Entertainment – Articles about London

The Royal Albert Hall is one of the most festive venues you can visit during the Christmas season, and a visit in the lead-up to the big day is the perfect way to get into the spirit. Each year, the iconic hall hosts its beloved sing-along carol services, set within the stunning architecture of this...

Get ready for a magical evening at Carols by Candlelight in the heart of Islington this Sunday, 22 December. The stunning Union Chapel will be illuminated with candles to set the perfect scene for this popular festive event. Sing your heart out to classic carols, listen to the Christmas story told t...

The Prince Charles Cinema is hosting two Christmas film marathons this Saturday, 21 December, where you'll get to cosy up and enjoy back-to-back showings of five of the nation's favourite festive flicks. The festive all-nighter kicks off at 11pm, featuring five beloved holiday hits: 'A Muppet Christ...

On Saturday, 23 November, Deptford's hi-fi cocktail bar, Jazu, is teaming up with northern hot spot Homeboy Pizza and DJ Mr Thing for an unforgettable evening of music, food, and cocktails. Expect legendary deep-pan sourdough while the iconic Mr Thing takes over the turntables to keep you grooving.

On 15 December, expect to see hundreds of sausage dogs dachshund through the snow because Christmas Hyde Park Sausage Walk is back for their annual festive gathering of sausage dogs in Hyde Park. If, like us, you can't sit still at the thought of hundreds of sausage dogs coming together in one place...

The Greatest Spectacle of Lucha Libre is coming to London, offering the last chance to see Mexico's legendary Luchador, El Hijo del Santo, on his farewell tour. This global wrestling show, known as Lucha Libre World, will take place at York Hall this Day of the Dead. London will be the first stop on...

This year's London Breeze Film Festival is set to be the biggest and best yet, featuring a gala opening film, an industry day, and multiple programs showcasing the finest films in the industry today. This five-day film festival celebrates emerging filmmakers from around the world, taking place at Ri...

Sail onboard the stunning Sapphire of London from Westminster Pier up to Battersea to celebrate Bonfire Night whilst creating unforgettable memories with your family! Share the history of Guy Fawkes as the experience starts at the Houses of Parliament, where it all began, and experience London's ill...

Get set for a spooktacular Halloween Bingo night at Hackney Bridge's Nico's Bar, featuring the renowned Miss Joelle and Aidan Orange, on Thursday, 31 October, from 7pm to 10pm. Expect an evening filled with bingo games, live singing, dancing, and plenty of eerie fun. Guests can look forward to six p...

Get ready for an unforgettable Drag Queen Pizza Brunch at Unlock Pizza in Hackney! The incredible drag queen Lucinda B-Hind is taking over the brunch service at Unlock, an artisan pizzeria in based in Hackney. She will be bringing circus vibes, rollerblading madness, and jaw-dropping looks. Highligh...

One of London's most popular bakeries is celebrating ten years of making bread with an all-day charity fundraiser in Dalston in order to, er, make bread for its youth training programme. The Dusty Knuckle Youth fundraiser this Saturday will feature live music, DJs, food traders, and drinks on a roof...

An immersive experience dedicated to the hit US sitcom “Friends” is coming to London this summer. Those who count Joey, Monica, Ross, Phoebe, Chandler, and Rachel among their closest pals won't want to miss The Friends Experience, an official immersive exhibition dedicated to the classic US sitcom.

The eclectic South London museum is hosting a family-friendly day of Caribbean music, food, and culture this weekend. Music, Jerk 'n Tings is a day-long celebration of Caribbean culture, celebrating its contribution to Britain through a varied programme of events, activities, and cuisine. Taking pla...

Join Pxssy Palace for a daytime intergenerational gathering for queer families and their supporters.  Pxssy Palace, known for creating intentional spaces for Black, Indigenous, and People of Colour who are women, queer, intersex, trans, or non-binary, are hosting a queer family picnic at Somers...

Filmworks, located in the heart of Ealing, is providing the ultimate summer vibes from now until August 26th with the Olympics screened throughout the space and free live music sessions every weekend. Immerse yourself in the smooth sounds of jazz, the soulful rhythms of blues, and the heartwarming t...

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...

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...

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...

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...

Mama Shelter London Shoreditch are hosting a comedy club next week on Tuesday 11 June in celebration of Pride Month. From 7pm, guests will be treated to a stellar line up of LGBTQ+ comedians in commemoration of all things queer. South London's icon Sikisa will be the evening's MC, bringing...

Vulvaplicity is a queer-led platform that delves into feminism, gender, sexuality, and body politics, using creative expression to challenge heteronormative and cis-normative norms and to address often taboo subjects. The platform hosts events that bring together artists from various disciplines to...

Join Folk for a night of Aperol spritz and Electro Pop music at Florence Dock. Get ready for a night to remember as Folk invites you to their monthly social event. Folk Co Living, the award-winning communal living property, is hosting a rooftop terrace party in the heart of Battersea. With views ove...

This Saturday, head to the recently opened Vagina Museum in East London for Summer Camp, where London's finest queer improvisers deliver a comedy extravaganza you'll never forget.  Enjoy an evening filled with fresh content from a special queer guest, an engaging Q+A session, and a plethora of...

Don't be late for this important date at Sanderson London, the iconic London lifestyle hotel in the city centre. During its Mad Hatters Afternoon Tea this March 30th and 31st, Sanderson London is inviting guests to embark on an adventure through curiosity with an Alice in Wonderland-inspired ballet...

Following the closure of “The Burnt City”, the world's leading immersive theatre company is gearing up for a new show. Founded in 2000, the award-winning Punchdrunk has revolutionised theatre by placing audiences at the centre of its immersive performances, earning recognition as one of the most inf...

Featuring Steve Marriott on vocals and guitar, Bailey Burnett on bass and vocals, Liam Hunt on guitar, and Cam Burnett on drums, Darlings is a rock 'n' roll four-piece often found playing (or boozing) in pubs around London. You can catch them headlining at Camden Assembly on Saturday, April 6, their...

Located in a historic Georgian building, Somerset House is a prominent arts centre bringing together various artists, professionals, and organisations in the fields of arts, culture, and social innovation. It hosts a varied programme throughout the year, but on select nights, you can explore it afte...

In light of the recent Willy Wonka debacle in Glasgow, when a Wonka-themed immersive experience was such a rip-off people ended up in tears, the police got involved, and it made international headlines, it's not exactly the best time to be announcing another experience revolving around a beloved chi...

Famed dog event experts Pop+Bark are bringing all the furry Samoyeds you can shake a stick at to London's first Samoyed café in March. Pop+Bark organise innovative dog events and have been featured on the likes of “Dragons' Den”, ITV, Evening Standard, and more. In March, they're organising a one-of...

In celebration of Women's History Month, Alternative Arts has collaborated with East London's leading venues and its local communities for an empowering showcase of Women's achievements, with events taking place across the region. Delve into this versatile programme which features powerhouse exhibit...

The iconic brick building in Battersea is bringing back its annual Light Festival on 25 January, just a few days before Canary Wharf turns off its own annual winter lights festival. Between Battersea Power Station and Canary Wharf, Londoners are spoilt for choice when it comes to illuminating the wi...

Every Saturday at The Blues Kitchen Shoreditch, The Hip Hop Orchestra Brunch will serve up a mouth-watering combination of hip hop nostalgia, chart-topping R&B goodness, badass BBQ and luscious liquor with their ultimate bottomless brunch party. Guests can expect three incredible live shows from...

Embark on a journey to the enchanting island of Skopelos for an unforgettable evening of dining and dancing at this music and food-filled Mamma Mia event. As the sun sets, find yourself at Nikos' family-run taverna, where you'll get to enjoy a tasty four-course Greek meal. Then, let loose on the dan...

Over 175 queens are set to dazzle at RuPaul's DragCon at the ExCeL Centre, featuring stars such as Pangina Heals, Lemon, Baga, Chipz, and Mo Heart. While the complete schedule is yet to be confirmed, if past events are anything to go by, you can expect thrilling appearances and performances on the m...

Disney on Ice celebrates the 100th anniversary of the famed entertainment company with "100 Years of Wonder," featuring the UK debut of “Encanto.” Audiences will experience a blend of classic Disney tales, songs, and impressive skating, with performers who have dedicated countless hours to perfectin...

Aladdin takes flight in Hackney this festive season for an unforgettable pantomime performance at Hackney Empire Theatre on Mare Street. Aladdin, yearning for love and wealth, stumbles upon an enchanted lamp, unlocking the path to his dreams when encountering a mysterious genie. However, the questio...

This holiday season, Kingswood House in South Dulwich is hosting “Once Upon a Kingswood Christmas”, a magical adventure that takes guests throughout the beautiful 19th-century mansion. “Once Upon a Kingswood Christmas” is a 50-minute-long interactive promenade show held at Kingswood House, a Grade I...

From 9 November to 7 January, the iconic brick building will transform into a magical festive destination for all those seeking holiday cheer. During the holidays, Battersea Power Station's turbine halls and the wider riverside neighbourhood will be decked out in sparkling lights, with more than 120...

London has embraced the bottomless brunch trend with open arms, offering all sorts of different boozy brunch themes and experiences, from bottomless karaoke brunch to bottomless bingo brunch, sexy bottomless brunch (that one should probably be called bottom-more, if we're being cheeky), and more. Th...

As a city that embraces diversity and celebrates the art of performance, London offers some of the most fabulous and entertaining drag brunch experiences you'll find anywhere. Whether you're a dedicated fan of drag queens, celebrating a special event such as a birthday or a hen do, or just looking f...

As the evenings start to draw in and weekend strolls are accompanied by pumpkin spice lattes and hot chocolates, Grand Union in Alperton, developed by St George, will be lighting up the skies with a spectacular fireworks display on Thursday 9th November 2023. The seven-minute show will be taking pla...

On Bonfire Night London lights up with fireworks, with magnificent displays commemorating Guy Fawkes Night all over the city. Fireworks festivals take place all over the city in the days leading up to 5 November and even the weekend after. Sparks, colours, and explosions boom in the night sky over t...

Step into a world of wonder as Vilnius celebrates its 700th anniversary with a unique gift for London – a journey into the captivating, unseen side of the Lithuanian capital. Visit Aures London on 28th September for an immersive experience that will redefine how you perceive the city.  Discover...

Kingdom of Winter, a brand-new festive destination, will take over the ExCel Centre from early December to early January. For some people, it's never too early to start thinking about the holidays, and with this year's summer being on the decidedly weaker side of things, weather-wise, it's no wonder...

The annual Greenwich+Docklands International Festival is the flagship event of FESTIVAL.ORG, one of the leading outdoor arts producing organisations in the country. The leading festival of free outdoor theatre and performing arts in the capital takes place at various locations in the Royal Borough o...

Pull up your lederhosen, flex your stein-carrying muscles, and twist your pretzels – the most famous Bavarian celebration is coming to South London. In October, the legendary Electric Brixton venue will get in the spirit of Oktoberfest, Bavaria's world-famous festival of beer, wursts, schlager music...

Whether you're an adrenaline junkie looking for heart-stopping rides, a family in search of kid-friendly ways to spend a weekend, or simply someone who wants to spend an afternoon trying your luck at funfair games with candy floss all over your face, there are worlds of fun waiting to be discovered...

The Vogue Rites grassroots Ballroom collective is hosting an open-air Vogue Ball in the courtyard of the prominent Somerset House arts centre. Voguing is a competitive art form that's inspired by fashion model poses and is an integral part of LGTBQIA+ ballroom culture and the queer community. Celebr...

Come together at Greenwich peninsula, the heart of London's design district, to celebrate the best of dance, music, food, and film every weekend throughout August. Whether you're a foodie, film fanatic, dance enthusiast, or music lover, there's something for everyone at this bustling venue. Expect f...

On 30 October 1974 in Zaire, George Foreman and Muhammad Ali, two of the greatest boxers in history battled it out in an epic fight for the title of heavyweight champion of the world. Almost 50 years later, you'll be able to relive that night in a one-of-a-kind immersive experience in London. Organi...