Fun Birthday Ideas in London
Don't settle for the same old, 'same old' this year - celebrate in the heart of the city and let some of the best and most bizarre events in London carry you through to your next year of life. Whether it's a booze-fuelled event, or something a little more wholesome, we've lined up a whole host of fun things to do on your birthday in London. Why not take a peek at our dreamy list...
Last updated on 9th December 2019
@ The Silent Disco Boat on Various dates from Saturday 15th February 2020
The coolest birthday party in London, get your mates aboard The Dutch Master, a two-storey party boat that not only sails you past iconic London landmarks, but also gives you several channels of amazing music on your silent disco headset.
Coupling all the great flavours associated with brunch with all your favourite Hip Hop party tracks, the Hip Hop Brunch has quickly established itself as one of the wildest daytime events in London. The event serves each guest a gut-bursting meal, followed by huge DJ sets and a few frivolous lip sync battles.
@ The Bletchley on Various dates from Saturday 4th January 2020
Get cracking on some code-breaking at this unique cocktail experience from the Lollipop team. Head to Chelsea where this Bletchley Park themed bunker bar will have you deciphering clues and sipping some stunning drinks.
Darts, on your birthday? Yes, we say! Flight Club is an innovative and hilarious bar that uses a technology-based scoring system, plenty of cocktails and delicious bar snacks to make sure you have the best birthday. The bars in either Shoreditch, Bloomsbury, Islington or Victoria allow you to hire areas and is great for a large group meaning you can have a brilliantly fun and original birthday.
@ Moonshine Saloon on Various dates from Tuesday 17th December 2019
One of the best fun birthday ideas in London, grab the gang and your favourite bottles of moonshine and get gussied up in boots, stetsons and fringing for a night of cocktails and quirky cowboy action.
@ York and Albany on Various dates from Sunday 15th December 2019
If your birthday happens to fall into the festive period, get the best of both worlds by heading to York & Albany's gorgeous Gingerbread Cabin. Nestled in the courtyard of the Camden mainstay, it offers plenty of seasonal food and drink that'll fill you with yuletide joy as you celebrate.
@ People's Park Tavern on Every Saturday
One of the best London birthday ideas, this bonkers brunch bash at the People's Park Tavern offers delicious food, bottomless booze and bonkers comedy from Mr. James Hancox and Ria Lina.
@ The Exhibit on Saturday 21st December 2019 and 3 other Saturdays
What better way to celebrate your birthday than at this drag queen brunch, where Tayce and her Drag Sisters will play everything from award-winning musical numbers to catwalk competitions and more, with delicious dishes and 1.5 hours of bottomless booze.
We could boast it's hosted from the opulent Grand Royale, we could tell you it focuses on the golden age of magic, and how this impressive magician is known the world over. But instead, we'll just leave you with this quote about the show from the man, the legend Roger Moore, who said Sonic was 'one of the finest magicians I've ever seen'.
@ The Little Blue Door on Every Saturday
Treat yourself to a birthday brunch with your friends at Little Blue Door. They're sure to kick-start the celebrations with piles of pancakes, plenty of poached egg and avo, and some killer brekkie cocktails. Expect nothing other than the perfect party vibe from these guys.
Located smack bang in the centre of London, All Star Lanes offers a fun mix of bowling, American food and cocktails at affordable rates. Slip on your bowling shoes and thrash your pals (there's room for up to 7 to play at a time), then toast your victory with something from their all-American menu afterwards.
@ Merchant House on Various dates from Wednesday 18th December 2019
If you're looking for something a little different, this hidden cocktail bar has it all. Your own private bartender, the chance to make your own cocktails and even the opportunity to play your own music.
@ The Castle Tooting on Various dates from Sunday 15th December 2019
Inspired by one of the most popular shows in Britain, guests will be set a number of challenges by the event's talented professionals in order to find out who is London's true star baker. Immortality is only a scone's throw away; this is crunch time.
South London's fun-loving crowds descend on Rouges each week for an evening full of great music and stunning stunts. Alongside being wowed by a death-defying performance of circus stunts by Kellie Sky, visitors can dance long into the night to all their favourite 80s, 90s, funk 'n' soul and classic pop tracks.
@ The Durham Arms on Various dates from Sunday 15th December 2019
Head over to Canning Town where this curious escape room will have you working in the pitch darkness, solving puzzles and seeking out clues on the search for six stolen dragon eggs. Work together to topple the evil Olrephior, but be aware that dark magik lies throughout this murky maze.
@ Kitchen Theory on Thursday 23rd January 2020 and 2 other dates
Celebrate your birthday like never before with this amazing supper club. The work of a chef and experimental psychologist, the evening stimulates all your sense over 10 courses, with sounds, visuals, projections and feelings.
@ Fest Bar on Friday 7th February 2020 and 2 other Fridays
One of the top spots for a London birthday party, this epic night of Hip Hop beats and big bingo wins will have you raising the roof in no uncertain terms. Head to Camden for the ultimate silly night out.
@ The Chocolate Cocktail Club Pop Up on Various dates from Thursday 19th December 2019
If you're on the lookout for a quirky bar to host your birthday celebrations this year, look no further than the Chocolate Cocktail Club. Serving up a range of chocolate-flavoured cocktails, beer and wine, as well as sweet shots in edible glasses, this pop-up bar is open until the 21st of Decemeber and is guranteed to leave you and your friends with a serious sugar high.
@ FEST Camden on Saturday 21st December 2019 and 4 other dates
Shake things up a little with a trip to FEST for brunch. Head north of the river and you'll find the usual tasty offering peppered with bottomless bubbles and a sexy strip show. Yep, that's right. Think dazzling performers, hunky dancers and hilarious drag queens.
Head over to Kensington High Street where this pretty restaurant is offering a stunning selection of Spanish and Latin American tapas, as well as some very snazzy cocktails. Treat yourself to a proper birthday meal with sharing plates and delicious wines, because Zuaya will bring you a party to remember.
Tasting Menu £45.00 & Glass of Fizz – the best way to experience inamo
Celebrate your birthday at the Inamo Soho Games Room and you can enjoy playing 150 different games on two 150 inch screens, along with TV streaming services, and packages that include their delicious pan-Asian food.
@ Trapped Escape Rooms on Various dates from Sunday 15th December 2019
Get yourself over to Stratford where the Trapped Escape Room team have pieced together their latest experience. Designed for groups of up to six, they'll have you turned into international spy-hunters for an hour of problem solving and puzzling as you try and uncover a double agent.
@ HALF HITCH Micro-Distillery on Various dates from Monday 16th December 2019