Quirky Pop-Ups In London

If there's one thing we can say for the people of this city, it's that there is no limit to their imagination, demonstrated by the sheer number of wacky, weird and downright quirky pop-ups in London. From an alcoholic tea party inspired by Pat Butcher through to a sport that King VIII used to play, these are just a few of our favourite unusual pop-ups in London.

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Last updated on 23rd May 2025




Bob Bob Ricard Soho

To celebrate the upcoming release of Wes Anderson's The Phoenician Scheme, Bob Bob Ricard's Red Room has teamed up with Universal Pictures to create an opulent pop-up inspired by the film. From May 23rd to June 22nd, the iconic “press for champagne” venue will host a month-long takeover, complete with a limited edition menu crafted for the occasion.

The pop-up, named Marseille Bob's after the luxurious cinematic bar in the movie, offers an immersive journey into the film's world. Guests will be surrounded by theatrical design, enjoy creatively presented food and drinks, and be served by staff dressed in white blazers, red carnations, and signature fez hats. Among the four original cocktails available is Tycoon on the Rocks, a pipette-served, colour-shifting margarita inspired by a poison test.

Fiddle Paradiddle's Pop-Up Ceilidh

Looking for something a little different in Balham or South Bermondsey? This pop-up ceilidh from Fiddle Paradiddle is gonna be wicked. Not only will you get to dance to your heart's content to classic and nu-folk tracks, but also sip whisky, beer or wine in a friendly setting.

Alcotraz London: Cell Block Two-One-Two

@ Alcotraz Penitentiary: London on Various dates from Wednesday 18th June 2025

Ever drank in prison before? Because now's your time. It's all getting a bit Orange is the New Black up in here, where it's up to you to smuggle in your favourite bottle of alcohol, past the warden using bribery and special techniques, so that one of the inmates can mix you up some spectacular cocktails.

The 90's Brunch™

Roll back the clock at the 90s Brunch, undoubtedly one of London's quirkiest pop-up events. Certain to leave you beaming from ear to ear, the event revolves around a home cooked brunch offering, rounded off by huge 90s tracks - R Kelly, Destiny's Child etc - and a few frivolous rounds of lip-syncing.