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Top 4th July Costumes
The 4th of July has become a world-famous US holiday. This is likely due to the influence of American film and media around the world, as well as the fact that all those pesky aliens keep trying to take over the Earth every Independence Day. So how do us Brits celebrate the Fourth of July, especially considering that we’re the ones that they wanted independence from (and got, on that fateful day in 1776)? Do we snarl and snap at our American neighbours, never truly forgiving the young upstarts for... Read more...
Trooping the Colour
“Wait a second. I thought the Queen’s birthday was on 21st April. Why is it being celebrated now, on the second Saturday of June (that’s the 8th June 2019 this time round)?” We hear you ask. The answer is quite simple: monarchs have traditionally held their birthday celebrations in the summer, when the weather is usually nicer for parades, parties and many of the other good things in life. So, how does one celebrate the Queen’s Birthday? Well, the Queen usually spends her actual birthday privately, although the occasion is... Read more...
Top 10 Outfits for Pride 2019
Pride is the annual celebration of LGBT+ achievements and culture, as well as self-acceptance and legal rights. Pride events usually take place in late-June and early-July to commemorate the 1969 Stonewall Riots, which took place on 28th June, 1969 in the Greenwich Village neighbourhood of Manhattan, New York City. Whilst there was plenty of LGBT+ activism taking place throughout the 60s, the Stonewall Riots left a legacy, its impact felt across the world to this day. Although 28th June is the official start of Pride in many places, there are... Read more...
Cinco De Mayo
Cinco de Mayo, which literally translates as “Fifth of May” in Spanish, is an annual celebration held every May 5th to commemorate the Mexican Army’s victory over the French Empire at the Battle of Puebla. Cinco de Mayo is more often celebrated in the U.S. than in Mexico, and nowadays the day is more a celebration of Mexican-American culture. In Mexico, Cinco de Mayo is more ceremonial, where military parades and battle reenactments form the basis for most commemorations. Cinco de Mayo is not to be confused with Mexico’s Independence... Read more...
Celebrate National Superhero Day-28th April
National Superhero Day is approaching this month and falls on the 28th April. Here at Escapade we simply cannot wait! Thought up by the staff at Marvel Comics in 1995, the day was established for honouring both fictional and real-life superheroes and has been around for over 2 decades now. Read more...
Happy Chinese New Year!
Also known as Spring Festival and Lunar New Year, Chinese New Year is a big celebration festival among Chinese communities across the globe. Because it is based on the lunar and solar calendars, the date varies each year and is represented by one of the 12 animals of the Chinese Zodiac. This year will be the year of the pig! Heading down to London’s West End to celebrate?  With colourful parades, performances and displays taking place in and around China Town, you’re bound to have a good time. Whilst Chinese... Read more...
Burns Night 2019
Forget Dry January, at Escapade, we are always on a lookout for a party and what better way to cure the January blues than celebrate Burns Night! The annual Scottish extravaganza falls on the 25th Jan and calls for an excuse to dress up, drink whisky and eat Haggis, all in honor and celebration of Scotland’s national poet, Robert Burns of course. Read on for our top places to celebrate this year. Read more...
Bonfire Night 2018
Halloween may be over but that doesn't mean the fun has to stop because bonfire night is just around the corner and we cannot wait to huddle about with a hot chocolate and catch some spectacular displays.  Bonfire night officially falls on Monday 5th November and is also known as Guy Fawkes Night. It traditionally marks the anniversary of the end of the plot to blow up the Houses of Parliament and is now celebrated throughout the country. Not sure on where to catch them? Here's a round up of our favourite displays. Read more...
Top Halloween Parties for 2018
Halloween is just around the corner, how will you celebrate? Stuck on ideas on what to do? We suggest partying the night away at London's best club nights, or even better if your abroad, we have some fab destination ideas for you too! Read on to discover the best parties and venues in town! Read more...
Escapade's Guide to Halloween: Top Events in London
The days are getting darker and spookier for Halloween is just around the corner which means there are lots of frightfully exciting things to look forward to. If you fear you’re too old for trick or treating or have little ones that are too young to stay out all night long then fear not. There are plenty of fun ways in which you can still get involved with this spooktacular season. Whether you want to do something chilled and relaxed with your kids or you wish to fully dress up... Read more...
Grab your Lederhosen, Let's Celebrate Oktoberfest
Oktoberfest is the world’s largest Volksfest (beer festival and travelling funfair), which takes place annually in Munich running from mid to late September until the first week of October.  The original event was held in 1810, however, over the years it has gradually turned into a world worldwide phenomenon celebrating Bavarian Culture and beer of course. This means lots of fancy dress fun so read on for some fun costume suggestions. Read more...
Freshers' Week- 15 Affordable Fancy Dress Ideas Under £15
Freshers’ Week is around the corner, and although it’s universally called Freshers’ Week, it’s more like 2 weeks of non-stop partying, meeting new people and dressing up! That’s right Freshers’ week is known for themed parties and fancy dress clubbing. We know it’s like to be a student and living on a shoestring budget ain't always easy, so we have decided to put together some great fancy dress buys for under £15.  No matter what the theme we have something for you so there’s absolutely no excuse why you shouldn’t... Read more...