Fun Things To Do In Shoreditch

• Location: 97 - 113 Curtain Road, EC2A 3BS
• Price: from £5.60 per person
• Why we recommend: this quirky bar is great for nights out, and their unique events range from mass karaoke to boozy brunches

An icon on the London nightlife scene, Ballie Ballerson is the ball pit bar that's encouraging you to embrace your inner big kid. And with various brightly coloured areas to choose between, a banging playlist of hip hop and disco beats and fruity cocktails on hand, how could you say no?

Head down on the weekend with tickets from £40 each to its bottomless brunch, featuring mass karaoke sing-a-longs and themes such as ABBA, Harry Styles and Taylor Swift. You'll be treated to 90 minutes of unlimited Neapolitan pizzas, plus a whole host of fabulous drinks like pornstar martinis and picantes.

• Location: 25-31 Ironmonger Row, EC1V 3QW
• Price: from £27.75 per person
• Why we recommend: this is possibly the most relaxing event out there, and who doesn't love cuddling cats?

For a relaxing day out like no other, head to a Kitty Yoga session on Old Street. These hour-long events begin with a 40-minute soft, slow vinyasa yoga flow, led by an instructor who'll teach you meditative breathing, strengthening techniques and more.

You'll also get to spend 20 minutes cuddling the cats to finish, all as part of your £35 ticket. Or if you're not so into yoga, they offer playtime-only sessions too.

• Location: 333 Old Street, EC1V 9LE
• Price: from £8.50 per person
• Why we recommend: crazy golf is elevated here with a great playlist and killer cocktails,. ideal for a quirky date night or group outing

The perfect place to let loose and have some fun, get ready to swing into action at Shoreditch Balls - an indoor crazy golf hotspot on Old Street. Promising a wild night out, they have everything from crazy golf to a hot playlist dishing out all the greatest hits from every decade on offer.

The venue spans two floors and is decked out in 90s-themed decor featuring neon lights and hundreds of fluorescent golf balls. P.S. Don't forget to sip on their cocktails, which are served directly to your table via copper pipes. From classic martinis to sorbet cocktails and more - you name it, they've got it. It doesn't get putter than this.

• Location: 127 Hackney Road, E2 8GY
• Price: from £39.22 per person
• Why we recommend: we always feel fully immersed in the story here, thanks to the talented live actors, and the cocktails are truly incredible

London's first prison-themed immersive cocktail bar takes pride of place along Brick Lane. Alcotraz is a truly unique drinking experience that'll have you don the famous orange jumpsuits and get thrown into an exciting world of mischief fuelled by contraband concoctions.

If you're looking to spice up date night, its up there with the best things to do in Shoreditch for couples - just make your way past the eagle-eyed warden without being caught and lose yourself in a world of theatrics paired with inmates who, quite literally, serve. 

• Location: 95 Brick Lane, E1 6QL
• Price: from £10 per person, per game
• Why we recommend: we always feel like we're in 1960s America bowling here, and the food is fantastic too

Maybe you're looking for something a little different to do this date night that involves some light-hearted competitive gaming, or perhaps you're in need of an American-style diner experience with a side helping of bowling? Either way, you'll love All Star Lanes.

Located on Brick Lane, it fronts cool, sleek decor in the form of graffitied walls and red leather chairs, as well as private karaoke booths in addition to its retro lanes. Swap your shoes and look forward to an evening of loaded hot dogs and strikes. 

• Location: 2A Worship Street, Alphabeta Building, EC2A 2AH
• Price: from £10 per person, per hour
• Why we recommend: this modern twist on darts is great for groups, and their electronic boards add up all your scores for you - so no need for mental maths on a night out

Combining darts, pizza and booze, Flight Club know the ingredients for a cracking night out at its fairground-themed venues. Providing the perfect backdrop for a fun group activity or quirky date, this unique bar has become one of the city's most talked-about places, thanks to their interactive boards that come with fun, multiplayer games.

And on the weekends, be sure to check out its cracking brunch deal. From £38 each, you can enjoy a two-hour session consisting of game time, delicious slices and a whole bottle of prosecco per guest.

• Location: Unit 8, 5C Rosewood Building, 127 Hackney Road, E2 8GY
• Price: from £45.90 per person
• Why we recommend: this is one of our favourite immersive experiences in the city, and the cocktails are excellent

One of the most unique events around, Avora is the magical immersive experience created by the team behind Alcotraz and Moonshine Saloon. This brand new world is filled with mystical, luminous woodlands, where you'll chat to interactive actors and admire the mesmerising set design as it changes from day to night. 

Don your custom made jumpsuits and set off off on your mission, which begins with a scientific briefing at Roscorp Laboratory. You'll take part in all kinds of quirky challenges and tasks on your adventure, while sipping on the three unique cocktails included in your ticket price.

• Location: Unit 2A Principal Place, Worship Street, EC2A 2FA
• Price: £43.94 per person
• Why we recommend: bottomless brunch is always a treat, but especially when pizza is involved

Calling all pizza lovers - Bottomless Pizzaluxe is the event you've been waiting for. Treat yourself to unlimited, mouthwatering pizzas and bottomless drinks, including your choice of wine, prosecco, or cocktails, in a relaxed and vibrant atmosphere from £34.95 per person.

With a huge selection of gourmet pizzas to choose from, this is the perfect way to indulge without limits. Whether you're there to celebrate, catch up with friends, or simply satisfy your pizza cravings, it's the ultimate way to kick back and enjoy an unforgettable night out. 

• Location: 145 Shoreditch High Street, E1 6JE
• Price: from £11 per person
• Why we recommend: the non-stop entertainment and vibrant energy are perfect for groups of friends, and you're bound to be up on your feet dancing

Join Lady Ginger's Big Drag Bingo as she serves up a series of glitzy nights complete with live performances, sassy lip-syncs and the chance to win big. Tickets start from £10 each and include a complimentary prosecco cocktail alongside a strip of numbers to play.

Taking place at The Looking Glass Cocktail Club, it welcomes everyone from office mates to best friends to enjoy its frivolous affairs, complete with DJs and of course, outrageous campery, darling. 

• Location: Brick Lane
• Price: restaurants vary
• Why we recommend: you'll find some of London's best curry on this road, alongside all kinds of other international eats

Among vintage fairs and Rough Trade in-store signings, you'll find heaps of delicious restaurants down Brick Lane. Most notable for its curry houses, it sees the likes of City Spice, Aladin and Sheba welcome diners with open arms to tuck into award-winning tikka masala.

You'll also find some pretty trendy, casual eateries here too, like Cafe 1001 - ideal for a slice from Sleazy Pizza, or some unmissable burritos courtesy of DF Tacos. 

Bougie Drag East is more than just a brunch. It's an occasion. From the UK's Number 1 Drag Event company, it's bringing stars of RuPaul's Drag Race UK to the uber-cool 45 London.

Expect 90 minutes of fantastically free-flowing cocktails and bubbles, plus a mega main and dreamy dessert. Tickets to join the party start from just £20.

• Location: 1-5 Curtain Road, Shoreditch, EC2A 3JX
• Price: drinks and events vary
• Why we recommend: the rooftop space is stunning, and we highly recommend checking out their lively Saturday brunches

Head on over to East London's Queen of Hoxton where a non-stop schedule of fun awaits, spread across three floors. Saturdays see the high-energy Drag and Waffle Bottomless Brunch takeover, featuring bingo games and prizes, with tickets costing £43 per person. 

But that's not all. Venture up to the expansive rooftop where you can get your tan on while sipping on fruity drinks. You can expect to get your lips around Olmeca Altos tequila-based cocktails such as frozen margaritas and ranch water, alongside Estrella Damm beers paired with soft shell tacos and loaded nachos.

• Location: 1 Curtain Road, EC2A 3JX
• Price: from £14.30 per person
• Why we recommend: this event is packed full of camp entertainment and glamourous looks, with lots of fizz to keep the party going

After unusual things to do in Shoreditch for adults? Join London's best queens for an unforgettable night at Queen of Hoxton of lip syncs, death drops and epic performances. Tickets to KIKI: Drag Cabaret start from £14.30 each and the drop kick-filled event takes place every Saturday.

Surely one of the best things to do in Shoreditch today, this glitzy event is also treating you to DJ sets and plenty of prosecco as Ms Ginger Phlappage takes to the stage. 

• Location: 89 Great Eastern Street, EC2A 3HX
• Price: £11 per person
• Why we recommend: this is a fun twist on bingo, with bonus points for anyone who sings along and non-stop entertainment

Totally Music Bingo at Trapeze Bar transforms the classic bingo game into a fun, music-infused experience. Each round, players mark off songs from their bingo cards as a DJ spins iconic 80s, 90s, 00s and modern jams.

The event is as much about dancing, singing, and enjoying the throwback tunes as it is about winning prizes. With a lively crowd and a fun atmosphere, it's the perfect way to spend a Saturday night - whether you're a bingo pro or just in it for the music.

• Location: 87-91 Hackney Road, E2 8FE
• Price: £20 per person
• Why we recommend: this place is a must-visit for anyone who's into tabletop games, with all sorts of fun events to check out

The Arcanist's Tavern is located on Hackney Road, a queer-owned immersive tabletop gaming cafe that hosts some of the most unique events around. They have over 300 different games to choose from, with custom tables for TTRPGs and Wargaming and a Board Game Library to make use of.

They hold gaming nights that help you meet likeminded individuals to play against, as well as quiz nights and beginners Dungeons and Dragons sessions. Plus, they serve up RPG themed cocktails, specialty coffee and tasty eats from the cafe and bar.

Shake and stir the night away in Shoreditch at the ALFI Cocktail Making Class. With the help of master bartenders, you'll learn how to mix up three classic pours.

After a welcome glass of prosecco, you'll be guided through the art of mixology, from shaking and stirring to flavour profiling. Grab your tickets for just £51.84.

Take a trip through the Beautiful Country without leaving London at Alfi's Journey Through Italy supper club. Each month, you'll taste your way through the flavours of a different region from amuse-bouche and seasonal starter to dessert and digestif. 

If you're feeling extra fancy, cap off your fantastic feast with course-by-course wine pairing. This decadent day out is all yours for just £55. Prefer more creative pursuits, get down to Alfi's regular Prosecco and Paint evenings.

• Location: various
• Price: from £1.10 per person
• Why we recommend: there's no party like a Bashment & Afrobeats party. Expect packed dancefloors, top notch DJs and the vibes of an old skool nightclub

Looking to bust a move in super cool Shoreditch? Check out what Bashment & Afrobeats has in store.

Its parties are truly legendary, with DJs spinning the biggest bashment, afrobeats, dancehall, hip hop and R&B tunes. Tickets to these epic events start from just £1.10.

If you're hunting for uniquely fun things to do in Shoreditch this summer, look no further than the iconic Old Truman Brewery complex on Brick Lane.

On Saturday the 18th of July, the venue transforms into a sun-soaked open-air sanctuary for the Sisters Of House Summer Terrace Party. Melding the creative energy of East London with brilliant drinks and a massive, welcoming open-air floor, it offers the ultimate daytime weekend plan. 

Giving you the chance to explore the area while trying some delicious food, the Taco Treasure Hunt and Food Walking Tour of London takes place across Shoreditch. You'll get to try lots of delicious tacos across multiple spots on this self-guided adventure.

Go at your own pace, and soak up the culture and street art as you go - solving riddles and cracking clues to discover where your next taco is coming from.

Get your weekend started in style at 081 Shoreditch with the Bottomless Pre-Drinks Party. Expect live DJs and feel-good vibes from the first minute to the last. 

As well as games and dance-alongs, there's 90 minutes of unlimited Neapolitan pizza and free-flowing house margaritas, Aperol spritz, prosecco, Moretti and soft drinks. Grab your tickets to this epic afternoon from just 38.50.

• Location: Columbia Road
• Price: free
• Why we recommend: this is one of the best flower markets in the whole city, and it makes for the perfect wholesome morning

Having started in 1866, Columbia Road Flower Market is historic and a right of passage for anyone venturing to East London. Wake up early to make the most of the stalls, with a fresh pastry and coffee in hand from one of the many surrounding bakeries (our favourite is Pophams), then make a day of it by hitting up some of the gorgeous pubs that line its streets.

Our favourite? Royal Oak, for its movie and TV appearances (a favourite in the Kray twins films), as well as its expert British fare. But if you don't want to spend any money, simply walking around the market is one of the best free things to do in Shoreditch for the daytime.

• Location: 134-146 Curtain Road, EC2A 3AR
• Price: from £16.50 per person
• Why we recommend: you can customise this experience with bottomless drinks and food add-ons, but the live music itself is what keeps us coming back

Let's brunch and boogie, baby. Start your Saturday right with some hip hop, afrobeats and R&B goodness at the Hip Hop Orchestra Brunch in Blues Kitchen Shoreditch. Get your groove on from £16.50 per person and feast on some yummy BBQ bites while you sip on bottomless booze - costing an extra £19.95. 

Every weekend brings popcorn squid, juicy burgers, blueberry pancakes and taco bowls to the mouths of music lovers, alongside bloody marys to wash it all down. 

• Location: across Shoreditch
• Price: bars vary
• Why we recommend: if you're looking for some summer sips or just after the amazing views, there's nothing better than drinks on a rooftop

Take to the sky with our pick of the best rooftop bars in the area, featuring modern haunts fronting marble tiles, plenty of foliage and views of the overground cruising along from its terrace. For a more casual bask in the sun, with a pint in hand, hit up one of our favourite pubs, The Culpepper, where you'll find a lush garden full of herbs and vegetables that it uses in its own modern plates.

From refreshing pools to tropical oasis-inspired spots with great happy hours, we've got them all here in our guide. 

Even by Shoreditch standards, The Sanctuary's Sauna Rave is super cool way to spend your evening. Expect mist showers, cold plunges and a perfect temperature for showing off your dance moves.

Behind the decks, DJs will soundtrack your journey through fire and ice. Grab your ticket to a night of sound and steam for just £24.75.

• Location: 83 Rivington Street, Shoreditch, EC2A 3AY
• Price: £27.50 per person
• Why we recommend: A festival, reimagined, the Sofar Fringe brings the best up and coming artists to venues across the city

The Sofar Fringe Festival: Shoreditch Takeover is a full day celebration of grassroots culture and diversity. It serves up everything from music, comedy and dance to spoken word and thought leadership.

Your wristband gets you access to all this and more, with over 50 incredible artists across ten epic venues. Grab yours for just £27.50.

• Location: 256-260 Old Street, EC1V 9DD
• Price: free entry, games vary
• Why we recommend: this is the perfect place for a dose of nostalgia, with countless arcade games to show off your skills at

NQ64's Shoreditch location is an arcade lover's dream. With space for up to 450 guests and various seating styles, they've got everything to quench your retro console thirst, from basketball, snowboarding, and Pac-Man to dance machines, Guitar Hero booths, 6-player fighting games and more.

There are also themed cocktails on offer, including The Mars Attacks or an Aku Aku Fruit Punch. This is the ultimate spot to nurture your inner big kid and is enough to satisfy your gaming nostalgia, don't you think?

• Location: Unit 12, 29 Sclater Street, E1 6HR
• Price: drinks vary
• Why we recommend: the cocktails here are some of our favourites, featuring all sorts of unique flavours, and you can even try your hand at making them yourself

If you're after places to go in Shoreditch, bars are your best friend and The Cocktail Club is sure to fit the bill. Not only are these guys whipping up a range of shaken and stirred concoctions, but there are hands-on cocktail masterclasses to get stuck into as well.

Enter the eclectically decorated neon-lit den to snap up two for £14 tipples throughout the week, blast your favourite songs in one of its karaoke rooms, and try tantalising sips like a Lychee Colada or a Solero Sundae, made with coconut Bacardi rum. 

• Location: 90 Worship Street, EC2A 2BA
• Price: from £16 per person
• Why we recommend: this is much more than just bingo - this futuristic experience is full of special effects and fantastic prizes

Hijingo is a unique bar in Shoreditch that provides hours of thrilling entertainment to its visitors. Expect Tokyo Nights-inspired interiors, incredible gameplay with top-quality sound and special effects, along with some seriously impressive prizes up for grabs.

For a multi-sensory bingo experience like no other, this is the place for you, whether you're celebrating a birthday or hen do, or simply looking for an alternative trip out. Head down for its brunch on Saturdays and Sundays where, from £35 per person, you'll be able to enjoy free-flowing beer and prosecco alongside the regular, exhilarating madness.