Fun Activities For Big Kids In London

Thanks to London rent prices, the grinding misery of the daily commute and having to remortgage every time you want a pint of craft beer, we sometimes feel like going back in time. Return to the days of your childhood, when life was bill-free and fish finger-filled, thanks to these great things to do. Jump into ball pits or putt your way round a mad golf course with our guide to fun activities for big kids in London.

Last edited by Jasmine Lee Kennedy

Last updated on 8th May 2025



Draughts London

With venues in both Hackney and Waterloo, Draughts is a board game bar and kitchen that's perfect for quirky date nights and nights out with friends. They host regular board game meetups here, as well as organised game nights and quizzes, with tickets starting from as little as £7.50 per person. These welcoming destinations attract a diverse range of people, so you might even make new friends while you're at it.

Bounce

Growing up isn't always easy, but you know what is? Having fun. Join Bounce for buckets full of the stuff, as not only are they touting a cool UV vibe alongside craft beers and cocktails aplenty, but they're also upping your game with table tennis tables and beer pong.

Ballie Ballerson London

Ballie Ballerson is a haven for re-living those days spent at soft play centres. Once the weekend rolls around, you can sip on bottomless prosecco, porn star martinis and chomp on unlimited pizza. But that's not all, as you can also plunge head-first into a ball pit or head along one evening for some midweek fun.

The Magic Hour

Get ready to be bamboozled as you spend the evening just inches away from some of the world's most impressive sleight-of-hand performers. The Magic Hour's legendary lineup at the Sheraton Grand Park Lane includes feats of impossible and mind-reading tricks that will leave you mesmerised for days after, and Magic at The Temple, over at Andaz London, is equally as curious too. 

Sandbox VR London

If you're looking to exercise your big kid needs, then head to Sandbox VR in Holborn for the ultimate free-roam virtual reality experiences. Grab your mates and take on the likes of zombies, aliens and even Squid Game, then asses how you did on the leader board (you won, right?).

Darkfield

A quirky experience designed for two, DARKFIELD is an audio performance that can be enjoyed by a pair at home. Sit across from one another, pop in your headphones and prepare to be immersed into a creepy, unnerving soundscape.

Flight Club

For big kid activities in London, look no further than Flight Club's various venues. Go for the bullseye on their high-tech dartboards, play fun games against your pals, or get stuck into a pizza and prosecco brunch.

Dabbers Social Bingo

Easily one of the best nights out for London's big kid contingent, Dabbers is the bonkers bingo experience that's helping you unleash your inner child. Starting from as little as £10 per person, these quirky events are perfect for birthdays, hen dos and team get-togethers.

There's all sorts going on at both their Houndsditch and Hackney locations, taking place throughout the week. Think bottomless cocktail brunches, live drag entertainment and quizzes, alongside plenty of high-energy bingo rounds, of course.

The Cube - London

Embark on a thrilling adventure across 21 cubes spread over three levels at The Cube - London in Canary Wharf, the ultimate interactive playground. Engage in seven specially curated challenges, each tailored to put your skills to the test in balance, decision-making, memory, and speed. Feelin' peckish? It also features six top-notch bars and delectable bites from Toni Loco and The Butcher, ensuring a phenomenal day (or night) out.

Pizza Pilgrims Canary Wharf

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16 person foosball, huge slices of pizza and vintage video games; sounds like the ultimate big kid experience, right? Pizza Pilgrims are offering that and more in their Canary Wharf-based site. The famous pizza chain have made a name for themselves by creating stunning Neapolitan pizzas topped with the freshest ingredients around.

The Four Thieves

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There's plenty to do at The Four Thieves in Clapham for those who are looking to feed their inner child. You'll find heaps of retro arcade games, such as Dance Revolution, as well as VR experiences and a high-energy Moonshine Raceway. If that wasn't enough, the buzzing venue runs quiz nights throughout the week and even hosts a bottomless brunch on Saturdays. 

All Star Lanes Bowling Alleys

Looking for indoor activities for adults in London? We don't know about you, but bowling at a birthday party used to come as standard when we were kids. Relive the good times, but with alcohol and burgers to boot, as All Star Lanes promise wild nights of strikes and shots aplenty - with venues in Holborn, White City, Stratford and Brick Lane. 

plonk

This is the ultimate golfing playground for big kids in London, offering state-of-the-art gameplay in wacky surroundings. Join Plonk for a round of golf and get a little competitive on a quirky date, birthday treat or fun day out, with golfing across multiple sites in Hackney, Borough Market and beyond.

AIM Escape

Promising something that's a little different from your average escape room, AIM is a premium experience with four thrilling areas of puzzle solving to get trapped in. Expect a thrilling combination of immersion and technology at this quirky activity. 

Shuffle Club

Grab your friends and live your best life at Shuffle Club. Expect plenty of non-stop games to showcase your skills and, if you're feeling peckish, then check out their boozy bottomless brunches with prosecco and pizza galore.

Crazy Boules

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A unique experience that combines the classic French game of petanque with the quirks of crazy golf, Crazy Boules can be found at Mercato Metropolitano in Elephant and Castle. Playing in groups of three to four people, you'll work your way around a course full of whacky obstacles, twists and turns.

Expect lots of colourful decor and graffiti all over the venue, making for some great photo opportunities. Sip craft beer or cocktails while you play, and be sure to check out the wide range of street food on offer afterwards.

Fairgame Canary Wharf

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Searching for fun activity bars in London? Check out Fairgame, and get stuck into some seriously cracking games such as Whac-A-Mole, Shoot The Clown and plenty more. This unique spot can be found in Canary Wharf, filled with colourful decor to create the vibe of a nostalgic, adults-only fairground.

You won't need to do any mental maths here, as their innovative wristband technology logs all your scores for you, keeping tack of them on a leaderboard. You can sip all kinds of creative cocktails while you play, and afterwards enjoy street food from Rudy's Pizza, Burger & Beyond or Taco Collective.

The Big Bakes

ready, Steady, Bake. Get ready for an epic showdown at Big Bakes London, the award-winning baking event with locations in Haggerston and Tooting. Grab a partner and head to the marquee, where you'll have 90 minutes to bake, decorate, and compete against other teams.

With pre-measured ingredients, expert guidance from the Head Baker, and a fun new theme each month, the stage is set for a sweet battle. The clock is ticking, so stir in some creativity, add a dash of competition, and let your baking skills shine. Who will be crowned the ultimate baking champs? 

Lucky Voice Karaoke - Venues in London

Let your inner child out with a singing sesh at London's hottest karaoke club. Not only are there 10 rooms for all sorts of capacities, but there's even live DJs come the weekend and a mouthwatering cocktail list every day. What more could you want?

BucketRace Scavenger Hunts

Unleash your inner child with BucketRace. The brand hosts all kinds of fun games and activities, including brilliant scavenger hunts that send you looking for hidden gems all over London, as well as cracking online quizzes and more.

Reztron

Take a trip down memory lane by playing all of the 80s and 90s games you used to love over at Reztron's events. These guys are holding bottomless SEGA brunches at Aquum in South and retro gaming socials at PocketSquare Skyline Bar in East.

Moonshine Saloon: Western Cocktail Experience

@ Moonshine Saloon on Various dates from Saturday 10th May 2025

Step off the streets of London and enter the thrilling world of the Wild West at the Moonshine Saloon. This immersive experience in a secret location will have you become a butt-kicking cowboy, all while you sip on cocktails and attempt to make a fortune from smuggling bootleg liquor. 

Golf Kingdom Chadwell Heath

Golf Kingdom Chadwell Heath is the ideal place to get stuck into the UK's largest adventure golf course, or to try out FootGolf. Expect to get competitive alongside all your mates, where there's a 60-metre lagoon, an 8-metre waterfall and even a whale to navigate too.

Mazer Zone

Big kid? We thought as much. Use that creative brain of yours to complete a boatload of challenges or riddles at Mazer Zone in Camden. This immersive experience will have you transported to another world with its high-tech gear and selection of stories.

Trapped

If you're a big kid, then nab a ticket for Trapped in Greenwich. This escape room-style venue has a boatload of quirky themes, with everything from being locked up behind bars in a prison van to zombie and spy-inspired experiences.

Phantom Peak

@ Phantom Peak London on Various dates from Saturday 10th May 2025

Who says kids are the only ones who can have fun? Phantom Peak is the ultimate big-kid playground, where you get to explore a quirky town, solve mysteries, and go on exciting quests.

With ten trails to uncover, interact with live actors, and discover hidden secrets at every corner, this immersive experience is perfect for the young at heart. Grab your friends and dive into this action-packed adventure in London - you're sure to have a blast.

Bridge Command

@ Bridge Command on Various dates from Saturday 10th May 2025

Ever fancies flying your very own starship? Well, now you can. Bridge Command is a fantastic immersive experience that transports you to space, blending the charm of live theatre with the excitement of virtual reality gaming. The session is guided by professional actors, but the real story is told by you.

Working as a team, you'll fly through uncharted galaxies, make real-time decisions and aim to neutralise a huge threat to humanity. You can nab tickets for just £40, promising three hours of high-adrenaline fun.