Things To Do In London For Under £20

When it comes to affordable nights out in London, this iconic Shoreditch hangout should be on your radar. From bottomless brunch filled with pornstar martinis and all-you-can-eat pizza to admission for less than a tenner, Ballie is as budget-friendly as they come.

Unwind with an evening of top-notch comedy at Lit's Clapham Comedy Cave. Every week, a rotating lineup of brilliant comedians takes the stage to deliver punchlines that'll have you in stitches. Grab your friends, a drink, and a seat for an unforgettable night of humour and fun in one of Clapham's most exciting venues.

Make your way to Gipsy Hill Brewery in South East London to enjoy all kinds of affordable fun. Whether you fancy heading to their weekly pub quiz on Wednesdays, which only costs £2 to enter, or one of their cool pop-up events, you'll also be able to indulge in the brand's delicious beers and tasty pizzas too.

Starting at just £15 a head, Sounds Familiar is a great way of taking your quiz game up a notch, without breaking the bank. With events all across London, these guys are making sure you're next far from one of their parties.

An event for all the pop princesses out there, Slumber Party is coming to Strongroom Bar and Kitchen this May. Get ready to sing along to all your favourite pop hits on this ultimate girls' night out.

There'll be fantastic live performances from VANÉS and Matilda Pratt, followed by a cracking set from with DJ Chelsea Little. From throwback classics to modern hits, this evening promises everything you could ask for. Plus, it costs just £10 to enter.

For some affordable fun South of the river, head to Brixton Jamm. This diverse event space is home to bars, street food vendors and all sorts of fun goings-on that won't break the bank. 

Think free-to-enter sports screenings, as well as quirky quiz nights themed around everything from Peep Show to The Lord of The Rings or Harry Potter - costing £6 to attend. Plus, there are live performers and DJs here on a regular basis.

Fancy starring in your very own gameshow? Then head to Shoreditch Balls on Old Street for their immersive Gameshow Spectacular. This quirky event promises plenty of audience participation and crazy costumes, with an energetic host to keep the laughter going.

Expect all kinds of whacky games and challenges to get involved in, with unique skills coming in handy. And the best part? Tickets start from just £13 each.

For an affordable night out that promises non-stop raucous fun, head to Brixton Drag Bingo at The Ton of Brix. This takes place every single Saturday evening, featuring hilarious and fabulous performances from the likes of Orange Gina, Ariel Bold and Magik.

Expect lively rounds of bingo, interspersed with lip-syncing, comedy and games, with the chance to win some prizes. Tickets start from just £10 each, also giving you access to the club night afterwards.

If you're looking for brilliant events starting from just £10, The Ministry in Borough could be just the place for you. This creative workspace and members' club hosts their Marmalade event every single Wednesday, showcasing the best of up-and-coming new artists on stage.

There are regular one-off performances to enjoy as well, alongside everything from cocktail masterclasses to panel talks.

Get some serious bang for your buck with group packages from just £15 each with Fairgame. The adult funfair of dreams, this quirky Canary Wharf haunt boasts classic fairground games with a twist. Challenge your mates to Roll-A-Ball Derby, Shoot the Clown, Whac-A-Mole and more, in a colourful, Instagram-worthy setting.

They've got high-tech wristbands that log your scores for you, tracking them on a virtual leaderboard. After you play, revel in street food delights such as chicken adobo tacos and triple pepperoni pizza as well as boozy slushies or delicious cocktails such as the Fizz and Floss.

Head to The Prince in Stoke Newington for an affordable, creative event. Their life drawing sessions take place every Wednesday, led by professional artist Dan Whiteson who has over a decade of experience to share with you.

Tickets cost just £12 each, including tuition and all the materials you'll need, and there'll be a live model to draw at the centre of the room.

Get your Sherlock hat on and solve some mysteries with StreetHunt Games - The Case Of Colombia's Finest, an adult scavenger hunt, escape room and murder mystery all in one, played across the city. Get ready to explore some of London's best hidden treasures (but remember to keep your wits about you).

Make your way to pubs and theatres across London to catch a hilarious stand-up performance for just £12. Not only can you enjoy shows from top names, with past acts including Jack Whitehall and Romesh Ranganathan, but also award-winning new talent.

From just £10, you can enjoy an exciting evening of cabaret, circus glitterati and more with House of Burlesque's residency at Madame Jojo's in the West End. Not only will there be 1920s outfits and incredible dancing, but also happy hour drinks.

Looking for fun things to do in London without breaking the bank? Dabbers Bingo offers a night of bingo, laughs, and fantastic prizes starting from just £17. From Pick N Mix Bingo to themed events like Comedy Bawlers Bingo, you'll get plenty of entertainment for your money.

Add in delicious food and drinks, and you've got an affordable and fun way to spend your evening. It's one of the best cheap things to do in London, with unforgettable experiences that won't cost a fortune.

For wallet-friendly activities in Islington, The Horatia N7 has exactly what you need. This cracking venue offers free entry to most of their events - think vinyl nights that'll have you up on the dancefloor, as well as buzzing live sports screenings.

Looking for a unique night out that won't break the bank? Then check out Barry's Bonus Buzzer Bingo, taking place at venues all over London. This quirky night out switches up the usual game of bingo, with fun bonus rounds like wacky races, treasure hunts and lucky dips.

Your £10 ticket gets you access to two full rounds of bingo, as well as all the minigames, and you'll even be entered into the rollover jackpot. Plus, you might just win some prizes.

You won't be stuck for super cheap activities at Draughts London - across its Waterloo and Hackney venues it's hosting a selection fun events. Their boardgame meetups give you the chance to meet and play with likeminded individuals, costing as little as £7.25 per person for hours of fun.

Over in Islington, you can catch exciting shows of new cabaret, burlesque, theatre and comedy performances at The Rosemary Branch Theatre. With many tickets on offer for under £20, you'll get a chance to see the latest up-and-coming talent for a bargain price.

While you might think it would cost an arm and a leg to enjoy amazing views of the city from the top of a skyscraper, Sky Garden it completely free to enter. What's more, they host events that start from as little as £11.50 each, promising a great vantage point of London to boot.

You can attend everything from regular music nights to morning yoga sessions, as well as sunrise entry tickets that promise the most beautiful panoramas, for £20 and under.

Taking place at their Crofton Park venue every single month, Reggae at the Rivoli is a winner for laidback and fun nights out. There will be live DJs playing vinyl beats all night long, with artists ranging from Bob Marley to Beres Hammond and Johnny Clark. Tickets cost just £10 per person, promising all the best ska, reggae, rocksteady and 80s or 90s beats throughout.

With sessions of both FootGolf and adventure golf on the UK's biggest course, Golf Kingdom Chadwell Heath is sure to be an affordable thing to do for under £15 each. Expect to navigate a giant lake, an eight-metre waterfall, the jaws of a whale and more.

With several locations around London, these London market halls are great for first dates and nights out with friends. You'll get to chow down and drink cheap tipples while on a budget - that includes gems such as DF Tacos and Roti King.

Head over to One Hundred Shoreditch for f*ck being humble's "Celebrating Slow Progress," featuring founder and author, Stefanie Sword-Williams, and Somatics coach Poonam Dhuffer. The event will highlight the importance of embracing slow and steady growth, emphasizing how patience can lead to meaningful change beyond the pursuit of instant gratification.

Stefanie and Poonam will share their personal experiences of overcoming challenges and finding strength in quiet victories. Attendees will be encouraged to reflect on their own journeys and leave with a renewed sense of inspiration.

Located in Balham, The Bedford is a lively boozer that's been around since 1931. You can always find something fun going on here, and their Live at The Bedford nights are a great way to catch live music in your area.

Tickets are totally free, and there's standing room if you can't manage to reserve a seat. Expect a different lineup of musicians each time, showcasing up-and-coming local talent.

The Phoenix is one of Soho's best-loved pubs, situated in Cavendish Square. They host a regular lineup of fantastic events, starting from as little as £3 per person to attend.

Whether you're in the mood for a Friends-themed quiz, lively music quizzes on the weekends, old-school indie nights or something else, you're bound to find it right here.

Who says you have to break the bank to have fun? Not Fiddle Paradiddle's Pop-Up. This best-loved drinking den is combining its popular bevvies, including low and no alcohol serves with a ceilidh event like no other. Expect thirst-quenching drinks and lively entertainment.

Looking for a brilliant event that won't break the bank? Then head to the iconic Victorian venue The Clapham Grand, where their lively movie nights will set you back as little as £10 per person.

Expect to see classic films like Bridesmaids or Angus, Thongs and Perfect Snogging, alongside fantastic entertainment from their talented team. Think sing-alongs, dance competitions, prizes for the best dressed and a brilliant afterparty too, with plenty of drinks and tasty cinema snacks up for grabs throughout.

With everything from live music to poetry, cinema sessions, yoga and more starting at just £5 at RSA House, you can make sure you have some fun without breaking the bank - and there are even some free events too. Whether seeing performances or getting stuck into activities is your thing, this central London location has you covered for fun things to do.

Tickets to The Double R Club start from under £20 making it a great choice for an evening out when you don't want to go overboard in the money department. Aberrant host Benjamin Louche presents cinematic evenings that are like if Twin Peaks and Mulholland Drive had a tassel twirling baby and we just can't get enough. 

You won't need to break the bank to have a little fun at The Covent Garden Comedy Club. Located at Freemasons Arms on Long Acre, this drinking den will be hosting some of the city's best entertainers, from stand-up favourites to the driest of entertainers, all while you quaff a few drinks.

Looking to learn more about London's dark past? Then set off on this Serial Killers: London Walking Tour, a two-hour experience that'll teach you all about Jack the Ripper and other notorious serial killers who have terrorised the capital over the years.

Expert guide and former professional actor Declan McHugh will be leading the walking tour, theatrically sharing these gruesome stories - taking you all over the Barbican and Holborn area.

For only £15 per adult, you can get entry to Elite Wrestling Entertainment's events at The Station pub in Stoneleigh, Epsom. Expect action-packed entertainment from the canvas, where you can cheer and boo to your hearts content as wrestlers battle it out in displays of passion and athleticism.

The Albany plays host to the extraordinary Glitter & Titter Cabaret, where London's brightest performers unite for a feast of burlesque, drag, and comedy. With tickets starting at just £12, this show is a steal.

Grab your partner or your pals, and let the incomparable Ms Larissa Thorne guide you into a night of glamour, humour, and surprise.

With tickets from as little as a £13, Queen of Hoxton's drag queen-themed night is a no-brainer. Experience fabulous performances, tuck into slices from Pizza East and soak up cocktails with some of the city's finest queens.

Old Skool Bingo host a series of cracking events in venues across Aldgate, Brixton and beyond, starting from as little as £17.50 per person. Expect 90s and 00s throwback anthems from DJs to keep the party going, while you try your hand at high-energy games and ridiculous challenges, for the chance to win some hilarious prizes.

If you're looking for unique things to do that won't break the bank, head down to The Arcanist's Tavern in Hoxton. This immersive tabletop gaming cafe features custom tables for TTRPGs and Wargaming and a board game library complete with over 300 games, so there's plenty to keep you entertained.

Their events start from as little as £3.50 each, ranging from quiz nights to beginners Dungeons and Dragons sessions and board game meetups. Plus, the cafe serves everything from RPG-themed cocktails to coffee and tasty snacks.

Dabbers Social Bingo at The Bermondsey Bierkeller is making sure you can get your fix of fun and games for just £10 per person - and you might even walk away with a fab prize from that too. Expect party vibes, edge-of-your-seat mini games and the more traditional aspects of bingo too at these events.

One of the funnest scavenger hunts in London, this unique cross-capital adventure will have you getting know the city in an all new light. Designed for groups of up to four, you'll be hunting down dragons in Camden and doing human pyramids in Hyde Park for the chance to be crowned the winning team. 

For those who love the 80s, Trapeze Bar's No Balls Bingo: 80s Edition is the ultimate throwback party. This isn't just your usual game of bingo - it's a vibrant celebration of one of the most iconic musical eras.

As the DJ blasts classic 80s tracks, players mark off their bingo cards based on the songs they hear, creating a unique and engaging experience. Whether you're a fan of pop, rock, or synthwave, the 80s music lineup will have everyone reminiscing and dancing in no time. 

Looking for a high-adrenaline adventure to get involved in? Then check out Mission: Hostage Recovery, which takes place around Brick Lane. You'll work as an agent tracking down someone who has been kidnapped, aiming to save them before it's too late.

The two-hour event costs just £15 per person to attend, and teams of two to five people can enter. You'll be sent challenging clues and riddles straight to your phone, which you'll be working against the clock to solve.