This weekend marks the last Bank Holiday of 2024, so why not head to Croydon and make the most of it?

With the final long weekend before we dive into autumn, there are plenty of activities to enjoy in Croydon.

Whether you're looking for excitement, relaxation, or something in between, we've rounded up six top things to do in Croydon before everyone returns to their busy routines.

Costa del Croydon

Those unwilling to drive out of London to spend a few hours at a beach can simply enjoy Croydon’s new seaside experience.

Costa del Croydon is a beach rooftop experience on Centrale’s top floor.

The beach experience is free entrance for anyone, and includes a massive sandpit, hammocks, a splash zone, human-sized board games, and great foods and drinks.

The beach experience has been open all month, but will close on Wednesday (August 28), so this is your last chance to enjoy Costa del Croydon.

Costa del Croydon is open throughout the Bank Holiday weekend with two sessions daily: 11:30am – 3pm and 3:30pm – 7:30pm, featuring a mix of free and paid activities.

Oxygen Freejumping 

At Oxygen Freejumping in Croydon, you can enjoy a variety of activities in the air.

You can jump on 60 interconnected trampolines, play an exhilarating game of dodgeball, or slam-dunk basketball by bouncing high in the sky.

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Oxygen Freejumping is at The Colonnades on Purley Way. 

It's open every day from 9am to 6pm. 

Fun House

For a more grown-up night out, this cocktail bar truly lives up to its name.

Enjoy dancing, board games, beer pong, ping pong, and even an adult ball pit.

Plus, you can dive into arcades, bingo, pizza, popcorn, table tennis, and a soundtrack of 1990s hits.

One Google reviewer said: “You get what it says on the tin, a house of fun. In addition to the adult-sized ball pit, there are multiple games including giant connect four, table tennis, pool, and beer (or a drink of your choice) pong. The staff and the service is amazing.

“Everyone was extremely welcoming and friendly but special shout out to Vincent the manager and Bradley, who makes a lovely cocktail.

“DJ arrives at 10pm and plays all the tunes. 

“Very good and positive vibes here.”

The House of Fun is open only on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday.

It’s open from 10pm to 4am on Thursday, and 7pm to 4am on Friday and Saturday.

Wandle Park

For nature lovers and those who prefer lowkey, Wandle Park is an 8.5-hectare popular town centre park.

Wandle Park has many things to enjoy, like a creative play area, rose and community gardens, a trim trail, a skate park, a kids' play area, and a bandstand.

It's beautifully located by the Wandle River and is easily reached via the nearby Wandle Park tram station.

The Wandle Park Community Garden is a friendly spot for growing flowers and food.

Boxpark

Boxpark is Croydon's pop-up restaurant hub that serves a wide variety of food, from steaks to burgers, Argentinian to Taiwanese, and sweets to savouries.

There are even celebrity marks at Boxpark.

In 2023, YouTubers the Sidemen opened up their chicken restaurant Sides at Boxpark too. 

Boxpark is a great place for you to enjoy breakfast, lunch, or dinner with friends and families this Bank Holiday weekend.

Exciting Escapes

Exciting Escapes is an Escape Room Experience at Grants Entertainment Centre.

For those who enjoy an exciting and immersive experience, then Exciting Escapes is a place to try.

One reviewer said that the experience was “creepy and definitely stretches the brain cells".

Exciting Escapes is open between 1pm and 10pm on weekdays, 10.30am to 10pm on Saturdays, and 10.30am to 8.30pm on Sundays.