Queer Events In London

By scarlett welch • Editor, DesignMyNight Scarlett has covered the UK's best restaurants, bars and events for DesignMyNight since 2023. She holds an MA in Media & Journalism, with bylines in The Crack magazine and South London News, among others. Last updated on 2nd November 2026

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.

Club NVRLND

@ The Vaults on Various dates from Saturday 14th November 2026

A lively night out that's perfect for musical theatre fans, Club NVRLND takes you on a pop-fuelled adventure through the world of Peter Pan. Wendy Daring is all grown up and back in Peter's life, with a soundtrack of 2000s hits for you to sing and dance along to.

This interactive show was written by Olivier Award-winner Jack Holden, starring Diana Vickers and Le Fil - fresh from a sold-out run at the Edinburgh Fringe. Expect to hear Britney, Rihanna, Lady Gaga, Coldplay and much more.

Musical ⋅ Hen Party ⋅ Boozy Brunch
Tickets from £33.00 - £79.50

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The Star of Bethnal Green

65 reviews

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.

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Queer Play Reading Club

@ The Railway Clapham on Tuesday 17th November and Tuesday 15th December 2026

Queer Play Reading Club is a monthly event from Queer Theatre, held in partnership with Nick Hern Books, celebrating LGBTQ+ playwriting in a supportive, Queer-run, social space. Each session begins with…

Activity ⋅ Date Night ⋅ Something A Little Different
From £18.00
Clapham

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Handsome House Party

@ Eagle London on Every 2nd Saturday of the month

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.

Clubbing
Tickets from £8.80

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Colours Hoxton

271 reviews

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.

Shoreditch ⋅ East London
Party Bar ⋅ Lounge Bar ⋅ Nightclub

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Circa Embankment

51 reviews

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.

Embankment ⋅ Central London
Nightclub ⋅ Party Bar ⋅ Cocktail Bar

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Bethnal Green Working Men's Club

1 review

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.