Best Events in January

This epic immersive experience is based on Jeff Wayne's iconic soundtrack to The War of The Worlds. Step into the midst of an alien invasion in the year 1898 and spend the next two hours absorbed into a world of virtual reality, immersive theatre and cutting edge technology, bringing you closer to the action than ever before. You'll even get some nosh and a drink to calm your nerves at the end.

It's all haggis and cracking ceilidh's this January in the city as Burns Night returns. While a renowned Scottish celebration, London has more than embraced the tradition, bringing the parties that celebrate the renowned poet to a whole other level. Let the fun commence.

Soak up bottomless fizz and tuck into mouthwatering brunch dishes in one of London's quirkiest locations. Haven't been to this glowing ball pit? Well now's your chance and it's going to be a killer.

Looking for an amazing winter walk this January? We've got those. But what if we found you the best cosy pubs to end up at too? Yep, we've done the hard work so you just need to do the walking. 

Enjoy your favourite movies like never before as The Grand kick your viewing experience up a notch with mass sing-alongs, themed drinks, dance-offs and prizes for the best costumes. They've even got 5ive performing live on 25th of January for an incredible evening of 90s throwbacks.

Supa Dupa Fly is the place to be for amazing parties in great locations – from your favourite clubs to mansions – whether you're here to see the DJ or are just hip hop and RnB mad, they've got all that and more.

If you're averse to the thought of not drinking this month, Meantime Brewing Company has got just what you need. From private tours to multi-course meals and the chance to meet the brewers, this is one for the beer lovers out there.

Ditch the dull outdoors for an immersive VR experience this January with Hyper Reality. These guys will be giving you an exclusive all-access look-in with two hours of riding rollercoasters, exploring new worlds and chasing high scores, with hearty refreshments to fuel the action. 

It was a box office success, and has songs that know how to work their way into your head, so what if it was a brunch too? That's right, The Greatest Showman has been transformed into a magical brunch experience to remember.

Looking for something a little different? Head to Holloway Road where this escape room will be taking up residence at The Owl & Hitchhiker for a fast-paced hour of fun challenges and kooky characters.

Whether you're looking to pick up some new kitchen skills or get stuck into some good old fashioned eating this January, temper's London restaurants are sorting you out for all that and more. From bottomless butchery masterclasses to taco night and Burns celebrations, this month is looking anything but boring.

January is still serving the city a bitter chill, so where to set that aside? At some of London's best fondue locations. So gouda you won't want to miss them, enjoy everything from raclette in Alpine restaurants to gooey cheese in a unique pop-up.

Bringing you some of the best food, drink and craft classes in London this month, Petersham Nurseries are showing you how to pair wine, make pasta and create your very own hand-tied bouquets. Head down to their gorgeous Covent Garden venue and see if you don't end up with a hobby for life.

Working out doesn't have to be a bore; head to south London's Lightbox, where New Motion Fitness bring a party atmosphere to all of their sessions alongside awesome light shows and music to keep you pumped.

Put your code-breaking skills to the test with an evening at this immersive cocktail event. During the experience you'll be tasked with following clues, deciphering code and operating various AI equipment to create various concoctions in order to save the human race.

Brunching just got cool(er). The almighty London collective, Hip Hop Brunch invite you down to a super secret squirrels location where you'll be fed a mighty, meaty 3 course 'Dirty South' menu of, you guessed it, Americana inspired foods. There'll be bottomless cocktails for an hour and a playlist of only the biggest and baddest classic Hip Hop anthems. 

One of London's quirkiest brunch events is back to add some extra sparkle to your January afternoons. With a stunning five hours of musical hits form some of the West End's biggest stars, you'll be wined, dined and amazed by this unique experience. 

Wrap up warm and prepare for a truly memorable trip along the Thames. You'll zip along in a speedboat past the city's iconic landmark as part of an inspiring guided tour, with a soundtrack of hits blasting and a welcome cocktail for when you return to land. 

Ever wanted to sing with the backing of a full gospel choir? Join Gospeloke, the most euphoric singing experience you'll experience. With an amazing host and a fantastic selection of songs, this is one for the books.

Veggies and vegans should look away now, because this event is all about the wings. You'll be taken to three of the best chicken spots where you can munch on the finest wings and wash down with craft beers.

FEST have a whole host of goodies in store to get you out of those January blues. With entertainment from burlesque stars to fire performers, it's certainly one way to heat up winter nights. 

Inject some Jamaican heat into your winter Sundays with delicious brunch dishes, flowing drinks and the biggest hits in reggae, dancehall and bashment. For just £15 you'll indulge in three courses of Caribbean flavours complete with a bottomless rum punch hour, that's enough to get anyone's temperature rising. 

Add a little light-hearted fun to your dull and dark January evenings with a night at one of these wonderfully wacky immersive events. Take your pick between bopping along to musical bingo, trying your luck at fast-paced quizzing or singing your heart out with the help of a gospel choir to help you out at Gospeloke.

A Cold War thriller with an interactive element, this unique piece of theatre is taking over the Kensington Central Library this month. Head over to uncover the truth behind a mysterious murder, and held paranormal investigator Jack Daw get to the bottom of this unique case.

One of the best cocktail experiences in the capital, Alcotraz is a bar for the bucket list. Their collection of prison-themed venues will have you smuggling you own booze past the watchful wardens before some very talented inmates whip them up into a series of delicious drinks for you. 

Whether you're back on the lash or going sober this January, Electric Shuffle's brunch has you sorted. Head to the east London fave for an afternoon of pizza, shuffleboard and DJs backed by flowing fizz and juice for the non-drinkers.