Events And Experiences Now Open In London
With lockdown soon to be a thing of the past, we're turning our attention to all the incredible experiences happening in the capital over the next few months. From alfresco supper clubs and open-air brunches, to the return of immersive theatre, it's set to be a glorious season for the city, and it's up to you to throw yourself into it. Read on to see our top picks for events open in London this spring and summer.
*please note, opening scenarios will be dictated by both government and experience, so please stay safe, stay in contact with the event you've booked tickets for and be conscious of the impact you have on people around you when leaving home for these bookings.
@ Chelsea Funhouse on Various dates from Wednesday 18th May 2022
Say au revoir to homemade avo on toast and hello to decadent dining with a trip to Chelsea Funhouse's Jolie for a fabulous themed brunch. Inspired by French travels, this experience will have you lounging on plush sofas surrounded by wacky interiors as you sip on bottomless fizz from a Champagne puking unicorn and tuck into crêpes.
@ Tootbus on Various dates from Friday 20th May 2022
If you fancy getting out of the house this summer, explore our city from an open-top bus. This fun-filled guided tour of London will take you past iconic landmarks such as London Eye, Trafalgar Square and Piccadilly Circus across the 90-minute experience.
@ Electric Shuffle Canary Wharf on Various dates from Thursday 19th May 2022
One of the best activities bars in London is reopening from 20th May. Electric Shuffle are back with a bang at their Canary Wharf venue and you can join them for a high-energy brunches, complete with prosecco, bottomless pizzas and all the shuffleboard you've been missing out on.
@ Secret Location London on Various dates from Wednesday 18th May 2022
Spend a night learning new routines and vying to win a bottle of bubbly at Lip Sync Dance Battle. Perfect for groups of mates, this online and in-person event will see you breaking into two squads and being taught fun moves to two songs, before performing against each other to win a bottle of bubbly.
@ Theatre Deli Broadgate on Various dates from Wednesday 18th May 2022
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If it's an immersive experience you're after, check out The Perfect Crime this summer. Part escape room, part live theatre, this immersive experience will have you hunting down prizes artwork and steaking it back by cracking codes, weaving through lasers and disabling alarms.
@ The Castle Tooting on Various dates from Wednesday 18th May 2022
Back in the marquee from mid-May, The Big London Bake is one of the best things to do in London after lockdown. The highly-competitive cake-making experience will have you and a partner joining forces to create a bake that's better than all the rest.
@ Secret London Location on Sunday 29th May 2022 and 4 other Sundays
Back open from 29th May, The Comedy Brunch is a boozy experience that's an essential booking for any stand-up fans. Fill your belly with tasty food and drink before giggling it all off with some of the UK's top funny people.
@ The Electric Ballroom on Friday 27th May and Friday 29th July 2022
Secure your spot now at the country's biggest dedicated rock club night, which is heading to Camden this summer. Ultimate Power will be taking over The Electric Ballroom in June, promising hits from Aerosmith, Boston, Queen and more at full volume.
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This summer, Paint a Pic is helping you up your art game with a series of creative events at Blackfriars' London Novotel. During the afternoon class, you'll be taught tips from a pro and be provided with all the gear to make your masterpiece. There'll also be a bar if you fancy a mid-draw drink.
@ The BBQ Club on Various dates from Wednesday 18th May 2022
One of the most anticipated outdoor dining pop-ups returns to London this April, and we'd recommend you get booking ASAP. This DIY BBQ experience will be handing you the tongs and talking you through how to grill like a pro.
@ Hackney Funhouse on Various dates from Wednesday 18th May 2022
One of the city's most notorious cocktail experiences is back open from 17th May. ABQ is the Breaking Bad-themed London event now taking bookings, and it's one you won't want to miss out on - think molecular sips, hazmat suits and tasty folded pizzas.
@ Moonshine Saloon on Various dates from Wednesday 18th May 2022
Get out of lockdown and into the Wild West with a trip to Moonshine Saloon. What can you expect? Bootleg liquor, shading sheriffs, a dustbowl town and a number of unusual characters that are sure to leave a memorable impression.
@ Nikki's on Saturday 21st May 2022 and 22 other Saturdays
Nikki's is back from 22nd May and their weekend brunch is set to go bigger than ever. One of the best events reopening in London after lockdown, this 80s-inspired affair is fronting bottomless drinks, delicious burgers and drag royalty every Saturday afternoon.
@ 56 Leadenhall Street on Friday 20th May 2022 and 3 other dates
Among the most exhilerating immersive experiences in London, this live action version of Jeff Wayne's War of The Worlds is one you won't want to miss. Strap on your headset, and be transported through a Martian invasion, where you and your fellow adventurers will have to duck, weave and crawl to make it out alive.
@ Fire & Lightbox on Saturday 18th June 2022
One of the best things to do in London this summer, DNB Bingo will be offering nothing but the bassiest cuts from start to finish at its unique series of experiences. Head over to Oval Space for a night of dabbing, dancing and massive tunes.
@ Chelsea Funhouse on Various dates from Wednesday 18th May 2022
One of the best immersive cocktail events in London is back open for business from 17th May. Book now for the chance to experience The Bletchley - the 1940s-inspired code-cracking escapade where your cryptography skills will earn you bespoke sips and tasty burgers.
@ The Dilly on Friday 20th May 2022 and 2 other dates
If you're after some fun post-lockdown events in London, head to The Dilly where Tony Middleton will be performing magic live and up close. Are you ready for illusion, mind-reading and feats of the impossible? It's time to find out.
@ Balls Brothers- Austin Friars on Saturday 21st May 2022 and 36 other Saturdays
It's time to return to your trash ways as this hilarious drag brunch is back in residence at Kachette and it's turning your Saturday afternoons into a party from June onwards. Get ready to live it up with some of the city's coolest queens, complete with delicious burgers and free-flowing fizz.
@ Camden Town Brewery on Various dates from Wednesday 18th May 2022
Looking for some of the best events opening in London from April? Hip Hop Brunch is literally taking the roof off this spring. One of the best ways to celebrate the end of the lockdown, this outdoor bottomless brunch is bringing you free-flowing drinks, a three-course meal and hours of nothing but the best in hip hop, garage and RnB.
@ London Shuffle Club on Various dates from Saturday 21st May 2022
One of the best bottomless brunch tickets to buy now, London Shuffle's weekend party invites you for a 55-minute shuffleboard session complete with flowing bubbles and beer. Better yet? There's an open-air shuffle terrace with two lanes, an Airstream cocktail bar and huge parasols.
@ Aeronaut on Thursday 26th May 2022
One of the best outdoor events in London this spring, this fun bingo night at the Aeronaut is making the most of their expansive beer garden. Nab a table in the colourful open-air space and enjoy a quirky musical experience and the chance to win some incredible prizes.
One of the best outdoor bars in London to book now, Brixton Courtyard is back for another season of open-air parties with the hottest DJs in the city. Head down to Jamm where the venue has transformed into the ultimate COVID-safe hangout, complete with heated and covered picnic tables and incredible DJs.
@ The View From The Shard on Saturday 21st May 2022 and 4 other Saturdays
You're going to want to snap this one up quick. An iconic London landmark, The Shard is hitting the ground running this July with its fabulous rooftop day party. Venture up to the highest terrace in the city and you'll be treated to Champagne, chilled tunes and astounding views across the capital.
@ Secret London Location on Various dates from Saturday 21st May 2022
The wait is finally over and the theatre is open, darling. Join West End Musical Brunch for an incredible day of bottomless bubbles and a two-course feast, followed by a fantastic show, complete with live performances from stars of the industry.
@ Cottons Restaurant & Rum Shack Notting Hill on Various dates from Saturday 21st May 2022
Cottons boozy weekend offering is bringing an extra splash of Caribbean sunshine to West London. Head to this top Notting Hill bar and restaurant from 22nd May for two hours of tropical feasting and bottomless drinking all set to a reggae soundtrack - how's that for a summer holiday?
Taking over a host of venues this summer, What's The Motive have got a whole series of incredible London events lined up for you. Book now to bag your space at Astroworld, the hip hop all-dayer you won't want to miss, or grab tickets to some epic brunches playing nothing but the best in bashment, afrobeats and RnB.
@ Hyper Reality on Various dates from Wednesday 18th May 2022
Looking for cool VR experiences to book now? Stepney Green's immersive gaming den Hyper Reality is back open for business this month and they're giving you two hours of unlimited access to a range of playable action.
Home to one of London's most popular rooftop terraces, Prince of Wales Brixton knows a thing or two about outdoor partying. This spring they'll be hosting a lineup of events, from boozy bingo games to special DJ sets and socially-distanced discos.