All events, festivals, and things to do in London
Rebecca Lucy Taylor (Self Esteem) leads the 50th-anniversary revival of David Hare’s gritty play about the 1960s rock dream's collapse at the Duke of York’s Theatre. Punky revival highlighted across multiple sources for its buzz.
Duke of Yorks Theatre
Teeth 'n' Smiles
2 May · Duke of Yorks Theatre
Michael Sheen stars as the Stage Manager in a Welsh National Theatre production of Thornton Wilder's 'Our Town' at Rose Theatre Kingston. The production features an all-Welsh cast and runs until March 28, 2026.
Rose Theatre
Pop icon Kesha brings high-energy party vibes to Brixton Academy for back-to-back nights, generating huge fan excitement.
Brixton Storeys
KESHA - THE TITS OUT TOUR
17 Mar · O2 Academy Brixton
One of London's oldest music venues, the Half Moon in Putney, reopens after a major refurbishment. The 250-capacity venue has existed since 1903 and began hosting live music in 1963, with historic performances by The Rolling Stones, The Who, Kate Bush (her first-ever live performance in 1977), Elvis Costello and Ed Sheeran. The revamp includes a new terrace with retractable roof and spiral staircase.
Half Moon
Pub · 4.5 ★ · $$
Pop's sharpest tongue commands the London Palladium with a residency of raw, sharp-edged confessions, touring successful album 'West End Girl' with brutally honest verses from tracks like 'Pussy Palace' and 'Madeline'.
The London Palladium
Lily Allen
27 Jun · The O2
Major exhibition of the Japanese master's woodblock prints, including 'The Great Wave'. Curated with rare loans, it's lauded for revealing his 90-year evolution. Buzz from art critics calling it unmissable.
The British Museum
Museum · 4.7 ★
Taylor Swift returns to London for additional dates on her record-breaking Eras Tour, featuring hits from all eras with stunning visuals and surprises. Tickets are selling out in minutes, generating massive fan buzz worldwide. A cultural phenomenon not to be missed.
Wembley Stadium
The Japanese king of spangly, summery jazz fusion headlines a new London music festival called City Pop Waves at Crystal Palace Bowl. The legendary Tokyo-born guitarist will play a special extended two-hour show, with keyboardist Himiko Kikuchi also performing her 1987 masterpiece 'Flying Beagle' in full.
Crystal Palace Bowl
South London singer RAYE is playing a six-date residency at the O2 Arena - her biggest London shows yet. The tour supports her upcoming sophomore album 'This Music May Contain Hope' (out end of March). The shows have received rave reviews, with Rolling Stone calling it 'an arena show which effortlessly segues between the bold and the intimate'.
RAYE - THIS TOUR MAY CONTAIN NEW MUSIC
20 May · The O2
A candlelit concert performing the Bridgerton soundtrack entirely on strings at Central Hall Westminster, a Grade II-listed hall. Part of a full Bridgerton-themed day out including St. James's Park, afternoon tea at St. Ermin's Hotel, and cocktails at The Library Bar.
Central Hall Westminster
Convention center · 4.6 ★
Member preview day with introductory talk at National Gallery. Exhibition celebrating George Stubbs' legacy.
The National Gallery
Art museum · 4.8 ★
Brand-new site-specific production for the 40th anniversary with music by Andrew Lloyd Webber. Thrilling steam-powered adventure on skates at Troubadour Wembley.
Troubadour Wembley Park Theatre
Starlight Express
28 Mar · Troubadour Wembley Park Theatre
Intimate evenings of live music from talented musicians in a stylish, historic setting.
Raffles London at The OWO
Hotel · 4.7 ★
Long-standing family favourite musical bewitching audiences with its magical story and songs.
Apollo Victoria Theatre
Wicked
15 Aug · Apollo Victoria Theatre
Great talks and workshops throughout the month celebrating women, including tours like National Gallery's International Women's Day Tour.
Southbank Centre
Cultural center · 4.5 ★
International Stand Up Comedy, Covent Garden
12 Nov · Comedy Carnival Covent Garden
Spellbinding production with magical surprises from the world's favourite wizard, captivating audiences in the West End.
Palace Theatre
Harry Potter and the Cursed Child - Parts 1 & 2 Wed 14:00 & 19:00
11 Mar · Palace Theatre
Spectacular musical where Henry VIII’s six wives take to the stage to tell their stories in a bold, empowering performance.
Vaudeville Theatre
SIX The Musical
18 Oct · Vaudeville Theatre
Award-winning stage adaptation of Roald Dahl’s much-loved book, delighting audiences with its hilarious tale and spectacular performances.
Cambridge Theatre
Matilda The Musical
10 Jan · Cambridge Theatre