central London? The Rialto Backstage Bar has a plethora of casino games to explore at your leisure. That's not all though, as this unique haunt offers live music nights, classic cocktails and a range of international eats.  

As a London cocktail bar that plays host to the UK's only indoor petanque court, and boasting a wide range of pastis and absinthe-infused drinks to give its guests a taste of the Provence in the summer; this is a sure choice for one of the best bars with entertainment in London. As a popular private hire venue over the weekend (no minimum spend), this place is sure to fill up quickly.

Whether you're looking to watch the best football teams in the world battle it out, or want to have a bash at beer pong, Belushis Hammersmith will keep you partying for hours. The sports bar packs a punch with plenty of themed nights, American bites, and DJs til late, there's also sister venues in Camden, Greenwich and Shepherd's Bush.

Brought to you by the brains behind Flight Club comes Electric Shuffle, a new social sports bar bringing back the traditional game of shuffleboard. With 10 different tables to choose from, you can also fuel up on the brand's popular pizza paddles whilst quaffing on creative cocktails. 

Nightjar is a Shoreditch and Soho speakeasy with an atmosphere so magical you'll pinch your arm to make sure you aren't hallucinating. It has perfected the 1920's scenery with crooning jazz, candle light, classy cocktails and swing bands playing at weekends. Why not tuck into some of their renowned libations, kick back, and enjoy this vintage affair?

Head over to the Shepherd's Bush area to find The Pocket Watch, a cosy local pub flaunting comfy leather seating, traditional wooden furnishings and a cracking international menu - from Thai green curry to barbecue chicken wings.

Sip happy hour cocktails, real ale or craft beer while listening to local artists perform on stage or taking part in a quiz night.

Secret spot Evans & Peel Detective Agency fronts live jazz, blues and swing every night. Head through the hidden door and you'll uncover a Prohibition-style drinking den, where bootleg liquor is whipped up into some heady cocktails.

Pacific Tavern is a coastline-inspired bar located between Canada Water and Surrey Quays. It sports super cosy interiors, from its roaring fireplace to its emerald green walls and bare-brick pillars. Swing by to catch some live music throughout the week, and tuck into a creative menu featuring grilled sweet potato and chilli beans, chicken with miso and mole rojo, plus kimchi slaw. 

This brilliantly unique gem of a spot is sure to have you feeling right at home and keep you coming back for more. Designed to imitate a flat, you can grab some toast in the kitchen, have a cuppa with friends in the sitting room or head downstairs to the party den, complete with a DJ booth and vinyl station, and sip on cocktails whilst playing poker, backgammon or messing around in the fancy dress box. 

If you're on the hunt for fun bars in London? Check out Fairgame, a funfair-themed watering hole, complete with games such as Whac-A-Mole and Shoot The Clown. There's also plenty of street food and cracking cocktails to get stuck into.

A unique venue completely centred around the beautiful game (of ping pong), Bounce combines quality wiff waff, tasty cocktails and awesome music to create one of the most active bars in London. For a night out with a side of competitive edge, Bounce is certainly the one for you.

'Creative Socialising' is the central theme behind this South London spot, not only a brunch favourite in the Balham area, The Exhibit is coming up in the acvitity department with life drawing, cinema screenings, karaoke and summer antics aplenty.

Looking for something totally different for your next night out in Shoreditch? Ballie Ballerson is making sure your evening is never boring, offering you a mega, adult-sized ball pit to play in. Even better, it has cracking cocktails, tasty pizzas and banging tunes available throughout.

From friendly bartenders to late-night piano parties, there's always something to keep you entertained at Covent Garden Social Club. A hub for all things music and cocktails, it's the perfect spot for a fun London date night, or a quirky evening with pals.