London is positively buzzing right now with a festival for every mood, a new adaptation or two onstage, and the city’s most iconic spaces flinging open their doors. If you are in search of plans, Dracula is stalking the Lyric Hammersmith tonight with a brand-new take on Bram Stoker’s classic horror, while the Tony Award-winning comedy The Producers is raising laughs at the Garrick Theatre. Shakespeare buffs can catch classic mistaken-identity chaos with Twelfth Night at The Globe, or see Born With Teeth bring Shakespeare and Marlowe together onstage. Regency magic fills the Open Air Theatre at Regent’s Park, where Brigadoon promises big tunes in lush scenery. For a comedy edge, Every Brilliant Thing features Lenny Henry, Sue Perkins, and Minnie Driver.

For something more interactive or unusual, London Ghost Tours offer a chilling way to see the city’s haunted corners on a late summer night. Fans of London’s past can climb the 334 steps up Big Ben with tickets on release, or take a twilight bat walk through Brompton Cemetery.

Friday brings the first day of Open House London, running all week. Dozens of landmark buildings, quirky museums, historic homes, and even secret bunkers are free to explore, no booking needed. Whether you’re peeking inside a university campus or ducking into a grand, usually closed church, the full schedule is online.

Mark your diaries for a street-art adventure. The London Mural Festival is back and city walls are being transformed by over 100 artists, all celebrating the theme of ‘connection.’ Events are dotted everywhere from Shoreditch to Camden through September.

The canine crowd should wander to King’s Cross this Saturday and Sunday for The Big Woof, London’s biggest free dog festival. Expect runway shows for pups, pamper sessions, ball pits, demos, and even doggy ice cream.

Design lovers, the London Design Festival opens tomorrow and runs all week with creative displays, art installations, and interactive exhibits such as The Flavour Library, where you can design your own chocolate-inspired cityscape. For those wanting to shop artisan, Ceramics in the City at the Museum of the Home runs all weekend, offering handmade pieces and live demonstrations.

Movie fans: On Sunday night, Rooftop Film Club Stratford is screening The Curious Case of Benjamin Button under the stars. Wellness junkies can even pair the film with a rejuvenating IV drip courtesy of Body Brilliant.

September is also Thames month, so enjoy Totally Thames, a river-wide party of art, exhibitions, boat races, foreshore walks, and family fun. September carries in London Fashion Week, the Great River Race, and even CelebrASIA at Battersea Power Station.

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London is in full swing this Saturday, September 6th, with a feast of arts, culture, and community events lighting up the city—so let’s dive right in to what’s happening right now and through the coming week.

To kick off your weekend, the South Bank is buzzing with life at Gabriel’s Wharf Arts Festival. This free event combines live jazz, folk guitar, poetry readings, art workshops, craft stalls, and even crystal ball manipulations alongside vibrant riverside cafes. Grab a coffee, watch a harpist, and soak in the creative energy along the Thames. For those interested in history and architecture, head over to St Katharine Docks for the Classic Boat Festival, where over fifty restored vintage vessels—including the Dunkirk Little Ships—are moored and open to visitors. This annual spectacle is completely free and perfect for anyone who’s ever dreamed of taking the helm or just loves a good nautical story.

Foodies should hop over to Stratford for the World Halal Food Festival at London Stadium, running today and tomorrow. Dozens of stalls dish up irresistible halal food from every corner of the globe, from gourmet burgers to Lebanese pastries. Celebrity chefs will be on hand with live demos, and you can shop for ingredients to take a bit of the experience home.

Tonight, music lovers can choose between a candlelit tribute to Fleetwood Mac at Southwark Cathedral and a performance of Vivaldi’s Four Seasons by candlelight at St Mary-le-Strand. Theatre fans are spoiled: Mel Brooks’ The Producers is on at the Garrick Theatre, The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe’s magical new production dazzles at Sadler’s Wells, and the hilariously dramatic Born With Teeth—a story about Shakespeare and Marlowe—runs at the Kiln.

Tomorrow, run enthusiasts and spectators alike can line the streets from Tower Hamlets through Greenwich to cheer on The Big Half, London’s half-marathon that always brings out a celebratory crowd. Trafalgar Square hosts Black on the Square, a free outdoor festival celebrating Black creativity, performance and food all afternoon.

If you’re looking for something special for families, check out the Enormous Crocodile musical at Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre or step into a world of faery tales and folklore at Strawberry Hill House, transformed into an enchanted wonderland this weekend only.

Throughout September, don’t miss the Totally Thames Festival, which fills the river with installations, performances, foreshore walks, and talks. And art fans, mark your maps for the London Mural Festival—120 murals across the city turn London into a giant open-air gallery from now until the end of the month.

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London is bursting with energy this week and you listeners are in for some fantastic options, whether you want culture, food, music or just a great day out. Let’s jump into what’s happening around the city from now through the weekend.

If you love theatre, the West End is serving up both classics and new favourites. Mel Brooks’s Tony Award-winning comedy The Producers is lighting up the Garrick Theatre daily, promising big laughs. For families, Sadler’s Wells brings to life The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe, a magical journey to Narnia for listeners of all ages. Shakespeare fans, make a date at The Globe for a fresh staging of Twelfth Night, Shakespeare’s playful comedy of mistaken identity, or see Born With Teeth, a play that imagines Shakespeare and Marlowe as reluctant collaborators. Don’t miss Brigadoon under the open skies at Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre, a Broadway classic in one of London’s most beautiful park settings, or experience Robert Bolt’s A Man For All Seasons at the Haymarket, starring Martin Shaw as Sir Thomas More, ideal for history buffs as reported by Londondrum’s events calendar.

This weekend, London comes alive with festivals. Head over to Gabriel’s Wharf on the South Bank for the Gabriel’s Wharf Arts Festival on Saturday, where you’ll find food, crafts, live jazz, author readings, street performances and more, blending riverside energy with family-friendly fun, as shared by the Londonist Listings. For anyone curious about London’s nautical past, the Classic Boat Festival at St Katharine Docks features vintage vessels and military boats, including Dunkirk Little Ships, all open for tours.

Foodies, the World Halal Food Festival takes place at the London Stadium in Stratford both Saturday and Sunday, featuring street food from around the globe, live chef demos and the chance to sample and shop for unique Halal treats. Petersham Nurseries in Richmond is hosting dreamy late-summer long-table dinners cooked over open flames, with menus designed by Tuscan chef Gherardo Gaetani—perfect for an al fresco supper. Secret London highlights this as one of the most atmospheric dining experiences this week.

Trafalgar Square’s Black On The Square festival returns for its third year, celebrating Black talent and creativity with live music, dance and delicious food stalls, all for free. Bring the kids for art workshops and enjoy the vibrant atmosphere. The Totally Thames festival is in full swing, transforming the city with river walks, boat races, performances and art installations all month, according to Visit London.

Looking ahead, the Great River Race, London Design Festival and Brick Lane Curry Festival are all coming up later in September, so there’s plenty more to look forward to soon.

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Listeners, London is bursting with vibrant events this Saturday and throughout the week, promising something unforgettable for every taste.

Start today by stepping inside the Van Gogh House in Stockwell for monthly guided tours exploring the art, architecture, and story behind one of the city’s most famous artist residents. Art lovers can double down with the Transport Museum’s art and poster tour in Acton, where you’ll get up close with rarely seen pieces chronicling London’s design history. If theatre is your thing, head to the Garrick Theatre for Mel Brooks' The Producers, a Tony Award-winning musical comedy, or catch the magical world of Narnia with The Lion The Witch and The Wardrobe at Sadler’s Wells. Regents Park Open Air Theatre offers fresh air and family fun with a cheeky musical adaptation of Roald Dahl's The Enormous Crocodile and for something classic, Brigadoon brings Broadway magic to the green.

Looking for a twist on Saturday night? Board the Country Superstars Boat Party from Blackfriars Pier. It’s country hits and dancing on the Thames with the city skyline sparkling by.

Sunday closes the weekend with massive energy. Coldplay’s Music of the Spheres lights up Wembley Stadium, bringing stadium anthems and breathtaking visuals—the stadium run continues throughout the week if you miss it. Families will love The Enormous Crocodile or can take in Shakespeare’s comedic chaos with Twelfth Night at The Globe, while edgy theatre fans can see Sean Hayes in Good Night Oscar at the Barbican or the historical intrigue of Born With Teeth, exploring the rivalry between Shakespeare and Marlowe.

All August-long, the City of London buzzes with activities. Try your hand at Padel Table Tennis or play padel by St Paul's Cathedral. Music pours through the streets of Aldgate every Tuesday and Thursday with Aldgate Sounds, while BOXHALL City amps up evenings with live music and DJ sets every Wednesday to Friday. You can also wander through John Booth’s larger-than-life art installation or discover hidden Roman ruins and hidden gems with a self-guided walking tour.

Though the massive Notting Hill Carnival has already wrapped this week, the festive vibe lives on in London’s parks, pubs, and pop-ups. Cricket fans can catch The Hundred, a dramatic new spin on the game, with matches at Kia Oval and Lord’s through the end of August.

And sports lovers don’t forget—the Women’s Rugby World Cup runs right now, with matches at Twickenham bringing even more international excitement to town.

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Listeners, London is buzzing with extraordinary events, performances, and outdoor adventures to close out August, so get ready for a vibrant and varied week ahead. Kicking off today, you can immerse yourselves in magical theatre. Sadler’s Wells is hosting a spellbinding new production of The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe, bringing C S Lewis’s Narnia to dazzling life on stage. If sharp-witted drama tempts you, head to the Globe for Shakespeare’s Twelfth Night, a madcap comedy of mistaken identities and cross-dressing chaos, or, journey into the minds of literary rivals with Born With Teeth—a riveting story about Christopher Marlowe and William Shakespeare forced to collaborate under threat.

If the open air is calling, Regents Park Open Air Theatre is enchanting with the classic musical Brigadoon, and families might be tempted by The Enormous Crocodile, a riotously fun stage adaptation of the Roald Dahl favorite, running throughout the weekend.

Art lovers, this week brings a flurry of must-see exhibitions close to wrapping up. At the British Museum, The Future of Money explores how we spend and save in a digital age—think crypto, cashless tooth fairies, and beyond. Dive into the surreal at Newport Street Gallery with Raging Planet and The Power and the Glory, two shows featuring work from Damien Hirst’s own collection. The Cartoon Museum is going feline with Cats in Cartoons, while the Leigh Bowery! retrospective is a riotous celebration of the rule-breaking artist’s career.

For your weekend, Sunday is packed with fun for families and culture fans alike. Buckingham Palace is offering garden-inspired storytelling performances in the Family Pavilion after State Rooms tours, while Big Penny Social in Walthamstow is hosting the raucous Hotsy Totsy Family Rave, open to kids under eight and their grown-ups—imagine DJ sets, face painting, and props to keep everyone moving.

Fringe Fix at Underbelly Boulevard Soho is launching with highlights from the Edinburgh Fringe, from the sci-fi shadow puppetry of Space Hippo to the utterly surreal comedy of 3 Chickens Confront Existence. Literature fans should picnic at Fulham Palace on Sunday evening for an open-air production of Pride and Prejudice, courtesy of Illyria Theatre—a picturesque way to revisit the much-loved story of Lizzie Bennet and Mr Darcy.

Music fans, don’t miss the last chance to catch Coldplay's Music Of The Spheres World Tour at Wembley Stadium—an unmissable finale to their globe-trotting spectacle.

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Notting Hill Carnival, the biggest street festival in Europe, is taking over West London this weekend. Across Saturday, Sunday, and Monday, expect colorful parades, dazzling costumes, steel bands, Caribbean food stalls, and crowds soaking up the infectious energy. Whether you want to dance to soca and reggae, watch the family-friendly parade early on Sunday, or join the main party on Monday, it’s free and open to everyone, with festivities kicking off around 10 a.m. each day. According to VisitLondon, even big acts like Sean Paul and Stormzy have made surprise appearances in previous years, so keep your eyes peeled.

If you are searching for a musical experience, Battersea Park in Concert runs through the whole bank holiday, celebrating Wandsworth as London Borough of Culture. Over three days, visitors can hear live performances from Jools Holland and the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, surrounded by the beauty of Battersea Park.

For quirky culture, make your way to Mayfair’s Lyndsey Ingram Gallery for the Bourdon Street Chippy — a full-scale replica fish and chip shop entirely crafted from felt by textile artist Lucy Sparrow. It’s open into mid-September, including the bank holiday Monday, from 11 to 4. It is a whimsical spot to liven up your Instagram feed.

Football fans, Arsenal are in action at the Emirates today, so there’s excitement brewing in North London for Premier League action. If you prefer theatre, the city is overflowing with spectacular options. Sadlers Wells hosts a magical production of The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe. The Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre invites families to enjoy the hilarious adaptation of Roald Dahl’s The Enormous Crocodile or the enchanting musical Brigadoon. Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre presents Twelfth Night for fans of the Bard, and you can catch Sean Hayes in the award-winning Good Night Oscar at the Barbican.

For curious explorers, several hidden London gems are holding open days just for this weekend. You can climb the historic St Pancras Waterpoint tower for stunning views, explore the mysterious Tudor waterworks at Coombe Conduit, or catch the rarely rotating Wimbledon Windmill sails. Over in Swanley, heritage buses and local trips mark 100 years of the Swanley Bus Garage.

If you are looking for something hands-on, turn your weekend into a city adventure following the Tusk Turtle Trail. Sixteen colorful turtle sculptures pop up at famous spots like Covent Garden and Piccadilly Circus, each created by an artist or celebrity, and free for everyone to discover.

London’s bank holiday energy is in full swing — whether you crave world-class music, vibrant parades, football, family fun, or quirky art, the capital has endless discoveries through the weekend and into next week.

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Kicking things off in London this Thursday, August 21, step into a world of fantasy with The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe at Sadler’s Wells—the classic Narnia tale brought to life with dazzling new stage magic. Over at Shakespeare’s Globe, catch Twelfth Night, a riotous comedy of mistaken identities under the historic open sky. If homegrown drama is your preference, Born With Teeth explores the feisty, high-stakes world of Shakespeare and Marlowe as rivals forced to collaborate in the heat of the Elizabethan stage.

Culture buffs, check out Jean-Francois Millet: Life On The Land at The National Gallery—Millet’s earthy, poetic French scenes are on view for the first time in 50 years in the UK, marking a major anniversary. Over at the Science Museum, The Future of Food exhibition delves into the innovations changing how we eat and farm, while The Chinese Admonitions Scroll at the British Museum serves up centuries-old art and wisdom. Don’t miss the More Than Human show at the Design Museum featuring next-wave artists and their eco-concepts.

Late-night adventures are guaranteed at Socalicious 2025 at Scala tonight. From 11 PM to 5 AM, expect specialist entertainment, high-energy DJ sets, and a vibe perfect for those who want to dance into the small hours.

The city only ramps up as the Bank Holiday weekend approaches. All Points East Festival at Victoria Park will light up East London with headliner sets from Orbital, The Blessed Madonna, and RAYE. Look out for the creative energy of the Greenwich+Docklands International Festival, with streets and parks across these neighborhoods brimming with free live arts, acrobatics, and theatre.

Nothing in August outshines Notting Hill Carnival, running this Saturday through Monday in West London. This is Europe’s biggest street festival—a full-on rolling parade of Caribbean sound systems, vibrant floats, steelpan bands, and heaping plates of jerk chicken and roti. Saturday launches with the Panorama Steel Band contest, Sunday is Family Day with costumes and kid-friendly tunes, then Monday erupts in the full Carnival experience—dancing, music, street food, and a sea of color. Londonist notes this year’s Carnival is set to be bigger than ever thanks to newly secured funding for safety and expansion.

If you fancy a more relaxed outing, head to Hampton Court Palace’s Food Festival for top-tier street food and royal feasting, or Battersea Park in Concert for family-friendly live music amid sweeping gardens. For art lovers, late-night summer openings at Chelsea Physic Garden and Westminster Abbey promise quiet, atmospheric evenings perfect for wandering.

So whether it’s theatre, street carnivals, food festivals, or midnight dancing, this week in London truly has it all. Thanks for tuning in, and remember to subscribe for the latest on what’s happening in the city. This has been a quiet please production, for more check out quiet please dot ai.

For those of you in London this Saturday, August 16, you have a truly electrifying day of events ahead. Head to Gunnersbury Park tonight for Martin Garrix’s biggest UK headline show ever, joined by special guest Steve Angello and a high-energy lineup including BUNT., Lavern, Megisto, and Nova Blue. London’s Gunnersbury will be bouncing with some of the world’s top electronic music so if you want to dance under the summer sky, that’s the place to be, according to Festival Republic.

All Points East returns to Victoria Park with headlining sets from the soulful Cleo Sol on Friday and drum-and-bass superstars Chase & Status on Saturday, as reported by Ticketmaster Discover. This festival continues through the weekend and into the next, promising everything from indie to hip hop to electronic, so expect a wild musical ride and plenty of food and drink options on site.

Football fans can catch the Spurs play at their home ground, Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, while on Sunday, Stamford Bridge hosts Chelsea for another Premier League clash, as noted by London Drum.

If musicals and theatre are more your vibe, bring the family to Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre for The Enormous Crocodile, a riotously fun adaptation of Roald Dahl’s story, or experience Shakespeare’s Twelfth Night at the famous Globe Theatre. The Barbican offers a strictly limited run of Good Night Oscar starring Sean Hayes for those craving something truly special.

Jazz lovers and live music seekers should check out Summer Sounds at King’s Cross for free open-air gigs through Sunday, with opera, musical theatre and folk music filling the air, according to the Londonist Listings newsletter.

Art fans will want to grab last-chance tickets to Splash! at the Design Museum, which closes on Sunday, exploring the fascinating evolution of swimwear and lido culture. Meanwhile, Riverside Studios in Hammersmith presents Three Billion Letters, a unique performance weaving together personal DNA stories.

For a touch of culture and history, you can explore Westminster Abbey by evening light during special late openings, or discover rare manuscripts at a free exhibition delving into their impact on society, as covered by IanVisits.

From candlelit Queen vs ABBA concerts at Southwark Cathedral to open-air theatre, jazz on the rooftops, folk dancing in King’s Cross, and headline festivals sweeping London parks, the city is buzzing with excitement through this weekend and beyond.

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London is bursting with energy this week so get ready to make the most of these summer days. Listeners looking for theatre should head to the Globe where Shakespeare’s Twelfth Night takes over the stage with its wild tale of mistaken identity. Over at the Regents Park Open Air Theatre, Brigadoon invites you into an enchanted Scottish village, while the kids will be giggling at the musical adaptation of Roald Dahl’s The Enormous Crocodile.

Drama fans will want to check out Born With Teeth, a fierce new play about Shakespeare and Christopher Marlowe’s legendary rivalry, while Martin Shaw steps into the role of Thomas More in A Man For All Seasons at the Theatre Royal. Comedy gets a boost with an all-star cast in Every Brilliant Thing, featuring Lenny Henry and Sue Perkins—expect equal measures of laughter and emotional punch.

If you want to dance, this Friday is made for you. Madison’s rooftop near St Paul’s hosts the Ibiza Orchestra with DJs and live musicians, delivering those sunny White Isle vibes right to central London. Swifties can rejoice as Swiftogeddon, the ultimate Taylor Swift club night, brings four hours of hit tracks to Between the Bridges on the South Bank.

London is also rolling out some spectacular live music—Blackpink’s Deadline World Tour lands at Wembley Stadium on Friday and Saturday, promising massive festival energy and a global K-pop celebration. Victoria Park will be shaking with the opening weekend of All Points East, where Chase & Status, RAYE, The Maccabees, and Cleo Sol top the bill. The festival’s free community programme, In The Neighbourhood, brings art, music, street food and family fun from Sunday through to Wednesday.

For a dose of culture, tour the ancient Canonbury Tower in Islington, or roam Chelsea’s Walled Garden on a late summer evening. Anybody keen for history can catch free talks at the National Army Museum or view rare manuscripts or explore Victorian cottages with live archeological digs. Over at Fenton House, there’s an evening of queer fantastical performances, while St Paul’s Cathedral is opening for special serene late-night visits.

Families and cartoon buffs may want to spend a day at the Cartoon Museum with its Cats in Cartoons exhibition—kids and under-18s get in for free until early September, and there are drop-in cartoon workshops to inspire everyone’s inner artist.

Rounding out the week, football fans can catch Tottenham Hotspur’s home game, while fans of unique music can enjoy a Queen vs ABBA candlelit concert in the stunning Southwark Cathedral on Saturday evening.

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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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