Best Summer Pop-Ups In London

Summer really is the greatest time of the year: the sun's out (hopefully), everyone's in good spirits and pop-ups are appearing everywhere around the city. From baking competitions in adorable marquees to unique cocktail bars offering just the right drinks to cool you down, take a look at our recommended list of the best summer pop-ups in London.

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Last edited by Scarlett Welch

Last updated on 27th June 2024




Love Pub + Grub 2024

@ Night Tales on Various dates from Saturday 20th July 2024

Love Pub + Grub is back with a bang for 2024, taking over one of Hackney's hottest venues. Head to Night Tales for a day of DJ sets, street food and cocktail-fuelled socialising in the sun. With happy hour drinks and super affordable group tickets starting from just £12.50 for six people, this is definitely one of the most pocket-friendly plans you can have this summer. 

Midnight Apothecary ROOF GARDEN BAR AND UNDERGROUND TOUR Fridays & Saturdays 19 APRIL TO 27 JULY 2024

@ Brunel Museum on Friday 5th July 2024 and 5 other dates

Venture to the Midnight Apothecary roof garden and cocktail bar to partake in an underground tour at Brunel Museum this summer, with tickets starting from only £8 per person. Up high you'll uncover a wonderland of foliage and toasty fire pits where you can gather round and enjoy toasted marshmallows, before embarking on a guided tour down the Thames Tunnel Shaft. 

Brixton Jamm

As a socially-distanced clubbing experience, The Brixton Courtyard is an all-new way to party this summer. They bring together world-class DJs, craft beers, cocktails and street food traders for a roster of safe and unmissable pop-up events in London.

Neverland London

If you're after a pop-up like no other, then make your way to Neverland in Fulham. Home to a plethora of top-notch events, including bottomless brunches or beach parties, you can rely on this summer hotspot for non-stop fun and dancing.

DRAG ME TO THE BEACH

@ The London City Beach on Saturday 13th and Saturday 20th July 2024

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Bringing plenty of drag divas to a urban beach setting is Awesome Events. Hit up the London City Beach near South Bank to recline on deck chairs in the sun while getting stuck into 90 minutes of bottomless drinks, alongside a choice of street food dish. Your MC will be kicking things off before the main headline act appears, with the chance to upgrade to a cabana for the VIP treatment too.

The Lockdown Lodge

@ Hambleden Lock on Various dates from Saturday 20th July 2024

The Lockdown Lodge at Hambleden Lock is welcoming revellers this summer to a delicious three-course meal in partnership with Christie's Catering. Dine in a gorgeous, relaxed setting surrounded by nature and tuck into a tasting experience packed with fresh flavours for £65 per person. You can expect to devour the likes of charred peach with whipped goats curd, smoked salmon alongside sorrel mayonnaise and more. For evening bookings, you can secure a river taxi that'll take you to and from the lodge as well. 

The BBQ Club - 2024

@ BBQ Club on Various dates from Wednesday 3rd July 2024

Devour fresh produce cooked over an open fire right in front of you with The BBQ Club's six-course tasting menu this summer. Sit overlooking the river on the Southbank, soak up the sun and discover some of London's finest artisan suppliers in the form of scrumptious dishes. Tickets are £60 each and both daytime and evening slots are available - wolf down the likes of an elevated Caesar salad and passion fruit s'mores for dessert. 

Rooftop Film Club

The Rooftop Film Club can be found on the eighth floor of Stratford Centre carpark, fronting great views across London and the iconic Olympic Park. But what's on from the outdoor cinema royalty. Everything from Harry Potter to 10 Things I Hate About You, Mean Girls and American Psycho.

Walthamstow-on-Sea

@ Big Penny Social on Various dates from Friday 5th July 2024

Fancy going to the beach this summer but without venturing outside of London? Then you're in luck as Walthamstow-On-Sea is hitting the city with tickets starting from as little as £4 each. Think multicoloured beach huts, sand pits and plenty of classic treats to tuck into like ice creams with a flake and, of course, fish and chips.

The Big Bakes

Think you're the best baker among your friends? This fun summer event in London lets you show that the proof is in the pudding. You and your mates can compete in pairs with all the ingredients included over at The Big Bake.

Summer In Sloane Square

Bottomless Brunch at Botanist Sloane Square

Venture over to The Botanist as it takes part in Summer In Sloane Square, an uplifting series that sees restaurants on the surrounding green partner with brands to create three limited edition tipples and delicious food like pizzas and Italian sharing boards - to be enjoyed on their gorgeous outdoor terrace with space for up to 160 people. The pretty Mediterranean haunt has teamed up with Botanist Gin to create refreshing drinks using 22 forged ingredients, whereas French restaurant Côte has gone with Laurent-Perrier to offer timeless cocktails alongside croissant croque monsieurs. 

Roof East

Roof East is a lively rooftop playground offering killer views of the London skyline. Head down to tee off in mini-golf, swing for the fences in the batting cage, roll some bowls, or even try out House of Foos, a virtual reality mash-up of soccer and table football. And if you're feeling zen, there's rooftop yoga too. Games not your thing? Kick back on the spacious terrace, sip on a fancy cocktail from the bar, and chow down on street food from all over the globe.