All events, festivals, and things to do in London
One of the biggest vintage markets in the US, dubbed a 'cult shopping event' by Vogue, coming to London for the first time. The fair has run in LA and New York for 15 years, with the likes of Ariana Grande, Chappell Roan and celebrity stylists shopping its curated selection of rare clothes and accessories from Victorian era through to the 2000s. Fashion houses like Saint Laurent, Valentino and Dior also source inspiration here.
18.01 LONDON LTD
Clothing store · 4.3 ★
Vibrant Latin night at Bola 8 featuring old school beats for dancing. A pool lounge party generating energy with classic Latin music.
Bola 8 - The Pool Lounge
Sports bar · 4.2 ★
Monthly comedy night featuring the cvntiest, funniest, and hottest acts on the circuit. Pay-what-you-can event promising iconic and humble comedians.
Queer Britain
Museum · 4.8 ★
Acclaimed Disney musical with breathtaking puppetry, music, and visuals bringing the savanna to life. A perennial favorite selling out shows regularly.
Lyceum Theatre
Disney's The Lion King
12 Apr · Lyceum Theatre
Long-running hit musical retelling the untold story of the witches of Oz, with powerhouse vocals and spectacular production. Continues to sell fast as a West End staple.
Wicked
20 May · Apollo Victoria Theatre
High-energy roller-skating musical spectacle running in London, known for its thrilling performances and catchy songs. A West End favorite drawing crowds with unique staging.
Starlight Express
4 Apr · Troubadour Wembley Park Theatre
Eagerly awaited debut of Michael Bond's timeless tale of the beloved bear from Peru on the London stage. A family-friendly musical bringing British national treasure Paddington to theatre.
Savoy Theatre
Paddington the Musical
11 Feb · Savoy Theatre
Joyful final exhibition at OOF Gallery in Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, first dedicated to acclaimed street photographer Roger Mayne’s portrayals of street football as a kids' game on concrete.
OOF Gallery
Art gallery · 4.8 ★
Final days of this unsettling exhibition at Whitechapel Gallery, a sinister fairytale maze of painted cardboard panels depicting animals in gory scenes addressing Gaza war, California wildfires, and police brutality.
Whitechapel Gallery
Art gallery · 4.3 ★ · $$$
Support over 40 black-owned indie businesses at The Department Store in Brixton, featuring Caribbean street food, books, handmade accessories, African art, Black Legacy Cards, and ethical skincare.
The Harold Pinter Theatre
Europe’s largest fair for independent artists and designers at Chelsea Town Hall, showcasing over 10,000 artworks including rumored celebrity pieces. Features electronic music soundtrack and De Ritz bar; affordable direct-from-artist purchases with no commission.
Chelsea Old Town Hall
City hall · 4.6 ★
A special screening of 'Broken English', the new film about Marianne Faithfull, followed by a star-studded tribute concert featuring Jarvis Cocker, Beth Orton, Anna Calvi, and Rufus Wainwright performing her songs. Actor Samantha Morton will also read a poem. The event takes place at the Barbican on March 18, with performances starting at 7pm after the screening.
Barbican Theatre
The Year of the Fire Horse celebrations continue with London's massive annual Chinese New Year parade, the biggest outside Asia. The parade kicks off at 10am from near Trafalgar Square, processing up Charing Cross Road to Shaftesbury Avenue, with lion dances through Chinatown's streets including Gerrard Street and Lisle Street. Performances and activities run across Leicester Square and Trafalgar Square until 5.30pm.
Chinatown
Market · 4.5 ★
Leading UK event for Executive Assistants and PAs at ExCeL London, with exhibitions, networking and CPD-accredited conferences on AI, tech and business skills. Final day promises high attendance and industry buzz.
ExCeL
Evening festival at University of East London with arts, music and cultural activities under the stars. Buzzing event for young creatives and nightlife seekers.
University of East London
University · 4 ★
Extended evening access to the Florence Nightingale Museum, featuring special exhibits on nursing pioneer. Popular monthly event drawing history buffs and late-night visitors.
Florence Nightingale Museum
Museum · 4.4 ★
Guided tour of Chiswick House's new community and creative campus, showcasing architectural and cultural developments. A top event for history and design lovers on February 26.
Chiswick House and Gardens
Tourist attraction · 4.6 ★
Leo Green's sax-driven party event featuring surprise performances and high-energy vibes. Selling fast due to its exclusive, buzzworthy nature in London's nightlife scene.
Leo Green Presents: The Secret Sax Party
28 Aug · One Ninety Four