Cool and Quirky Events in London

Go all out with a week-long cocktail-fest as London Cocktail Week returns this October for a quirky week of masterclasses, parties, special menus and £6 cocktails from hundreds of London's finest watering holes.

It's all about the bubbles at this prosecco-themed festival. You can sample each and every vendor and tuck into tasty street food while you chill on a beach in the heart of Brixton.

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?

London's first ever weekend dedicated to brunch is here and it's going to be a delicious affair. Join some of the city's best restaurants and bars as they put on a series of special deals for the event, along with a few exclusive events such as the disco brunch launch and a sneak peak at London Shuffle Club's bottomless brunch.

It's time to add a big old dose of disco to your brunching habits. The hottest new monthly event to take over London is this party event that pops up in a secret location each time, bringing with it bottomless cocktails, disco tunes and plenty of fun.

Enter the twisted circus for a cool and quirky Halloween night, where caged curiosities breathing fire, ethereal silks performers, treacherous trapeze artists and bizarre sideshow oddities await in the abandoned big top. You can even soak up curious cocktails.

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!

From cocktails made using the produce grown on site to bookable day beds and wheelbarrow bars, Bourne and Hollingsworth's Beautiful Allotment is going to be all sorts of gorgeous.

Upgrage your weekend with a visit to Rascals - Ballie Ballerson's cooler, older sibling. Tickets include a margarita on arrival, the option to go bottomless at this themed drag night.

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.

Head to the Wild West world of Fulham for this cowboy pop up where the choice of booze is entirely up to you. Smuggle in your favourite bottle of hooch and let some expert mixologists whizz you up some stunning cocktails and this cool and quirky London event.

Head to Shoreditch where The London Shuffle Club has pitched up for another season of seriously competitive shuffleboarding, pizzas, beers and cocktails.

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.

One of the most unique events in London, head to The Brunel Museum where you can catch a screening of some of the most exciting adventure documentaries ever made, and also sample the delights of the museum's rooftop garden with it's array of wild cocktails, tasty street food and campfire fun.

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.

One of the most unique events in London this year, embark on a wild journey of immersive dining and culinary curios as the team that brought you Gingerline return with their most ambitious project yet.

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.  

The event pioneers Lollipop are back with another amazing concept. Following on from The Bletchley and ABQ (Breaking Bad themed RV), the group are taking on robots at this incredible immersive escape room.

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.

Those young at heart wll appreciate this cool and quirky event in west London. On certain Tuesdays and Sundays at Queen's, you can experience go-karting on ice, before chowing down on the burgers or soaking up the cocktails at resident MEATLiquor.

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.

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! 

One of the most exciting events coming to London this year, this night of opulence and amazing performances will let you feast like a goddess at this theatrical dinner party with a heavenly twist.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

One of the best gaming experiences in London this August, The VR Concept are coming to a pub near you so prepare shoot, fly and challenge your friends at one of these interactive VR events.

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? 

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.

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.

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 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.

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.

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.

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.

For a quirky day out, try this virtual reality experience that lets you escape to other worlds. Whether it's conquering Everest, travelling to the Moon or surviving a Zombie Apocalypse, you can do it all at DNA VR.

Head to Notting Hill where The Ginstitute will be taking you on a three hour long journey through the history of your favourite spirit, with plenty of tasters, cocktails and even the chance to make your own bottle of gin.

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?

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.

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.

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. 

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. 

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.

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

Night Tales is one of the events for the summer, bringing a massive space in the railway arches complete with a nightclub, garden, themed bars, and food from Fat Baby, making it ideal to catch the hottest DJs around.

Blowing the lid of the history books, this incredible piece of immersive theatre is putting diversity in focus as it leads you on a journey to unravel the forgotten stories of some amazing World War Two heroes.

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.

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.

Bringing you one of the best burlesque shows in the city, catch the House of Burlesque gang as they return to the Underbelly Spiegeltent for more stunning feats of daring cabaret overseen by the titillating Tempest Rose. 

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.

It's hotting up over in Hackney as MILK return from their summer off. The girls will be as risque as ever, with striptease, cabaret and all sorts of silliness - and who knows - maybe even a little audience participation. 

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.

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.

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.

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.

Don't settle for any old brunch; make sure it's fabulous with Exhibit B, who have invited Tayce and her drag sisters for a day of dance offs, award-winning mixes and catwalk competitions, all while you drink free-flowing bubbles and eat delicious brunch food.

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.

Think you've got what it takes to be crowned the champion at bingo? Put your skills to the test with Bingo Academy, the wacky game that will be teaching you all manner of tips and tricks, all while throwing you into a madcap game of numbers.

If you're a sucker for all things Tarantino, then you'll love this themed night at Camden's FEST. Kick things off with a drinks reception and party food menu, followed by an immersive cabaret show and free entry to the 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.

With tasty dim sum to chow down on, cool cocktails and loads of exciting and quirky live performances, The Courtesan is one of the best spots for low-key but luxurious evening.

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.

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.

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?

It's the year of the supperclub, and Salt Yard has gone all out this time. This Fitzrovia spot has joined forces with some of the city's best restaurants, as they take turns to host a monthly supper club, where a different head chef cooks each course.

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.

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.

You're invited to hop aboard the elusive train at Pedley Street Station, where this immersive dining experience brings you delicious food and theatrical performances for the greatest love story never told.

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.

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.

Get your brunch with a West End twist, as you experience two hours of bottomless booze, tasty brunch dishes, performances from West End stars and four whole hours of audience requested show tunes to keep the brunch party going.

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.

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.

Immerse yourself in Mexican culture at this fun tequila and mescal festival, that boasts not just artisanal spirits, but delicious street food, live music, cultural showcases, and craft beer and wine.

When it comes to cool events in London, it doesn't get much cooler than a day sunning it up on a swanky hotel rooftop, cocktail in hand. 

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.

One of the most exciting immersive experiences in London, head to COLAB Factory where you'll find this terrifying mystery experience that is strictly not for the faint of heart.

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.

One of the best quirky events in London this October, head to Cafe de Paris where Miss Understanding will be presenting the ultimate Priscilla Queen of the Desert party at The Cocktatoo Club.

Calling all Jimi Hendrix fans: Brixton's Blues Kitchen is hosting a night dedicated to the iconic rockstar, with an live band performing his legendary album from start to finish. What are you waiting for?

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.

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.

Get ready to save the entire world and solve a murder as Aftermath, the immersive theatre experience comes to you, delves you and up to 19 people into their experience. All you need is two hours and a workable room, and the team will put your skills to the test.

From Jack the Ripper through to fictional Sweeny Todd, London has been the setting for plenty of gruesomeness. Jump aboard The Ghost Bus for a novel way to see the city and learn more about its interesting past.

A mad scientist has been acting more suspiciously than usual and it's up to you to discover what's really going on... Join ExCeL in one of their 13 custom built escape rooms that throw you into various scenarios that will challenge and engage you and your group.