Apparently there’s a big wedding taking place this weekend. We know that many of you can’t be bothered going to Windsor to wave a flag; neither can we! So, why not try one of these quirky celebratory events instead…
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Celebrate Cinco de Mayo at a vintage underground bar
Celebrate the 70th birthday of the Margarita cocktail and Mexico’s Cinco de Mayo at a vintage underground bar in London on 5th May…
A Wolf Safari and grotesque mime at Brighton Fringe
Brighton Fringe 2018 will take place from 4th May to 3rd June with more than 4000 performances at 155 venues across the city…
Attend a house warming with an artistic twist
This week, an unusual installation will be popping up in Soho, London. Mrs and Mr Bateman is an art, fashion and interiors installation, located in the heart of one of London’s most original and eccentric areas…
Quirky talks, classes and workshops for Spring
Looking for something a bit different to do with your spare time? Dying to learn a new skill or take on a quirky craft? Then take a look at our round-up of talks, classes and workshops coming up this Spring…
Get your taste buds ready for a Craft Beer Battle
On Sunday 6th May, Public in Woolwich will be turned into a craft beer arena, where breweries from all over the world will go head-to-head in the ultimate battle of the beer…
Hidden gems and microbreweries on the Real Ale Trail
The Real Ale Trail runs every Spring and Autumn across Wales and the Wirral, allowing participants to visit rural pubs and enjoy some decent beer. So, if you like real ale and fancy a day out, why not catch the trail bus?
Music and macabre marionettes at The May Fayre
This May, Handel & Hendrix in London will be hosting an evening of live music, theatrical performances and interactive activities, to celebrate a forgotten part of London history…
The best Easter events for adults in 2018
That gloriously long Easter weekend is almost upon us and to help you prepare for some quirky fun, we at Contrary Life have put together a round-up of the more unusual events happening this year…
The Anti-Diet Riot Club in London
Londoner Becky Young is launching the Anti-Riot Diet Club in a bid to fight back against the damage that ‘diet culture’ can do and spread the message about the body positivity movement that saved her…
Try some Hip Hop Karaoke in Shoreditch
London institution Hip Hop Karaoke will be hosting an International Women’s Day special on 8th March, at the home of their weekly Thursday night residency, the Queen of Hoxton in Shoreditch…
Get It Off Your Breasts at a discussion with a difference in London
Join journalist Emma Gannon and radio host Lliana Bird, on Thursday 8th March, for a female-led round table discussion with a difference, at Hoxton Square Bar & Kitchen…
Artificial Intelligence and sexism in the spotlight at The Book Club
The Book Club in London will be hosting a special 4th Estate Literary Salon on Monday 5th March, discussing sexism and Artificial Intelligence…
A different take on the Winter Olympics in London
The Winter Olympics are well under way and to celebrate QUEENS in London will be hosting their very own ice triathlon this Friday, challenging teams in quirky sporting events…
Make sweet music in London
Perk up the winter months by letting a little music into your life, as Hoxton Sqaure Bar and Kitchen in London hosts some quirky musical events…