London's Best May Bank Holiday Events And Parties 2026

Guess what? Slug & Lettuce is turning 40, and they're throwing a birthday brunch to remember this Bank Holiday Sunday the 25th of May. Get ready for an afternoon packed with everything you love - plus a few extra surprises to make this milestone absolutely unforgettable.

Expect birthday-themed cocktails to kick off the fun, feel-good tunes to keep you groovin', and mouthwatering brunch bites that'll fuel you through the day. Come raise a glass and help them make 40 look fabulous.

Head to Mr Fogg's Residence in Mayfair for a fantastic immersive event: the Victorian Murder Mystery. This interactive experience will have you and your friends working together to solve a murder, set in the year 1873.

Your £60 ticket includes a two-hour session and two delicious cocktails, with the option to add on additional drinks too.

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.

When the sun pokes out this bank holiday, head to Bussey Rooftop Bar in Peckham for hot girl summer vibes and sweeping views. Better yet, the menu includes Italian snacks and plenty of pizza slices, served up alongside nutella-filled doughnuts and cocktails.

Inspired by the iconic TV show, Faulty Towers The Dining Experience is an immersive event that promises delicious food and drink, served by Basil, Sybil and Manuel. Expect plenty of chaos throughout, complete with audience participation.

This experience takes place at the President Hotel in Fitzrovia, starting from £68.50 per person to attend. This includes a sumptuous three-course meal, alongside plenty of slapstick humour that'll have you in stitches.

Join Archer Street at their bars in Soho, Notting Hill and Clapham for a fantastic May Bank Holiday Party. These are themed around Chappell Roan's Pink Pony Club, raising money for a women's cancer charity while promising a night full of fun.

Expect a fantastic performance from the Archer Street team of vocalists, as well as a one-night-only themed cocktails. Anyone dressed in pink will also receive a free drink on arrival.

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.

This bank holiday Sunday, make your way to Patch East for a bottomless brunch that promises all kinds of fun. Your £45 ticket includes 90 minutes of unlimited bubbles beer, espresso martinis or spritz cocktails, alongside tasty eats like a vegan breakfast burrito or buttermilk chicken burgers. But that's not all, as there will be a talented DJ spinning tunes from 1pm until late, and you can also enjoy three hours of half price drinks after your meal.

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.

Head to Japanese-Peruvian restaurant Ayllu this bank holiday to indulge in 90 minutes of unlimited fusion plates alongside free-flowing drinks. What's more, there'll also be Samba entertainment from 1.30pm onwards. Choose from the likes of salmon and mango tacos, slow-cooked short beef rib, seabass ceviche and more. 

Looking for a unique bar that specialises in all thigs sweet? Then head to The Chocolate Cocktail Club London, located in Farringdon. This cool spot promises dark, neon-lit interiors, alongside a menu full of weird and wonderful tipples.

Their menu features everything from chocolate espresso martinis to the Shamazing Strawberry, with more than 20 different concoctions to choose from. And the best part? Tickets cost just £10.50 per person, including your first drink.

There's plenty to do at The 4 this bank holiday, as they are starting things off with a bang on the Saturday. Begin with their bottomless pizza and picante party, where for90 minutes you can knock back as many cocktails or glasses of prosecco as you like, alongside a tasty pizza, for just £40 per person - with a second bottomless brunch available on the Monday too. And from 5pm onwards? They're hosting a Wall Street Extravaganza, where prices of drinks rise and fall based on demand in a live stock market concept.

If you're someone who appreciates a great view, then check out what's on at Sky Garden this bank holiday weekend. The highest public garden in the city, this beautiful space is 35 floors up, looking out over London's striking skyline.

there are all sorts of brilliant events to get involved in here, from their buzzing music nights to early morning yoga sessions. Plus, there are tasty dishes available at their on-site restaurants.

Head down to Shoreditch's iconic ball pit bar where they'll be celebrating the long freakin' weekend with pizzas, cocktails and their raucous bottomless brunch spread, so you can do the May bank holiday in style.

Make your way to The Five Points Brewery & Taproom in Hackney for a fun, boozy event this bank holiday. They offer guided tours of their brewhouse, including the barrel-aging process and packaging lines, while they explain everything that goes into making their craft beer.

After the tour, you'll get to taste four different beers straight from the tank, sat on their mezzanine beer terrace that overlooks the brewery.

As the days get longer and the drinks get colder, 58 and CO is the perfect place to soak up the spirit of spring. May is the ideal time to dive into their Gin School, where you'll distil your own bottle of gin to take home - perfect for summer cocktails.

If you prefer to taste before you create, book a spot at one of their gin-tasting experiences and sip your way through expertly crafted, sustainable spirits. With a welcoming atmosphere, a commitment to sustainability, and plenty of botanically-infused fun, this hidden gem in East London is a must-visit this May.

Whether you're in Canary Wharf, London Bridge or King's Cross, you can count on Electric Shuffle for a fun day out. Their boozy brunches take place on Saturdays and Sundays, promising an hour on their interactive shuffleboard tables for you and your friends.

These two-hour events also include a bottle of prosecco or four beers per person, alongside unlimited pizzas to share. All this starts from only £38 per person, with plenty of competition involved.

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.

Get your weekend started right at Popworld St. Paul's, where the party never stops. During their Bank Heist Bank Holiday Weekender, enjoy a free Jäger shot when you pre-book - because who doesn't love a freebie to kick off the night?

With 2-4-1 drinks until 10pm, you'll be all set for an unforgettable night of dancing, great tunes, and even better drinks. Whether it's a Friday, Saturday, or Sunday, Popworld is the spot for an epic night out.

If you're looking for a cool drinks event for the bank holiday weekend, then head to the London Bridge Distillery School. They offer a wide variety of activities on Fridays and Saturdays, including rum making, gin distilling and a whisky blending masterclass.

You'll receive a welcome drink on arrival, before getting stuck into the experience. Tickets start from £80 per person, and you'll leave with a 50cl bottle to take home.

Kick off your May bank holiday weekend the right way with Megan's award-winning bottomless brunch - voted one of the best in London. For just £25 per person, enjoy 90 minutes of unlimited drinks, from sparkling prosecco and breakfast martinis to fruity bellinis, mimosas, and crisp draught beers.

Pair your free-flowing drinks with one of Megan's delicious brunch mains - think fluffy pancake stacks, smashed avo toast, or Eastern Mediterranean favourites like n'duja Turkish eggs and shakshouka. 

Across both the bank holidays, Bavarian-themed Albert's Schloss are offering a brilliant bottomless brunch. There'll be resident DJs spinning party tunes, as well as live entertainment and lots of booze.

Your £40 ticket includes 90 minutes of free-flowing drinks, with a limit of two bottles of prosecco per person. On top of this, you can enjoy all kinds of tasty German dishes, from crispy chicken schnitzel to shakshuka baked eggs and pancakes.

Every single Sunday, Shtick Comedy Club takes over The Rose and Crown in Kentish Town. You can enter for free, or for as little as £5 you can reserve a seat and enjoy a free drink on arrival. 

This is a cracking evening of live comedy, featuring a range of up-and-coming performers alongside TV pros trying out new material. Plus, anyone attending the event will receive 20% off the food menu.

For something a little different this bank holiday weekend in London, look no further than nabbing tickets to Hijingo. Here, you'll enjoy Tokyo-inspired immersive games, alongside show-stopping cocktails, entertainment and street food dishes.

Escape The Power Cut is an immersive experience that asks you to don your lab coat and restore the power to Control Room B at Battersea Power Station. Over 90 minutes, you'll solve mind-bending puzzles and cryptic clues to unveil mysteries, fuelled by two complimentary bespoke cocktails, all for £55 per person. 

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. 

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.

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.

Saddle up for an afternoon of boozy fun at Tequila Mockingbird in Covent Garden, as they're hosting a brilliant Bottomless Hoedown Brunch this May. Their drag host will be keeping you entertained throughout, with all kinds of fun games and burlesque routines.

You'll also get to take part in rounds of hoedown-themed bingo, all while singing along to country classics. What's more, your £49 ticket includes 90 minutes of free-flowing boozy slushies, prosecco, beer and pizza.

West End Musical Brunch is the perfect event to get up close and personal with the stars of London's theatre scene. Be sure to get on stage with performers from the likes of Wicked and Les Miserables, while sipping on bottomless bubbles and tasty grub.

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.

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.

Have plenty of fun this May bank holiday with the Sounds Familiar Music Quiz in Angel. Whether you're looking to just show off your top-notch knowledge at a Saturday quiz or fancy bottomless brunch with a music-themed twist, they have got you covered.

Mr Fogg's Cocktail Experiments invites you to enter the mysterious Elixir room and unleash your inner Victorian mad scientist. Explore the world of mixology as you assist pharmacist's creations and enjoy plenty they've already cleverly concocted for you. Tickets start from £58 each and include a complimentary 'vaccine' tipple on arrival, followed by other pretty potions. 

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.

Make the most of your bank holiday Sunday by grabbing free-flowing drinks at Pergola on The Wharf. This pretty, plant-filled venue is slinging out bottomless prosecco, Aperol spritzes, mimosas and rum punch for just £35 per person, paired with an indulgent brunch dish of your choosing. As part of their Soulful Sundays experience, there will be plenty of rhythmic beats to accompany it. But the fun doesn't stop there, as on Monday they'll be cooking up classic roast dinners, complete with all the trimmings.

Offering the best of Peruvian and Japanese cuisine, Ayllu is a piece of heaven in Paddington, hosting some of the very best May bank holiday events. From bottomless brunches to fine dining tastings and a nikkei dining experience with live samba entertainment, their extraordinary events will transport you to a culinary paradise complete with live entertainment, delicious fusion sharing plates and innovative cocktails.

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. 

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.

Old School R&B Brunch will be celebrating with a special May bank holiday event, complete with unlimited rum punch and live sets courtesy of some of London's top DJs. Taking place at a secret London location, this daytime bash is not to be missed. Plus, the 26th May sees them take over IndigO2 for a 5th special anniversary event.

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 Borough Market to London Fields, the activity hubs will be sorting you for fun and fruity cocktails. 

Cowboys (and cowgirls) looking for something unique to do this May Bank Holiday in London 2026 shouldn't be shy a spur or three as the Moonshine Saloon brings you Western themed drinks in a quirky setting. Yee to the haw.

Looking to try something totally new this bank holiday? Then check out this Insect Taxidermy workshop, taking place at Park Avenue Studios in Finsbury Park. This will be led by a master taxidermist, who'll teach you all about the unique practice, focusing on butterflies.

You'll learn how to set and preserve the insects, alongside displaying techniques. All the materials you need will be provided as part of your £50 ticket, and you'll leave with your own setting board, wax strips, pins and butterflies.

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.

An award-winning immersive experience in the City of London, Jury Duty is a theatrical event that puts you right at the centre of a trial. You'll work with the other players to determine whether or not the suspect is guilty, using physical and digital evidence to help you.

There'll be live actors to interact with throughout the process, and you'll even get to interrogate the defendant.

The Ivy is always a great choice for brunch, and this My bank holiday they're giving you the chance to upgrade your early afternoon feasting with a bottle of Veuve Clicquot Yellow Label for just £60 - that's only £10 a glass. Take a seat in one of their stunning restaurants to enjoy their new spring menu, washed down with plenty of fizz.

Think eggs royale with cured smoked salmon, chargrilled halloumi salad or fluffy buttermilk pancakes topped with fresh berries. This is available between 11am and 4pm, so make sure you get involved.

This May Bank Holiday, The Standard, London is turning the vibes all the way up with a weekend full of cocktails, tunes, and sky-high brunching. Kicking things off in delicious style, Paris's legendary speakeasy Candelaria lands in London for a two-night takeover at Sweeties, bringing their cult tacos and agave-fueled cocktails to the 10th floor. Think bold drinks like the Baywatch and L'Amour en Cage paired with killer skyline views and a party atmosphere that stretches into the stars.

And just when you think it couldn't get better, Saturday morning rolls in with the launch of Decimo's brand-new brunch. Picture smoky birria short rib, handmade tortillas, and chilaquiles alongside creative cocktails like Kiss Me and Switching Gears that'll make you want to stay all day. Add in a live soundtrack from Desta French and Latinas of London, and you've got yourself a weekend that's spicy, soulful, and totally unforgettable.