From drag shows and dating events to raves and raucous cabaret, there's loads of excellent LGBTQIA+ events happening around the city every weekend. Whether you're looking for a big night out at an iconic gay club, a quirky brunch with the gang or the chance to meet and mingle with some potential matches, we've got you covered in our list of queer parties in London.
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Last updated on 16th April 2024
Whether you're doing it virtually or IRL, with activities or conversation, these queer dating events are a great way to connect with new people in London. Get involved with one of SpeedDater's gay, lesbian or mixed meet-ups and you could be making eyes with your match in no time.
Sister site of Dalston Superstore, The Karaoke Hole is a must if you're looking for queer nights out in the capital. This cool and inclusive bar is the perfect place for a post-lockdown reunion with the gang as you take in cabaret performances and have a big, silly singalong.
Home to some of the best queer events in London, Colours is the East London hotspot giving you drag brunches, quirky cabaret and non-binary variety shows. Head over to Hoxton Square and see what this unique venue has to offer.
Located in South London, Mutant Freaks is a great queer event if you're looking to meet new friends. A LGBTQIA+ friendly Dungeons and Dragons community, it's the ideal hangout for D&D game nights and epic quests while in a dungeon-like venue.
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If you're a fan of queer comics, check out Laugh Out Proud comedy night in Bethnal Green. This event combines established and upcoming LGBTQIA+ comics in a series of short stand-up sets, hosted by Mark Cram. Expect some serious laughter in an inclusive setting from only £7.50.
With an excellent lineup of queens in tow, That's Drag Bingo is the queer event in London that you need to check out. Hitting up pubs across the city, these guys bring the party with lip-syncing and sassy strutting, as well as a range of cool prizes.
The Star of Bethnal Green is a friendly local pub which hosts weekly fun-filled events. Every Tuesday, you can expect a raucous pub quiz hosted by drag queen Margarine, complete with trivia questions and quirky challenges like limbo competitions and beer pong. What's more, they've got drag bingo with Dame Jame on the third Thursday of every month, which costs just £6 for four games.
If you're looking for some of the coolest gay events in London, Circa is the place to hit. The Embankment venue offers food and cocktails throughout the day, followed by neon-lit parties and late-night antics come the evening.
Known for hosting some of the best LGBTQIA+ parties around the city, BGWMC is always a strong choice if you're on the hunt for queer nights out in London. Whether it's cabaret, clubbing or karaoke, there's something for every kind of party animal at this lively venue.
