Festival – Articles about London

London's beloved Open House Festival is an annual highlight, granting you access to exclusive behind-the-scenes visits to typically off-limits buildings and landmarks. Explore the city's architectural wonders like never before. Immerse yourself in guided walks and thematic tours spanning both centra...

Celebrate local creativity in Tottenham at Markfield Road Festival, running between 8th and 10th September. There's a whole load of things happening at this free festival, including activities for all the family to get involved in. The event aims to celebrate creatives through art, music, discussion...

London is home to numerous food festivals covering all types of themes and cuisines. If you're looking for a fest that's got Michelin-starred flair, The Home of Food is one you won't want to miss out on. Taking place at Lord's Cricket Ground on 9th and 10th September, this exciting event features ma...

St Katharine Docks is notable because it's the only marina in central London. As well as being an idyllic place to explore, it's home to some exciting events too including the Classic Boat Festival, taking place on 9th and 10th September. This free event is great fun for any boating enthusiast, with...

Fans of Mexican cuisine will want to get up to Walthamstow this month. On 16th and 17th September, local brewery Signature Brew will be hosting the second edition of The Tacover, a food fest dedicated to all things tacos. This is the UK's largest taco festival, and following a successful weekend of...

BBC Gardeners' World Autumn Fair 2023 offers a  lineup of workshops, garden inspiration, talks, and live entertainment for keen, green-fingered botanical enthusiasts. Chris Bavin leads discussions with gardening experts in Parterre Gardens at Audley House., while the BBC Good Food Market will h...

The FTWeekend Festival returns on Saturday, September 2nd, at Kenwood House in London, boasting a thrilling program spread across ten stages, covering a diverse range of engaging topics.  Attendees can expect fresh ideas and thought-provoking discussions surrounding politics, economics, literat...

The Thames' month-long annual celebration returns with a diverse blend of arty events,  educational programmes, community gatherings, river races, and eco-focused activities at multiple scenic riverside spots.  Spanning 42 miles along the Thames, this month-long itinerary operates through...

We know that if you're going to celebrate Oktoberfest you really want to be doing it in Munich. But it's okay if you can't get to Germany – you can enjoy Oktoberfest parties right here in London. Throughout September and October there are loads of different events that you can join, from bottomless...

It's been announced that a brand new festival – Black on the Square – will be taking place on 2nd September in celebration of Black culture and creativity. Taking place in the heart of the city in Trafalgar Square, this one-day event is a family-friendly festival highlighting Black talent. There wil...

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...

Head to Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park on 19th August for a big celebration – it's UK Black Pride. This annual event is a celebration of African, Asian, Middle Eastern, Latin American and Caribbean-heritage LGBTQI+ people. The main event is free to attend and there's no need to book a ticket, but you'...

The RecFest is an annual indoor festival that offers young up-and-coming artists from all over the world the chance to perform, learn, and entertain. Held at The RecordShop at The Mall Wood Green, The RecFest is a free event that hosts a full programme across three stages throughout the day. Visitor...

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...

This August, The Roundhouse is stepping up to the plate with an exceptional lineup of comics for their month-long comedy fest, which also happens to be their first-ever.  Kicking off the festival will be Rose Matafeo on August 5th, accompanied by hilarious acts like Lolly Adefope and Catherine...

Held at the Lea Bridge Library in Leyton, People's Pavilion Festival is a free community festival that aims to empower and inspire young designers, makers, and creatives through a varied programme of entertainment and educational events. Taking place from 29 July to 11 August, People's Pavilion...

Canary Wharf is host to a free festival celebrating performance – Festival14. Taking place between 26th and 30th July at numerous public locations around Canary Wharf, visitors can check out performances covering theatre, music, comedy, dance, and activities for kids. Events take place at various ti...

A small festival with a big lineup, Visions Festival is a one-dayer in Hackney that's your best bet of seeing future star acts “before they were cool”. Taking place at several established Hackney venues on Saturday 22 July, Visions Festival has a knack for sniffing out some of the most promising ris...

The beloved Spanish festival, Feria de Londres, is returning to London on July 29th and 30th in Wembley Park. This two-day extravaganza will bring the lively culture of Andalusia and its vibrant carnival spirit to Wembley. The weekend will be filled with endless entertainment, from dance workshops a...

Make your way to Tobacco Dock in Wapping on 11 and 12 August for the chance to sample more than 800 beers at the London Craft Beer Festival. The London Craft Beer Festival will bring together more than 100 breweries from all over the world, including local champions such as Signature Brew, Yonder, a...

East London arts venue Rich Mix is hosting the inaugural edition of a new international arts festival celebrating audiovisual art. Lightsounds Fest will take place between 20th and 22nd July and highlights audiovisual art as a medium in its own right. With a mixture of performances, concerts, instal...

In mid-July, National Geographic is inviting you to join them on a two-day journey around the globe, accompanied by some of the most famous names of the culinary world. Bringing a regular who's who of cooking and dining to the Business Design Centre in Islington, the National Geographic Traveller Fo...

For three days in August, the multifaceted Hackney Bridge venue next to the Lee Navigation canal will host the finals of this year's British Street Food Awards. Turning Hackney Bridge into a street food mecca, the British Street Food Awards will celebrate the best street food from all corners of the...

London finally embraced the idea of a pasta festival in 2022 (no idea why it took that long, tbh), and due to its tremendous success, Emilia's Summer Pasta Festival is returning to Canary Wharf on July 16th with even more carb-filled celebrations to be had. Emilia's Crafted Pasta, located in Canary...

Do you love pizza, beer, and having fun at the weekend? If so then there's an event coming up that you'd better stick in your diary. On 15th-16th July Signature Brew in Walthamstow will be hosting the first Slice-O-Mania festival, dedicated to delicious things cheesy and yeasty. Whilst this is the i...

On 8th July the largest Caribbean food and drink in Europe is arriving in Ravenscourt Park in Hammersmith. Whether you're already a big fan of Caribbean cooking or you're keen to find out more, there's loads going to explore at Taste of the Caribbean Food & Drink Festival.  At the festival...

On Sunday, 2 July, the Nourished Communities Food Festival will bring local producers and makers to the Big Penny Social in Walthamstow for a day of discovery and learning. The Nourished Communities Food Festival will let you meet your local producers and makers, learn more about them, their work, a...

On the first weekend of July, the Yokimono Japanese Market will bring Japanese cuisine and culture to The Factory in Dalston. The Japan-themed festival invites you explore traditional and contemporary Japanese food, culture, and arts and crafts over two days. The east London festival features a vari...

The London Design Biennale offers a comprehensive cultural experience suitable for people of all ages and those particularly interested in all things design. This immersive exhibition showcases the best of global design and design-led innovation. Prepare to be captivated by its interactive elements,...

After the success of the American Express BST Hyde Park festival in 2022, which saw three epic weekends of music, London's iconic festival returns for the 9th edition this summer.  On the lineup, you can expect to see Bruce Springsteen, E Street Band, pop sensation P!NK, who will play two shows...

Meatopia, an annual bacchanalia celebrating all things meat, fire, and smoke, has revealed the first 50 chefs who will be participating in the four-day feastivities. From 31 August to 3 September, the Tobacco Dock venue will be enveloped in clouds of smoke, the smell of sizzling meat, and the heat c...

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...

Pub in the Park festival, curated by renowned Michelin-starred chef Tom Kerridge, is not just about headlining the city's top chefs; it also features an impressive live music program and a range of immersive events. This UK tour is the ultimate celebration of British pub culture, offering cuisine fr...

Mark your calendars for the return of the London Festival of Architecture, the world's largest architecture festival, taking place throughout the entire month of June. Prepare for a jam-packed schedule of captivating events, including family-friendly activities, engaging exhibitions, guided walks, s...

Taste of London will return to Regent's Park for another five days of feasting from 14-18th June. Come together with 55,000 other hungry Londoners to devour delicious food and drink from some of the city's top vendors. Every year, Taste of London rounds up London's top restaurants to offer foodies t...

Notting Hill Carnival is the largest street festival in Europe, and it's a celebration of Caribbean culture, music, and food. The carnival takes place in Notting Hill on Sunday and Monday over the August Bank Holiday, with a traditional steelband competition taking place the day before. It's a party...

From July to September, the Cocktails in the City festival of drinks will again bring together twenty of London's top bars for a series of pop-up events in a pleasant garden setting. Taking place in Bedford Square Gardens, a private Georgian garden that's closed to the public most of the year, Cockt...

This year, London is again gearing up for a fantastic celebration of queer culture and identity throughout June. Pride Month is an annual event that brings together people of all backgrounds to celebrate and support the LGBTQIA+ community. It's a time for people to show their solidarity, to have fun...

Top club and music venue Printworks is set to close at the start of May and will go on hiatus before reopening in a new venue in 2024. You can say goodbye to the current venue in style – there's a huge craft beer festival on over 5th and 6th May that'll be a huge treat if you love beer, food, and tu...

London is home to a vibrant film festival scene, with events taking place throughout the year showcasing some of the best in contemporary cinema from around the world. From the iconic BFI London Film Festival to smaller niche festivals, there is no shortage of opportunities for film enthusiasts to i...

London is a city steeped in music culture, with a rich and diverse history of musical styles and genres. From classical to punk, from jazz to pop, London has something for everyone when it comes to concerts and music festivals. Whether you're a die-hard fan of a particular artist or simply looking t...

In the last week of April, Marylebone will turn into foodie heaven with a series of food tastings, masterclasses and other delicious events held at some of the top dining establishments in the area.  From 25 to 30 April, the Marylebone Food Festival will be highlighting top chefs and business i...

Take a trip to Sicily without even having to leave London at the city's hottest Italian food festival, SicilyFEST, a celebration of all things Sicilian, taking place in April 2023. The Business Design Centre in Islington is transforming into a slice of Sicilian heaven via a Mediterranean street foo...

It’s no secret that Italy produces some of the world's most delicious and eclectic wines, catering to every kind of taste. The country is home to more than 2,000 native grape varieties, all varying in taste and texture, and nowhere has viticultural diversity quite like it. Eataly, London’...