Best Anti-Valentine's Day Events In London

For many people, the V-word is enough to send shivers down their spines. But if you're not spending the 14th of February canoodling a loved one, what the hell are you gonna do? Go out there, get the drinks in and party like it's any other night, or even try your hand at a quirky, alternative activity.

For the sake of cynics, singletons and Galentine's celebrators alike, we've stockpiled some of the best anti-Valentine's events in London this year.

Last edited by Kiera Chapman

Last updated on 10th February 2025




Club Curling

@ Coal Drops Yard on Various dates from Wednesday 12th February 2025

This Valentine's Day, skip the flowers and candles and slide right into something a little cooler - literally. Club Curling in London offers the perfect anti-Valentine's Day experience for anyone wanting to break the ice (pun intended) in the most fun way possible.

Get your competitive spirit flowing as you gather your friends and unleash your inner curling champion on the icy lanes. No romance is required - just pure, unfiltered competition, icy laughs, and the kind of fun that will have you bonding over your shared (or maybe not so shared) lack of curling skills.

CABARET AT LA BODEGA NEGRA - Bodega Bordello

@ LA BODEGA NEGRA on Wednesday 12th February 2025 and 10 other Wednesdays

If you're looking to skip the romance and embrace the razzle-dazzle this Valentine's Day, Cabaret at La Bodega Negra is where you need to be. Say goodbye to traditional, sugary sweet dates and say hello to a night filled with sizzling performances, jaw-dropping cabaret acts, and cocktails that'll make your heart race for all the right reasons.

Prepare to be dazzled by a line-up of world-class performers, as the cabaret acts blur the lines between the fabulous and the forbidden. From seductive burlesque to high-energy cabaret, every moment will make you forget all about Valentine's Day.

Silent Disco Walking Tours #silenttours

Turn the volume up on love being a drag and shake your tails to anthems from the fiercest divas out there with Silent Disco Walking Tours at Marquis Of Granby. Celebrate all things independence and self-love while dancing through the streets of London this anti-Valentines Day.

Disco Yoga Brunch

@ The Phoenix on Saturday 15th February and Saturday 22nd March 2025

This Valentine's Day, why not bend, stretch, and groove your way to a fabulous anti-Valentine's escape? Disco Yoga Brunch is the perfect spot for those looking to trade romantic dinners for yoga mats and funky beats.

Get your body moving from £39 per person with a yoga session that blends calming poses with an energetic disco soundtrack. Afterwards, treat yourself to a delicious brunch, where you can indulge in tasty bites and sip on mimosas that'll make you feel all the more fabulous.

Glitter & Titter Cabaret

@ The Albany on Fri, 14th Feb 2025 @ 20:00 - 22:30

At Glitter & Titter Cabaret, you're in for an evening of top-notch entertainment featuring London's brightest talents in burlesque, drag, and comedy. With tickets starting at just £12, this show at The Albany offers unbeatable value.

Ms. Larissa Thorne will personally welcome you to a night of show-stopping performances, endless giggles, and glitter galore.

Harlots, Strumpets and Tarts, Oh My! (Anti) Valentines Special!❤️

@ Covent Garden tube station on Saturday 15th February 2025

If you're not in the mood for all things lovey-dovey this Valentine's Day, then head to Herstorical Tours' Harlots, Strumpets and Tarts, Oh My! tour on the 15th. The female-led events group is all about revealing London's forgotten past, telling you the stories of Georgian sex workers.

Their talented guide will be entertaining you through acting and comedy, in a two-hour session that costs just £20 per person to attend.

The Understudy

Mates, Not Dates and 1 other offer

Who needs candlelit dinners when you can raise a glass with your mates instead? This Valentine's, ditch the romance and celebrate friendship at The Understudy. With their Mates, Not Dates offer, groups of six or more get their first can of KERB lager or glass of prosecco on the house - because good times are better when shared.

Sip on craft beers and cocktails, tuck into juicy burgers from Meltdown, slurp-worthy noodles from Sen Noods, and Middle Eastern delights from Sireli, and enjoy a fun, no-pressure night with your crew. Whether you're boycotting Valentine's or just here for great drinks and street food, The Understudy is the perfect place to eat, drink, and be unapologetically single.

Kirsty's Alternative Valentine's Singalong at The King's Head

@ Downstairs At The King's Head on Fri, 14th Feb 2025 @ 20:30 - 23:30

Skip the usual Valentine's Day clichés and head to Downstairs at The King's Head for Kirsty's Alternative Valentine's Singalong - a night where the only thing you'll be falling for is the catchy tunes. Sing your heart out to all the songs you love (no need for any love songs here), with great company, drinks in hand, and an atmosphere filled with laughter. 

So grab your friends (or come solo and make new ones), and enjoy an alternative Valentine's night full of music, laughs, and plenty of sing-alongs. No roses, no candlelit dinners - just an unforgettable night of pure entertainment.

Floating Hot Tub Tour of London's Docklands

@ Skuna Boats on Every Wednesday

The Floating Hot Tub Tour of London's Docklands is your ultimate anti-Valentine's escape. Imagine unwinding in a hot tub as the city skyline drifts by, surrounded by friends (or solo if you're embracing your inner captain of independence). This isn't about roses; it's about bubbles, beats, and a few cheeky cocktails as you soak away the stress of traditional romantic clichés.

This floating, bubbly adventure cruises through London's iconic docklands, offering you a hot tub full of laughter, good company, and exceptional city views. Forget love; get lost in the magic of a hot tub on the water where only good vibes and steamy fun are allowed.

Avora: A New-World Cocktail Experience

@ Roscorp Laboratories on Various dates from Wednesday 12th February 2025

Ready to trade traditional romance for an unforgettable, immersive escape? Avora: A New World Cocktail Experience is the perfect anti-Valentine's hangout for those who want to drink and discover the otherworldly.

Step into a place that's as far from Cupid as you can get, where you'll sip on bespoke cocktails that take you on a journey through mysterious, otherworldly landscapes - no cheesy love songs, just stunning concoctions and mind-bending experiences. As you venture deeper into the experience, you'll be guided through a visually stunning, multi-sensory space, all while sipping on creations that are as wild as your plans for the night.

GOOCE SUPPER CLUB X PARADISE

@ Paradise on Thu, 13th Feb 2025 @ 19:00 - 23:00

London's first Singles Supper Club is back, and this time, it's teaming up with Paradise for an unforgettable evening of great food, flowing drinks, and effortless connections. If the idea of awkward speed dating makes you cringe, Gooce is the perfect antidote.

Taking place on the 13th of February, this exclusive event at Paradise in Kensal Rise is designed for London's sociable and like-minded 32-42-year-old singles. Your ticket includes a welcome cocktail - the Absolut Hunni Lemonade - to set the mood, followed by a three-course feast that's as indulgent as it is conversation-starting. Expect dishes like sweet potato and date fritters with tamarind chutney, a choice of Gressingham duck breast with a honey vinaigrette or rich red lentil dahl with spiced aubergine, and a sticky toffee pudding with salted caramel sauce to round off the evening.

plonk

Not a fan of all that romance? Nay worries, as Plonk's various locations are open on the big day so you and your mates can enjoy a fun evening playing mini-golf in quirky surrounds. This is definitely up there as one of the best anti-Valentine's Day activities in London.

Little Nan's Deptford Bar

If you're over the whole heart-shaped nonsense and looking for a cheeky anti-Valentine's Day alternative, Little Nan's Deptford Bar is the quirky, retro escape you never knew you needed. Think vintage vibes, neon lights, and kitschy décor straight out of your nan's living room - this bar is all about embracing the weird and wonderful.

Forget the romance; here, it's all about fun, laughter, and the best cocktails served in teapots. Grab your mates, sip on a cocktail from a mismatched china cup, and enjoy the nostalgic tunes that will take you straight back to simpler times.

Tonight Josephine

Get ready for a saucy schedule of entertainment as Tonight Josephine is hitting us up with all kinds of Galentine's-worthy brunches this February. Not only will there be crude queens as your hosts and lively girl power hits as the soundtrack, but also bottomless cocktails, tasty food and obscene games.

Fabulous Brunch Events London

Whatever area of London you're in, you can head to a quirky bottomless brunch hosted by Fabulous Brunch Events London. Expect the campest of queens and the booziest of beverages as you boogie to pop classics and compete for some cracking prizes.

We Are Still Young - Anti-Valentine's Special! 🤘

@ The Grand on Sat, 15th Feb 2025 @ 22:30 - 3:00

Forget Cupid's arrows - this Valentine's weekend, it's all about rebelling against love at We Are Still Young's Anti-Valentine's Special at The Clapham Grand. On the 15th of February, London's favourite emo-pop-punk night returns, bringing the best of My Chemical Romance, Paramore, Blink 182, and more to the dance floor.

From the same crew that's rocked festivals like Download and Mighty Hoopla, you can expect an unforgettable night filled with high-energy hits from bands like Fall Out Boy, A Day To Remember, Avril Lavigne, and so many more. So, grab your biggest jumpers, smudge on that red lipstick, and get ready for a night of rebellion, fun, and non-stop dancing.

Moonshine Saloon: Western Cocktail Experience

@ Moonshine Saloon on Various dates from Wednesday 12th February 2025

Saddle up and ditch the lovey-dovey clichés this Valentine's Day at Moonshine Saloon: Western Cocktail Experience, London's immersive bar where romance takes a backseat to rebellion. This isn't about roses and candlelit dinners - it's about donning a Stetson, smuggling contraband, and sipping outlaw-worthy cocktails in a saloon where drama is on tap.

Step into the Wild West as you join a gang of bootleggers, trade quips with shady characters, and sip expertly crafted cocktails made from the 'hooch' you sneak in (it's BYOB - bring your own bottle). Forget love; this is an evening of lawless libations, secret deals, and outlaw adventures.

Unplugged and Unmatched: Valentine Night!

@ Rake’s Café Bar on Fri, 14th Feb 2025 @ 19:00 - 1:00

If you're done with apps, swiping and the online dating world, then this single's night at Rake's is the thing for you this Valentine's Day. Enjoy a night of cheekily-named cocktails like The Ghoster, The Narcissist, and The Cheater in a classy environment and bring your icks to pin up on the board.

The Devil Wears Prada

@ Dominion Theatre on Various dates from Wednesday 12th February 2025

Who needs a heart-shaped box of chocolates when you've got The Devil Wears Prada musical to keep you entertained this Valentine's Day? Leave behind the lovey-dovey clichés and dive into the world of high fashion, fierce ambition, and all the sass you can handle.

With dazzling performances and iconic moments from the movie, this is a night where the only thing that matters is how much fun you have, not who's holding your hand. Grab your mates, sip a cocktail, and enjoy a night of unforgettable entertainment that'll leave you saying, that's all.