Articles about London

“The Future is Now Part II: Re/Form~ation” is an innovative exhibition delving into the profound dialogue between material and form. The group exhibition showcases how artmaking can challenge outdated paradigms and transform everyday objects into powerful artistic expressions. "The Woman" by Asiko,...

In a world gone mad for viral pastries and crossbreeding croissants with everything – seriously, there's a hybrid croissant/döner abomination called a cröner roaming the continent now, and if that doesn't make you question where humanity went wrong, nothing will – it's hard for a humble Mars bar to...

Cazcabel Tequila has teamed up with London's favourite Mexican restaurant and bar, La Bodega Negra, to bring you an unbeatable Tacos & Tequila deal in celebration of National Tequila Day on 24 July. The deal is valid from Tuesday, 23 July, to Sunday, 28 July, and can be enjoyed at La Bodega Negr...

Following on from their sold-out relaunch event at Easter, the legendary multi-award winning, 90's LGBTQ+ club night, Love Muscle XX, celebrates its birthday with a hotly anticipated return to its spiritual home of the Electric Brixton's high octane club setting (formerly the iconic Fridge Night Clu...

ExCeL London is unveiling Immerse LDN, the UK's largest immersive entertainment district, set to open in August 2024. This new purpose-built space spans over 160,000 square feet and will feature world-class immersive experiences. Spread across multiple venues, the Immerse LDN district will feature e...

Coal Drops Yard in King's Cross is home to Wine Car Boot, taking place this Saturday, 20 July, between 12-9 pm. Independent wine retailers, importers, and producers set up stalls from their car boots or dedicated spaces so that you can taste and purchase a curated selection of wines, which can be en...

Visit Walthamstow's Big Penny Social and experience the charm of a traditional British beach town. Until early September, the courtyard of the UK's largest beer hall is being transformed into 'Walthamstow-on-Sea', complete with its very own sandy cove.  Relax in deck chairs, unwind in beach hut...

Indulge in Italy's finest cuisine at this weekend's Taste of Eataly Festival. Your ticket includes tokens to spend at various stalls and bars scattered throughout the huge venue, where vendors showcase a wide variety of tasty Italian treats. This year, a very special lineup of dishes and drinks will...

Experience the flavours of New Orleans and the soulful sounds of jazz at the Design District's Rhythm & Taste: Jazz & Food Festival this Saturday.  Feast on sweetcorn fritters, Jambalaya hot dogs, and cherry rum punch while exploring the nearby Greenwich Peninsula Market, which features...

Camden Market is celebrating its 50th anniversary with a summer-long series of events open to all. Over the next three months, they'll commemorate this half-a-century milestone via various pop-up events spanning art, fashion, music, and culture, many of which are free to the public. The festivities...

Unleashing a summer of fun, London Dock – a growing riverside neighbourhood in Wapping – will give a round of a-paws to its furry friends with an exciting community day and free dog show on Saturday 3rd August 2024, from 11 am – 2pm.  Calling all fur-tastic friends and their paw-some humans for...

Returning for its third year, the Big London tattoo Show promises another round of packed crowds, inked masterpieces, and a welcoming, family-friendly atmosphere. The Big London Tattoo Show is more than just a tattoo convention. Sure, the event will highlight the skills of 450 top international tatt...

The Midcentury Interiors Market bring some of the leading Midcentury interiors traders to a new venue in Camden. With furniture, art, lighting, homewares and more, there is sure to be something to appeal to every Midcentury connoisseur.  Taking place at the Camden School for Girls from 11am to...

A new survey has ranked major cities around the world according to the number of museums, theatres, concerts, galleries, and other cultural venues and attractions they feature. The analysis took in data on 40 major cities worldwide, from Melbourne and Cape Town to Samarkand and Santa Fe, including o...

2024 is a banner year for sports fans, with major sports events lined up throughout the summer. The excitement is set to peak from 26 July to 11 August, when the Paris Olympic Games take place, and 28 August to 11 September, when The Paralympics get underway in Paris, showcasing some of the best ath...

Every Saturday from 13th July–17th August, immerse yourself in the perfect blend of music, nature, and community spirit. Grand Union's Summer Live Music Sessions promise to be the highlight of your weekends, offering a unique and enchanting atmosphere by its narrowboat Pavo - a café serving deliciou...

French politics have been all over the news lately, mostly for worrying reasons, so a holiday commemorating one of the country's most historic events is coming at an opportune time. And while Bastille Day might not be a thing on our side of the Channel, we'll still gladly take any excuse to enjoy so...

Across five weekends this summer, Battersea Park and surrounding areas have hosted a series of activities and entertainment suitable for all ages, ranging from live performances and creative workshops to a dog show and more. The festival is drawing to a close with a weekend dedicated to sports and m...

Popular Taiwanese street-food joint Mr Bao is joining forces with some of its Peckham friends for an Avengers-style team-up – but with food and drinks instead of, er, spandex and sky beams. Taking place for one weekend only, the Peckham Weekender brings together some of the area's hypest eateries in...

Battersea Power Station's Lift 109 will mark National Tequila Day 2024 with special tequila tasting events at the top of the landmark building's north-west chimney. Credits: Joshua AtkinsPart of the Lift 109 Lates after-hours series, the Sky High Tequila will take place on Wednesday 24th and Thursda...

For PRIDE 2024, Crosstown has partnered with British chef, author, and TV presenter John Whaite to create their first-ever PRIDE flavour. Together, they have created the Passion Fruit & Coconut Rainbow Scroll, and for every one sold, 50p will be donated to akt, a charity supporting LGBTQIA+ youn...

The Greenwich+Docklands International Festival is an annual summer event, bringing public spaces across the Greenwich Peninsula and the London Docklands to life with an array of outdoor performances and installations. All of the events are free, though you can make a donation to support the festival...

The National Theatre's River Stage is back on the South Bank, offering a month-long extravaganza of outdoor live music, dance, performance, workshops, and entertainment. During weekend evenings, an exciting lineup of performances will grace the stage right in front of the theatre. Look forward to sp...

Discover your freedom through movement at a contemporary dance class this Sunday, July 7, enhanced by enchanting live music played by a string quartet, ranging from classical to modern. The class is perfect for beginners and those curious to explore something fun and creative.  This invigoratin...

Internationally acclaimed DJ and producer Michael Bibi is set for his historic "One Life" show at Finsbury Park this weekend. The show marks a significant milestone following his victorious battle against CNS Lymphoma. On July 6, Bibi's performance will break records with 45,000 attendees, making "O...

The Idler Festival at Fenton House in Hampstead is a festival of creativity and culture featuring some great comedians, writers, musicians, and philosophers. The festival will take over Fenton House, a stunning 17th-century mansion tucked away in Hampstead, usually managed by the National Trust. Ove...

That Gay Creation is putting on a free queer party this Sunday at Dalston Roofpark, Queer Weekender Festival. This open-air party will celebrate diversity, inclusivity and love in a safe, welcoming space. DJs will spin tunes on the decks, and music and community will come together to celebrate love...

London is brimming with great places to get plant-based food, including vegan incarnations of dishes like pizza, burgers, and fish and chips. Animal protection charity PETA has put together a new list of the best places to get vegan fish and chips up and down the country and London has come in stron...

If you've already read our guide to lavender fields, you'll know there are several picturesque lavender fields you can wander through within easy reach of the capital. The earth in this area is particularly chalky, making it ideal for growing lavender. If you fancy strolling through floral fields an...

Winners of 'South Coast Comedian of the Year' (2022), British Comedian of the Year Semi-Finalist, 'Best Newcomer' at the Musical Comedy Awards (2021), and 'Circuit Breakers' at Leicester Comedy Festival (2022), Simon and Aaron are Plastic Jeezus, a deadpan musical comedy duo performing side-splittin...

Everleaf, an award-winning non-alcoholic aperitif brand, has partnered with Forest plant stores to host flower-filled creative workshops in London this July, inviting cocktail enthusiasts to connect with nature.  The events, held on 24th July at Forest East Dulwich and 31st July at Forest Deptf...

Comedian, actor, and writer Kate-Lois Elliott  will preview her Edinburgh Fringe debut 'How To Belong Without Joining A Cult' in Soho on 13th July.  The show centres around the true story of Kate's family, who were brought up in a secretive cult until her mum escaped as a teenager. One generati...

It's been a scorcher in London over the last couple of days and we can't blame you if your mind is turning towards ice cream. If you're looking for a gourmet treat to help cool you down, head to Dulwich and visit Fabulous Ice Fires. This local gelato bar has just been ranked as one of the best in th...

North London Hospice is introducing North London's first Wild in Art trail in 2024. The Big Fun Art Adventure will run for eight weeks in late summer, showcasing over 30 five-foot-tall Owl sculptures, painted by professional and emerging artists. Additionally, smaller Owl sculptures decorated by loc...

Discuss, debate, and share your own words at Extra Second London, a monthly spoken word night with a specific theme each time. The June event takes place on 29th June with the evocative theme of Love & Death. The event has featured poets sharing their own work on the theme, as well as open mic s...

The sun is finally out in London and it's the ideal weather for a neighbourhood street party. The Andover Arms in Hammersmith, a cosy and much-loved local pub, is hosting its own street party on 29th June and it's a celebration of gin and tonic. This popular pub will be offering a choice of more tha...

Sir John Soane's Museum is a renowned museum in Holborn, based in the home of the neo-classical architect and packed with fascinating artwork, models, and antiquities. There's a special Soane Late event on 28th June, celebrating Pride Month by exploring objects with LGBTQ+ connections within the div...

Back in February we brought you news about the mysterious and sudden closure of Beigel Shop, the yellow-fronted bakery that's part of an infamous beigel rivalry. The news made national headlines, with a repossession order appearing on the shop's door but later being replaced with a note. However, on...

Bombay Delight is a contemporary Indian restaurant in Wimbledon that's putting a spin on things by offering an exclusive menu for the upcoming Wimbledon tennis tournament. The restaurant will serve a one-off Tennis and Tandoor menu and deck the restaurant out with tennis-themed decorations to fuel y...

If a heaping portion of pasta is your idea of a good time, there's a food festival happening in July that'll be right up your alley. Emilia's Summer Pasta Festival at the Canary Wharf branch of Emilia's Crafted Pasta was a huge hit last year, with more than 2,500 pasta-loving attendees joining in th...

The wine bar and kitchen Carousel in Fitzrovia has again assembled an enviable line-up of culinary talent from around the world for July, including the chefs from one of CDMX's most stunning restaurants, a Colombian chef with a Michelin star-studded CV, and one of the best restaurants in Latin Ameri...

As we're all well aware of by now, the UK has a general election coming up on 4th July, and millions across the country will probably be pulling an all-nighter to watch the results as they come in. If you want the experience to be a bit more special than staying up on the sofa with coffee and snacks...

Taking place on the Kew Green, Kew Fete is a free-to-enter event run by local volunteers with the aim of raising funds for local charities.  The one-day event brings together the local community for a day of family-friendly fun and relaxation in the sun, with more than 100 vendors setting up th...

You can check out work by talented local artists in June, and even buy new pieces for your home, with an exhibition at Candid Arts Trust. This arts centre just around the corner from Angel tube station is launching its annual Summer Salon exhibition with an opening event on 20th June, with the show...

Head south of the river and you'll find yourself in what every Londoner refers to as South London - it's as simple as that. This part of the city is renowned for its diverse dining scene, offering everything from authentic Caribbean eateries and bustling markets to Michelin-starred restaurants and v...

Auguste Rodin is renowned as one of the greatest sculptors of all time, and a new exhibition in the heart of the capital gives you the chance to see works from throughout his entire career. “Faces and Fables: Rodin's Portraiture, Great Commissions, Mythology, and Sculptural Innovations” runs between...

Tucked away in a railway arch in Leyton, Decatur is known for its decadent Southern American seafood boil delivery, as well as for taking advantage of the summer weather to throw immensely popular Arch Parties, where they serve their authentic delicacies straight from the kitchen. This Saturday, the...

Love it, hate it, Tolerate It – Call It What You Want, it's undeniable Taylor Swift Hits Different. The accomplished musician has taken success and fame to unprecedented new levels, Bigger Than the Whole Sky. The UK leg of her record-breaking Eras Tour is projected to boost the country's economy by...

The UK's biggest Japanese food and culture festival, Hyper Japan, returns to London in July, and is a must-visit for anyone who has a love for Japan. This year's event takes place at Olympia London between 19th and 21st July, with a huge range of exciting vendors and events throughout the entire thr...

It's no secret that London is home to some of the top restaurants in the world, and the best part is it's constantly evolving with brand new places to grab a bite. If you find yourself in Central London and want to check out the latest dining spots, you're in the right place. In this guide to the be...