Best Events In London 2025

If you haven't been to Ballie Ballerson yet, you're missing out. An iconic Shoreditch venue, it's all about giant ball pits, offering two hour slots where you can soak up candy-inspired cocktails and tuck into unlimited pizza. They even host mass karaoke sessions on Fridays and Saturdays, which are totally free to enter.

If you're looking to combine your love of Southern cuisine with your burning passion for all things B.I.G, look no further, the Hip Hop Brunch is here to answer all your needs. Serving two courses of mouthwatering food, alongside an hour of bottomless rum punch, and featuring a whole load of classic hip hop or RnB tracks, you'll have the chance to 'Get Your Freak On', dance the afternoon away and even try your hand at a bit of Hip Hop karaoke. 

Have you always wondered about what goes on inside a brewery? Well now you can find out, as the Camden Town Brewery Tour offers you a sneak peek at the process of creating their delicious lager. You'll find out all about their history as well, while tasting their year-round beers - and maybe even some one-off batches if you're lucky. Tickets are just £25 per person, and you'll get a free pin badge to take home as well.

For those epic (and hilarious) plans in the city, head along to The Covent Garden Comedy Club for a night worth remembering. Expect a lineup of star acts, both well-known and new at the Freemasons Arms on Long Acre. Past acts have included Rob Beckett, Noel Fielding and Romesh Ranganathan, to name a few, so you're bound to see someone great here for as little as £18 per person. Sign us up.

At Alcotraz, there's one way to make prison better: cocktails. Smuggle your favourite bottle into this high security prison (just make sure the warden doesn't catch you) and you can enjoy a range of tailored cocktails. You'll receive four bespoke tipples during the session, while interacting with the talented live actors who will be bringing your experience to life.

If you're on the hunt for the best events in London today, then venture to The London Cabaret Club. Step inside this Bloomsbury Square venue for burlesque-themed fun, made up of a delicious three-course dinner, mesmerising dancing and immersive entertainment from a talented cast, followed by an after party with live DJ sets. Their shows are themed around everything from Copacabana to Bond-inspired London Never Dies, with tickets starting from as little as £50 per person.

Searching for the best events in Central London? Look no further than The Candlelight Club, where you're encouraged to come dressed in 1920s attire. This speakeasy-themed joint is offering up a plethora of live entertainment, from the likes of jazz and cabaret across the Prohibition-style space. On top of that, there are also three-course meals which are served with a bottle of house Champagne for groups of five or more.

With locations in Victoria, Shoreditch, Islington and more, Flight Club are bringing you some of the best London events this weekend with their boozy Brunch Socials. Not only will you receive a whole bottle of prosecco each in these two-hour sessions, but you'll also get to tuck into unlimited pizza paddles and enjoy an hour of interactive darts on their electronic boards - complete with all sorts of mini games.

If you're a fan of raucous entertainment, then make your way to Vauxhall Arches for the iconic Bougie Drag Bottomless Brunch, promising a group of talented queens - some of whom have even featured on RuPaul's Drag Race UK. There will also be live DJs playing during this four-hour event, with butlers in the buff bringing you free-flowing drinks and delicious burgers made from chargrilled beef or plant-based options, all while you take part in dance-offs, lip sync battles and so much more.

On the hunt for free events in London this weekend? While there is a small charge for some of Backyard Comedy Club's Bethnal Green shows, there are many where you don't have to pay anything at all to enter. They hold regular performances throughout the week, having hosted well-known comedians like James Acaster, Jo Brand and Joe Lycett in the past - to name a few.

Blending live entertainment, stadium-grade lighting, cutting-edge sonic effects and mesmerising motion graphics, Hijingo in Shoreditch is a pretty amazing multi-sensory bingo experience.

Their quirky events give you the chance to win fantastic prizes like cash jackpots or even a European holiday, and if you want to take the experience to a whole new level then try out their bottomless brunches every single weekend - complete with 90 minutes of free-flowing beer or prosecco.

Taking its inspiration from the hit BBC show, the Race Across The World Experience is a fantastic day out that gives you a chance to explore more of London. In groups of two to eight people, you'll work together to reach three checkpoints across the city before completing the race, with plenty of unique obstacles along the way.

Public transport is banned, so you'll have get creative with your navigation skills, meanwhile solving riddles, completing challenges and sticking to a set budget. There are also optional 'work' tasks along the way. You'll be ranked on your time and budget, and top scorers will even make it onto the live leaderboard.

For one of the most mesmerising experiences around, check out Neon Naked Life Drawing at a number of London venues - from Peckham to Tooting or Angel, and everywhere in between. This vibrant, colourful event takes place on a weekly basis, giving you the chance to experiment with different artistic techniques while models pose covered in reactive body paint, brought to life by UV lights. All the supplies you need will be provided, and tickets start from just £17 per person.

Searching for fun events in London? Old School R&B Brunch is chock-full of them. From bottomless meals, complete with free-flowing rum punch and island vibes to boat parties boasting Caribbean food and immersive OSR entertainment, there won't be a single dull moment with these parties. Their events start from as little as £11.80 per person, taking place across venues in Brixton, Greenwich and The City.

This unique South London venue has got you covered for all the events you could possibly want, whether it's live music, interactive activities or watching sport. Brixton Jamm is a multi-purpose space with a huge outdoor area that's perfect for sunny days, and their events start from as little as £7.50 each. Think quirky quizzes themed around everything from Peep Show to Lord Of The Rings, alongside lively drag bingo shows and much more.

Have you ever wanted to join in with the cast at a musical? Well now you can, thanks to the West End Musical Brunch, taking place at a secret London location every single weekend. You can get up close and personal with a number of stars of the stage, all while enjoying a tasty brunch dish, with menus varying based on the venue, as well as an hour of bottomless cocktails or soft drinks - all for £79.95 per person.

Set sail along the Thames in style with Skuna Boats' Floating Hot Tub Tour of London's Docklands, where you'll get to cruise around Canary Wharf in a 38-degree hot tub. Experienced tour guides will tell you all kinds of fun facts about the area while you relax, sipping a glass of bubbles. You can book in groups of up to seven at a time, costing £39 each for a 75-minute session.

This iconic landmark is known for its 360-degree views of London and gorgeous, plant-filled spaces, but did you know that they also host all kinds of brilliant events? Head there for sunrise breakfasts of coffee and pastry from 155 metres above the city, or switch it up with an early-morning yoga or pilates class instead. You'll also find fantastic live music nights here, as well as exclusive dinner experiences or drinks on their summer spritz terrace.

From the 25th of July to the 27th, London becomes the epicentre of wing worship with Wing Fest 2025. Feast on award-winning wings from the UK's best traders, watch fierce wing-eating battles and learn the secrets of BBQ mastery from live cooking demonstrations.

Add live entertainment, axe-throwing lanes, and bourbon tastings, and you're in for an exhilarating weekend. VIP tickets unlock priority entry, a stash of 20 wings, seven drink tokens, and exclusive table service.

Start your weekend with the ultimate feel-good combo: Kitty Yoga - where mindfulness meets meow. This one-hour experience blends 40 minutes of gentle vinyasa flow with 20 minutes of pure kitten playtime. As you stretch and breathe your way through calming poses, curious kittens roam the room, bringing an extra layer of joy (and a few furry distractions).

Hosted in a cosy studio setting, this class is the perfect way to reset, unwind, and connect with the present moment - complete with cuddles and photo ops with your favourite feline friends. Whether you're a yoga pro or total beginner, it's an hour of relaxation, movement, and pure purr-fection.

This summer, get ready to party high above the city, thanks to Silent Disco London. They're hosting two brilliant events at The View From The Shard, promising unbeatable 360-degree views of the capital after dark.

This is a vibrant night out that offers three fantastic DJs playing different genres, meaning that there's something for everyone. Tune into these via your glowing LED headphones, snapping Instagram-worthy pictures along the way.

If you're on the hunt for fabulous events in London this weekend, Little Nan's is a fantastic choice for quirky affairs. They're offering boozy meals no matter the time of day - their bottomless brunches and suppers both involve two hours of unlimited cocktails served in teapots, as well as old-school eats like fish finger sandwiches, disco fries and sausage rolls, with plant-based options available too. They offer sober or tipsy afternoon teas as well, complete with homemade cakes and loose leaf tea, starting from £30 per person.

On the hunt for fun things to do in London? Barrio Bars are offering a slew of top-notch shenanigans - we mean everything from 80s musical bingo and weekend brunch sessions. It also doesn't hurt that the cocktails are sublime, and you can enjoy 90 minutes of unlimited tipples during their bottomless parties.

Promising an off-the-chain 90s themed party, these guys take you backstreet back (alright!) for a hearty chunk of nostalgia and boozy excess. You're encouraged to Be Dope, Be Awesome as you get settled into a delicious two-course meal of 90s-inspired grub, washed down with bottomless cocktails for an hour. What's more, there will be live DJs, lip sync competitions, quizzes and dance-offs with cracking prizes to be won along the way.

It's probably easiest to think of this as a disco in pub quiz format. Leaving the boring trivia rounds at home, Sounds Familiar digs out clips of all your favourite sing-along anthems and tasks its visitors with remembering the song and the artist - famous for getting even the most reserved of characters up on the chairs, singing and dancing into the night. You can find these fun-filled events all over the city, at venues everywhere from Brixton to Angel or the West End.

Perfect for any amateur bakers out there, The Big London Bake is a quirky event taking place at venues in both Tooting and Haggerston, revolving around all the fun of baking while competing against other duos. Guests will be set a number of challenges by the event's talented professionals in order to take the crown. Be sure to try your hardest, it's the yeast you can do.

Get involved with one of the best events in London tomorrow, next week or beyond with this amazing bottomless brunch. Held at a secret London location, you'll enjoy a two course meal and bottomless drinks, before the MCs have you dancing the afternoon away. Tickets start from as little as £18.99 for the party only, or you can join from the start to enjoy the full experience - including live performances, dance-offs, bingo and lots of prizes to be won.

Taking the form of an illicit gambling den in the Wild West, Moonshine Saloon is the immersive pop-up that's feeding you shaken and stirred libations from the bottle of booze you smuggle in as you don Stetsons and shout 'howdy' at just about everyone that passes you by. Each session lasts for an hour and 45 minutes, promising four bespoke tipples and card games with the locals played by talented live actors, but make sure to watch out for that sneaky sheriff as he's looking to shut the whole operation down.

If you're looking for something a little different, head to Musical Bingo or Gospeloke for some of London's best events. Listen out for big tunes and prepare to win prizes at these fun nights out as you enjoy everything from wild quizzes to belting out classics. These fun outings take place everywhere from Brixton to Soho and hackney, so there's sure to be something entertaining near you - with tickets starting from just £10 per person.

Calling all hip hop and RnB lovers, there's only one night you need to consider. Supa Dupa Fly is a stalwart on the London nightlife scene with a hot line-up of events that goes from boozy bottomless brunches with fun quizzes to free late-night parties that'll have you on the dancefloor. You can expect live DJs playing great tunes at all times of day though, from Brixton to Shoreditch and beyond.

One of the best brunch parties in town, this unique day party brings you an hour of bottomless rum cocktails, two courses of tasty Jamaican-inspired cuisine and the very best in reggae, soca, calypso and more all afternoon. Munch on chickpea curry, jerk chicken leg and indulgent chocolate cake, before hitting the dancefloor and taking part in all sorts of fun games for the chance to win some cracking prizes.

Some of the best events in London tonight, The Boat Show Comedy Club is filled with lots of laughs and a fun trip to the moored Tattershall Castle, boasting close-up views of The London Eye. Check out its hilarious lineup of themed happenings, which in the past have included stand-up acts from the likes of Fiona Ridgewell, Stephen Bailey and plenty more.

We don't know about you, but The Chocolate Cocktail Club is our idea of heaven. After all, they're combining two of our favourite things, resulting in over 20 dessert-like mixes, such as the Chocotini or a Shamazing Strawberry. And don't worry about getting peckish, they have plenty of light bites to fill you up, as well as edible chocolate shots. Tickets cost just £10.50 to secure a slot at this sweet spot, and you'll even receive a free drink on arrival.

Shimmy on over to Piccadilly's Sheraton Grand Park Lane for an evening of pure delight courtesy of world-renowned magician Sonic, who was a finalist in The Magic Circle Stage Magician of the Year for 2018.

Boasting sleight of hand that will have you oohing and aahing all night long, The Magic Hour is the perfect quirky night out in the capital, complete with creative cocktails to keep you refreshed throughout the performance. Check out its spellbinding show over at Andaz London too, with tickets from £49 per person. 

Ready for a food and drinks experience like no other? Then hop on The Murdér Express. This is a 1920s-themed experience which involves cocktails and immersive entertainment from a talented cast. Not only will you have to work out who the murder suspect is, but you'll also have four courses of fantastic dishes to enjoy from a Great British Menu winner - we're talking tempura courgette, braised beef cheek and chocolate cigars for dessert.

Turn up the volume on fun with Silent Sounds Boat Party. This isn't just any party; it's a silent disco aboard The Dutch Master, a two-storey boat cruising past London's most stunning landmarks like Big Ben and Tower Bridge. Tickets start at just £27 per person for this dazzling experience.

Three music channels let you choose your party vibe, from disco grooves to house beats. Feeling thirsty? Head to one of two bars for a drink while you take in the city skyline. And when the cruise ends, the party isn't over - Ballie Ballerson, the ball pit cocktail bar, awaits with free guest list entry for select ticket holders.

Plonk is a crazy golf experience in the city like no other, where neon jungles come littered with quirky miniature courses that only the competitive can compete. These sites also offer retro arcade machines pool tables if you fancy a little extra competition after you've made your way around the nine holes. From Hackney to Borough Market, head to one of their sites for tropical cocktails, craft beer and a dangerously good time.

Across the capital, there are all kinds of immersive art exhibitions for you to visit in 2025. Prepare to be wowed as you get stuck into some of the quirkiest experiences and displays that the city has to offer, whether that's Disney 100, Dopamine Land or the iconic Twist museum. To find out where all these must-visit locations are, check out our guide.

If you're looking to book London events in the next 14 days, then look no further than this quirky venue. Located in Fitzrovia, Monopoly Lifesized is a fabulous event for team-building activities. You'll get to enjoy immersive experiences based on the board game, from playing escape room challenges through to building houses. Plus, there's themed food and drink at the Top Hat Bar & Restaurant.