All events, festivals, and things to do in London
Cross-disciplinary festival at Rich Mix featuring dance, theatre, music, live art including dub and bass innovators Graffiti Bodies, Nigerian theatre on totemism, and anime-infused dance-theatre.
Rich Mix
Movie theater · 4.5 ★
TfL has updated its free Art Map for the first time in a decade, featuring permanent commissions installed since 2016. To celebrate, free talks are taking place across Underground stations on Sunday March 8.
Charing Cross
Subway station · 4.2 ★
Candlelight tribute concert featuring stunning performances of Adele's most beloved songs in an intimate candlelit setting. The event takes place at two venues: The Great Hall - Barts North Wing on March 14 and Central Hall Westminster on April 4. Rated 4.53 and 4.69 stars respectively with hundreds of reviews praising the atmospheric performances.
The Great Hall
Point of interest · 4.9 ★
A limited-time pop-up shop celebrating Harry Styles' new album 'Kiss All The Time. Disco, Occasionally.' Visitors can listen to the full album, experience special activations, and shop exclusive merchandise including hoodies, hats, tote bags, towels, socks, shirts, and clocks. The pop-up is a global event with 16 locations worldwide, with London specifically at 133-135 Bethnal Green Road. American Express cardholders receive early access, exclusive items, and a dedicated checkout area.
133-135 Bethnal Grn Rd
Subpremise
Co-leading the 2026 Olivier Awards nominations with Paddington, this Sondheim classic revival is praised for its sharp wit and stellar performances, making it a must-see for theatre enthusiasts amid high anticipation.
Into the Woods
24 Mar · Bridge Theatre
Leading the nominations for the 2026 Olivier Awards alongside Into the Woods, this family-friendly adaptation has captured widespread acclaim for its charm and theatrical innovation. It's generating significant buzz as a top contender in London's theatre scene.
Paddington the Musical
5 Oct · Savoy Theatre
The classic 1987 film comes to life in a specially reconceived stage production at the new 676-seat Capital Theatre in Westfield London. Written by Eleanor Bergstein, the show has been redesigned by director Federico Bellone for more intimate and immersive staging. Tickets start at £103.
Capital Theatre
Dirty Dancing: The Classic Story on Stage
2 Nov · Capital Theatre
Forty Hall in Enfield hosts its annual Lambing Weekend, where visitors can get close to newborn lambs (including rare breeds like Lincoln Longwool, Boreray, Jacob, Manx Loaghtan and Norfolk Horns), watch falconry displays, meet pigs, cows and goats, and enjoy honey from on-site bees. The event features vintage fairground rides, Morris dancing, and food from Punjabi Shack, Limeface and Pizzagig, plus drinks from New River Brewery and organic wine from Forty Hall's own vineyard.
Forty Hall Farm
Farm · 4.3 ★
UK rap star Dave performs four shows at the O2 Arena as part of his Boy Who Played the Harp Tour, supporting his third studio album. Support act is American rap group Lost Boys.
MURKAGE DAVE
19 Mar · Village Underground
Icelandic singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Laufey performs two huge shows at the O2 Arena as part of her A Matter of Time Tour. Support comes from Alice Phoebe Lou.
Laufey: A Matter of Time Tour
8 Mar · The O2
One of the original Broadway stars of Hamilton, Leslie Odom Jr (who won a Tony for Best Actor in a Musical), is joining the West End production for the first time. He will reprise his role as Aaron Burr at Victoria Palace Theatre this summer.
Victoria Palace Theatre
Hamilton
11 Jul · Victoria Palace Theatre
Powerful story of courage, identity, and living your truth at Marylebone Theatre. A resonant production running through April, drawing attention for its themes.
Marylebone Theatre
Performing arts theater · 4.6 ★
Soaring musical of first loves and fresh starts at Kiln Theatre. Highlighted as a key opening with emotional resonance and buzz in theatre rundowns.
Kiln Theatre
Terrifying new horror play filled with dread, jump scares, and tension at Southwark Playhouse Borough. Promises a chilling late-winter experience, noted in multiple top lists.
Southwark Playhouse Borough
New musical inspired by Claude Monet’s life, letters, and work, starring Jeff Shankley and Dean John-Wilson at Charing Cross Theatre. A powerful history musical generating interest.
Charing Cross Theatre
A Mirrored Monet
22 Apr · Charing Cross Theatre
The adults-only cult favourite musical returns to the Shaftesbury Theatre with its naughty mix of humans and puppets, infectious songs, and humour. A mischievous West End hit revival.
Shaftesbury Theatre
Avenue Q
7 May · Shaftesbury Theatre
A bold new take on Maxim Gorky’s classic at the National Theatre's Olivier Theatre, starring Alex Lawther, Doon Mackichan, and others. Explores middle-class upheaval, highlighted as a heavyweight revival.
National Theatre
Performing arts theater · 4.7 ★
Rosamund Pike headlines Suzie Miller’s compelling legal drama, transferring to the West End after a smash-hit National Theatre run at Wyndham’s Theatre. Noted for its critical acclaim and star power.
Wyndham's Theatre
Inter Alia
2 May · Wyndham's Theatre