🎉 Got Something to Celebrate? 🎉
Whether it's a birthday, anniversary, graduation, hen night, or any special occasion, we’ve got the perfect package for you!
Joining us for one of our events and celebrating at the same time? You can make your visit even more special with a range of extras – from a birthday cake to fresh flowers, and lots more.
✨ Check out all the add-on options on our booking links or email us at enquiries@dragonflylounge.co.uk and make your celebration one to remember! ✨
Looking for the perfect Christmas gift?
🎄📸 JCPenney-Style Christmas Photoshoots: Nostalgia, Chaos & Holiday Cheer! 🎁
Get ready to relive the glorious tradition of the classic JCPenney Christmas photoshoot—because nothing says “holiday spirit” like coordinated outfits, big smiles, and at least one family member blinking. Our festive backdrops and nostalgic studio style bring all the vintage charm (minus the awkward 90s sweaters… unless you bring them). Book now to capture holiday magic, mild chaos, and perfectly imperfect photos just in time for Christmas.
Want to reserve a table?
You can now reserve a table at any of our shows for just £3pp by emailing enquiries@dragonflylounge.co.uk
November


"This Friday, the Green Fairy Returns. Whisper Her Name for Access."
Our absinthe parlour opens at last, hidden in plain sight behind the main bar.
If you wish to enter, simply lean in, say “green fairy” to one of our staff, and we’ll guide you through.
Keep it quiet. Not everyone is invited.
Visit The Parlour on Wednesdays and Thursdays or book to join us on a Friday for one of our tasting experiences
Dare to dance with La Fée Verte, the fabled Green Fairy, in a masterclass that flirts with the forbidden. Journey through the shadowy world of absinthe, tasting exquisite varieties from around the globe — each with its own intoxicating history and allure.
Slots start at 6pm. Each session will last for 2 hours. and includes your drinks.
December
🎄 Sleigh All Day: Christmas Party Bookings Are Open! 🔔
Make It a December to Remember – Book Your Christmas Party With Us!
Ready to sleigh this festive season? Our venue is serving Christmas realness with fabulous party packages, dazzling décor, and enough sparkle to light up the whole North Pole. Whether you're planning a cosy dinner or a full-blown festive extravaganza, we've got everything you need – including fierce drag queens to bring the glam, the giggles, and the glitter.
Want your own Mrs Claus, Mr Claus, or somewhere delightfully in-between? Book one of our iconic drag hosts to take your party from festive to FABULOUS. They’re bold, they’re brassy, and they’re ready to slay – naughty list absolutely encouraged.
So go ahead, grab your baubles and book the bash. Christmas never looked so fierce. 💋🎄👠
8pm
Your ticket includes, gingerbread house and decorations, mulled wine and a festive film.
Wed 1 Oct
Dare to dance with La Fée Verte, the fabled Green Fairy, in a masterclass that flirts with the forbidden. Journey through the shadowy world of absinthe, tasting exquisite varieties from around the globe — each with its own intoxicating history and allure.
Slots start at 6pm. Each session will last for 2 hours. and includes your drinks.
Hosted by Sirena Hart
Your ticket includes; a delicious afternoon tea, 90 minutes of bottomless cocktails and a fabulous drag show!
8pm


Dragonfly Dragaoke Dance Party with Constance Struggle
Wed 1 Oct
8pm


Wed 1 Oct
8pm
Give the gift of nostalgia this holiday season! Dragonfly Lounge is now offering JC Penney–style retro photoshoots—complete with cozy holiday backdrops, soft studio lighting, and that perfectly cheesy charm we all secretly love.
Whether you’re capturing family memories, couple’s portraits, best-friend chaos, or creating the ultimate holiday card, our throwback sessions deliver nostalgic vibes with a modern twist.
✨ Limited holiday sessions available
🎁 Makes the perfect Christmas gift for families, friends, coworkers, or anyone who loves a good laugh and a great photo
📸 Instant digital gallery + optional print packages
Step into the Dragonfly Lounge, strike your best awkward pose, and let’s make magic—mall-studio style.
Book now and sleigh your holiday season!
Monday 8 December
Wed 1 Oct
8pm
A Christmas Carol, performed by Anthony Roberts, at The Dragonfly Lounge. All ticket and raffle proceeds go towards the work of The OutHouse
Wed 1 Oct
8pm
Wednesday 10th December
Late night Christmas shopping?
Have a break! Pop in for a cocktail or a glass of mulled wine, or browse our range of stocking fillers.


Wed 1 Oct
8pm
Gal Pals Gatherings
A safe, inclusive social space for LGBTQ+ women and their friends to connect and find community.
Join us at Dragonfly for an evening designed especially for LGBTQ+ women and their friends. Expect a warm, affirming atmosphere where you can meet new faces, share good conversation, and feel at home among community. Whether you're looking to expand your circle or simply enjoy a relaxed night out, everyone is welcome to show up as their full, authentic selves.


Wed 1 Oct
Dare to dance with La Fée Verte, the fabled Green Fairy, in a masterclass that flirts with the forbidden. Journey through the shadowy world of absinthe, tasting exquisite varieties from around the globe — each with its own intoxicating history and allure.
Slots start at 6pm. Each session will last for 2 hours. and includes your drinks.
Wed 1 Oct
8pm


Standing room tickets are available on the door
Hosted by Mia Mann
Your ticket includes; a delicious afternoon tea, 90 minutes of bottomless cocktails and a fabulous drag show!
Wed 1 Oct
8pm


Dragonfly Dragaoke Dance Party with Sirena Hart
Wed 1 Oct
8pm


Come along and support local makers...great for stocking fillers and last minute gifts
Wed 1 Oct
8pm
Children's Event
Come and meet Santa! Join us for traditional family story-telling and a meet and greet with Santa himself.


Wed 1 Oct
8pm
Give the gift of nostalgia this holiday season! Dragonfly Lounge is now offering JC Penney–style retro photoshoots—complete with cozy holiday backdrops, soft studio lighting, and that perfectly cheesy charm we all secretly love.
Whether you’re capturing family memories, couple’s portraits, best-friend chaos, or creating the ultimate holiday card, our throwback sessions deliver nostalgic vibes with a modern twist.
✨ Limited holiday sessions available
🎁 Makes the perfect Christmas gift for families, friends, coworkers, or anyone who loves a good laugh and a great photo
📸 Instant digital gallery + optional print packages
Step into the Dragonfly Lounge, strike your best awkward pose, and let’s make magic—mall-studio style.
Book now and sleigh your holiday season!
Monday 15 December
Wed 1 Oct
8pm
Includes a glass of bubbles and all the materials you will need, as well as expert tuition and songs a-plenty
Wed 1 Oct
Dare to dance with La Fée Verte, the fabled Green Fairy, in a masterclass that flirts with the forbidden. Journey through the shadowy world of absinthe, tasting exquisite varieties from around the globe — each with its own intoxicating history and allure.
Slots start at 6pm. Each session will last for 2 hours. and includes your drinks.
Wed 1 Oct
8pm
Your ticket includes; a delicious afternoon tea, 90 minutes of bottomless cocktails and a fabulous drag show!
Hosted by Constance Struggle
Wed 1 Oct
8pm


Come dressed for The Moulin Rouge...prizes for the best dressed!
Wed 1 Oct
8pm
Prepare to be dazzled at The Mistletoe Moulin Burlesque Show - an evening of glamour, tease, and timeless allure. Settle in for a night of captivating performances that blend sass, style, and sparkle in equal measure.
Then dance the night away with our fabulous drag DJ.
Wed 1 Oct
8pm


Dare to dance with La Fée Verte, the fabled Green Fairy, in a masterclass that flirts with the forbidden. Journey through the shadowy world of absinthe, tasting exquisite varieties from around the globe — each with its own intoxicating history and allure.
Slots start at 6pm. Each session will last for 2 hours. and includes your drinks.
Wed 1 Oct
8pm


We Wish You a Merry Flickmas!
Get ready to sleigh, darlings! This Christmas, Flick the Drag Queen joins us for an unforgettable night of festive fabulousness. Expect high-voltage performances, razor-sharp wit and enough sparkle to light up the North Pole.
Whether you’re naughty, nice, or somewhere delightfully in between, come celebrate the season with a cabaret extravaganza that will leave you laughing, gasping, and shouting “Merry Flickmas!” all night long.
The perfect Christmassy night out or last minute Christmas party...book now!
Wed 1 Oct
8pm
Join Us This Christmas Eve!
Looking for a warm and welcoming way to spend Christmas Eve? Come along and enjoy an afternoon and evening of festive fun with us! We’ll be watching a fabulous Christmas film, playing games, and spending time together in good company.
Families are very welcome — bring children, grandparents, and everyone in between. We’ll be providing a buffet selection, and our bar will be open throughout the event. If you'd like to bring a dish to share, feel free — any leftover food will be donated to the local night shelter.
Whether you’re not feeling the traditional family Christmas, or you simply want to celebrate with your chosen family, we’d love to spend it with you.
Wed 1 Oct
8pm


Dragonfly Dragaoke Dance Party with Constance Struggle
🔔 Happy New Year! 🔔
Wed 1 Oct
8pm
Out with the old, in with the bold!
We’re ringing in the new year with a bang, a belt, and a bottomless bottle of bubbles!
Join our queens, kings, and things for a Drag Cabaret Party packed with glitter, laughter, and lip-syncs that defy gravity.
🎤 Drag, comedy, chaos & champagne
💚 Absinthe tastings and seductive surprises
Dress Code: Opulent, over-the-top, and outrageously you.
🎟️ Limited tickets — because magic tastes better in secret.
It’s the one night a year where “too much” is just enough.
January 2026
Friday 2 January
Dragonfly cabarets deliver a glamorous night of dazzling performances, with food and drinks brought right to your table as you watch the show. With a sparkling atmosphere and nonstop entertainment, they’re the perfect place to relax, indulge, and enjoy the experience.
Line up coming soon!
Saturday 3 January


Join us for Dragaoke — the ultimate night of glitter, glamour, and good vibes!
Sing your heart out, dance the night away, and sip on delicious drinks crafted to keep the party going. With fierce performers, high-energy karaoke, and a crowd that knows how to have fun, it’s the perfect place to let loose.
We’re open ’til late, so the celebration never has to end!
Sunday 4 January


🎄 Post-Christmas Bring & Buy! 🎁
Swap your unwanted gifts for something you’ll actually love!
Come along for a giggle, a rummage, and that usual cosy atmosphere we adore.
Warm drinks, delicious treats, and zero judgment guaranteed.
Bring it. Buy it. Swap it. Laugh about it.
Wednesday 7 January


Tracey Paper’s Monthly Quiz at The Dragonfly Lounge
Think you’re a know-it-all? Or just love a laugh, a drink, and a bit of friendly competition?
Join us for Tracey Paper’s legendary Monthly Quiz at The Dragonfly Lounge!
🧠 Quirky questions & clever rounds
🎤 Hosted by the one and only Tracey Paper
🏆 Prizes, glory, and ultimate bragging rights
🍹 Delicious drinks and a cosy, welcoming atmosphere
👯♀️ Perfect for teams of friends, family, or workmates
Grab your mates, grab a table, and get your thinking caps (and drinking arms) ready.
The Dragonfly Lounge – where the quiz is serious, but we definitely aren’t.
Thursday 8 January


Gal Pals Gatherings
A safe, inclusive social space for LGBTQ+ women and their friends to connect and find community.
Join us at Dragonfly for an evening designed especially for LGBTQ+ women and their friends. Expect a warm, affirming atmosphere where you can meet new faces, share good conversation, and feel at home among community. Whether you're looking to expand your circle or simply enjoy a relaxed night out, everyone is welcome to show up as their full, authentic selves.
Friday 9 January
Dragonfly cabarets deliver a glamorous night of dazzling performances, with food and drinks brought right to your table as you watch the show. With a sparkling atmosphere and nonstop entertainment, they’re the perfect place to relax, indulge, and enjoy the experience.
Line up coming soon!
Saturday 10 January
Where the TEA is served piping hot! 🫖 🍰
Join us for our 'Dragonfly Lounge Boozy Bottomless Drag Afternoon Tea', featuring live performances from amazing drag artists every week!
This is an afternoon tea with a twist of course…We’ll be serving sandwiches and scones, and you can enjoy selected bottomless cocktails (for 90 minutes) served in teapots!
This is a sweet treat you don’t want to miss! 🍨 🩷 🫖
Bottomless ticket: £40
A drag show, afternoon tea and 90 minutes of bottomless teapot cocktails
Soft Drink ticket: £27
A drag show, afternoon tea and 90 minutes of bottomless soft or hot drinks
Mini brunch: £15
A drag show, a glass of Prosecco and a plate of nibbles
Saturday 10 January


Join us for Dragaoke — the ultimate night of glitter, glamour, and good vibes!
Sing your heart out, dance the night away, and sip on delicious drinks crafted to keep the party going. With fierce performers, high-energy karaoke, and a crowd that knows how to have fun, it’s the perfect place to let loose.
We’re open ’til late, so the celebration never has to end!
Sunday 11 January
We’re More Than a Venue — We’re Your Cosy Bar Space
Settle in, get comfy, and make yourself at home.
Whether you’re catching up with friends over a delicious drink, sharing stories, or just escaping the outside world for a while, our bar is the perfect place to unwind.
Fancy something fun?
Grab a board game, challenge your mates, and let the giggles roll.
Or simply relax into the soft lighting, friendly atmosphere, and the laid-back vibe that makes our space so special.
Come for a drink. Stay for the warmth. Leave with a smile.


Wednesday 14 January


Bonkers Bingo
Big laughs. Silly prizes. Total chaos.
Join us for a night where nothing makes sense and everything is hilarious. Expect bonkers prizes — from the brilliantly bizarre to the surprisingly fabulous — including cabaret tickets to some of the wildest shows around.
Bring your mates, your loudest laugh, and zero expectations.
Bonkers Bingo: you never know what’s coming… and that’s the fun.
Thursday 15 January


Warm Up at Our Mid-Week Sober Social!
Take a break from the mid-week chill and step into a friendly, welcoming space made for connection and laughter - all in a relaxed, alcohol-free atmosphere.
Sip your way through our winter-inspired mocktail menu, featuring comforting flavours like spiced cranberry fizz and cozy coolers. And don’t miss the star of the season: our fabulous hot chocolate station, loaded with toppings, flavours, and all the indulgent add-ons your heart desires.
Good vibes, warm drinks, and zero hangovers.
Join us and make your mid-week feel magical!
Friday 16 January
Dragonfly cabarets deliver a glamorous night of dazzling performances, with food and drinks brought right to your table as you watch the show. With a sparkling atmosphere and nonstop entertainment, they’re the perfect place to relax, indulge, and enjoy the experience.
Line up coming soon!
Saturday 17 January
Where the TEA is served piping hot! 🫖 🍰
Join us for our 'Dragonfly Lounge Boozy Bottomless Drag Afternoon Tea', featuring live performances from amazing drag artists every week!
This is an afternoon tea with a twist of course…We’ll be serving sandwiches and scones, and you can enjoy selected bottomless cocktails (for 90 minutes) served in teapots!
This is a sweet treat you don’t want to miss! 🍨 🩷 🫖
Bottomless ticket: £40
A drag show, afternoon tea and 90 minutes of bottomless teapot cocktails
Soft Drink ticket: £27
A drag show, afternoon tea and 90 minutes of bottomless soft or hot drinks
Mini brunch: £15
A drag show, a glass of Prosecco and a plate of nibbles
Saturday 17 January


Join us for Dragaoke — the ultimate night of glitter, glamour, and good vibes!
Sing your heart out, dance the night away, and sip on delicious drinks crafted to keep the party going. With fierce performers, high-energy karaoke, and a crowd that knows how to have fun, it’s the perfect place to let loose.
We’re open ’til late, so the celebration never has to end!
Sunday 18 January
Sunday Social details tbc
Wednesday 21 January


Thursday 22 January
Event tbc
Friday 23 January
Dragonfly cabarets deliver a glamorous night of dazzling performances, with food and drinks brought right to your table as you watch the show. With a sparkling atmosphere and nonstop entertainment, they’re the perfect place to relax, indulge, and enjoy the experience.
Line up coming soon!
Saturday 24 January
Where the TEA is served piping hot! 🫖 🍰
Join us for our 'Dragonfly Lounge Boozy Bottomless Drag Afternoon Tea', featuring live performances from amazing drag artists every week!
This is an afternoon tea with a twist of course…We’ll be serving sandwiches and scones, and you can enjoy selected bottomless cocktails (for 90 minutes) served in teapots!
This is a sweet treat you don’t want to miss! 🍨 🩷 🫖
Bottomless ticket: £40
A drag show, afternoon tea and 90 minutes of bottomless teapot cocktails
Soft Drink ticket: £27
A drag show, afternoon tea and 90 minutes of bottomless soft or hot drinks
Mini brunch: £15
A drag show, a glass of Prosecco and a plate of nibbles
Saturday 24 January


Join us for Dragaoke — the ultimate night of glitter, glamour, and good vibes!
Sing your heart out, dance the night away, and sip on delicious drinks crafted to keep the party going. With fierce performers, high-energy karaoke, and a crowd that knows how to have fun, it’s the perfect place to let loose.
We’re open ’til late, so the celebration never has to end!
Sunday 25 January
Drag is Punk 3
An irreverent, electric night at Dragonfly — in aid of Dragonfly’s Light Appeal
Get ready to rip up the rulebook. Drag Is Punk is a no-apologies, full-throttle celebration of queer creativity, alternative artistry, and joyful rebellion — all to help us keep Dragonfly shining.
We’re raising funds because our stars deserve to be seen in their full, blazing glory. Help us get our performers well lit — literally — by joining a night where glitter meets grit and nothing is too weird, wild, or wonderful.
Come to support, come to scream, come to shine.
Drag Is Punk. Be part of it.


What to expect:
The best artists from the alt world — drag creatures, punk poets, off-beat dancers, renegade musicians, and performers who refuse to fit inside any box
A warm, welcoming, and wildly supportive atmosphere where newcomers make friends fast
Irreverence, attitude, heart, and the kind of community vibe you can’t fake
Come for the chaos, stay for the camaraderie.
Thursday 29 January


A workshop + performance for absolutely everyone
Ever fancied yourself a poet—secretly, loudly, or somewhere in between? Poetry Is a Drag is your chance to step into the spotlight (heels optional!) and play with words in the most joyful, welcoming space around.shine.
Join a super-friendly group where creativity comes as you are. We’ll warm up with a relaxed poetry workshop—no experience needed, no pressure given—then bring the magic to life with an open, supportive performance session. Expect laughter, glitter, bold ideas, tender moments, and all the poetic chaos you can carry.
Whether you’re a seasoned word-slinger, a total beginner, or just drag-curious, all are welcome.
Come write, come perform, come shine.
Thursday 29 January


We're excited!!!!
Announcing our very first Drag competition... details to follow
Friday 30 January
Dragonfly cabarets deliver a glamorous night of dazzling performances, with food and drinks brought right to your table as you watch the show. With a sparkling atmosphere and nonstop entertainment, they’re the perfect place to relax, indulge, and enjoy the experience.
Line up coming soon!
Saturday 31 January
Where the TEA is served piping hot! 🫖 🍰
Join us for our 'Dragonfly Lounge Boozy Bottomless Drag Afternoon Tea', featuring live performances from amazing drag artists every week!
This is an afternoon tea with a twist of course…We’ll be serving sandwiches and scones, and you can enjoy selected bottomless cocktails (for 90 minutes) served in teapots!
This is a sweet treat you don’t want to miss! 🍨 🩷 🫖
Bottomless ticket: £40
A drag show, afternoon tea and 90 minutes of bottomless teapot cocktails
Soft Drink ticket: £27
A drag show, afternoon tea and 90 minutes of bottomless soft or hot drinks
Mini brunch: £15
A drag show, a glass of Prosecco and a plate of nibbles
Saturday 31 January


Join us for Dragaoke — the ultimate night of glitter, glamour, and good vibes!
Sing your heart out, dance the night away, and sip on delicious drinks crafted to keep the party going. With fierce performers, high-energy karaoke, and a crowd that knows how to have fun, it’s the perfect place to let loose.
We’re open ’til late, so the celebration never has to end!
February ... Coming Soon

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