Cool and Quirky Events in London

Whether you've got to dash off after the ceremony or plan to be the last one standing at the reception, this quirky event in London is bringing you the very best bits of the Royal Wedding, without all the pomp. Get your finest wedding attire ready as the parties kick off - day and night - with live music, dancing and cocktails.

The infamous Secret Cinema is back with a special 10 year celebration and it promises to be as epic as ever. This year they are bringing the dystopian, neon world of Bladerunner to life, from cyborgs to underground nightlife.

Looking for something a bit different for brunch? Well then, how does unlimited prosecco and pizza, all while diving into Ballie Ballerson's new 1m-strong ball pit in Shoreditch sound?

One of the top upcoming quirky events in London, this cool immersive dining experience will let you experience the early days of luxury train travel, complete with a delicious dinner from Masterchef finalists Billy and Jack.

See London like never before as The Dutch Master takes you past iconic London landmarks, you’ll be able to choose your favourite DJ, who will be playing everything from hardcore house, to rock music, to dance floor fillers.

With live music, floor shows, cabaret and flowing Champagne, this cool and quirky London event invites you to step back into the Jazz-age aboard the opulent SS Atlantica.

This cool and quirky immersive event will see you dropped into the middle of an illicit gambling den, where you and your team must collect clues, meet characters and gather evidence in order to solve the case, save the club, and learn the story.

Join Basil, Sybil and Manuel for a shambolic evening of dining as the incredibly popular immersive theatre event returns for 2018. Based on the hit TV show, the night will be just as funny, only this time you're one of the guests.

Bringing you everything you could possibly need to have the perfect summer, the Fulham Beach Club returns to Neverland for a season of sun, sand, shuffleboard and bottomless brunch.

With drinks, views and lawn games galore, this cool and quirky bar in London is one of the only spots to be doing your drinking this summer. 

Bringing all sorts of naughtiness to Shoreditch is Rascals, the hot new bar and restaurant. Get ready for an epic bash of bottomless brunch with espresso martinis, all you can eat buffets, drag queens and game shows.

Immerse yourselves in the sounds of Vivaldi and Handel as the London Musical Arts Ensemble and talented director John Landor bring it to life in the beautiful church setting lit by stunning candles.

This cool and quirky London party venue makes for the ultimate day out. Bring your own booze, food and friends and embark on this fun boat journey down the Regent's Canal.

The Strictly Come Drag QUEENS are taking the royal wedding into their own hands with a lip-synching, all-dancing extravaganza, with two delicious courses, an hour of bottomless fizz, and disco dancing till midnight.

You’ve never done a run like this before: at Pizza Run, you can run for 5k – in fancy dress or not, up to you – and along the way there’s checkpoints where you collect slices of pizza! Afterwards there’s a party with a DJ, photos and fun.

The fate of Britain is in your hands as COLAB Theatre put on another excellent immersive theatre experience. Join they group as they recreate 1940s Britain; you're in the war cabinet and it's up to you to decide how to save King and Country.

Don’t come here expecting your traditional quiz night. Sure, there’s six rounds, great cocktails, beers and street food, and even free poppadum nachos, but with their hilarious Drag Queen quiz master in charge, who knows what will happen?

Promising live choirs, epic 16-piece orchestras and live performers aplenty, Reimagine retell the stories of some of music history's biggest and brightest names including Dr Dre, Lauryn Hill and Daft Punk! 

This cool and quirky London event will put a hole right through your beliefs. Part fine-dining event, part immersive theatre experience, it's a must-visit show this year.

Prison isn’t too bad when you’ve got cocktails. Sneak your favourite bottle of alcohol into this high security prison and one of the inmates will shake you up something special. But in this immersive drinking experience, there’s only one thing: you can’t get caught!

East Ham’s largest soft play area is launching the ultimate way to kick off your Friday night, with two hours of trampolines, laser mazes, ninja warrior obstacle courses and more, all with an amazing soundtrack from a live DJ.

Take yourself back to the bygone days of the 1920s and indulge in a little Golden Age excess courtesy of The Candlelight Club. Champions of atmospheric dining and candlelit suppers, these guys revive the Jazz Age like never before. Dress your dapper best and prepare to jive on the dance floor to the smooth sounds of Jazz. 

You haven’t seen Cabaret like this before – The London Cabaret Club dives into the rich cultural history of Britain to present a night of sophisticated live entertainment. From shows about the nature of London to the a celebration of British musical history, these original shows are memorable experiences, and all take place while you dine on delicious food.

Raucous fun from the first minute, Sounds Familiar is more of a rowdy disco than a pub quiz. There’s no need for sneaky Wikipedia checks on your smartphone here, your task is to identify the name and artist of famous songs instead. You’ll be up on the tables, dancing and belting out the tunes in no time at all.

From cinema screenings, to afternoon teas and live music, the Karma Sanctum has some of the coolest events in London. 

Enjoy a yoga session with the backdrop of the incredible city skyline at the Sky Gardens – a truly beautiful way to start your day – before enjoying a continental buffet breakfast to finish off.

Predator Adventures is the first of its kind in the UK. Speeding along the Thames at up to 60mph, the craft is controlled from land, get in the Seabreacher and get ready for the ride of your life.

Ever wanted to drink bottomless cocktails from an old nana's teapots? Well here's your chance. From afternoon cocktail parties to 90s-inspired hangouts, tropical getaways to Spice Girl sing-a-longs, this kitsch hideaway has it all.

The future of gaming is here and it's landed in The Four Thieves. The Battersea pub has just unveiled its virtual reality gaming experience with gamers able to book a whole room for themselves and friends for 20 mins of interactive fun. 

Handmade Mysteries create twisted escape rooms for people looking for a pulse-racing, brain-teasing, immersive experience. Based in London's finest drinking establishments, your game host will introduce your team to a series of bizarre contraptions and mysterious misfits. Will you win and cry for joy? Or lose, and just cry? 

Perfect for any amateur bakers out there, The Big London Bake is a quirky event taking place this summer, revolving around all the yeast-based fun of baking. Guests will be set a number of challenges by the event's talented professionals in order to find out who is London's true star baker.  Will you rise above the rest or crumble under the pressure of this quirky event.

Aeronaut are propelling themselves into the future with their very own virtual reality concept! Come to one of London’s most fun pubs and enjoy a range of cutting-edge virtual reality immersive experiences.

You’ve probably never tried anything like Pitch Black before. You’ll get familiar with your surroundings and a glass of prosecco before the lights are turned off and you are guided through the intricate flavours by the witty host.

This is not your typical night out - head over to Whitechapel to spend an hour trying to escape the living dead. Trapped in a Room with a Zombie involves being locked in a room with a zombie and having to complete a series of puzzles and challenges to escape.

As the home of live music and jazz, Kansas Smitty's doesn't miss a beat when it comes to a night out in Hackney. from their julep cocktails through to the talented array of live musicians, Kansas Smitty's is making every night a great one.

Head to Stratford for this cool and quirky London event. Choose from over 20 different VR gaming experiences and immerse yourself in the future of gaming technology.

Karaoke but without all the same songs you’ve heard before, come to Afrobeat Karaoke for amazing music coupled with delicious food, as well as games and fun activities to make sure you’re entertained all night long.

For a cool and quirky night out in London you're never going to forget, mosey down to Ma' Plucker on a Thursday and tuck into their bottomless bird and booze offer. Alongside all the beer, prosecco or margarita, guests will be able to dig into as much chipotle-marinated chicken as their stomachs can handle. Better still, the entire evening is 70s-themed, so there'll be loud outfits and fun disco tunes played throughout.

If you’re looking for something a bit alternative, how about you try bingo with a twist: Musical Bingo! With a monthly changing theme, there’s even more of a chance to hear your favourite song, and with some mystery rounds and lots of pizza, you are in for a good night.

For amazing drinks deals, delicious food and three rounds of bingo, this cool and quirky London event at The Breakfast Club in Battersea rise has everything you need for a awesome night out this April.

Tuck into something a little ye olde in London with one of the most unique events in the city, The Medieval Banquet. From social feasting in unique vaults, to jugglers, performers, and King Henry himself, this roaring affair is sure to be a night to remember, and most definitely a trip back through time. 

Get ready for the biggest espresso martini menu the world has ever seen as this secretive pop-up heads to Soho for six weeks of Speakeasy vibes and crafted cocktails.

The perfect intersection of thrill ride and delicious meal, jump on this Rocket Thames Ping Pong Taster and enjoy 15 minutes of high-octane speed boat action, before stepping off at Ping Pong for a tasty set menu.

Compete in your very own winter sports at Queens, where you and another team will face off in curling, human curling, which sees you and your friends taking the place of the curling stone.

Re-live the golden age of gaming at this cool and quirky London event. Chock-full of retro games from Mortal Kombat to a Sonic Speedrun competition, it's one of the best gaming events in the city.

Head to the roof of the Brunel Museum for one of these cool and quirky London events. The Midnight Apothecary will be popping up once again in the museum's rooftop garden for campfires, cocktails and delicious street food.

What happens when you invite hip-hop and RnB into a bingo hall? Blingo, is what. Expect a big night of beats, prizes, dance offs, lip sync battles and the sickest house party you’ve ever been to afterwards.

With shows ranging from the sexual, to the geeky, to the downright dangerous, there are so many quirky things to do at the London Burlesque Festival that you’ll definitely leave both thrilled and hot under the collar.

It's big, it's messy and it's hella fun; this is one of London's best club nights and it's bringing a whole host of mad events. Join Supa Dupa Fly as they host their legendary RnB night across some of the city's best venues.

There’s fewer places in London cooler than Sky Garden, so take the trip 35 floors into the sky and enjoy cocktails, live music and tunes from their great DJs, as well as that unbeatable view.

See London Dungeon like never before with this immersive late night. Head to the iconic attraction as they spin you back to the grisly past, complete with cocktails, rides and interactive theatre.

Get stuck into another round Hooray Cabaret as they bring their best line up of cabaret, burlesque and drag performances to date – followed by an awesome after-party.

Fiddle Pardididdle are putting a bit of quirky Scottish fun back into your London night out. The live music band will be leading you through the steps to a ceilidh for a hilarious and fun evening.

Vice City was not only one of the best games ever released, but also one of the best soundtracks. Prepare for a night of resident DJs spinning the best in 80s tunes, alongside a healthy dose of Hawaiian shirts.

Come see quirky artist Little Boots as she does a Dj takeover of The Moth Club to celebrate the release of her EP, Burn, with support from loads of other DJs such as Metronomy’s Anna Prior.

Offering some of the most cool and quirky events in London, Aeronaut brings you some of the kookiest goings-on. From mad cabaret to stunning circus and comedy brunches, there's always something fun happening at this great Acton bar.

Aeronaut's renowned circus show returns for a new year with a new life bringing with it aerialists, acrobats and everything you've come to expect from this cool and quirky show.

Party like the zoo animal you are at Fu Manchu, who are bringing the best hip hop playlist, along with immersive activities, performances, special guests and ring masters to create a weird and wonderful night out.

Disco Yoga is coming to London. This cool and quirky event combines yoga moves to disco classics such as Diana Ross and The Jackson Five, plus there's even super healthy cocktails. Get ready for your weekend in the healthiest possible way.

Brunch just got a bit more mental. Mix bottomless Bloody Marys, Mimosas & Bubbles with some hella tasty brunch dishes and then throw in some of the outrageous antics from the host herself Tina Turner Tea Lady. She will be sassing the whole quirky event in London up with some typically boozy bingo games. 

This cool and quirky London event brings you bingo, bottomless booze and bonkers antics. Enjoy a tasty brunch from the good folks at the People's Park Tavern, and drink the morning away with hilarious comedy from Mr. James Hancox and Ria Lina.

Lucky Voice Karaoke in Islington is not messing about when it comes to its brunch offer. The team is combining two hours of bottomless cocktails, a great selection of bagels and huge DJ sets for guests to enjoy. With an hour of karaoke to round things off, this is one brunch in London you're unlikely to forget in a hurry.

For an afternoon full of delicious cocktails and even better Southern-inspired food, head to the Hip Hop Brunch, an event that'll completely change the way you see lazy Saturday afternoons. Alongside an amazing dining experience, guests will have the chance to unwind to the sound of their favourite urban tracks and even practice spitting lyrics in a Hip Hop Karaoke session. As fun-loving events go, this is definitely near the top of the list.  

Flight Club is a cool and quirky thing to do in London as not only is it one of the most fun places to hang out normally, their brunch parties are amazing, filled with bottles of prosecco, great food, and their innovative social darts that everyone’s raving about.

Taste your way through two hours of unlimited cocktails from some of the best South American bars in London, with the likes of Wahaca, El Patron, Café Pacifico and Barrio competing for the title of Best Margarita in London.

With award-winning comedians and renowned dining, this isn't your average pub quiz. Taking place on the first Saturday of each month, temper City's quiz is bringing a different theme every time, three courses of Indian dining and bottomless bubbles.

It might be hard to get bored at cool thing to do in London Pitch. The weather-proof urban garden setting acts both as a chilled out hangout with great music, street food vendors and games, to an event space for massive parties.

Head over to Shoreditch for this fun event at Trapeze; from bottomless cocktails to gourmet hot dogs and a popcorn machine, this disco brunch is all about the food and music.

It isn't just brunch at the Exhibit: they have everything from Drag Queen spectaculars, to all-day-and-night disco parties, to cinema screenings with food. It's nearly impossible to be bored here. 

Enjoy a bottomless brunch at Mercato Metroplitano, where you can dance to an awesome mix of hip hop, disco and house, all while enjoying bubbles and French delicatessens.

There’s been a murder at the Courthouse Hotel Shoreditch and it’s up to you to solve the clues, ride the plot twists, and encounter suspicious suspects in order to find the killer – and there’s a delicious meal in for you too.

Promising some of the hottest acts on the circuit and the freshest names in comedy, the Top Secret Comedy club is all about big laughs, cheap drinks and entry prices that won't break the bank. Only those in the know can get tickets (consider yourself in the know as of now), and the event takes place from their 'top secret' hideaway on Drury Lane. Just keep it schtum, okay?

Factory de Joie is back and it's sparklier than ever; the event will be held at Paper Dress Vintage in Hackney and is inspired by the 60s and 70s - think burlesque, live music and DJs.

Putting your arts and crafts skills to the test, the West Elm are hosting a series of knitting based classes for Londoners to take part in. From warming clothes to oversized heart cushions and plant hangers, these knitting classes offer a relaxed, easy-going way to let your creative side take control.

Retox, detox or do both at this brunch event, where you can enjoy bottomless bubbles, unlimited smoothies, naughty or nice dishes, lots of cheese and an amazing soundtrack from London’s top DJs.

Learn how to design like a professional at these cool workshops, where Nicole Line will teach you how to use equipment, where to source materials and how to set up a studio space at home, all while mixing with similarly creative people.

For a one of a kind burlesque experience, head to Brick Lane's Ninety One for this cool and quirky London event. Hosted by the insatiable Triomphe de Femme, it's one of the best burlesque nights in London.

Perfect for a date night, this cool London event let's you enjoy the iconic Madame Tussauds exhbition without the hassle of queues or kids. Grab a glass of Prosecco and take a tour of one of London's most iconic attractions.

Promising an off-the-chain daytime event of nostalgic merriment, The 90s Brunch gang invite you to Be Dope, Be Awesome for their retro-themed party. To start with there’s to be an hour of bottomless Mimosas, as well as a delicious spread of 90s inspired grub served in sharing platter style. There’s a full-on 90s dress up box, a playlist of the most poppin’ classics from the decade and prizes for the winner of the lip-sync battles.

From DIY basting and grilling, to interactive tasting menus, Jimmy's BBQ Club is back to bring you one of the coolest and quirkiest events in London this summer.

This cool and quirky London life-drawing class goes beyond some naked dude on a chaise. Try your hand at sketching some of the city's finest cabaret and burlesque performers at this super fun event in South London.

Get your Cinco de Mayo celebrations in order and head to Chelsea for this cool and quirky London event at Albert's Club. With exotic cocktails in the bar, and a live Mariachi band getting you onto the dancefloor, it's one of the best upcoming nights in West London.

Every trip to the Prince of Wales is bound to be memorable and it isn’t all to do with their amazing rooftop party space and amazing clubroom: it’s also because they attract some of the best DJs in town.

This is a film screening with a difference, Block Party Cinema are hosting a series of classic, thought-provoking films and documentaries, where you watch the films on big red beanbags and enjoy a pre-film DJ beforehand.

It's the Cold War and a pilot's plane has crashed, but not all is as it seems. Join Wringer and Mangle for this glamorous and fun evening of murder mystery and immersive theatre rolled into one.

With shows in Hampstead and Peckham, this cool and quirky London event is a dream for those who have always to get into opera. Designed to be enjoyable and accessible to non-regular Opera-goers, Pop-up Opera's Hansel and Gretel is set to be one of the most exciting theatre outings of the Spring.

Taking place in the secret den of Dr Kluger's Olde Town Tavern, Strictly Come Drag promises to blow away your January blues. The event will be filled to the brim with brunch food from the Breakfast Club, bottomless booze and some of London's finest drag acts lip syncing and battling their way to Drag act of the day.

This is a Mexican feast unlike any other as you enjoy four-delicious courses with margaritas all while the drama of a murder mystery plays out around you, with Mexico’s hottest starlet murdered on the set of a hot new movie, it’s up to you to discover who did it!

From Lauryn Hill to Marvin Gaye, this series of live music events brings together some of the finest musicians to pay tribute to some of history's greatest artists and genres.

Take it back to feudal Japan at The Lacy Nook as they deliver an immersive cultural experience filled with delicious nibbles, kimono dressing, a presentation on erotic art (Shunga) and a wonderful three course meal.

Head to Brockley for this cool and quirky event at the Rivoli Ballroom. There's a great range of film screenings coming up, including Rebel Without A Cause, Bridesmaids and Breakfast At Tiffany's

A gospel choir and karaoke – two concepts you didn’t know you needed until right now. Described as Sister Act meets Top of the Pops, you’ll be able to sing out classic songs with the backing of a full Gospel Choir. That’s as awesome as it sounds. There’s also confessionals, congregation participation, team harmonies and tonnes of singalongs.

Part gin-tasting, part boat party, this cool and quirky London event includes a three-hour tour of the London waterways from Camden to Regent's Park, complete with artisan gin and delicious tapas. 

Take a trip down to Clapton for a real taste of the seaside. Treating you to potted shrimps, prawns and lobster, the Sea Shanty Supper Club is one of the best quirky food events in London.

From the same ilk as Daft Punk and Justice, Yuksek is a renowned French electronic DJ who is coming to mix it up in London. Join him at The Old Queen's Head in Angel for a night of remixes on old favourites.

Join Ettieboo and the La La Band for some of Acton's most exciting performances. This cool and quirky event in London features an ever-changing line up of some the countries most outrageous performers, not to mention the sass-filled sets from Ettieboo herself.

Looking for the best soundtrack to your brunching habits? This is the party for you as famous Notting Hill carnival faces Busspepper turn their hands to brunch. The gang are putting on Brunchpepper, with steel drums, amazing music, bottomless prosecco and tasty brunch dishes.

This comedy night has an unexpected twist, where four different people from very different backgrounds will tell hilarious, unexpected or downright ridiculous stories, and one of them will be fake. Can you guess which is which?

The London Cheese Project is a festival like no other. Bringing together the best cheese producers and sellers from up and down the country, this cool and quirky London event offers tastings, talks and live music for just £5.

London certainly has something for everyone, so if you wanted to spend your night in an Aquarium after-hours while drinking prosecco, then you are in luck. This quirky event lets you take the Shark Walk across the magnificent Pacific Reef display, gaze in wonder at crocodiles or sea turtles and drink from the many pop-up bars across SEA LIFE London Aquarium.

Afrobeat N Brunch is one of the coolest events you need to know about, with an hour of bottomless cocktails, three delicious courses of African food, and the hottest afrobeat talent providing the soundtrack.

The Star of Bethnal Green are hosting another of their amazing street parties, with DJs playing great retro tunes, delicious BBQ food and tonnes of tasty booze, as well as entertainment for the kids too.

Prepare to be blown away by this cool and quirky London event. Grab a glass of mulled wine and enjoy three stunning acts from inside the gorgeous remains of the Asylum Chapel.

If you love food, make your way to this craft beer festival where 20 brewers will be offering up 70 craft beers that you can enjoy unlimited tastings of, as well as live music from Boogie Belgique and food pairings of Belgium delicacies to boot.

This cool and quirky London event is the ultimate team-building exercise. Play your way through round after round of pure silliness. Quiz, dance and twerk your hardest in hopes of becoming The Last Man Standing.

Taking over the wild members' club The King's Head, Gin House Burlesque is a night of fun and tantalising performances. The twisty turny club is transformed by seductive and intimate performances by old-school show girls who are bringing the glamour to East London.

Feast on pure deliciousness as WingJam is here to make your summer nights all the better. Taking place on Bussey Building this July, the festival will include plenty of chicken wings, DJs, live music, cocktails and ales.

This quirky event sees the Wizard of Oz come to London in the form of an outdoor performance in Abney Park. Set in one of London's woodland memorial parks and Local Nature Reserves, the show will take the audience through the classic story by L.Frank Baum as Dorothy tries to make her way back to Kansas.

Mallets & Hoops is a fun and quirky pop-up that's taking over Southbank's Oxo Tower. Held in the Bargehouse, the event combines croquet with great music and affordable drinks.

Learn how to craft food just like someone from Japan thanks to food hall the Japan Centre, who are hosting a series of events from a miso making workshop to a sushi creating masterclass.