Queer Events In London

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.

Promising an evening full of high-energy performances in an intimate setting, London Cabaret Carnival is the perfect way to spend your Saturday night. There's a new show every single month, and you can secure tickets from just £15.

Expect a different lineup each time, showcasing a range of talented comedians, vocalists, drag queens, burlesque artists and more.

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.

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.

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.

The Big Gay Quiz is taking place at The Exhibit in Balham this March, bringing together the local LGBTQ+ community for a night of fun and games. Meet new people while you get involved in the lively rounds, with plenty of opportunity to mingle. Entry is totally free, and you'll even get a glass of bubbles on the house - and there's the option to pre-order pizza if you're hungry.

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.

Every second Saturday of the month, Eagle London in Vauxhall host the fantastic Handsome House Party. Expect non-stop house music from DJs Martyn Fitzgerald and CJ Cooper, with a focus on classic American tunes from the 90s. Tickets cost just £8 per person, and if you arrive before 10pm you'll get to enjoy a free shot and happy hour drinks prices.

Legendary party organisers Carwash are hosting an inclusive, queer-friendly event every Saturday: Disco Paint Party. This takes place at Core Bar, with a glamourous drag queen leading the party - complete with fun games, jokes and a disco soundtrack.

You'll receive a welcome drink as part of your ticket price, which also includes all the materials you'll need. Get stuck into a guided painting session, where you'll create colourful disco scenes on a canvas.

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.