Chat, Drink and Dance

If you're looking to boogie to certified classics, get yourself down to One Ninetyfour, Piccadilly. This brilliantly bougie venue is coming alive with Leo Green Presents The Secret Sax Party.

Expect world-class saxophone, incredible vocalists and a powerhouse of a band. Tickets to this night of sensational performance and soulful improvisation from one of the country's most dynamic musical directors are all yours for just £30.

Dirty Martini has incredible cocktails and a cool interior for a bit of London glitz and glam. Enjoy the Happy Hours, stylish surroundings and commercial music DJs at this dance and drink bar. Definitely one of the best of the Dirty Martinis, their venues never disappoint and are always a fun night out. 

With stages, dancefloors and bustling outdoor areas, Pop Brixton really has got it all. This event space is constructed from old shipping containers, painted in colourful patterns and housing independent shops, restaurants, bars and more. There are plenty of pints and refreshing cocktails to get stuck into, as well as a range of enticing street food - we're talking halloumi wraps, lamb jalfrezi burgers or pad Thai. What's more, you can often catch live music and cultural festivals here too.

If you're looking for great convo, country music and top notch liquor, Lil' Nashville's got you covered. At the Big Nash Bash, you can tuck into perfectly charred BBQ, do-si-do to live music and watch line dancing legends up on stage.

Whether you're flying solo, on a date or out with mates, head here for some honky tonk in the heart of London. Tickets start from just £27.50.

Core brings a fresh, infectious approach to partying in the City. Mingle with a stylish and fun-loving crowd while you work your way through their quirky list of trademark cocktails or enjoy a chilled craft beer! The party comes into its element when the sun goes down, and there's the chance to book a private booth, table or private room if you feel like going all out.

The Horatia N7 has a plethora of music-fuelled events and parties in London. From ukelele-themed shindigs to strictly vinyl celebrations with live tunes, this crackin' hub boasts it all. And for £15? You'll get free entry, a bourbon burger and a drink.

With a cool themes and locations across London, The Cocktail Club are all about the good times. Grab a tray of shooters and get ready to toast the night away.

A chilled-out event that's also totally free to attend, The Elmhurst in Tottenham are hosting a free garden party this bank holiday. Plus, all their cocktails are on a two-for-one offer throughout.

Tuck into their tasty barbecue, and groove to tunes from live DJs. Expect reggae, street soul, jazz, disco and much more, following a carnival theme.

The bold interior and attractive central location make Gigi's a popular bar for drinking in London. Clubbing, drinking and dining can be enjoyed at this cool and quirky venue, making it one of the best late night DJ bars in the Hoxton area.

Soho Zebrano is hands down one of the coolest venues on our list. This venue is fab for everything from mingling to happy hour cocktails and shaking it on the dancefloor until 3am. Hungry? These guys offer Filipino food from Turo Turo.

In the mood to throw some shapes on the dancefloor to live tunes? Oh, yes. Then venture to Northern Soul at the Rivoli Ballroom on Brockley Road for a night of fun. Enjoy beats from headliner DJ Andy Smith, who will be spinning retro classics. And if reggae is more your thing, then be sure to check out their monthly Reggae at the Rivoli events instead.

Located in the West End, Albert's Schloss is the perfect place for dancing and chilled drinks alike. The German-themed bar slings out plenty of bratwurst, burgers and schnitzel to go with your steins, but it's their regular lineup of events that really steals the show. Whether you're in the mood for thrilling cabaret shows, resident DJ sets or performances from their house band, there's plenty of free sessions to choose from.

With three rooms to choose from, this is one of the most adaptable club south of the river. Throw some shapes in the basement bar, grab a drink in the main terrace area or have an intimate catch up in the split-level VIP lounge overlooking all for a multi-faceted evening. And if that's not enough, special guest DJs, burlesque performers and even fire-eaters are around to keep you entertained and stunned all night long.

Barrio Shoreditch is without a doubt one of the best cocktail bars. It's great for letting your hair down and enjoying delicious drinks with a South American theme while DJs play.

Apples & Pears is the perfect space to let off some steam off Brick Lane. It's a neighbourhood cocktail bar delighting its guests with eye-catching cocktails and a diverse playlist. Pop in with some mates and set the world to rights, it's nice and chilled early but there's dancing until 1am at the weekends.

An incredibly versatile venue, Trapeze in Shoreditch is both a cocktail bar and club that's always a fun night out. On the ground floor you'll find a creative cocktail list, great food and a spectacular party, while downstairs you'll encounter the underground sound of deep house every weekend. Whether you're just going for drinks or the whole night, you're sure to have a great time.

Over in London, Fiddle Paradiddle is holding an exciting pop-up ceilidh. Not only will you get to take advantage of a fantastic drinks selection, but you can also show off your best moves on the dancefloor to the sounds of the live nu-folk band.

On the back of two incredible bank holiday events, The Elmhurst is launching Saturday sessions. Expect DJs, seasonal food, cocktails and a laid-back garden atmosphere from 4pm to 10pm every week. 

You'll groove to everything from reggae, Balearic and Brazilian beats to mellow house, street soul and beyond. Book a free ticket through Design My Night to unlock 2 for 1 cocktails.

With live DJs, delicious dishes and free-flowing booze, Basecamp's Late Brunch has got your weekend covered. As the tunes takeover, you'll tuck into a bold and beautiful spread of Nepalese and Indian dishes, from steamed momos and spiced grills to rich curries and freshly baked naan.

Along the way, you'll sip and savour 90 minutes of free-flowing wines, spirits and handcrafted cocktails. Grab your tickets to drink, dance and party with your pals from just £11.

A retreat from the bores of the adult working world, The Old School Yard is a quirky cocktail bar that offers a incredibly entertaining evening out. With an impressive cocktail menu, a highly addictive Nintendo Wii and karaoke rooms available to hire, and some class DJ's to keep you up, never a dull moment passes here. 

Missing the vibes of the old skool club night? Fret not. Bashment & Afrobeats London have got them by the bucketload.  

Expect packed dancefloors, party vibes and DJs spinning the very best of bashment and afrobeats (obviously), plus dancehall, hip hop and R&B. Grab your tickets to these epic events from just £1.10.

Celebrating their first birthday fashionably late, Shoreditch bar Without Papers are hosting a belated party this September. They're pulling out all the stops, with a live DJ and an aperitvo buffet.

Their £8 cocktails are available throughout, as well as free floating Montenegro shots to enjoy. Tickets start from £11, including a welcome cocktail and buffet access.

One of the best drinking spots in Hackney, this chic little venue triples up as a bar, live music venue and club space. Head down for a few pints at their working men's bar before throwing yourself into some serious dancefloor antics.

Few other bars sum up chat, drink and dance in London like Sugar Cane. You can either take a seat and enjoy their range of tropical cocktails made with premium spirits, or you can get on the dance floor and party into the night – both are welcome here.