All events, festivals, and things to do in London
The first major UK exhibition dedicated to the legendary Italian fashion house. It showcases iconic designs, including collaborations with Salvador Dalí.
Victoria Road Stadium
An exhibition of personal portraits by the acclaimed artist Paula Rego at Victoria Miro. This show offers an intimate look at the storytelling power of one of Britain's most significant contemporary painters.
Victoria Park London
Clint Dyer directs a powerful, fresh revival of this countercultural classic at the Old Vic. Featuring a stellar cast including Aaron Pierre and Olivia Williams, it offers a compelling new perspective on the iconic story.
The Old Vic
Mon 18 May
A vibrant neighbourhood festival celebrating London's underground jazz scene. It features genre-blending performances across 12 stages in East London.
Brick Lane Jazz Festival
Live music venue
A seasonal celebration featuring over 100,000 tulips blooming across the historic gardens of Hampton Court Palace. It is a quintessential spring event in London.
Hampton Court
Sat 13 Jun
A vibrant celebration of the Sikh New Year in Trafalgar Square, featuring processions, folk music, and cultural performances. It is one of London's most lively free cultural festivals.
Trafalgar Theatre
Performing arts theater · 4.6 ★
The acclaimed dance troupe brings their latest high-energy production to the West End. Known for their precision and storytelling, this show is a major draw for dance fans.
The London Palladium
Shakespeare's Globe kicks off its open-air season with an uplifting, joyful production of this beloved comedy. Directed by Emily Lim, it promises a vibrant start to the summer theatre calendar.
Globe Theatre, Shakespeare's Globe
Sat 4 Jul
A one-day comedy festival at the Soho Theatre celebrating women, trans, non-binary, and queer comedians of colour. It aims to nurture new talent while providing a night of laughter.
Bridge Theatre
Fri 21 Aug
A provocative and penetrating array of non-fiction films hosted across several London cinemas. The festival showcases 125 films from 31 countries, highlighting the best in global documentary filmmaking.
Barbican Theatre
A celebration of documentary film for cinephiles and storytellers, taking place across multiple venues in London. It is a key event for those interested in non-fiction cinema.
Open City
Non profit organization · 4.1 ★
Interactive mess-free science experience for children aged 6+. Features hands-on experiments guided by a 'mad scientist' character, including slime experiments and dry ice displays.
Glaziers Hall
Event venue · 4.6 ★
A major West End revival of the rock musical, featuring Sam Ryder in his West End debut. This production brings the acclaimed open-air staging indoors for a high-energy, theatrical experience.
West End
Administrative area level 4
The legendary electronic act returns to London for a high-energy double-header at Wembley Arena. Known for their intense live shows, this is a must-see for fans of the genre.
OVO Arena Wembley
Sat 25 Apr
An intimate, candlelit classical music experience held in a hidden loft in Shoreditch. The event features world-class musicians and a BYOB policy for a relaxed, unique atmosphere.
Shoreditch Treehouse
Event venue · 4.8 ★
A citywide celebration of video games featuring talks, workshops, and live performances. Highlights include the Games For Change Summit and the 'New Game Plus' showcase at Exhibition White City.
Exhibition White City
Event venue · 3.8 ★
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
The acclaimed indie-folk band performs a series of highly anticipated shows in London. Known for their raw, emotive songwriting, these concerts are a must-see for fans of contemporary alternative music.
O2 Academy Brixton
Thu 23 Apr