Proud Cabaret

Tucked away down a little alley, Retro Bar is one of gay London's secret gems. It's a small, mixed, indie bar, where eccentricities are welcomes. The music mixes 70s, 80s, New Romantic, goth and alternative, and is reflected in the decor, which features photos of iconic rock and pop figures. There's a jukebox with even more great tunes, and multiple regular events every week including quizzes and comedy. If you're in London during Eurovision, the parties at Retro are great fun, but be sure to book a space!

This lively Soho pub boasts a regular lineup of LGBTQ events in a traditional setting, which includes a host of real ales and a live house DJ. You can dance the night away when the DJ is suppling the music, or take part in weekly karaoke every Sunday night. The Kings Arms provides a quieter and more traditional space at the edge of the Soho gay scene, and caters specifically to the bear crowd.

The party never stops at Fire, one of London's leading nightclubs. Here you can find multiple rooms hosting a range of events with themes from house to techno and plenty of other genres. The club is housed in a railways arch and has an industrial vibe, complete with huge arched ceilings and vibrant neon lit rooms. In such a colourful and unique space, you can escape from the outside world and enjoy the music provided by talented late night DJs.

The White Swan has been an LGBTQ+ bar for over 30 years and offers monthly themed events as well as weekly club nights. The original East End gay bar is a staple in the area, and its British pub atmosphere lack of attitude makes everyone feel comfortable regardless of their identity. There are regular drag bingo nights as well as open mic nights and DJs in a bright and fun setting.

The George & Dragon is South East London's premiere late-night cabaret bar. A whole host of regular drag acts can be found on the stage every weekend, but that's not the only thing that happens here, as there's special events and parties throughout the year as well. The traditional British pub style bar offers pool and unique shots at good prices and guarantees a friendly welcome.

Award winning London Gay Bar based in Chinatown. Spread over 3 floors, this is is busy and vibrant all week and plays pop hits and DJs every night. Ku group is a big name in the gay scene so this bar is a must-visit venue for any gay visitor to the city. Whether you want to spend your night in the atmospheric basement bar or feel sophisticated in the champagne bar, you're bound to have good time.