London listeners, this week is absolutely brimming with summer energy, so let’s dive right into the best things you can do around the city from today through the weekend.

Today, start your adventures in Holborn with Museum Lates at Dr Johnson’s House from 5:30 to 7 in the evening, where you can step inside the evocative 17th-century townhouse where Samuel Johnson compiled his famous Dictionary. Or, stroll through the rarely opened Charterhouse Gardens in Clerkenwell from 5:30 to 8:30 and enjoy a peaceful summer evening among historic greens. If you fancy a thought-provoking night out, the Tate Modern is hosting Making Trouble with Leigh: Michael Clark and Les Child—an evening of film and lively conversation exploring the lives and work of these iconic performers. Lastly for Thursday, jazz lovers won’t want to miss Herbie Hancock’s residency at the Barbican, which runs through Saturday; it’s a rare UK appearance by the jazz legend, and part of the Summer Jazz Series.

For something a bit theatrical, live shows are everywhere this week. Don’t miss Burlesque The Musical at the Savoy, featuring the star power of Christina Aguilera and Diane Warren. The Lyric Hammersmith’s Sing Street, based on the hit film, is a feel-good rock musical, while Shakespeare’s Globe is running The Merry Wives of Windsor for those keen for classic comedy under the open sky.

Looking ahead to Friday through the weekend, get ready for some big city excitement. Wing Fest lands at London Stadium in Stratford Friday through Sunday, touted as the world's largest chicken wing festival, with 45 food traders, games, axe throwing, live music, and more. Over in Hammersmith, the Bitesize Short Film Festival at Riverside Studios promises three nights of short films, followed by mingling and drinks—ideal for film buffs looking to discover something new.

The family-friendly Summer Splash opens in the Royal Docks from Friday and runs through mid-August. This free, open-air lido comes with lifeguards, platforms, and swimming lessons for kids. On Saturday and Sunday, the London E-Prix brings all-electric racing action to the ExCeL Centre and Royal Docks, alongside live music performances from acts like Pixie Lott and Rizzle Kicks, a fan village, and family fun.

Saturday and Sunday also feature some wonderfully quirky alternatives. Try your hand at lavender picking at Carshalton Lavender’s fields—bring your own scissors for this fragrant countryside experience in the city. Or visit the Heath Robinson Museum in Pinner for the Contraptions and Connections exhibition, a joyous tribute to eccentric inventions and creative mechanics.

Don’t forget, for the high-flying crowd, the O2’s Sunset Sessions invite you to climb the dome as the sun goes down, where you’ll sip cocktails at the summit while DJs spin music and you take in the skyline.

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