London listeners, the city is pulsing with life this weekend and the days ahead, so let’s dive right into what to do in London this week.
Start off today by catching The Libertines in a massive outdoor concert at Gunnersbury Park. Gates open from 1pm, with Lambrini Girls and Real Farmer getting the crowd going early, followed by Hak Baker, then Soft Play, with Supergrass hitting the stage at 6:40pm. The Libertines take over at 8:20pm for a high-voltage headline set. According to Festival Republic, it’s not just music, it’s a full day of food, friends, and festival vibes.
For those feeling the Ibiza spirit, why not hop aboard the Ibiza Boat Party departing from Blackfriars Pier today. Londondrum highlights three hours of dancing, DJs, and cocktails as you cruise down the Thames with all the summer energy of the Balearics.
Cricket fans, The Hundred competition is underway. Cheering on the Oval Invincibles at The Kia Oval this week is a thrill for all ages. Visit London reports this is top-level short-format cricket with plenty of family-friendly fun and food stalls.
In the mood for theatre under the stars? Regents Park Open Air Theatre hosts the classic musical Brigadoon throughout the week, blending Scottish fantasy and song in a magical park setting. Or, head to Shakespeare’s Globe for Twelfth Night, where Shakepeare’s tangled tale of mistaken identities comes alive in the open air, putting a timeless spin on your summer evening.
Laugh seekers have plenty of comedy options. Seven Dials in Covent Garden and the Soho Comedy Factory are hosting top stand-up nights. Londondrum highlights the legendary Floating Comedy Club aboard the Tattershall Castle, where you can see comedians moonlighting on the Thames—ticket includes entry to the nightclub after the show.
For families and history lovers, join the History Walk: Sights Unseen today and uncover the hidden details in London’s architecture that many overlook. ianVisits spotlights special tours today, including the Billingsgate Roman House and Baths and the British Library’s Treasures Tour, a rare look into manuscripts that changed the world.
End the evening with a bang as Greenwich lights up Saturday nights in August with a fireworks display on the Thames near the Royal Naval College. ianVisits notes the show starts at 10:45pm—grab a picnic and a good spot.
And keep an eye on the horizon for next weekend. Coldplay fans, get ready, because their epic Music of the Spheres World Tour is taking over Wembley Stadium starting August 22.
That’s just some of what’s happening in London. Whether you’re after world-class music, theatre, sports, comedy, or cultural adventures, London’s got a moment for everyone this week.
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