Best Drag Shows And Events In London

It's fierce, it's fabulous and will not take any of your shit; whether you like it or not, drag is here to stay. Drag shows in London are hot property everywhere from the lights of the West End to the mean streets of East London. From boisterous boozy brunches to glittering cabarets, you can barely move for these luscious ladies. We've rounded up the creme de la creme of the London drag show scene so you know exactly where to find the very best in charisma, uniqueness, nerve and talent...

Last edited by Kiera Chapman

Last updated on 3rd December 2024




DEAD HARD

@ COLAB Tower on Various dates from Saturday 21st December 2024

Dive headfirst into holiday cheer with Dead Hard, the outrageous Christmas-themed drag show. Expect jaw-dropping performances, glittering costumes, and hilarious comedy as London's fiercest queens light up the stage.

It's festive, it's fabulous, and it's an absolute must-see for anyone looking to sleigh this season. Grab your tickets now from £32 per person. 

FunnyBoyz Middlesbrough

You can always rely on Funnyboyz when it comes to top-notch drag events in the city. With shows at best-loved venues across London, you can expect to enjoy acts including Drag Race USA's favourite Cynthia Lee Fountaine or Linda Golde, alongside plenty of bingo and drinks.

The Exhibit

The Exhibit are pulling it out the bag with their Drag 'N' Dine event. Not only will you be treated to a spectacular night of entertainment from HERR... THE QUEEN, but you'll also enjoy a delicious three-course meal and a glass of bubbles while you're at it.

Bounce

When it comes down to drag shows in East London, Bounce knows exactly what Londoners want. Enter the Old Street and Farringdon venues, which offer up ping pong competitions, free-flowing beer or prosecco all soundtracked by fabulous live entertainment.

Drag Bingo with Dame Jame

@ The Star of Bethnal Green on Thursday 16th January 2025 and 2 other Thursdays

Enjoy a night of laughs and glamour by going to Drag Bingo with Dame Jame, at The Star of Bethnal Green, a cosy boozer nestled in the heart of East London. A £6 ticket will bag you four games with plenty of prizes to be won, from bubbles to shots, as your glitzy host shows you the ropes.

Party with Ginger

It's all kicking off at The Viaduct when The Big Bank Holiday Drag Bingo Brunch rolls into town. Expect a brilliant afternoon of hilarious bingo, live DJs and drag performances. But that's not all, as you'll also enjoy a two-course meal accompanied by free-flowing drinks.

Texas Hold 'Em Country Brunch

@ Nest Bishopsgate on Saturday 21st December 2024 and 9 other Saturdays

Mosey on over to Nest Bishopsgate for the Texas Hold 'Em Country Brunch from Saturday the 9th of November. Entry starts at £35, covering a main from the mouthwatering menu, or up the ante for £55 with bottomless booze for 90 minutes (and even more martinis for a tenner extra).

With line dancing, drag performances, and country hits galore, this brunch is a wild ride you won't want to miss.

The Phoenix Arts Club

The Phoenix Arts Club is an iconic and historic venue nestled in the centre of London, down the very same alley where they filmed the opening sequence of Harry Potter, actually. Non-members can gain access to an array of cabaret and burlesque shows by booking in advance. On the roster? Look forward to big brag bingo brunches and plenty of theatrics. 

Mrs Riot's Bottomless Drag Brunch!

@ Mrs Riot on Saturday 21st December 2024 and 31 other Saturdays

In partnership with Malibu, Mrs Riot in Covent Garden is hosting one of the best drag bottomless brunches around. As part of your £45 ticket, you'll get to enjoy 90 minutes of unlimited pornstar martinis, coconut rum punch, mimosas and more, all while enjoying high-energy performances from Mango Marshall and her fabulous team of queens. Expect an hour and a half of raucous singing, dancing and all-round fun, and even delicious vegan cupcakes alongside your meal.

Zebrano London Soho

Always one to bring the party, Soho's Zebrano is bringing you a fun event of drag, live music and 2-4-1 drinks. Hosted by the one and only Vanity von Glow, this experience will treat you to a tasty afternoon tea and bottomless bellinis, as your queen keeps you entertained.

That's Drag Bingo! 1st Thursday of the Month

@ The Three Compasses on Every 1st Thursday of the month

Get ready to join That's Drag Bingo! 1st Thursday of the Month at The Three Compasses in Hackney, hosted by the vibrant queen Orange Gina, with her trusty sidekick Drag-Hun and real-life partner Ariel Bold. Expect table dancing, conga lines, lip-sync battles, and, of course, tonnes of bingo fun.

Leicester Square Cabaret

Leicester Square Cabaret is bringing the bizarre and brilliant. For just £15 a ticket, your Saturday night plans are set with a dazzling lineup of cabaret comedy. Expect top-notch drag acts from the likes of Judit Circus and Candy Heals, plus a healthy dose of cheeky humour, glamour, and endless entertainment.

Brixton Jamm

Keeping us entertained wit a host of fun events, Brixton Jamm doesn't disappoint when it comes to putting on an epic drag show. The South London party den will be welcoming #ThatsDrag for a raucous evening of sequin-fuelled, sass-infused bingo with some of the fiercest queens around.

BOUGIE DRAG EVENTS

The Bougie Drag Bottomless Brunch or the later bottomless dinner is an iconic mix of talented queens, DJ sets and unlimited prosecco or cocktails, at a vibrant four-hour party. Expect lip syncing battles, dance-offs and catwalk contests galore, with appearances from some of RuPaul's Drag Race UK's most iconic queens to boot.

CellarDoor

Make your way over to cabaret cavern CellarDoor in Covent Garden for a bucketload of drag-doused debauchery. Whether you fancy bottomless bingo hosted by fabulous queens or a singing, side-splitting bonanza, there's an event with your name on it.

Haus Of Cabaret

Showcase your inner superstar as you hit the stage, serenaded by your fave tunes, while fierce drag queens cheer you on at Proud Caberet's Drag Bottomless Brunch held on Mark Lane. Taking their iconic brekkie event to the next level, this brunching extravaganza is a whole lotta' glitz, glam and Broadway magic featuring epic performances, karaoke and banging DJs starting at £39 a pop.

Tonight Josephine

Head on down to a Tonight Josephine across London if you're in the mood for a drag afternoon tea. Grab bingo by all 70 of its balls while enjoying fresh beats and tasty treats, all hosted by dabbing-mad Bande De Filles.