Fun Events In London 2025

Here's the great thing about London: there are new, exciting events popping up all over the city every week, and we've got them all here for you. When you're bored of your standard routine and are looking to freshen things up, just check in with this shortlist of the most fun events in London for some inspiration. From secret parties to quirky pop-ups, comedy nights to supper clubs, we're always updating this guide to fun London events.

Last edited by Kiera Chapman

Last updated on 9th July 2025




Live Band Karaoke

Channel your inner diva at this fun event in South and Central London. Live Band Karaoke will have you singing your favourite tunes with the backing of a full live band, giving you the full pop star fantasy in an inclusive setting.  

Play Birdies

If you're planning some London fun, Play Birdies is one to pencil in. This wild and wonderfully weird crazy golf experience is returning to both Battersea and Angel. Expect high-energy mini golf, vibrant aesthetics, and unbeatable fun from just £7.50 per ticket. 

Silent Sounds Boat Party

@ The Silent Disco Boat on Saturday 2nd August 2025 and 6 other Saturdays

Silent Sounds is the ultimate way to party in London. Board The Dutch Master, a double-decked boat hosting a silent disco as it cruises the Thames. With stunning views of landmarks like Tower Bridge and Big Ben, it's an unforgettable night out starting at just £27 per person.

Dance the night away with three music channels catering to all tastes, or pause for a drink at one of the two onboard bars while soaking in the cityscape. Want more? Keep the party alive at Ballie Ballerson, London's famous ball pit cocktail bar, with free guest list entry for select ticket packages.

SUPA DUPA FLY

Supa Dupa Fly is throwing a whole host of exciting events across the city. Whether you fancy a wicked rooftop party in Brixton, a bottomless Beyonce brunches or late-night dancing to all your favourite hip hop tunes, they've got your weekend plans covered.

Bounce

With fun at the centre of everything, Bounce is the best place to let loose with pals. Whether you're popping in for a drag-themed brunch touting live entertainment or to challenge your friends to a few rounds of ping pong, the Old Street and Farringdon venues are sure to impress.

Hip Hop Brunchâ„¢

Saturday afternoons have never been so fun! If you're looking for somewhere to enjoy all the best that Hip Hop has to offer, be sure to check out the Hip Hop Brunch. Delivering great Southern-inspired dishes and celebrating the work of Hip Hop's many legendary artists, this isn't your typical afternoon brunch experience. If you think you've got what it takes to rock the mic, why not try your hand at Hip Hop Karaoke? It's a great way to show off your lyric-spitting skills. 

Garage Brunchâ„¢

Join the Garage Brunch for a meal like no other, where you'll be treated to two delicious courses, an hour of bottomless cocktails and great music, before the coolest MC hosts get everyone involved in great games for the ultimate afternoon party.

Electric Shuffle

Looking for fun things to do in London? Not only is Electric Shuffle bringing you their signature games, but the quirky hangout is also teaming that with live tunes, flowing fizz and sustenance in the form of paddle pizzas.

Albert's Schloss - Soho

Albert's Schloss Soho is ideal if you're after fun (and free) events to head to. They've got live performances every day of the week, meaning you'll never be short of entertainment. Book a bar or restaurant table to tuck into alpine food and German beers or twists of classic cocktails, all while you views acts on the bier palace's stage. Think everything from request-based pianists to wild cabaret, and the haus band playing popular tunes while being joined by DJs and promenading dancers.

Sky Garden

Searching for a whole lot of fun events, complete with an amazing view? Sky Garden is the highest public garden in the city, looking out over London from 35 floors up. There's a whole lot going on here, from Pilates and yoga sessions to music nights, complete with live bands and DJs.

Whether you visit at sunrise, sunset or after dark, this is a truly beautiful destination. Plus, there are multiple bars and restaurants on-site, offering tasty food and drink to keep you fuelled.

CARNIVAL SATURDAY NIGHTS

@ All Bar One Victoria on Saturday 2nd and Saturday 23rd August 2025

Whether you're in Victoria or Leicester Square, you can count on All Bar One for a lively party this summer. Their Carnival Saturday Nights are inspired by Notting Hill Carnival, promising live performances and vibrant energy.

Boogie to saxophone players and DJ sets, while sipping on special Casamigos cocktails and tequila shot paddles. Plus, entry is totally free.

Dabbers Social Bingo

Looking for a fun and energetic night out in London? Dabbers Bingo is reinventing the classic game of bingo with a modern twist, offering a night of thrills, music, comedy, and endless entertainment.

This vibrant venue in East London hosts everything from Pick N Mix Bingo to Comedy Bawlers Bingo, where you can enjoy hilarious hosts, live performances, and fantastic prizes. Whether you're a bingo pro or a first-timer, you're in for an unforgettable experience. Add delicious food and drinks to the mix, and you've got a great time. 

Reztron

For a heavy douse of nostalgia, head on over to Reztron's events. These guys are purveyors of retro games, showcasing some of the best ones from the 80s and 90s. Whether you fancy a bottomless brunch or a fun-filled social, make sure to check out what they've got going on.

London Boat Party ORIGINAL

@ A central London Pier on Various dates from Saturday 12th July 2025

Having been sailing down the river for over 50 years, Thames Boat Cruises are hosting London's original boat party every single Friday and Saturday, costing just £33 per person. Your ticket includes a four-hour cruise with a top DJ playing dancefloor fillers throughout, in addition to a licensed bar serving drinks at pub prices. There will be a light buffet to tuck into as well, and if you fancy keeping the party going then you're guaranteed free entry to a nightclub afterwards.

Burlock

From drinks tastings complete with live music to carnival-inspired brunches and bottomless wings, there are plenty of fun things to do get stuck into at Burlock. This rum room is also known for its range of bottles and cocktails, so expect some boozy affairs too.

The Big Bakes

The Big London Bake is a fun event taking place this summer that will see Londoners take part in a handful of baking challenges. You will be split into teams of two, before taking part in a challenge in an attempt to win the coveted first-place prize. Do you have what it takes to choux away your opposition?

CAMDEN OKTOBERFEST 2025

@ The Electric Ballroom on Saturday 4th October 2025 and 3 other Saturdays

Raise your steins, Camden Oktoberfest is back for its 9th year at The Electric Ballroom. With giant beers, bratwurst, and a buzzing Bavarian atmosphere, this celebration has everything you need for a great time.

Join the venue from 2pm to 9pm on Saturdays, starting the 28th of September and continuing the 5th, 12th, 19th, and 26th of October. Don't forget your Dirndl or Lederhosen as full fancy dress is part of the fun.

Paradise Under The Stars

@ The Lost Estate on Various dates from Saturday 12th July 2025

Perfect for quirky date ideas, unusual nights out with your friends and more, Paradise Under The Stars is a totally unique event. The immersive experience takes place at The Lost Estate in West Kensington, complete with beautiful set design and talented live actors who'll transport you to Havana in the 1950s.

You'll watch and join in with parts of the show, as talented Cuban dancers perform under the tropical moon - taking place at the Tropicana nightclub. Tickets cost £279.95 each, including a three-course meal that features cheese croquettes, fried green plantain and dulce de leche.

The Rosemary Branch Theatre

In a city like London, you can never be bored. Especially with The Rosemary Branch Theatre around. This is a friendly Islington gastropub with an excellent array of award-winning performances on throughout the week, from live music and improv to cabaret and workshops.

LONDON WING FEST 2025

@ London Stadium, on Friday 25th July 2025 and 2 other dates

London Wing Fest returns for yet another year of poultry-themed fun. Their event sees you get stuck into over 90 wings from 45 different traders, with the chance to vote on your favourites across different categories and crown the winner.

As for the rest of the time in your session, you can take part in poultry eating contests, hot wing challenges and Bourbon masterclasses, as well as free axe throwing and the brand-new splash zone activities. And when you're not getting involved, enjoy live music, DJs until late, cooking demos and more. 

BAM Brunch

BAM Karaoke Box brings a whole new vibe to your weekend plans with BAM Brunch every Saturday at 2pm. Featuring a special brunch menu with one main dish and bottomless potato tots, this event guarantees a fun-filled afternoon.

Enjoy themed live entertainment, DJs, and private karaoke in a buzzing atmosphere - perfect for letting loose with friends. Whether you're in the mood for singing or dancing, BAM Brunch is an experience like no other that will turn your Saturday into a celebration.

The Escapologist

Have the time of your life at quirky cocktail bar The Escapologist, where you can expect a lineup of killer events. From Mamma Mia drag bottomless brunches to a suspense-filled affair featuring immersive games and traitorous friends, you'll always find something a little different at this spot. 

The 90's Brunchâ„¢

The 90s Brunch celebrates all the best aspects and creations of one of Britain's most characterful decades. Serving guests a selection of tasty dishes, the event revolves around hilarious 90s costumes, huge party songs - think Destiny's Child and Vanilla Ice - and a few carefree lip-sync battles. Grab your mates, head down and prepare yourself for one of the most fun day events in London. 

Flight Club

Social darts... and drinking? Have you been living under a rock dear one? The Flight Club are doing brunch, and they're doing it big. This promises to be like no other brunch party because even eating breakfast at your standard local and winging a few darts at a board doesn't come close to this weekend of prosecco fuelled pizza partying in Shoreditch, Bloomsbury, Victoria, and Islington. 

Hijingo

Want to experience a futuristic twist on a classic game? Then head to Hijingo, a unique Tokyo-inspired venue in Shoreditch that offers a unique take on bingo. Expect stadium-grade lighting, high-energy music and live performers, with huge screens all over the room.

They host bottomless brunches on weekends, complete with fun rounds of bingo and 90 minutes of unlimited beer or prosecco, with a tasty dish, for £49 per person. Plus, there are late-night sessions where you can enjoy two-for-one cocktails.

Ballie Ballerson London

There's nothing quite as fun as diving into a ball pit – and Ballie Ballerson's bottomless brunch will prove just that. Taking place in Shoreditch, the brunch is all sorts of delicious, and when you're done with their pizza - have a go at diving head first into the balls.

Afrobeats Playground | Day Party

@ Westway Sports & Fitness Centre on Sat, 26th Jul 2025 @ 14:00 - 20:00

Kick your summer up a notch with the return of one of the city's most joy-filled events: the Afrobeats Playground Day Party. Look forward to a nostalgia-fuelled playground throwback, complete with viral games, a bouncy castle, face painting, and all the Afrobeats and Amapiano rhythms your weekend needs.

Taking place at Westway Sports Centre, the event also features delicious Afro-Caribbean street food, cocktails, desserts, and free-flowing bottomless mimosas from 2pm 'til 3pm.

Blame Gloria

From the OTT interiors right down to the crazy bottomless brunches, Blame Gloria's events in Clapham and Covent Garden are sure to hit the spot. Think ABBA themed, 00s parties and throwbacks to some of the greatest music icons of the eras.

StreetHunt Games

When it comes to fun outdoor activities in London, StreetHunt Games really is top of the ladder. Fusing murder mystery and scavenger hunt elements, it offers a self-guided experience where you can discover the capital's quirkiest locations.

Slice-O-Mania Pizza & Cocktail Festival

@ Richmond Athletic Ground on Friday 18th and Saturday 19th July 2025

Slice-O-Mania is a high-energy, experiential event that turns pizza and cocktails into a full weekend of entertainment. With a main stage hosting DJs and crowd competitions, quirky cocktail categories like 'Best Italian-Inspired Cocktail,' and awards for the best pizza slice, it's interactive and always evolving.

Add in street performers, partner activations, giveaways, and a crowd of pizza-loving Londoners, and you've got a highlight of 2025's fun events calendar.

Famous First Words: Summer Heat Edition

@ The Prince on Thu, 31st Jul 2025 @ 18:00 - 23:00

Looking for something fun and affordable to do in West London? Join Famous First Words: Summer Heat Edition at The Prince. Hosted by Tim & Gendle, this live game show has all the best summer hits, and it's a blast to both play and watch.

You don't need to be a pro singer - just know the lyrics and bring your fun energy. With tickets starting from just £5, it's one of the best value events in London. The event is extremely popular, so make sure to get your tickets early. 

Tonight Josephine

From burlesque balls and bottomless brunches to some of the booziest afternoon teas in London, Tonight Josephine is back with a bang this spring and they're set to bring you some suitably bonkers things to do.

The Tacover Taco & Tequila Festival 2025

@ Richmond Athletic Ground on Friday 15th August 2025 and 2 other dates

The Tacover Taco Tequila Festival promises a day full of excitement, flavour, and culture. The festival's star attractions include taco traders vying for awards, tequila and mezcal tasting stations, and interactive entertainment such as the tortilla slap and hot taco challenges.

Visitors can groove to live Mariachi bands and be entertained by roaming luchadores while sampling a range of tacos (including vegan options) and sipping signature cocktails, all at capped prices.

Haus Of Cabaret

There's all sorts going on at sultry venue Haus Of Cabaret, from outrageous drag bottomless brunches complete with lip syncing and karaoke to secret burlesque societies or circus-themed cabaret exposes. You can always expect fine dining as you're mesmerised by the performances here, perfect for a unique date night or something a little different to do with friends.

Exhibit

Happy Hour and 2 other offers

Keeping an eye on those pursestrings but still keen to get out and about? Allow us to introduce The Exhibit. A hub for eating, drinking and socialising in Balham, take advantage of dinner and a movie tickets for just £19.95. Your ticket offers one plate from their large menu before you head to their boutique cinema, where you'll relax into leather sofas and enjoy a film in a unique setting.

Jimmy's BBQ Club - 2025

@ The BBQ Club on Various dates from Saturday 12th July 2025

On a warm summer evening by the Thames, guests at The BBQ Club on Southbank can immerse themselves in a six-course BBQ-tasting adventure. Set on a riverside alfresco terrace, this interactive culinary experience invites diners to fire up their very own Big Green Egg grills, cooking each course at their tableside.

With the help of expert chefs, diners will be guided through a journey of flavours, learning the art of cooking over fire while indulging in seasonal produce from local artisans. The intimate, hands-on atmosphere is only enhanced by spectacular river views, ensuring every bite is paired with a scenic summer vibe.

Avora: A New-World Cocktail Experience

@ Roscorp Laboratories on Various dates from Saturday 12th July 2025

Created by the team behind Alcotraz and Moonshine Saloon, Avora is a magical immersive experience that allows you to explore a whole new world. The magical land is filled with luminous woodlands, and you can expect a mesmerising shift between day and night as you journey through this brilliant set design. 

Don your custom jumpsuits and get ready for a mission, beginning with a briefing at Roscorp Laboratory. Take part in all kinds of scientific challenges and tasks as a group, while sipping three carefully curatedcocktails included in your ticket price.

Plied & Prejudice

@ The Vaults Theatre on Saturday 12th July 2025 and 3 other dates

It's a truth universally acknowledged that a night of Plied and Prejudice is just what you need. This side-splitting parody of Austen's beloved novel brings five actors playing 20 characters in one chaotic, hilarious show. A

rrive early for live tunes, competitions, and themed cocktails like the frozen Margarita-inspired Wickham Whirl. Tickets start at £30, and with drinks served directly to your seat, you can keep the laughs flowing all night long. Stick around after for an interactive dance lesson and a boozy afterparty you won't forget.

XT Events - Soul Supper Immersive Dining Experience

Looking to mix things up for your next night on the tiles? Venues in Soho, Mayfair, Waterloo and beyond will be taken over for a magical evening of Motown when Soul Supper Immersive Dining Experience rolls into town.

There's also an option to add on a delicious two-course American-style feast along with a glass of fizz and a night of non-stop hits, with tickets costing as little as £24.95 per person.

The Big Game Brunch

@ Bat & Ball Covent Garden on Various dates from Saturday 12th July 2025

Looking for a fun twist on the classic bottomless brunch? The Gaming Brunch at Bat & Ball Covent Garden brings together food, drink, and friendly competition. Get a full hour of gaming, whether it's belting out karaoke, aiming for the bullseye, or ruling the ping pong table, followed by free-flowing pizza and drinks. Each guest receives either a bottle of prosecco or four bottles of Peroni, making it a well-rounded afternoon of food, drink, and entertainment in Central London.

Little Nan's

Situated in Deptford, Little Nan's is a great shout for those after a quirky bottomless brunch, complete with sharing platters and endless booze. You can also get stuck into an afternoon tea where you'll get to enjoy homemade cakes and loose leaf tea.

The Chocolate Cocktail Club

From Tuesday to Saturday, you can sip on delicious chocolate-based mixes over at The Chocolate Cocktail Club. The Farringdon watering hole will be a haven of quirky creations, with drinks such as the Caramel King and Strawberry Dreams on offer. You can tuck into afternoon teas here for £25 per person, complete with finger sandwiches and homemade sweet treats, as well as taking part in cocktail masterclasses.

Sounds Familiar Music Quiz

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.

The London Cabaret Club

You can always rely on The London Cabaret Club for plenty of glamorous and fun events in the city. Located in the heart of Holborn, this sultry spot has a boatload of events to get stuck into. Think immersive Gatsby-themed antics touting dinner and live entertainment. 

GAMESHOW SPECTACULAR

Get ready for a night of pure, unfiltered fun at Gameshow Spectacular. Hosted by the outrageously funny Dominic Blarke, this immersive experience throws you into a whirlwind of ridiculous games, spontaneous comedy, and audience participation like you've never seen.

Think Taskmaster meets party night, with silly challenges, surprise twists, and non-stop laughs. Whether you're playing or watching, it's 100% spectacular.

Barrio Bars

If you're on the hunt for fun things to do in London, check out Barrio for their epic lineup of events. From margarita ping pong sessions to Cardi B-themed brunches and 80s musical bingo, the venue has so much to offer, alongside their tropical cocktails and chart-topping tunes.

The Reggae Brunch

Sing, dance, drink and chow down on some of the best jerk in London. Catered by renowned kings of Caribbean cuisine, the Reggae Brunch brings rum punch, tasty food and an all-day brunch party with some of the best vibes in London.

Fiddle Paradiddle's Pop-Up Ceilidh

Taking place in Balham and London Bridge, Fiddle Paradiddle's Pop-Up Ceilidh is coming up trumps for fun events. While listening to live tunes from a cracking nu-folk band, you can throw yourself into the dancefloor throng and enjoy a whisky drink to boot.