London's Best May Bank Holiday Events And Parties 2024

From the early May bank holiday to a second one bringing up the rear, this really is a great month for us all. To help you celebrate, we've come up with a list of fantastic events, from outdoor swimming and those at rooftop bars to unique experiences across our guide to the May bank holidays in London 2024. All you have to do? Enjoy that extra Monday off.

Last edited by Kiera Chapman

Last updated on 10th April 2024




Hip Hop Brunch LDN

Hip Hop Brunch is back for a bank holiday special. Held at a secret London location, get ready for bottomless cocktails, delicious food, magicians, music and a big old afternoon of dancing to your favourite hip hop tunes.

West End Musical Tour Silent Disco Walking Tour #silenttours

@ The Marquis of Granby on Various dates from Saturday 20th April 2024

Snap up tickets for £26 each to the West End Musical Silent Disco Walking Tour and enjoy an afternoon packed with all your favourite show tunes, discovering London's theatreland like never before. Visit many of the city's top performance hubs on your journey and listen to selected tracks through your headsets to create a truly immersive experience. Your host will be on hand to provide you with fun facts and anecdotes as you sing and dance your way through the capital.

Flight Club

If you haven't heard of Flight Club yet, where have you been? Their brunch parties are offering up one helluva way to spend your May bank holiday, with a go on their high-tech dartboards, plenty of pizza and a bottle of prosecco each in store.

Covent Garden Social Club Presents: Piano Party Session!

@ Covent Garden Social Club on Various dates from Friday 19th April 2024

Covent Garden Social Club Presents: Piano Party is a fun, sophisticated evening for those who fancy enjoying the sweet sounds of some the London's best pianists live. Enjoy delicious cocktails as talented musicians perform numbers from Whitney Houston to Disney Classics. What's more, tickets are only £10 and happy hour is from 5pm 'til 8pm.

Bermondsey Cheese, Meat And Beer Tour

@ Southwark Brewing Company Tap Room on Saturday 4th May 2024 and 4 other Saturdays

Tickets start from £65 each to the Bermondsey Cheese, Meet and Beer Tour, taking place at Southwark Brewing Company Tap Room. Here you'll be able to sample some top-notch British cheese and charcuterie, paired with an array of brews from a variety of local taprooms. Groups can be as big as 13 people and the guided tour lasts for two and a half hours, meaning lots of time to devour Billy Frank's jerky among other delights. 

Avora: A New-World Cocktail Experience

@ Roscorp Laboratories on Various dates from Tuesday 16th April 2024

For something a little different this bank holiday, make your way to immersive experience Avora in Hoxton. Brought to you by the team behind Moonshine Saloon and Alcotraz, this quirky spot is decked out in mystical woodland sets and futuristic laboratories, transporting you to a whole new world featuring talented actors interacting with you throughout. Don your jumpsuits and get stuck into missions on your adventure, all while sipping on creative colour-changing cocktails, three of which are included in the price of your £42.50 ticket.

116 Pall Mall

Get ready for a fabulous celebration fit for royalty over at 116 Pall Mall. To commemorate the King's Coronation, this iconic location will be serving you up a decedent afternoon tea, all before the London Chamber Orchestra head up on stage for a musical performance inspired by the monarch's favourite pieces. 

plonk

Looking for some crazy golf antics to jazz up your bank holiday weekend? Gather the team and make for one of plonk's colourful courses across the city. With set-ups everywhere from Peckham Levels to London Fields, the activity hubs will be sorting you for fun and fruity cocktails. 

Paint a Pic London

Fancy doing something super fun during the May bank holiday? We thought as much. Then check out Paint A Pic events across multiple London venues. Whether you're an amateur or pro, then be sure to get creative while sipping on some bubbly.

Madison Late presents: ENZO SIFFREDI & Miishu

@ Madison on Sun, 5th May 2024 @ 22:00 - 1:00

Celebrate the bank holiday in style by gathering your friends and going clubbing up high on the Penthouse of One New Change. There you'll find this sleek Manhattan-inspired bar hosting Madison Late Presents: Enzo Siffredi & Miishu from £25 per person. Get down to electrifying tunes from a stellar lineup and enjoy panoramic views of the city glowing at night.

Urban Food Fest SHOREDITCH FIESTA BOTTOMLESS PROSECCO, COCKTAILS & CRAFT BEER BRUNCH

@ Urban Food Fest on Saturday 20th April 2024 and 23 other Saturdays

Head down to the Urban Food Fest in Shoreditch where you'll find free-flowing prosecco, cocktails and craft beer from just £29.50 per person. What's more, tickets include a street food dish of your choice from an array of scrumptious stalls slinging out moreish plates. Tipple offerings include gin and red berries, rum and ginger beer, plus more - there'll also be some fun games on hand to get stuck into, such as giant Jenga and football tables.

The Big Drag Bingo Brunch

Make the most of the extra day off by nabbing tickets to The Big Bank Holiday Drag Bingo Brunch, taking place on the 28th of May. While you're entertained by drag stars, quirky bingo and live DJs, fill your boots with delicious food and bottomless prosecco or beer.

German Kraft

Tour the brewery of Kraft in Dalston, where their expert sommelier and expert in the German brewing tradition, Helen, will take you through the process. Included in the experience are three drinks, while there are other tasting sessions too.

Garage Brunch

Make the most of the long weekend by heading to Garage Brunch. The party is guaranteed to be in full swing, with a banging playlist, delicious bites to eat and free-flowing fizz, as well as plenty more surprises and games on the day.

Alcotraz London: Cell Block Two-One-Two

@ Alcotraz Penitentiary: London on Various dates from Tuesday 16th April 2024

Fancy sipping bevvies in the clink? Then head on over to Shoreditch's Alcotraz: Cell Block Two-One-Two for a good ol' time. Get ready to sneak in liquor past the guards, which will then be used to make bespoke concoctions. This is an immersive experience you won't want to miss.

Go Gaga! Bottomless Brunch Show London

@ Fire London / Vauxhall Food & Beer Garden on Saturday 27th April 2024 and 6 other Saturdays

Are you a little monster? If the answer is a solid yes, this is absolutely the May bank holiday party for you. Check out the Go Gaga! bottomless brunch at The Dome, where you'll sip unlimited fizz, graze on enticing eats and watch some of London's top drag queens pay homage to mother herself. 

Proud

There's all sorts of fun on the cards at Proud Cabaret City this bank holiday weekend. They've got two fantastic evening shows on offer, so whether you fancy a dark, spooky, circus-themed show or you want to nab a spot at the secret burlesque society experience, you can enjoy a two-course meal while you do so. For something a little earlier in the day? head to their drag bottomless brunch on Saturday afternoon, complete with lip syncing, bingo and karaoke.

Now That's What I Call Bank Holiday Brunch!

Grab your tickets to the most nostalgic (and fabulous) event in town: Now That's What I Call Bank Holiday Brunch! Taking place at 100 Wardour Street, there will be an array of themed events, from a flare-tastic 70s instalment and an 80s new wave extravaganza to a 90s R&B party. Pick your poison from £30 per person and upgrade to free-flowing tipples if you're feeling fancy. Food-wise, you'll be in for a treat with delicious grub Korean fried chicken burgers and eggs Benedict on the menu.

The Hip Hop Orchestra Brunch

@ Blues Kitchen Shoreditch on Every Saturday

Add some beats to your brunch this bank holiday with The Hip Hop Orchestra Brunch, taking place at Blues Kitchen Shoreditch. Tickets to this musical affair start from £15 each and if you're interested in 90 minutes of free-flowing drinks? There's an add-on for £19.95 more. The day will begin with sets from resident DJs followed by two live shows. If you're feeling hungry, there'll be a chance to order some of the restaurant's signature plates, such as a hot buffalo chicken sandwich or a Big Boss burger. 

The Piano Works Events

Let your hair down this bank holiday by snapping up tickets to The Piano Works in Farringdon or the West End. They'll help you make the most of your extra day off with non-stop live music from a six-piece band that plays songs requested by you.

The Big Bakes

Cake is on the menu, and on the to do list at this unique baking experience this May bank holiday as the The Big London Bake invites you to try your hand at a number of sugary treats in that all important big marquee.

SUPA DUPA FLY

May Bank Holiday just got even more fun as Supa Dupa bring you two massive events. If you're in south London head over to Prince of Wales for two massive nights on non-stop '90s tunes, or East, Trapeze will be hosting the outrageous party group for a Sunday night of silliness.

Spring Celebration Beer Festival | Gipsy Hill Brewery

@ Gipsy Hill Taproom on Sat, 4th May 2024 @ multiple start times (see ticket info)

Beer lovers unite. Gipsy Hill Taproom is throwing a gigantic Spring Celebration Beer Festival on 4th May featuring two separate drinking sessions, live music, street eats from Kerb+, special-edition booze and over 10 lines of Gipsy Hill beers. Tickets start at just £10 for one session or £15 for the whole day of this booze-filled extravaganza. What more could you want?

Bank Holiday Mexican Special

@ Salsa! Soho on Sun, 5th May 2024 @ 16:00 - 2:00

Salsa! Soho is celebrating the bank holiday with an epic happy hour lasting from 4pm 'til 8pm as part of its Holiday Mexican Special. They're also offering an incredible 50% off main meals, meaning you can devour moreish tacos for less. Tickets are only a fiver each and include dance classes led by Richard Marcel and the Sunday X-Pericle team. There will also be beats from DJ Jose Luis all night long to keep the party going.

The London Cabaret Club

Make your May bank holiday weekend sparkle and shine at The London Cabaret Club. Not only will you be treated to themed, immersive shows, but also tuck into luxury, multi-course meals while you take in every second of the performances.

Bank Holiday Cocktail Masterclass Event

@ The Lucky Pig Fitzrovia on Mon, 6th May 2024 @ multiple start times (see ticket info)

Return from your bank holiday with a new skill by attending The Lucky Pig's award-winning cocktail masterclass. Learn from the best at the bar's expert mixologists help you create two drinks from scratch. £50 tickets also include a welcome bev and artisan pizza and fries to reward your efforts. 

Sherlock: The Official Live Game

A cross-city escape game with a fun Sherlock theme, these quirky events are among the best things to do in London over the bank holiday weekend. Completely COVID-secure and with all manner of unique codes to crack, it's one for you and your sleuthiest friends.