LGBTQ-friendly London
London's LGBTQ+ nightlife is famed around the world, but there's more to the city than Soho clubs, with lots of different inclusive spaces, sights, and services available to queer individuals. From restaurants and bars flying the rainbow flag to gender-neutral hair salons and libraries delving into...
Updated 26 Nov 2025
Y2K nostalgia is taking over Bethnal Green Working Men's Club
Dust off the studded belts and butterfly clips, Bethnal Green Working Men's Club is throwing it back to the turn of the millennium with a full-blown Y2K party. Expect nostalgic chaos, featuring pop icons like Britney and Christina, as well as the peak 2000s band energy courtesy of Busted, McFly, and...
Created 4 Nov 2025
Fabric is celebrating its 26th birthday with 30 hours of music
The legendary London nightclub has put together a stacked line-up to keep the birthday festivities going over the weekend. One of the most beloved nightclubs in the world, Fabric is turning 26 this year and has taken its motto of “never not making noise” to heart for its weekend celebrations. Featur...
Created 14 Oct 2025
Ministry of Sound turns 34 with a huge night headlined by Armand Van Helden
London's legendary Ministry of Sound is throwing itself a proper birthday party this October, celebrating 34 years at the heart of UK nightlife with a massive rave. And they're not messing about with the lineup: New York house icon Armand Van Helden is headlining, joined by Olive...
Created 30 Sep 2025
Alix Perez & 1985 Music return to Roundhouse with a massive line-up in tow
Following a sold-out show in January 2024, Alix Perez's influential label 1985 Music returns to London this November for its biggest event yet – and Perez's only UK appearance of the year. The full lineup has now been revealed, spotlighting some of the most exciting names in modern bass music. ...
Created 22 Jul 2025
Dance the night away as high above the city as possible
Silent Disco London returns to The Shard this summer with a series of high-energy headphone parties in one of the city's most iconic venues. The events offer a unique nightlife experience high above the skyline, following past parties at world-famous spots like the Natural History Museum and Marina...
Created 21 Jul 2025
Gay bars near Shoreditch
Shoreditch has long been London's hangout for the cool, creative types, and its gay bars are no exception. The area thrums with excellent LGBTQ+ nightlife spots, from cocktail bars to late-night dance floors, this area is home to some of the city's best queer nightlife. Swing by one of the venues fo...
Updated 25 Nov 2025
Shoreditch is getting a big new event space and you can check it out at these shows
Taking over an abandoned warehouse in Curtain Road that has stood empty for years – apart from the odd illegal rave or so – Unlocked Shoreditch promises to breathe back life into the area by providing a space for shows, exhibitions, and more. Though officially opening only in autumn, Unlocked...
Created 27 Mar 2025
Get a taste of Rio's carnival vibes at the Clapham Grand this Sunday
The world-famous Rio de Janeiro Carnival kicks off this weekend, but if that seems a bit difficult to attend, there's an easier alternative right here in London. This Sunday, the Clapham Grand is hosting its own day-long carnival party. Running from 2 to 9pm, Brazilian Carnaval 2025 at the historic...
Created 24 Feb 2025
Chicago's Chosen Few Festival DJ legends Alan King & Wayne Williams are coming to London
Known for crafting bespoke one-off house music experiences and following on from recent sold-out events with Atlanta's Kai Alce and New York's Jihad Muhammad, Househead LDN are proud to present the UK debut show for Chicago's legendary Chosen Few Festival duo, Alan King & Wayne Williams, on Satu...
Created 11 Oct 2024
Get your groove on this Friday at a free house and disco party in Shoreditch
Record label Swerve Digital is joining forces with event extraordinaire The Awakened Eye for a night of house and disco grooves in buzzy East London venue Q Shoreditch. Swing by on Friday, 4 October, at Q Club Shoreditch from 8pm, where up-and-coming DJ duo TwoSlice will be setting the scene for a n...
Created 30 Sep 2024
Love Muscle XX celebrates with a big birthday bash
Following on from their sold-out relaunch event at Easter, the legendary multi-award winning, 90's LGBTQ+ club night, Love Muscle XX, celebrates its birthday with a hotly anticipated return to its spiritual home of the Electric Brixton's high octane club setting (formerly the iconic Fridge Night Clu...
Created 18 Jul 2024
One of London's hottest venues is hosting a free party this Friday
This Friday, Casa De Salsa has teamed up with London and Thailand-based record label Swerve Digital to bring you a night of house beats and electric vibes in one of London's most legendary institutions, Gilgamesh in Covent Garden. This Friday's show will be headlined by DJ/producer duo TwoSlice, who...
Created 14 May 2024
Salute ten years of Worrying About Henry with a massive rave at Drumsheds
Worried About Henry, the promoters of legendary bass music club nights at top venues around the UK, are celebrating their tenth birthday this year. Established in 2014, WAH have made a name for themselves by booking top DnB, Bass, and Garage acts for memorable parties in more than 20 cities, as well...
Created 12 Mar 2024
Get in Formation for a night of Beyoncé bangers
To commemorate the artistic brilliance of Beyoncé's iconic album RENAISSANCE and the premiere of her latest full-length film, The Clapham Grand is hosting a night of all things Bey. Alongside the biggest hits from Beyoncé on their lively dance floor, you can expect performances by finalist of...
Created 9 Jan 2024
Warm up for New Year's Eve with Gilles Peterson at The Jazz Café
The legendary music personality is hosting an all-nighter on the last Saturday of 2023. BBC Radio 6 broadcaster, DJ, producer, and label head Gilles Peterson is renowned all over the world for his impeccable music taste, and he's treating music afficionados to taste of his gourmet selections on Satu...
Created 27 Dec 2023
Here's what's going down at Drumsheds in Spring/Summer 2024
Drumsheds, the colossal new nightclub from the folks behind Printworks, has announced the line-up for its second season and it's a beast. Since launching in October, the former Ikea store has welcomed more than 150,000 guests and hundreds of renowned artists, all taking advantage of the venue's supr...
Created 28 Nov 2023
Breach, an immersive clubbing experience, launches with an Aztec-themed tech house party
Breach, a new immersive club experience, named after its theme of breaching multiple dimensions in time, launches in London on 16th September with Aztech. Upon arrival, ravers will step through a transformative portal, transporting them back in time to the ancient Aztec civilisation. Seven hours of...
Created 4 Sep 2023
The former IKEA store in Tottenham is becoming a massive music and cultural venue
For years Londoners made the pilgrimage to Tottenham to stock up on affordable furniture and, as a bonus, meatballs. Whilst this North London branch of IKEA closed in August 2022, the vast space it was contained in is now set to become a new club and cultural centre for the city. It promises to be t...
Created 13 Jul 2023
Reggaeton parties
If you're a fan of Latin music and looking to spice up your nightlife with some fresh reggaeton beats, you've come to the right place. Our curated guide to the best reggaeton parties features the hottest venues in London and the wildest events for fans of this beloved genre, ranging from intimate ba...
Updated 9 Sep 2025
Get 50% off pizza until 25th Feb at this much-loved London spot
If you've ever belted out your best rendition of My Heart Will Go On at Lucky Voice, you'll know just how fun it is and why we're super excited about the opening of their brand new karaoke bar in Liverpool Street. They're set to open the new venue in Devonshire Square on 18th February, just a...
Created 17 Feb 2023
Nightclubs in Brixton
Brixton is a lively and busy part of South London with loads going on. Come here on a Friday and Saturday night and you’ll see plenty of people looking for a top night out. With bars, clubs, and live music venues, there are lots of fun options for going out in Brixton. If you want to listen to...
Updated 16 Jun 2025
Nightclubs in Chelsea
Chelsea is one of the most affluent areas of London, chock-full of brilliant bars and sophisticated clubs. Every Friday and Saturday, and certain days of the week for some places, the area's nightlife comes to life, and several clubs open their doors for those looking to boogie well into the night.
Updated 8 Aug 2025
Clubs in Soho
When it's time to party hard, Soho is where it's at. This famous part of London is known for its plentiful entertainment options, including plenty of spots for pre-party drinks and meals. Once you're prepped and ready, it's time to hit one of the many Soho clubs, from relaxed basement dives to exclu...
Updated 17 Jun 2025
East London’s toilet nightclub is making a comeback
Many of us have ended up dancing around the toilet of a pub or club at one point but if that’s secretly your favourite bit of a night out you’re going to love the new club opening in Shoreditch. Warmer Room is housed in a converted Victorian public toilet, with black and white tiles on t...
Created 24 Oct 2022
It’s a good news/bad news day for clubbers
Following an alleged dance-floor shooting in August, popular Bethnal Green venue Oval Space has lost its license. On the positive side, globally renowned nightclub Printworks announced it is in detailed talks to reopen at a later date instead of closing down permanently. Last week, Tower Hamlets Co...
Created 3 Oct 2022
The Cross rises again
The Cross was a legendary nightclub that drew in well-dressed crowds for nights of refined revelry in King’s Cross from 1993 to 2007. Setting itself apart with stylish furnishings and clientele, it became one of the most popular party spots in the city in a time when most clubs relied on chees...
Created 31 Aug 2022
Gay nightlife
With diversity in all regards an intrinsic and proud part of London life, it's no wonder the capital's LGBTQ+ nightlife is some of the very best in the world. From pioneering queer clubs to niche spaces, drag shows to pop extravaganzas, the city has a multitude of safe spaces that champion inclusivi...
Updated 25 Nov 2025
Nightclubs
If there's one thing London knows how to do right, it's partying. With the history of music so tightly intertwined with UK culture, it comes as no surprise that the city is at the forefront of the global clubbing scene. The sheer size of the city and the number of events every day might seem dauntin...
Updated 15 May 2025