Fun Things To Do In Canary Wharf

Hey, you. You've been sitting on Canary Wharf. Sure, it used to be where skyscrapers dominated (and it kind of still is), but this is an area of London that has come on leaps and bounds from its corporate identity. There's now no shortage of things to do and after-work bars, so check out our guide to Canary Wharf activities and events here.

Last edited by Lauren Cole

Last updated on 15th April 2025



Pitch Wharf

Looking to unwind without leaving the business district? Then check out Pitch Wharf at 30 Churchill Place, an exciting activity venue split across two floors. There are a variety of different games to get involved in, from shuffleboard to their signature interactive golf, which offers quirky modes like Bullseye and Party Putt.

Live DJs provide tunes in the evenings, and there's even an outdoor terrace that's ideal for the summer months. Kitchen resident Jiyu ensure that you won't go hungry either, serving up modern Asian fare like kimchi smash burgers, spicy vegetable dumplings and jackfruit jungle curry.

The Cube - London

Think you've got what it takes to conquer The Cube? Grab a partner and take on seven legendary challenges from the classic TV show inside the nerve-wracking walls of The Cube - London.

Get ready to put your wide range of physical and mental abilities to the test, including balance, speed, and quick thinking, with no margin for error.

What to Expect:

🧠 Take on seven legendary challenges straight from the hit TV show.

⚡ Put your physical and mental abilities to the test, from balance to speed and quick thinking.

🎯 Work with a partner to see if you've got what it takes to beat The Cube.

😰 Feel the pressure inside the nerve-wracking glass walls—where every mistake counts.

Details:

📍 Address: The Cube, Arches Ln, London SW11 8AB

Opening Hours: Mon–Sun (hours vary)

💰 Price: From £45 per person

What makes it unique?

It's your chance to step into a real-life game show and experience the tension, adrenaline, and excitement of The Cube. Whether you're looking for a fun date, a team-building challenge, or just an unforgettable day out, this immersive experience will push you to the limit.

Fairgame Canary Wharf

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If you're on the hunt for fabulous watering holes, check out Fairgame, an activity bar with a funfair theme that's an ideal pick of things to do in Canary Wharf this weekend. Get stuck into Whac-A-Mole and Shoot The Clown, all while chowing down on street food and sipping on cracking drinks.

The innovative RFID wristband tech links to the venue's bespoke app too, meaning your scores and leader boards will be tracked to give the winner from your group ultimate bragging rights.

What to Expect:

🎯 Test your aim with whack-a-mole, ring toss, and other nostalgic games.

🍹 Sip on themed cocktails and craft beers while you play.

🎡 Enjoy the thrill of a funfair without the dodgy carnival food—think street food vendors serving gourmet bites.

Details:

📍 Address: 25 Fisherman's Walk, London E14 4DH

Opening Hours: Mon–Sun (hours vary)

💰 Price: Game tokens start from £10

What makes it unique?

It's a playground for grown-ups, blending childhood nostalgia with craft cocktails and a lively atmosphere. If you fancy competitive fun with your mates, this one's a winner.

Munich Cricket Club Canary Wharf

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Student Discount and 4 other offers

Don your lederhosen for a truly authentic (and rowdy) German party experience in Canary Wharf. Thanks to regular oompah bands at live music nights on Thursdays and Saturdays, Munich Cricket Club is a brilliant celebration of all things Bavarian.

But that also extends to brunches complete with unlimited cheese fondue served alongside cured meats, grilled seasonal vegetables, potatoes, bread and cornichons. Cheesy Euro-pop and 90 minutes of bottomless bier, Munich-mosas and spritzes also feature.

What to Expect:

🇩🇪 Experience a lively German beer hall atmosphere with long communal tables.

🎶 Enjoy live oompah bands on Thursdays and Saturdays.

🍺 Take on stein-holding contests while sipping on authentic German bier.

🥨 Feast on schnitzel, sausage sharing boards, and Bavarian-style brunches.

🍾 Go bottomless with 90 minutes of cheese fondue and drinks.

Details:

📍 Address: 9 Mackenzie Walk, London E14 4PH

Opening Hours: Mon–Sun (hours vary)

💰 Price: Bottomless brunch is 35 per person

What makes it unique?

It's the closest you'll get to Oktoberfest in London all year round. With live music, steins of beer, and Bavarian feasting, Munich Cricket Club is the ultimate party spot for German-themed fun. Prost!

Oasis Bar & Terrace Canary Wharf

Check out Oasis Bar & Terrace's lineup of events over the next couple of months if you're looking for something fun to get up to in the Canary Wharf area.

You'll find cocktail masterclasses with tickets from £55 per person, as well as wine-tasting experiences and bottomless brunches every Saturday. Gather your friends or make one of the events a fun date night activity and head on over. 

What to Expect:

🍸 Shake things up with hands-on cocktail masterclasses from £55 per person.

🍷 Explore new flavours with expert-led wine-tasting experiences.

🥂 Enjoy bottomless brunch every Saturday with free-flowing drinks and tasty bites.

🌆 Sip cocktails on a stylish terrace overlooking Canary Wharf.

Details:

📍 Address: Canary Wharf, London (exact location varies—check website for details)

Opening Hours: Mon–Sun (hours vary)

💰 Price: Events start from £55 per person

What makes it unique?

It's not just a bar—it's an experience. Whether you're perfecting your cocktail-making skills, indulging in fine wine, or diving into a boozy brunch, Oasis Bar & Terrace brings a touch of luxury and fun to your Canary Wharf plans.

Electric Shuffle Canary Wharf

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£15 Lunch Offer and 1 other offer

Shuffleboard is the hottest activity in town, and this waterfront area has its own buzzing spot complete with a unique twist from state of the art electronic scoring and fun mini games.

With regular bottomless brunches to cover you for Canary Wharf events this weekend and the chance to really have at it in the competitive socialising department, Electric Shuffle is a great place for couples or groups alike.

What to Expect:

⚡ Shuffle your way to victory in a high-energy, tech-enhanced game.

🍕 Feast on sharing platters of pizzas and small plates.

🍸 Sip on creative cocktails while competing with friends.

Details:

📍 Address: 10 Cabot Square, London E14 4EY

Opening Hours: Mon–Sun (hours vary)

💰 Price: From £10 per person per game

What makes it unique?

It's shuffleboard like you've never seen before, with a digital twist and a buzzing bar vibe. Perfect for group nights out with a competitive edge.

The Cocktail Club

On the hunt for Canary Wharf events tomorrow or another time? Formerly called the London Cocktail Club and still known for their happy hours complete with fun bartenders and delicious drinks, The Cocktail Club is a great place to have a drink.

But, you'll be pleased to hear, they also have themed bottomless brunch parties spanning house or musical themes and more for the ultimate experience.

What to Expect:

🍹 Sip on expertly crafted cocktails with one of the best happy hours in town.

🎭 Join themed bottomless brunch parties featuring house music, musical throwbacks, and more.

🎉 Expect high-energy vibes, fun bartenders, and a party atmosphere.

🥂 Enjoy free-flowing drinks and brunch bites at their ultimate weekend sessions.

Details:

📍 Address: 9 Cabot Square, London E14 4EB

Opening Hours: Mon–Sun (hours vary)

💰 Price: Cocktails from £9 | Bottomless brunch from £39 per person

What makes it unique?

It's not just a bar—it's an experience. Whether you're hunting for Canary Wharf events tomorrow or planning an epic weekend, The Cocktail Club has themed brunch parties, killer cocktails, and an atmosphere that guarantees a great time.

Gallio

Gallio is a vibrant Mediterranean restaurant with a rotation of culinary events to choose from. Make your way over for their bottomless pizza brunches on a Saturday - complete with 90 minutes of bubbles or beer and unlimited pizza for £35 each - or choose between their rotating range of breakfasts and supper clubs inspired by Turkey, Morocco and more.

What to Expect:

🍕 Unlimited pizza brunch every Saturday, with 90 minutes of bubbles or beer for £35 per person.

🌍 Rotating breakfast and supper clubs inspired by Turkey, Morocco, and more.

🍽️ A vibrant Mediterranean menu packed with fresh, bold flavors.

🎉 A relaxed yet stylish setting, perfect for group dining and weekend treats.

Details:

📍 Address: 6 Park Drive, London E14 9GG

Opening Hours: Mon–Sun (hours vary)

💰 Price: Bottomless brunch from £35 per person

What makes it unique?

Gallio offers more than just great food—its supper clubs, themed events, and unlimited pizza brunches make it a top spot for Canary Wharf foodies looking for something different.

Pepper St. Tavern

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Pepper St Tavern is a British pub located just across the way into Isle of Dogs - a place where the classic pubbing experience is combined with a first floor gaming room that's sure to keep you entertained for hours.

Retro arcade games, pool tables, table tennis, foosball and smart darts all await upstairs, plus 20 taps of craft beer and lager behind the bar - with New York-style pizza to accompany.

What to Expect:

🎮 Get competitive with retro arcade games, pool tables, table tennis, foosball, and smart darts.

🍕 Feast on New York-style pizza, perfect for pairing with a pint.

🍻 Choose from 20 taps of craft beer and lager behind the bar.

🕹️ A laid-back, fun atmosphere just across the way in Isle of Dogs.

Details:

📍 Address: 21 Pepper St, London E14 9RP

Opening Hours: Mon–Sun (hours vary)

💰 Price: Games are free with food and drink purchases

What makes it unique?

It's not just a pub—it's a playground for grown-ups. Whether you're up for a game of pool, a few rounds of darts, or just a great beer and pizza combo, Pepper St. Tavern is the perfect spot to kick back and have some fun.

Boisdale Of Canary Wharf - Restaurant, Bars & Terrace

A deluxe live music experience, Boisdale of Canary Wharf are bringing sweet sweet sounds to the city - all inspired by your favourite genres and artists. Sit down for dining, cocktails and a whole host of performers, from jazz and reggae through to Frank Sinatra, Stevie Wonder, Elvis, ABBA Mania and soul DJ nights. 

What to Expect:

🎶 Enjoy live performances spanning jazz, reggae, soul, and classic tributes.

🥩 Indulge in a menu featuring premium steaks, fresh seafood, and Scottish delicacies.

🥃 Sip on a vast selection of whiskies and expertly crafted cocktails.

Details:

📍 Address: Cabot Place, Canary Wharf, London E14 4QT

Opening Hours: Mon–Sun (hours vary)

💰 Price: Live music and dining packages from £29.50 per person

What makes it unique?

With a vibrant mix of live performances—from jazz legends to ABBA tributes—Boisdale is a must-visit for music lovers. Add in a top-notch steak, a fine cigar, and a smooth whisky, and you've got an unforgettable night out.

Pizza Pilgrims Canary Wharf

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Pizzaiolo in training £55 per person and 8 other offers

Not just your ordinary pizza restaurant, purveyors of all thing Neapolitan Pizza Pilgrims West India Quay are providing entertainment and gorgeous views of the waterside. If you're not sunning it with slices outside, head in where foosball tables and board games are waiting.

Otherwise, their Canary Wharf events in 2024 include pizza-making masterclasses too, so you can get an insight into how to make these bad boys at home.

What to Expect:

🍕 Feast on authentic Neapolitan pizzas made with top-tier ingredients.

🌊 Enjoy stunning waterside views at their West India Quay location.

🎲 Get competitive with foosball tables and board games.

👨‍🍳 Join a pizza-making masterclass (£55 per person) and learn how to craft the perfect slice.

Details:

📍 Address: 12 Hertsmere Rd, London E14 4AE

Opening Hours: Mon–Sun (hours vary)

💰 Price: Pizzas from £10 | Masterclasses from £55 per person

What makes it unique?

It's more than just a pizza joint—it's a fun, interactive spot with games, gorgeous views, and hands-on experiences. Whether you're tucking into a slice by the water, battling it out over foosball, or learning the art of pizza-making, Pizza Pilgrims brings the good vibes and great food.

Qube - Recording Studio Experience & Private Venue

In the heart of Canary Wharf you'll find Qube, the music studio experience that allows you to gain access to behind-the-scenes activities like DJ sessions, song production and 3D sound experiences in studios used by the likes of Ellie Goulding and Lewis Capaldi.

From £90 per person, you can create your own song adventure, whether you're a rapper or a singer, and even learn how to hit the decks yourself. What's more, there's even unlimited house drinks to accompany your visit. 

What to Expect:

🎧 Get behind the scenes with DJ sessions, song production, and 3D sound experiences.

🎤 Record your own track in state-of-the-art studios used by artists like Ellie Goulding and Lewis Capaldi.

🎚️ Learn how to mix and produce music with expert guidance.

🍸 Enjoy unlimited house drinks while you create your musical masterpiece.

Details:

📍 Address: Qube East, Canary Wharf, London

Opening Hours: Mon–Sun (hours vary)

💰 Price: From £90 per person

What makes it unique?

Whether you're a rapper, singer, or just a music enthusiast, Qube offers a one-of-a-kind recording studio experience. From laying down tracks to learning the art of DJing, this is the ultimate immersive music adventure—all with unlimited drinks to keep the creativity flowing.

Clays Canary Wharf

If you're looking Canary Wharf events today or any other day of the week, head to Clays. The experience simulates clay pigeon shooting (including having huge replica guns to use) across a range of gloriously fun minigames, so make sure you have your eye in. Get over here with a group and grab party food platters, or take to the waterside terrace when you fancy some cocktail refreshments after all the competition.

What to Expect:

🎯 Try your hand at simulated clay pigeon shooting with huge replica guns and immersive minigames.

🥳 Gather a group and enjoy party food platters while you play.

🍸 Unwind on the waterside terrace with expertly mixed cocktails.

🏆 A fun, competitive experience perfect for team-building, birthdays, or casual nights out.

Details:

📍 Address: 1 Cabot Square, London E14 4QJ

Opening Hours: Mon–Sun (hours vary)

💰 Price: From £15 per person

What makes it unique?

It's clay shooting without the countryside. Whether you're sharpening your skills or just here for the fun, Clays brings a thrilling, social experience to the heart of Canary Wharf.

Go Boat Canary Wharf

Surrounded by water, it's easy to see why someone like Go Boat has found itself a must-do for outdoor activities in Canary Wharf. A self-drive vessel, loomed over by the skyscrapers nearby, it's letting you take your chance at being captain, so grab a few drinks and let the minutes pass you by across a unique experience.

What to Expect:

🚤 Drive your own electric boat around the stunning waterways of Canary Wharf.

🍾 Bring your own drinks and snacks for a floating picnic.

🌆 Relax and enjoy the skyline views from the water.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Perfect for groups, families, and unique date experiences.

Details:

📍 Address: Bellmouth Passage, London E14 4PH

Opening Hours: Mon–Sun (seasonal hours apply)

💰 Price: From £79 per boat (fits up to 8 people)

What makes it unique?

GoBoat lets you experience Canary Wharf from a whole new perspective—cruising the docks at your own pace, drinks in hand, and skyscrapers all around you.