Best Events In August

If you're after a cocktail experience, then this summer pop up is just what you need. Whether it's rum, gin or whiskey you're after, the Merchant House's hidden bar has it all. With a personal bartender and your own music selection, this is the perfect private hire.

To celebrate the work of some of Hip Hop's B.I.Gest artists and groups, Hip Hop Brunch will be putting on a number of afternoons throughout August, letting you unwind to your favourite songs while tucking into a delicious 3-course meal. With bottomless cocktails served between 12-1 pm and an impressive food menu boasting all your favourite Southern dishes, Saturday afternoons just got a whole lot better.

Hop aboard The Dutch Master, as this two-storey boat floats you past iconic London landmarks all while you listen to everything from disco classics to hardcore house – depending on what channel you're listening to.

One of the best events in London this August, this fun and quirky bar down at Tobacco Dock is bringing you skyline views, gorgeous summery drinks and French and British lawn games to have a crack at.

Retelling the stories of some of music history's most loved names, the Reimagine collective bring together orchestras and live performers to offer one of the most nostalgic live experiences in London.

Enter a world of shady characters and betrayals at this immersive event, where you'll be thrust into the centre of an illicit gambling den, and you'll have to collect evidence and gather clues in order to crack the case threatening it all.

Head to Boisdale Canary Wharf for some of the best London events in August. They'll be hosting their Best Of British season with tribute nights to Queen, Elton John, The Beatles, and Rod Stewart, along with BBQs and DJ nights.

With some of the summer's best London events taking place under its roof, Cafe de Paris is the perfect spot to unleash your inner prince or princess and indulge in the decadence that this city has to offer.

Popularly known as one of the best comedy clubs in central London, the Covent Garden Comedy Club prides itself on delivering only the biggest names on the international circuit right now. Each show sees several completely hilarious comics take to the stage alongside one compere, and your ticket offers both 15% off at the Lulivo Italian restaurant.

Named as one of the UK's best RnB nights, Supa Dupa Fly is an unmissable series of events. From parties on a rooftop through to beach parties, this huge night of top London DJs and a party happy atmosphere.

Master of the supernatural Jack Daw has been recruited to solve mysteries across unique locations in London – and he needs your help. Join him to uncover dark secrets, murders and mysterious pasts.

Whitney fans look out as this concert series brings you a night dedicated to the iconic singer. Performed by a stunningly talented group of musicians, it's one of the best events coming up in London in August.

Bringing you delicious brunch plates, burgers and breakfasts, Mac & Wild are going all out at the weekends with their new bottomless booze deal. Grab yourself unlimited fizz, Bloody Marys and Buckie Royales for just £21.

Do yoga like never before, as you don your finest glitter at their DIY station before performing an hour long class to a mix of disco classics. You'll finish off with a super-food cocktail or mocktail.

For an alternative night out in London this August, head to this pop-up ceilidh dancing event. Expect all the classic Scottish dances, with some alternative ones thrown in - as a live ceilidh band put some spark into your summer.

This summer, DNA VR invite you to take part in a new experience. Immerse yourself in the world of virtual reality and conquer new challenges through seamless design and modern technology.

Beer just got healthy, as Gipsy Hill are giving you a can of their low-calorie Beatnik brew to sip on while resident yoga instructor Jessica May puts you through your paces with an hour of Vinyasa yoga.

Comedy Carnival brings you award-winning comedians from around the world, as well as plush dining and roaring shows at some of London's best venues.

With the infamous burgers from Lucky Chip, as well as epic club nights, Queen's has made quite a name for themselves. Now, they've upped their game with another installment of karaoke, but be quick 'cos tickets won't hang about.

London Cabaret Club is the ultimate way to spend a night out in Central London, with an excellent array of cabaret shows set around distinctly British themes and performed by West End stars, all while you feast on delicious dinners.

Musical Bingo combines everything you love about bingo and music and makes it that much better. Every month the theme changes, so expect your favourite songs on the airwaves, some mystery rounds and pizza from Pizza East Kitchen.

Step out of the ordinary and into the extraordinary at this amazing supper club. Over the course of 10 dishes, you will be flown through space and across the world as eating combines with projections, visuals and sounds.

Offering some of the finest food and drink on Heddon Street, Sakagura have channelled their talents into some stunning events where you can sample the delights of their various menus.

Matching great films with tasty treats, the Gourmet Cinema Club is back this month to bring you screenings of your favourite movie classics from The Big Lebowski to The Notebook.

Kicking off this month, head to The Victoria Tavern where their Tuesday nights are transforming into the ultimate pub sports tournaments as team battle it out to see who will be named kings of the big kids.

Boost up your weekend game this August in London as the Reggae Brunch arrives to bring you bottomless cocktails and delicious food set to the soundtrack of your favourite Reggae, Soca, Calypso, Soul, Bashment and Ska sounds.

Hosted by Gabriel Waterhouse 1 Michelin-starred Galvin La Chapelle and three times Michelin-starred chef Herber Berger, you can guarantee a delicious meal at this pop up supperclub. With seven courses and paired wines, you can't go wrong.

The Grand is your one-stop shop for fun this August, from their huge confetti-canon filled weekends, through to sing-along cinema nights - there's always something big going down.

Take a crack at distilling your own gin at this cool masterclass at the Half Hitch micro-distillery. Bring your own ingredients to this fascinating session and leave with a little taster of your own gin, as well as a slug or two of Half Hitch's own unique brand.

This month, things are getting spicy at FEST, as they bring a whole heap of entertainment. From iconic film singalongs to magic shows and burlesque performances, there is something for everyone at this quirky summer series.

The Murdér Express is here to take you all the way back to the 20th century, complete with cocktails at the Seven Sins platform bar and a tantalising food menu created by MasterChef finalists, Billy and Jack. 

The Prince of Wales is the ultimate way to spend the last summer month, boasting some of the best themed nights, massive parties, and hottest DJs to come south of the river. And with it spread across the club and rooftop space, you can really enjoy the summer loving.

Think you know what a fun brunch in London looks like? You must not have met The 90s Brunch yet. Join them this August for daytime drinks and throwback antics as the promise 90s hits, bottomless mimosa's, a lip-sync battle and more.

There's a new brunch player in town and they're bringing bottomless cocktails, two courses of brunch food and the hottest disco tunes with them.

Celebrate the iconic Frida Kahlo with this themed brunch in her honour. There's Margarita and Pisco Sours alongside signature small plates and mains from the robata grill, alongside mouth-watering desserts.

Head down to this immersive mystery experience where you are invited to investigate evidence and solve the secrets in groups of three or more. Perfect for fans of escape rooms, you can walk the line between espionage and theatre.

What better way to celebrate the summer than with a bout of shuffleboard and some tasty cocktails? Head to the London Shuffle where you can enjoy all that and more this August in London.

An immersive multi-sensory whisky tasting experience like never before, Mac and Wild introduce Blair Bowman, whisky consultant and author, who will lead you through tastings paired with canapes, as your senses are heightened by complete darkness.

This night of 1920's-themed close-up magic at one of London's most exclusive hotels sees magician extraordinaire Tony Middleton taking on his 50th show, alongside Magic Circle Stage Magician of the Year 2018 finalise Dominick Zwolinski.

Step into the Wild West at Moonshine Saloon, where the King of Moonshiners will shake you up some spectacular drinks, you'll don your cowboy gear… and you'll have to watch out for the Sherriff!

Get out of the summer heat and into one of The VR Concept's cutting-edge gaming booths. Choose your game and enjoy up to an hour of interactive adventuring with your friends at locations across London.