Queer Events In London

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By Marcus Sanigar Food, Drink & Events Writer, DesignMyNight Food, drink and events writer with a decade of experience covering the UK hospitality scene. Has written for Expedia, Trainline and more. Last updated on 12th June 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. 




The Star of Bethnal Green

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.

Pride Drag Brunch

@ Chotto Matte Soho on Saturday 4th July 2026

Looking to kick off your Pride weekend with delicious food and bottomless booze? Get on over to Chotto Matte.

Expect bold, show-stopping performances and a feel-good atmosphere that builds from laid-back brunching into an all-out party. Tickets start from just £72.78 and include delicious Nikkei dishes and free-flowing cocktails and prosecco all afternoon.

'ROWDY' for Pride

@ Thirteen LDN on Sat, 4th Jul 2026 @ 20:00 - 1:00

Get ROWDY this Pride with Thirteen and Chateau Denmark. This epic event serves up a slice of cabaret, circus, vaudeville and sideshow from talent that's cavorted on stages right cross the globe.

Miss Giddy Heights and Mr Fierce bring you burlesque pin up girl Felicity Furore, the hilarious Turkish Delight, hula artist Tilly Mae, hand balancer Felipe Reyes and acro boylesque artist Jools. Grab your ticket to join the party from just £22.

Feeling Gloomy - Pride Special

@ The Phoenix on Sat, 4th Jul 2026 @ 22:00 - 3:00

The Feeling Gloomy Pride Special brings together all your usual Gloomy faves with an added sprinkle of LGBTQ magic. Expect an iconic playlist all night long, packing in the likes of David Bowie, Pet Shop Boys, Pulp, The Clash, The Smiths, Depeche Mode, Blur, The Cure, Nick Cave, Suede, New Order, Joy Division and many more. 
 
Tickets are just £8.80 - show yours at the bar and you'll get 20% off food too.