London Cocktail Week Is Back For Its Biggest Event Yet
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The events not to miss at this year's festival
Home to an eclectic array of world-leading cocktail bars and bartenders, London’s drinks scene is unrivalled. It’s celebrated each year at London Cocktail Week, a city-wide festival which returns this October for its 16th edition. Hundreds of bars across the capital will be taking part, hosting pop-ups, masterclasses and dinners, as well as adding special £9 signature cocktails to their menus. Keen to get involved? Here are some of the highlights for 2025.
London Cocktail Week: Highlights For 2025
Nomad x Iichiko
Try cocktails made with Japan’s native spirit iichiko Shochu in an evening at Nomad’s Common Decency bar. A line-up of ten top bartenders will be there, whizzing up innovative concoctions from around the world – names to watch out for include Julia Momose of Bar Kumiko in Chicago and Kevin Diedrich of Pacific Cocktail Haven in San Francisco.
9 October, 6pm – 12am, free entry
Sips x Lyaness
Barcelona’s Sips was named the third best bar in the world at The World’s 50 Best Bars 2024 – and this October, you can experience its magic here in London. The team are joining forces with one of London’s top cocktail bars, Lyaness, for a one-night collaboration, led by Sips founder Marc alongside Lyaness’ head bartender Christian. The seated experience will showcase pioneering cocktail making techniques using Johnnie Walker Black Ruby.
16 October, 6 – 11pm, free entry
Karaoke & Cocktail Masterclasses
Karaoke and cocktails are always a winning combo. Head to London’s newest karaoke venue, BAM Karaoke Box, to take part in a cocktail masterclass before getting stuck into some singing. Kick things off with a glass of fizz before learning how to make two cocktails, alongside a selection of dishes, ahead of your private karaoke session (with some friends in tow, of course).
12 October, 4 – 6pm, £59pp
Satan’s Whiskers
Patrón Tequila Tuesdays at Satan’s Whiskers
Love margs? Be sure to stop by Bethnal Green’s favourite cocktail bar Satan’s Whiskers this October. Every Tuesday, the bar will host a takeover from Dos Mas Taco Brothers, complete with tacos, tequila cocktails and hip hop music.
7, 14, 21 and 28 October, free entry
Bourbon & Bubbles High Tea at Fitz’s Bar & Parlour
For a taste of Louisville charm here in the capital, book the Bourbon & Bubbles High Tea experience, available during the festival at Fitz’s Bar & Parlour. Running in partnership with Louisville Tourism, the offering includes three Angel’s Envy cocktails paired with high tea bites, all while enjoying live music. Plus, brand ambassador Angel Teta will be on hand to host a special tasting experience.
10 October, 1 – 3pm, £75
The Caviar Martini Experience at Dante
London’s hottest pop-up right now? A takeover from one of New York’s best-loved bars, Dante, which is running a residency at Claridge’s. If you haven’t been that, London Cocktail Week could be the perfect time: the bar is offering a rare try of its signature caviar martini – part of the festival’s Connoisseur’s Collection programme.
9 – 19 October, £25pp
Leaf Run with Everleaf
Teetotal? You can still get involved with the London Cocktail Week fun. Non-alcoholic drinks brand Everleaf is hosting a gentle autumn 5k run through St James’s and Green Park. Afterwards, you can enjoy alcohol-free drinks at Club Soda from Everleaf and Athletic Brewing – plus you’ll go home with a goody bag.
9 October, 11am – 12.30pm, free entry
Sustainable Drinking at Eve Bar
Adam Handling’s Covent Garden bar Eve is renowned for its pioneering spirit when it comes to eco-friendly drinks. So it’s the perfect place to host this special event, which sees bar manager Mario Hernandez bringing in four B Corp brands to showcase their innovative methods (cocktail in hand, naturally).
15 October, 7pm – 12am, free entry
Nine Lives Presents Bar Ilegal
Round things off at the festival’s legendary closing party, taking place this year at Nine Lives in Bermondsey. The famed Bar Ilegal will be taking over for a mezcal-fuelled extravaganza, complete with late-night tacos, guest bartenders, DJs and of course free-flowing cocktails. It goes on until 3am, so just make sure you clear the following day in your diary…
18 October, 10pm – 3am, free entry
When Is London Cocktail Week?
The festival returns from 9 – 19 October 2025.
How Does Ticketing Work?
To make the most of the £9 cocktails offering, you’ll need a wristband, which costs £20pp and lasts throughout the 11-day event. You can either buy your wristband in advance now, or get one directly from one of the participating bars during the festival. For the events programme, some are free and don’t need pre-booking, while others require buying tickets in advance.
Find out more at londoncocktailweek.com
