DJ Bars in London

Discover some of the best places for drinking and dancing with our guide to DJ Bars in London. The city is filled with buzzing little venues with killer playlists and a hedonistic late-night spirit that offer a great alternative to the more notorious super-clubs. We’ve selflessly been out to experience some of the best places for DJ nights in London; read on for our recommended picks!

Last edited by Lauren Cole

Last updated on 16th July 2025



Resident DJ at St. Christopher's Inn Pub!

@ St. Christopher's Inn on Friday 25th and Saturday 26th July 2025

Located in London Bridge, St Christopher's Inn is a lively pub that hosts free music nights every Friday and Saturday. Head upstairs for feel-good tunes from a live band that'll have you on the dancefloor all night long.

For a more mellow vibe, there's a vinyl DJ downstairs in the lounge bar. This promises funk and disco classics throughout, so grab a drink and get involved.

Peckham Riviera

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2-4-1 cocktails and 2 other offers

Looking for a gorgeous spot to party in this weekend? Then head to Peckham Riviera, a tropical oasis underneath the arches of Peckham Rye station. They host resident DJs every single weekend, which you can party to on the dancefloor, under a glittering disco ball.

Their greenhouse-style space is filled with plants and pretty fairy lights, with both indoor and outdoor spaces available. Sip refreshing cocktails while you're at it, and there are New York-style pizzas if you're feeling peckish.

The Cardinal Bar & Kitchen

Bottomless Brunch and 4 other offers

The Cardinal Bar & Kitchen in Aldgate is a lively hangout known for its creative cocktails, premium spirits and curated wine list, all served in a vibrant, art-filled space. Whether you're after a classic with a twist or something totally new, the drinks menu delivers with flair.

Every Wednesday and Thursday from 2pm to 6pm, a live DJ brings the beats, making it the perfect midweek spot for laid-back drinks and good vibes.

AND THEN TOOTING

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With live DJs, late-night vibes, and a rooftop setting, AND THEN TOOTING is one of London's hottest DJ bars. Whether you're starting the night with cocktails on the rooftop or ending it on the dancefloor, this Tooting gem is all about good music, great drinks, and even better company. Expect a killer happy hour, tasty eats from Honest Burgers, and DJs keeping the beats going 'til the early hours.

Thirst Soho

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Stupid Hour and 1 other offer

Thirst is a glamorous bar in Soho spread over two floors, with a basement club for DJ nights. Equipped with leather booths, disco balls and sultry lighting, it's the ideal spot to visit when you're both in the mood for a party or just want to have a couple and dance. Expect to be getting down to the hottest tunes with tipples like cosmopolitan, mojitos and Palomas in hand, which are only £7 a pop during the venue's 'stupid hour'. 

BAM Karaoke Box

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Happy Hour

Not only does BAM Karaoke Box offer you the chance to sing some pop classics in one of 22 individually designed, bright pink rooms, but it also invites you down to party at one of its late-night DJ sets which are a free way to keep the party going after you've finished your very own set. This gorgeous, vibrant venue spans 10,000 square feet, making it the largest of its kind in Europe. It's decked out with velvet furnishings and statement artwork, plus serves some seriously moreish European cuisine that be ordered straight to your room. 

Azura London

Promising a lineup of weekly events that cost just £1 per person to enter, Azura London is a fun party bar in Camden. Their resident DJs play a mix of amapiano, Afrohouse and Persian music, with a great vibe guaranteed throughout.

Between 3 and 7pm on Thursdays, you can nab cracking drinks deals like 50% off wine and free beers with any other food or drink purchase. As for the menu, expect grilled ribeye steak, chicken souvlaki, truffle arancini and more.

Ballie Ballerson, London

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Create Your Own Package! 🫧 and 1 other offer

In the mood to throw some shapes? Then head to Ballie Ballerson in Shoreditch. Every Friday, this best-loved kids' playground will be home to live DJs who will be spinning some of the best tracks of the decades in the quirky space. If you're thirsty, opt for a nostalgic cocktail.

Be sure to check out their Big Mood Saturdays too, where DJ Theo Stay Hungry will be playing the very best of house, hip hop, Afrobeats and more.

The Cocktail Club - Various Sites

Fired up for a party in London but looking for the DJ antics to match? Grab your favourite fun-time folk and bowl on down to The Cocktail Club as these bar are not only coming on strong with some of the best cocktails in the industry, their resident DJs bring it home every night with slick beats and late-night anthems. 

Simul Place

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If you're looking to get your groove on in South London, then check out Simul Place in Earlsfield. This is an independent members' lounge that combines a cocktail bar, co-working space and clubhouse all in one venue.

You'll find a range of great DJs here on a regular basis, with themed nights on offer too. Plus, they serve a whole load of creative drinks at the bar.

Bourne & Hollingsworth Bar

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Bourne & Hollingsworth Bar brings the party to Rathbone Place with its haunt inspired by the spirit of excess. It's eclectically decorated with old murals featuring those living a life of leisure, red leather sofas (which you can dance on if you please) and golden lamps in its living room-style basement. Expect DJs spinning tunes until late here, and eccentric cocktails made with tea-infused gin and sometimes served with marshmallows. 

Trapeze

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Big Top 90s VS 00s Brunch Every Saturday and 1 other offer

Regularly boasting a range of top notch DJs throughout the week, Trapeze in Shoreditch is the place to be to hear some incredible music. Head down to their basement club for some deep house tunes that'll keep you going until late. With the lively crowds it attracts, you'll have a great time at this DJ bar in London. 

The Ministry

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Sister venue of the iconic Ministry of Sound, The Ministry is a cool members' club in Borough. You can buy day passes or monthly memberships, allowing you to experience all the events going on there.

Their ground floor bar and lounge is a lively space where you'll often find live DJs playing, alongside musicians, stand-up comedy and more. Plus, there's a relaxed terrace where you can sip cocktails under the stars.

Albert's Schloss London

Experience the weird and the wild at Albert's Schloss, situated in the West End. The German bar hosts live entertainment almost every single night of the week, from mesmerising cabaret performances to house bands. You'll often find resident DJs here too, spinning dancefloor-filling tunes, and it's always completely free to enter. What's more, you can sip all kinds of Bavarian beer while you're here too.

Three Colts Tavern

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25% off bottles of Wine on Thursdays and 2 other offers

Three Colts Tavern is what happens when you combine a classic boozer with a party bar. This Bethnal Green spot hosts weekly DJ sets on Friday Saturday nights, showcasing everything from Afrobeats to disco and funk, with 14 taps of beer and cask ale or an extensive cocktail and wine list to keep you fuelled. They've even got karaoke machines if you feel like providing your very own tunes.

The Book Club

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2-4-1 WEDNESDAYS! and 2 other offers

If your ideal night out includes vinyl, cocktails, and dancefloor moments, The Book Club should be high on your list of DJ bars in London. Every Friday, the party kicks off with funk, soul, and world music spun by DJs deep in the club's moody, intimate basement, a space legendary for its late-night chaos and cult status among Shoreditch regulars.

Upstairs, the Brooklyn-style loft bar keeps things casual but cool with cocktails, games, and relaxed seating, making it the ideal warm-up zone before heading down to lose yourself in the music. 

135 Bar & Lounge

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Inspired by the speakeasies of the 1930s, 135 Bar & Lounge is an intimate venue found between Stepney and Bethnal Green. Relax among vintage furnishings and Art Deco interiors, dimly lit to create an intimate atmosphere, while sipping bespoke cocktails made with fresh ingredients and premium spirits.

You can pair these sips with tasty small plates, such as artisanal cheeses and cured meats. And on weekends, you'll find live music from local and international artists alongside resident DJ sets.

Blues Kitchen Shoreditch

Welcome to Blues Kitchen, where you'll likely find all kinds of characters pulling out their most inventive dance moves as the night goes on. A hub for Texan BBQ and punchy cocktails throughout the day, this place moves things through the gears once the plates are cleared away as talented DJs and live bands take over.

Expect to hear all the very best of blues, soul and funk on stage. Plus, they host a bottomless brunch on Saturdays that promises non-stop hip hop and RnB hits.

The White Horse Brixton

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Located on Brixton Hill, The White Horse is a true gem for those in search of great food, friendly service, and a laid-back atmosphere. This popular boozer offers tasty homemade dishes, available seven days a week at prices that won't break the bank.

The real charm, though, is in the pub's welcoming vibe and its dual courtyards - ideal for any season. When the weekend rolls around, the place turns into a hotspot with DJs from Friday through Sunday, and late-night fun until 3am.

Dirty Martini - Bars

Everyone's favourite cocktail bar isn't just the place for casual after-work drinks. Experience another side to Dirty Martini by staying late for roof-raising DJ sets that will have you dancing well into the night. Fuel your evening with fruity concoctions courtesy of the expert mixologists behind the bar. 

Zum Barbarossa

Located in the heart of Soho, Zum Barbarossa is a speakeasy-style basement bar that comes from Amsterdam. The hidden space is found under a Grade II-listed Georgian townhouse, featuring historical vault arches, red lighting and plush velvet seating.

They host a lineup of world-class DJs throughout the week, with a focus on deep house music. There's a bespoke cocktail menu to try out, as well as tasty dishes like Jersey oysters and mixed seafood platters.

Barrio - Bars

Have a sexy Spanish party in the city's hottest joint. With cocktails galore, vibrant furniture, brightly coloured walls and a sense of all things tropical, get down to some top hits, some salsa sensations and some sassy Shakira and Sean Paul on a dance floor that loves to see you shake those saucy hips to the best in exotic sounds.

Maya Lounge

Over in Whetstone, Maya Lounge is a gorgeous hangout that's ideal for all your eating, drinking and relaxing needs. Whether you pop over for a delicious Lebanese meal, kick back with a couple of carefully curated cocktails or fancy relaxing with a bit of shisha, this is the spot for you.