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 18th May 2022
@ The Royal Hospital Chelsea on Saturday 30th and Sunday 31st July 2022
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Have a summer birthday? It might be worth looking into Savour food festival for ideas, as it'll be showcasing some of the best chefs in London as well as fun-filled events such as celebrity demos, cocktail masterclasses and much more.
@ The Silent Disco Boat on Friday 3rd June 2022 and 4 other dates
Make this a birthday to remember by taking the gang aboard The Silent Disco Boat. The two-story party palace will glide you down the River Thames while you listen to disco, house and more by headphones, offering a magnificent backdrop to your celebrations.
@ Chelsea Funhouse on Various dates from Thursday 19th May 2022
Looking for something a little different for your next big birthday blow out? Look no further than Jolie at Chelsea Funhouse. Combining three floors of bars and restaurants, amongst top tipples and mouthwatering nosh, you'll also be able to give their immersive experiences a go - think 1940s-style code cracking and four-course culinary adventures.
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.
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.
@ Tootbus on Various dates from Friday 20th May 2022
On the lookout for top-notch birthday activities for yourself or your pals? Then be sure to check out London Bar Bus' awesome tour of the city. With a fabulous Insta-worthy bar, adorned with floral displays, and expert mixologists serving some of the best concoctions.
@ Club Shoreditch on Every Friday from 2nd September
Need gift ideas or some birthday inspo? We've got it with Draw N Pour. At this Shoreditch event, you get to paint male models while sipping cocktails for 60 glorious minutes. Plus, there will be finger food included as well.
If you're after something a little different for your birthday celebrations why not try taking on an army of zombies? Or perhaps give space travel a go? Otherworld are offering the chance to teleport to an alternative reality at their space-age themed arcade, there's even a futuristic cocktail bar for post-play birthday drinks.
Add a dash of healthy competition to your birthday antics with this unique activity in Canary Wharf and London Bridge. Electric Shuffle is a technological spin on shuffleboard, with additional flowing drinks and delicious eats to forge an unforgettable celebratory experience.
When it comes to fun birthday ideas in Central London, No Escape in Aldgate and Oxford Street are providing heaps of horrifying entertainment. The perfect experience for any horror fan, these activities will have you attempting to escape terrifying themed rooms.
@ Secret London Location on Saturday 21st May 2022 and 5 other Saturdays
One of the best ideas for a spring birthday in London, this epic five-hour brunch event is taking over a secret London location for an afternoon of drinking, eating and dancing in homage to Queen Bey herself.
@ Camden Town Brewery on Various dates from Thursday 19th May 2022
@ The View From The Shard on Saturday 21st May 2022 and 4 other Saturdays
Big day coming up and not sure how to celebrate? Let us help you out. The Weekend Warmup is a rooftop party that takes place at the top of The Shard, placing DJ Max Tyler on the decks to soundtrack your birthday with style.
@ Ninth Life on Various dates from Thursday 19th May 2022
Take your mates to Catford for an evening of immersive comedy, escape room entertainment and murder mystery-themed fun at The Hunt for the Smoking Caterpillar. Along the way, you'll meet a curious cast of Alice in Wonderland-inspired characters and enjoy a tipple or two.
@ The Folly on Sunday 29th May 2022 and 3 other Sundays
Thought having birthday celebrations on a Sunday would be a little lacklustre? Think again. West End Drag Brunch at The Folly is offering up the chance to wash down a tasty dish with 90 minutes of bottomless booze, all while you enjoy some fabulous queens strutting on stage.
@ 56 Leadenhall Street on Friday 20th May 2022 and 3 other dates
Throw yourself into the heart of an alien invasion for one of your best birthdays in London. The War of The Worlds: The Immersive Experience sees you become part of the story in 24 sensational scenes with live actors, VR and 5D effects - and don't forget the steampunk bar.
@ Shoreditch Funhouse on Various dates from Thursday 19th May 2022
Need unique ideas for your birthday? We've got you sorted with one of the best immersive experiences. Crack the case and solve crime as you channel your inner Met police officer and try to find Jack The Ripper. Plus, you'll get cocktails as a reward.
@ Merchant House on Various dates from Thursday 19th May 2022
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.
@ Moonshine Saloon on Various dates from Thursday 19th May 2022
One of the best fun birthday ideas in London, Moonshine Saloon is bringing you the real Western experience. 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 in the heart of East London.
@ Dabbers Bingo on Sunday 10th July 2022 and 2 other Sundays
Need some birthday ideas? Then you're going to want to make your way to Singo Bingo. Situated at the much-loved Dabbers Bingo in the City of London, this awesome event will have you listening to tunes, sipping on unlimited bevvies and laughing at Roman Harris' awesome jokes.
@ Secret Location London on Various dates from Thursday 19th May 2022
Whether you're spending it at home or meeting up with your mates, Lip Sync Dance Battle has the event for you. The party pros are teaching you fun routines and inviting you to let out your inner diva over a fun session that'll culminate in an all-out showdown.
@ The Queen's Head Pub on Saturday 4th June 2022 and 4 other Saturdays
Celebrate another year around the sun with this bottomless brunch from UH OH. It'll take place at Brixton's The Queen's Head Pub and will showcase delicious eats, fantastic sips, as well as fantastic hip hop and garage tunes and Khiel's skincare advice.
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.
@ The BBQ Club on Various dates from Thursday 19th May 2022
Looking to treat that special someone to a delicious meal? Then be sure to check out The BBQ Club for their awesome Southbank event. Think a 6-course feast cooked over a fire, views of the Thames alongside a delicious range of lip-smacking bevvies to accompany.
@ Finsbury Square on Various dates from Thursday 19th May 2022
@ London Stadium, on Saturday 16th and Sunday 17th July 2022
Want to do something a bit different for your birthday? We've got just the event with Wing Fest. You can tip back amazing cups of bourbon while polishing off wings. You'll also get to watch a fun cooking showdown and play axe throwing.
@ 26 Leake Street on Friday 20th May 2022 and 8 other Fridays
Mark your birthday with a night of dancing to music from the likes of Aretha Franklin, Marvin Gaye and Jackson 5 at Soul Supper. This event at 26 Leake Street will see a roster of incredible musicians take to the stage to pay homage to all things Motown, with food and drink included.
@ Q Shoreditch on Saturday 4th June 2022 and 6 other Saturdays
One of the best places in London to celebrate your birthday, this unique offering at Proud Cabaret City is bringing together drinks, dining and dancing (at the table) as DJs Emily Rawson and Sandra Omari bring you the best in hip hop and R'n'B all afternoon long.
With bookable igloos and fully-customisable drinks packages, Skylight Tobacco Dock has got your birthday wishes all wrapped up. Celebrate your special day with daybeds and Pimm's during the summer or ice skating and igloos in the winter.
@ Neosight Headquarters, Bankside Arches, SE1 8BU on Various dates from Thursday 19th May 2022
When it comes to quirky birthday ideas in London, The Grid is coming up trumps for entertainment and originality. Gather your mates and spend an evening at this immersive event, sneaking around an enemy HQ and sipping on futuristic cocktails as you work to defeat the evil AI corp.
@ Bread Street Kitchen on Various dates from Thursday 19th May 2022
In need of a birthday dinner idea? Located in the heart of St Paul's is Gordon Ramsay's Bread Street Kitchen, the perfect place for unique eats and exclusive dining pods. Our personal favourite bite? The pork belly sliders are delish.
A fun and casual birthday venue in East London, Signature Brew Blackhorse Road is home to a huge terrace area, working brewery and sleek taproom. Swing by to spend the day listening to live music, sipping on freshly-poured pints and chowing down on wings and burgers.
@ Cocktail bars across London on Thu, 13th Oct 2022 - Sun, 23rd Oct 2022
If you're looking for fun things to do to celebrate your birthday, then nab you and your mates some wristbands to London Cocktail Week. For just £15 (including a 6 for the price of 5 deal), you'll get unlimited £7 cocktails at 300 of the best bars across the city.
@ Secret London Location on Various dates from Saturday 21st May 2022
If they're into their musicals, this is the ultimate birthday experience. You'll tuck into a delicious bottomless brunch while being amazed by over five hours of musical theatre. Watch the biggest West End stars take to the stage, and give that special someone a gift they'll never forget.