Summer in London: Your Alternative Festival Guide

We love a good summer festival as much as the next Londoner. Music in the air, street food, wild outfits, and endless Instagram moments. But let’s be honest… not everyone wants to spend a weekend fighting through crowds, standing in muddy fields, or queuing for overpriced falafel. Whether you're over the chaos, skipping the soggy wellies this year, or just looking for something new, we’ve pulled together a list of alternative summer activities in London that deliver all the fun—with none of the faff.

And at the top of that list? A buzz-worthy immersive experience like no other.

1. Quiz Room London – London’s Festival-Free Fun Zone

If you’re craving the thrill of live competition but not so keen on elbowing your way through a sea of glitter-covered strangers, step into the world of Quiz Room London. It’s the indoor activity that gives you the rush of a live event—without the queues, the mud, or the inevitable port-a-loo drama.

📍 Located in the heart of London, Quiz Room turns YOU into the star of the show. It's a fully immersive TV-style game show experience, complete with buzzers, lights, music, and loads of laughs.

Whether you’re booking with friends, family, your colleagues, or that one mate who swears they’d dominate on a game show—this is your moment.

Escape the festival chaos with a quiz battle you’ll never forget!

It’s ideal for:

• Team building days (say goodbye to awkward trust falls)
  
  
• Hen/stag parties looking for a unique twist
  
  
• Family fun that spans generations
  
  
• Birthday parties for kids and grown-ups
  
  
• Anyone wanting something a little more extraordinary
  
  

🎟️ Book your spot now at Quiz Room London. Pro tip: it gets busy during the summer holidays, so don’t wait too long.

2. Rooftop Hang Outs – Movie Magic Without the Mosh Pit, or Indie Brunch Vibes for all!

If open-air entertainment is still your vibe but crowds aren’t, head to the Rooftop Film Club. Think deck chairs, headphones, cult classics, and city views that beat any festival backdrop. This is the ultimate chill alternative to a noisy music stage—perfect for a date night, family outing, or evening with your spouse.

The best part? No mud. No crowd crush. Just you, a great film, and some fresh air.

Not in the mood for a picture? There’s plenty still to do on London’s rooftops whilst the weather is permitting! Check out Cafe Mission, an indie style co-working/wellness/top tier cafe experience tucked away in East London. Or if you’re in the mood for something a bit more alcohol inclined, rooftop cocktail bars like Jin Bo Law are a great experience like no other as you get to gaze on the London skyline with a drink in hand.

Pair it with a late-afternoon quiz showdown at Quiz Room London, and you’ve got the perfect summer day out—without needing a three-day recovery period.

3. Dive Into London's Indoor Crazy Golf Scene

Swap the festival field for a funky neon golf course at Puttshack, Junkyard Golf, or Swingers. These indoor activities bring colour, fun, and cocktails—with zero risk of a rainout.

Great for birthday celebrations, team socials, or just an original activity with your mates, crazy golf delivers competition and laughs in spades. Combine this with a visit to Quiz Room London for an epic two-part adventure.

Seriously, who needs wristbands when you’ve got buzzers and birdies?

4. Gourmet Street Food—No Ticket Required

Skip the overpriced burgers and hunt down the real heroes of London’s street food scene. Spots like Seven Dials Market, Flat Iron Square, and Mercato Metropolitano serve up top-tier eats in warm, stylish surroundings—without the muddy trek or mystery meat.

They're the perfect stop after your Quiz Room session, especially Spitalfields or Brick Lane Market which are practically a hop skip and a jump away from our very own venue! Celebrate your quiz victory with bao buns, tacos, or Korean fried chicken—and wash it all down with a local craft beer.

Yes, you can be a foodie without spending £12 on soggy chips.

5. Why Quiz Room London Is the Ultimate Alternative Festival Experience

Let’s face it. Not every summer activity has to involve a giant field, a five-hour queue for the loo, or getting sunburnt and soaked in one afternoon.

With Quiz Room London, you get:

• A fully immersive, TV-style quiz game experience
  
  
• Private rooms and scheduled bookings (no crowds!)
  
  
• Age-inclusive fun—from 8 to 88
  
  
• Themes to suit all tastes—from general knowledge to festival and non festival music and pop culture
  
  
• Options for all group types: families, corporate teams, hen/stag groups, school holidays, and more
  
  

Located in central London, we’re surrounded by great food, transport links, and plenty of post-quiz hangouts.

🧠 Buzz your way through unforgettable challenges.
🎉 Celebrate your win like a rockstar (minus the festival port-a-loo).
📅 Book in advance right here and make it the highlight of your summer.

Still Want That Festival Feeling?

Hey, if you love festivals, go wild—we get it. But if you’re craving something a little different, a little less “crowd-surfing” and a little more “buzz-in fun,” Quiz Room London is calling your name.

Whether you’re dodging the rain, skipping the ticket prices, or just want a unique activity with your crew, we’ve got the lights, the laughs, and the leaderboard ready. Bring the music in too with our Music Quiz where you’ll have songs fit for everyone as you hit the buzzer!

🎉 Book now. Bring your friends. And get ready to escape the noise and buzz into something brilliant.