
As London summers go, this one has gotten off to a pretty great start. Festival season in full swing? Check. Food, drink, and even beach pop-ups appearing all around the city? Correct. Even that sweet sunshine is back, so it’s safe to say we’re riding the highest summer wave imaginable. And, we’ve thrown ourselves into London’s usual, splendid array of activities: pop-ups, rooftop bars, new restaurants… the whole shebang. August looks to carry on that very trend with one of the biggest events of the year topping our list, a bank holiday weekend to look forward to, and a swathe of new and exciting things to do across the capital. Let’s get started, shall we?
1. Soak in the vibes at the inimitable Notting Hill Carnival
Cards on the table: the August bank holiday is the best weekend of the year, and that’s largely thanks to Notting Hill Carnival. The landmark event on the streets of West London usually welcomes a two million-strong crowd and has been back at its very best for the last two years after a pandemic-induced hiatus, so expect another lively year this time around.
So, this year, you’d better be ready to bring that same energy and party like 2023… or any other year from 1966, when the celebration of Caribbean culture first took place. Meander through the streets and follow a colourful mas band, cut some shapes at a dance stage, or just soak in the atmosphere with a delicious plate of scran (from one of the many hundreds of trading stalls), before shuffling through London’s finest free event.
Everyone should simply attend the carnival and explore it in all its glory for starters, but here are a few extra highlights you should be checking out:
💃 Colours Carnival: Did you know you can buy a package and be IN Europe’s biggest street parade, instead of just watching from the sidelines? Amongst others, Colours Carnival is one of the mas bands (floats) in Notting Hill Carnival and on the Sunday, they host ‘j’ouvert’ or ‘dutty mas’, and you dance behind the truck, getting covered in paint; on the Monday, it is ‘pretty mas’, and you dance behind the truck in a gorgeous costume. You need to buy a package beforehand (you can pick one up here), which include your branded t-shirt (Sunday) or costume (Monday), food, unlimited refreshments, a wristband, commemorative drinks cup, goodie bag, access to the toilet trucks, security, and more. Check out the full list of mas bands here.
🎶 One of the many sound systems: Look – you can spend all day walking around, but sometimes it’s best to hole up in one space for the day and have a boogie. Choose a sound system, one of the mobile units blaring music, and cut some shapes to all the eclectic beats on show throughout the weekend. Check out this guide to all the different sound systems.
🥁 Steelbands: You’ll be seeing a lot of these over the bank holiday weekend, just as you could at the very first Notting Hill Carnival in 1966 and in 1951 when the Trinidad All Steel Percussion Orchestra performed to the Southbank. Fast forward to August 2024, and there’s a stream of Steelbands performing at the carnival, and you can check out the full list here.
Notting Hill Carnival takes place on August 25 and August 26. The Sunday is Family Day, and the Monday is the Adult’s Parade.
2. Boogie at one of London’s many festivals this month
Though a few of them spill into the early weeks of September, this month can be accurately named as the last full month of festival season in London. Be sure to leave no overpriced tin of spirit and mixer undowned; no beads of glitter unapplied; and no dusty tent undanced in; you’ll miss it all when it’s gone. Handily, August comes right into its own for festivals around London, and there’s a cluster of artists ready to take to the stage across the month.
🎉All Points East (August 16-18 & 23-25): Victoria Park – perhaps the jewel in the London Day festival crown, this year’s lineup features sets from Kaytranada, Loyle Carner, Mitski, LCD Soundsystem, The Postal Service and Death Cab For Cutie.
🕺Field Day (August 24): Victoria Park – part of the All Points East setup, and in the very same space, but with an entirely different lineup dedicated to all things dance music. Head down for the likes of Justice and Pinkpantheress this year.
😎 Hospitality In The Woods (August 24): Beckenham Place Park – veering south of the river, we find ourselves at a festival that’ll make the drum and bass heads giddy. Pendulum (DJ Set), LTJ Bukem, Flava D and more are along for the ride.
🪩Rally (August 24): Southwark Park – a debut event last year is back for another round in South London, welcoming the likes of bar italia, Move D, Mount Kimbie and more to their party.
Read our guide to the music festivals of London right here.
3. Try the limited edition SushiDog roll made by Secret London
We’re making headlines this month, instead of just writing them! This August, we have partnered with ‘grab and go’ sushi wizards, SushiDog, to create our very own Secret London sushi roll. The ‘Asian Prawn Cocktail’ roll by Secret London is inspired by the much-loved British classic, but we were sure to honour SushiDog’s Asian influence too – and, because we are Secret London, there is a secret ingredient in the Marie Rose sauce.
There’ll be ample opportunity to guess the secret ingredient throughout the month, and there may even be a prize… Keep an eye on our socials for more info, and head down to any of SushiDog’s seven outposts to try the roll yourself before September 1.
Add our launch party to your diary, stat – Thursday, August 1, 12–2pm at SushiDog Seven Dials – come and meet the team, play games, win prizes, and of course, taste the roll.
4. Get a mood boost by way of giant smiling clouds
Landing in Covent Garden on August 1, the Little Cloud World installation from art duo FriendsWithYou brings 40 smiling clouds to the iconic Market Building, and if that doesn’t count for some summer cheer, what will? Read more about the installation here.
5. Head to a giant pick-your-own sunflower field
If you pop to London Bridge and catch the right train, you’ll soon be at Tulley’s Farm; feeling less pain. Why? You’ll have reached a field full of bright sunflowers that truly match the (hopefully) sunny day, and once they hit the season in August, they’ll be ready to gawk at and even pick for yourself! The Sunflower Festival can be found in the West Sussex countryside, and on certain dates throughout the month, you can escape the city to soak in 12 acres of idyllic and colourful flowers. Find out more about Tulley’s Sunflower Festival here.
6. Speed into a Formula 1® Exhibition in London
Going around exhibitions at a leisurely pace is always encouraged, but this one is all about speed. Anyone with a passing interest in cars and racing should be zooming up to this one and parking themselves in front of the giant collection of Formula 1® memorabilia, artefacts, rare photography, and much more over at ExCeL London from August 23. Find out more and book your spot here.
7. Settle in at a host of free Olympic and Paralympics screenings across London
Sure, they might be in Paris this time around… but since the Olympics only comes around every four years, you best believe we’ll be cheering the athletes on from London. Many a big screen is going up in the city throughout the whole games from when the flame is lit until the closing ceremony on August 11. From deckchairs in Marylebone to a Team GB fanzone in King’s Cross, check out our list of London’s free screenings of all the action this summer! Plus, there’s no need to be upset when the Olympics end, because many of the same locations will be showing the Paralympics right up until it ends on September 8!
8. Attend a lovely North London book festival
Though this technically spills into September, the Queen’s Park Book Festival is a glorious shout for your final day of the month activities too. The two-day affair boasts some incredible names that will speak in the scattering of gazebos about their upcoming books. August 31 includes an appearance from Elif Shafak on her new work, There Are Rivers In The Sky as well as a career-spanning discussion with esteemed playwright Alan Bennett. The next day, you can also look forward to a talk with intrepid explorer Michael Palin on his new book, which looks at the life of his great uncle, who died in the trenches of Northern France.
Find out more about the Queen’s Park Book Festival here.
9. Attend Black Pride 2024
Black Pride UK is back for 2024 at Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park for the world’s largest free Pride event for LGBTQIA+ Black people and POC. Offering ‘strength through unity, in a safe space for anyone to enjoy. Expect brilliant performances from Thanyia Moore, Kaylee Golding, Remi & Tayo, and many more – plus food & drink stands and special workshops. Find out more about Black Pride, which takes place on August 11, here.
10. Play at the first-ever pop-up padel court at the West End
Do the holy triple jump of work-padel-theatre on a weeknight in summer as the first West End padel court arrives in Marble Arch as a pop-up throughout August. Padel-fanatics or complete beginners can play any time between 7am and 8pm until the end of the month – find out more about the pop-up here!
11. Attend a unique yoga class in the stunning Painted Hall
Would feel pretty foolish about passing up the chance to swap the local gym for a Painted Hall that sits within a UNESCO World Heritage site for your next yoga class, wouldn’t you? Don’t do it then, is all the advice we’ve really got. The stunning setting at Old Royal Naval College takes place on the last Friday morning of each month, and August’s will be led by Lucía Jiménez on the 30th. Find out more and book your spot here.
12. Take the little ones to a ‘Horrible Science’ trail at Kew Gardens
You should always have Kew Gardens in mind when it comes to summer plans, but this time around there’s a gloriously gross and spectacular interactive tour that both kids and adults alike will love. The ‘Horrible Science’ trail runs until the beginning of September, and comes alongside your standard fair into the botanical gardens. Expect to see ‘Fiendish Flowers’, ‘Vicious Veg’ and much more at this heap of horticultural learning. Find out more about the trail by reading our full article, and get your ticket to the gardens here!
13. Pick up a unique gift at the Royal Parks shop at Hyde Park
Most Londoners have probably lost count of how many times they’ve flocked to Hyde Park on a weekend to take advantage of all its healing properties among the greenery and the wildlife. But, as you walk past the Serpentine boathouse, you might just miss the sight of the Royal Parks Shop: a bright haven of trinkets and gifts that adds to the feel-good boost you’ve had on a stroll through Hyde Park.
Pick up a cuddly duck to remind you of the beautiful water in the park; books for birds and tree lovers alike; a beautiful Paddington Bear teddy; or a handy garden trowel and fork. You’ll be shopping for sustainable products, all while finding adorable presents for loved ones (or yourself!) in the process. Plus, when you purchase a gift at the shop, you’ll be directly contributing to the crucial Royal Parks charity work that maintains the eight beautiful parks; ensuring that they can continue to be enjoyed by everyone across the city.
You can find out more about the Royal Parks Shop in Hyde Park and plan your visit here.
14. Take in a world of contemporary art at the Moco Museum
Coming to Marble Arch in August is the treasure trove of contemporary art that is the Moco Museum; the space that has already attracted over 5 million visitors at locations including Barcelona and Amsterdam. The name itself means ‘modern contemporary’, and you’ll be treated to works from the likes of Damien Hirst, Andy Warhol, Yayoi Kusama, Banksy, KAWS, plus many more across this essential showcase of art.
Find out more about the Moco Museum’s London opening and book your tickets (with a sweet 30% discount when you do so before the space opens) here.
15. Have a royal feed over at Hampton Court Palace
Hampton Court Palace is worth a visit at any time of the year for the maze alone (and maybe the historic palace and grounds), but during the bank holiday weekend, it becomes a haven for those looking for a noble feed. Head over on August 24-26 for a day of filling up on street food – from the likes of Sticks’n’Sushi to Casa Mia to Sundeis – and filling your bags up to take produce home with you. Better still, there’s a plethora of activities to enjoy throughout your visit, including live music at the bandstand, face painting at the family area, pop-up bars and electric bike test rides. Not so shabby an occasion, and one fittingly taking place at the royal grounds.
Find out more information on the Hampton Court Food Festival here.
16. Take a trip to the beach
This summer has been a mixed bag so far when it comes to the weather. Cloudy, rainy days have reared their heads after a promising start to the warm season, but we can hope August delivers more of that late-June energy while still not ramping up to the 40°C that we were cursed by a couple of summers back. All we ask is for some consistent sun to give us ample chances to head out to the beach. Yes, this may be a roundup of things to do in the capital city, but even the most dyed-in-the-wool Londoner would struggle to admit they don’t daydream about trips to the beach over the summer months. We’re counting it, okay? Good? Good.
Have a look at our roundup of the very best beaches near to London to plan your adventure this summer.
17. Enter the mind-bending realm of the Paradox Museum
For the first time in the UK, the mind-bogglingly bizarre and brilliant escape from normality that is Paradox Museum has landed. Hopping into a new Knightsbridge home, the people of London will get to experience the optical illusions and the science behind them – and even let you become part of the mystery! There’s an Upside-Down room, a Zero Gravity Room and even a Harry Potter-inspired room! Find out more about the unique wonders of Paradox Museum and book your spot here!
18. Go to the first-ever Minga Sessions at Night Tales Loft
What better way to celebrate the first of the month than attending an inaugural event for a dance and some food & drinks on the house? Cult fashion brand Minga are debuting their sessions event at one of London’s top spots for live music, Night Tales Loft. Each ticket guarantees a lovely Minga goodie bag and a chance to win Minga clothing and accessories after you’ve had a suitable boogie to Amanda Sze, July Jones and HUNNYGLOSS. Find out more and book your spot here.
19. Head to this annual festival of meat
Meatopia is back for its 11th year in London, with a festival to suit those who love to eat meat cooked over a fire. Taking place from August 29 – September 1, you can enjoy Texas BBQ from LeRoy and Lewis; wood fire techniques and Puerto Rican influence from Palmira BBQ; early adaptors of the Swedish BBQ from Holy Smoke; Turkish cuisine from Selin Kiazim; more Texas BBQ with Vietnamese ingredients from Khói BBQ; and Big Has attempting the UK’s first fire-cooked donor kebab. Find out more and plan your visit here.
20. Marvel at the artwork on display at Sculpture in the City 2024
While there’s beautiful public artwork to view in London all year round, the months covered by Sculpture in the City are particularly special. Back in its 13th year, it’s once again transformed London into a treasure hunt for divine sculptural artwork. New pieces this year include Kissing Gate by Maya Rose Edwards, which you’ll find in Aldgate Square, and Temple by Richard Macness at Temple. Read more about Sculpture in the City here.
21. Check out the stunning makeover of the Natural History Museum gardens, complete with a new dinosaur
Having just opened to the public, it’d be rude not to head to the newly-made-over gardens over at the Natural History Museum as it remains kissed by the sun throughout (hopefully) most of August. First and foremost, there’s a brand new dinosaur that’s arrived as a centrepiece, and you can go to say hi to the bronze diplodocus named ‘Fern’ as you enjoy a space to rest, picnic, and learn. Read all about the gardens here.
22. Head to a free Taylor Swift exhibition
If going to the Era’s tour wasn’t enough, you can stop off at a free Taylor Swift exhibition in London’s beautiful V&A. Taking the form of a songbook trail, you can whizz through costumes, accessories, awards, storyboards and much more. Read more about the exhibition here.
23. Head to one of London’s best pubs for International Beer Day (August 5)
Yep – beer is so good that it has its own day. And be gone with anyone that would complain about that! To celebrate, you most definitely should head down to one of these fine establishments to pay your respects to the beer gods, just to keep them happy, you know. Or else they might do something mad and make the average price of a pint really expensive in Lon- never mind. But still, head to the pub on August 5 — yes, it’s a Monday, but you can still celebrate with your tipple of choice.
Here’s a list of some of the best pubs around London!
24. Have a big ol’ singalong at a London gig
Sure – festival season might take the August headlines, but there are plenty of gargantuan London gigs happening all throughout the month that you’ll want to be on the barriers for.
💪 Bicep (August 2): Finsbury Park – get your dance on to pulsing beats down in the North London park to start your month in style.
😎 Rick Ross (August 4): Indigo At The O2 – the acclaimed US rapper is back in London for Hip Hop show you won’t want to miss.
🪩 Four Tet (August 10): Finsbury Park – more dancing in a park to some electronic beats? Don’t mind if we do…
🎤 Tom Grennan (August 10): Gunnersbury Park – what a voice Tom Grennan has on him, eh? Witness that live this month…
👟 KoRn (August 11): Gunnersbury Park – the titans of Nu Metal are playing a giant outdoor show in London this summer.
🌊 Justin Timberlake (August 11-12): The O2 – oh you didn’t get tickets to this? Cry me a river…
💃 Taylor Swift (August 15-17, 19-20): Wembley Stadium – go for Paramore and stay for the spectacle that is the Eras Tour.
👯 Peggy Gou (August 17): Gunnersbury Park – (it goes like… a huge crowd in Gunnersbury Park) Nanana.
🎙️ PJ Harvey (August 18): Gunnersbury Park – Let England Gunnersbury Park Shake.
🎸 Noah Kahan (August 21-22): The O2 – it’s stick season over at the O2…
✍️ Killer Mike and Shenseea (August 26): Scala – a combo for the ages will perform on a lively night in King’s Cross.
25. Pick out a new record at the Rough Trade pop-up at the Barbican
Over at the brutalist beacon that is the Barbican, you can now enjoy a meeting of musical minds as it welcomes a collaboration with the folks at Rough Trade Records. Peruse through their collection away from their permanent spots and pick yourself up a record from the section of artists that have headlined the Barbican in the past. Find out more about the pop-up here.
26. Enter ‘Generation 2.0’ of the lively Hijingo
Many of you will have already been to the liveliest immersive bingo experience on the planet, but they’ve just given themselves an electric jolt to enter their ‘Generation 2.0’. Hijingo is taking on a ‘dusk-til-dawn in dystopia’ with a retention of their stylish neon lights and an addition of mind-blowing special effects and graphics to elevate the experience to a new level. AVA (Artificial Virtual Architect), an AI bot who now powers Hijingo, is also along for the ride, controlling a series of bots to dance to her tune and speak directly to the audience. It’s a technology that you have to see to believe, and it’s all soundtracked by the tunes of Fred Again…, Madonna, Bicep, Cardi B, Jamie XX and many more. Plan your visit and book your spot here.
27. Dine on some beautiful food at the permanent opening of Oriole
Oriole arrives with their second permanent location, using the findings from their recent development pop-up to give us a delightful bar in The Yards at Covent Garden. Alongside a fresh a la carté menu from chef director Gustavo Giallionardo that celebrates fusions of Latin America, there’s a ‘Bamboo Bar’ with bar snacks and cocktails, as well as the restaurant’s first-ever in-house bar lab to create cocktails through crafting clarified juices and syrups. Oriole open their second location on August 28, and you can find out more about them here.
28. Have a bookish day out
London is a city steeped in literature, so why not theme your day out around it all? Potter around London and check out the famous Globe Theatre before sifting through the countless bookshops and then ending at a wine bar meets bookstore. Couldn’t ask for a more main-character energy day around the bookish corners of the big smoke.
Read our handy guide to the most literary locations around the city.
29. Visit everyone’s favourite South London rooftop spot
We hasten to remind you that we are closer to the end than we are to the beginning. Of the traditional summer months, that is (but also of this article). So if you haven’t made your annual summer trip up to Frank’s Café then why are you even bothering to claim you’re enjoying ‘summer in London’? Get up there and enjoy an Aperol and ponder on topics like is that pink wall part of brat summer even though it is pink and it is not green? and the like. You won’t get this during the ‘winter’.
Read more about Frank’s Cafe here.
30. Head to a late event from this lovely charity retailer
Traid is a charity retailer that sorts second-hand clothes to sell while funding global projects that support cotton farmers and garment workers across the globe to advocate for a better fashion industry. You might well have been in one just recently to buy a shirt, but now you can attend a late-night event their Camden store, where you can shop their latest second-hand range, listen to tunes from the Next Door Records DJs, and sip on a drink – all for a great cause.
Read more about Traid and their mission on their website, and register to the free late even on August 8 here.
31. Join the judging panel of a rumbling margarita competition next month
If you think you can pick out the margarita mavericks around the city, then it’s time to put your tastebuds to the test and join the panel of a competition. Hackney Wick is playing host to the annual Margarita Rumble, and you can taste the work of bartenders and mixologists as they battle it out at the Two More Years bar. Dance along to live music, sip on that lovely tequila-based nectar, and vote for your favourite cocktail at the end – it’s that simple! Find out more and plan your visit to the Margarita Rumble here.
32. See Wes Anderson in everyday life at this stunning exhibition
With his unique vision springing out at us when out at the cinema, we’re bound to spot the pastel shades and splashes of colour in everyday life too, right? That’s what the Accidentally Wes Anderson museum shows us: all the snapshots of a life that resembles the work of the esteemed director; whether its a red cable car against a blue sky or the lavish exterior of a hotel. Find out more about the exhibition and book your spot here.
33. View some gorgeous art
Escape the heat by getting into an air-conditioned building filled with some of the most colourful and beautiful works you’ll see. Sounds like a fair trade-off to me.
View our guide to the best exhibitions coming up in London.
34. Head to the brand-new Mercato Metropolitano site in East London
Mercato Metropolitano is one of the most recognisable names in the London food market game, so when they open up a new spot, you best believe we’re going to pay attention. They’ve now added to their roster of sustainable foodie locations with a new market in Ilford. Try out the Ethiopian and Eritrean food from Injera Hub or tackle a Mexican feast from Birria Taco before catching some of the Olympics on the big screen. Read more about Mercato Metropolitano in Ilford here.
35. Check out the free art installation in London that uses emojis for environmental activism
Potter up to the second floor of the free-to-enter space that is the Design Museum and you’ll now find a striking piece contrasting emojis with our collective relationship with nature. Go to view Fables For Our Time to gaze out on the three panels representing the different ecosystems that are vital to how our planet survives, using 176 rotating prisms that evolve to show a day passing. Read more about the new installation here.
36. Enjoy a London venue as part of Afternoon Tea Week (August 12-18)
There’s no substitute for a cup of Yorkshire Tea brewed yourself at home; that’s an indisputable fact, I’m afraid. But, every so often, it’s okay to fancy the whole process up and add in some booze, sandwiches and the nifty little cakes that look quite nice on the Instagram feed. No one will judge you (well, I can’t speak for your followers, but who cares anyway). Since many enjoy the tradition of adding a sprinkle of class to their days out, we’ve got a handy guide – and for those who aren’t too keen on tackling their fear of heights, there’s plenty that don’t fall under the same criteria as the entry above. August is also the month that celebrates Afternoon Tea Week (August 12-18) – yes, an entire week – so there’s no better time to book yours in… apparently.
Check out our guide to the Afternoon Teas around London here.
37. Bound over to this London market that has an entire area dedicated to dogs
Islington Square transforms into a buzzing market at the weekend, filled with street food, craft beer, and unique crafts. Throughout August, visitors will be treated to a Woof About festival, where pups can go to hang out and enjoy the space alongside their fellow (less important) humans. They’ll find everything from toys to treats to doggy clothes. Plus, with a market purchase, you’ll also get a pint of craft beer or a soft drink on the house. Cheers (woof). Find out more about the market here.
38. Enjoy a fabulous West End show in London
Yes – this might be the case every month of the year and, YES – we will continue to go on about just how many brilliant shows are on in London. Okay? Okay.
Read our guide to some great theatre shows across London.
39. Go to a dreamy concert series in Battersea Park
This open-air series is set to have concertgoers swooning over the classical, soul and jazz tones playing out over the leafy Battersea Park.
Witness acts including the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra and Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Orchestra (taking on a reimagined Paul Simon’s ‘Graceland’ by the London African Gospel Choir) take to the stage as you sip down on a glass of wine with a picnic hamper to go alongside the music. Battersea Park In Concert takes place on August 24-26, and you can find the tickets here!
40. Glug some beer at the ‘Big Swig’ Festival
The clue for what you’ll be doing at this event is in the name, but we’ll spill some more details anyhow. Coined as the largest free beer festival in the world, you can head over to Walthamstow to Big Penny to try some of the 120 different keg and 75 cask beers. Find out more and book your free spot here.
41. Head to London’s happiness-inducing space for the final time
It’s been going for some time – putting smiles on the faces by way of ball pits – but it’s time for London to kiss goodbye to the colourful frills of Dopamine Land. If you’ve enjoyed the enchanting rooms in the past and had a wade through their shadow puppet room, it’s time for one last dance. If you’ve never been, there’s not long left! Book your space now.
42. Have a laugh at the Camden Fringe
You won’t need a trip to Edinburgh this month to enjoy some comedy, with the 18th Camden Fringe rolling back into town. Running until August 29, you can head over to enjoy a roster of talent in the arts and, of course, have a big chuckle. Find out more and browse events for the Camden Fringe here.
43. Witness a real-life martian invasion!
Jeff Wayne’s The War of The Worlds: The Immersive Experience has ensured the martian invasion is alive and kicking in London and you can go and experience it through the power of VR and the stunning, immersive score. Tracks like ‘The Eve of the War’ and ‘Forever Autumn’ will put a spring in your step and add the drama needed in this experience to take you away to Mars. Find out more and book your spot here.
44. Head to a brand new Farmer’s Market in London
Riverside East, the newly-opened events space, is well worth a visit on any weekend, but they’ve just announced a new series of big Farmer’s Markets that should tempt you with tasty produce. Delivering both the Riverside Market (20 stalls) and the BIG Market (40 stalls), you’ll be well looked after on a trip down to the riverside. In August you can find the former rocking up on August 11, and the larger proposition on August 31, and you’ll be able to find fresh cheese and bread as well as trinkets galore. Find out more about Riverside East here.
45. Let VR transport you through time
With a portal away from the city, you can watch the sunrise over the Giza Necropolis by way of Virtual Reality, all from London, with space to roam around the land in Horizon Of Khufu. Over in Life Chronicles, you’ll be able to travel back billions of years to give a nod to Pterodactyls and put your exploring hats on as you wade through a dense jungle.
👉 Find out more about Horizon of Khufu and book your spot!
👉 Find out more about Life Chronicles and book your spot!
46. Chow down on a patty between two slices to celebrate National Burger Day
Not that we need an excuse to tuck into a burger, but this is one national day you definitely want to be observing. Most of us have a favourite spot, and it’s an understatement to say London is awash with places to grab a tasty one, but here’s a greasy guide if you’re looking to try somewhere new.
47. Enter a new world experience with cocktails
We. Found. Wonderland. You and I got lost in it the colourful escape that treats you to fizzing cocktails and put on a jumpsuit to solve the corners of the new world you find yourself in. Roscorp Laboratories will take you under its wing with a theatrical storyline curated to take you through the mystical landscape. Find out more and book your spot here.
48. Take part in an immersive Gunpowder Plot
Sure – it might be a few months until Guy Fawkes night, but you can still take the opportunity to play a part in an immersive retelling of the famous night on November 5, 1605. With history all around you in the vaults of the Tower Of London, there’s no better place to take in the experience with live and recorded actors (oh hi, Tom Felton) playing their part in guiding you along the way. Find out more and book your spot here.
49. Keep exploring this marvellous city
There’s no end to what’s happening throughout London across the month, and this article is a mere snapshot of the infinite possibility. Here are a few more things we’ve been shouting about recently:
🩷 A Huge Barbie Exhibition Has Landed At London’s Design Museum
🍕 Chow Down At The Southbank Centre’s Delicious Riverside Food Market
🏃 This Is (Possibly) The Most Efficient Sightseeing Tour Of London
🥪 This Iconic Bristol Sandwich Shop Has Brought Its Mammoth Sarnies To London
🎨 A Hugely Popular Immersive David Hockney Retrospective Has Returned To London
🛹 This London Skate Park Offers Inclusive Lessons And Sessions For Anyone Who Wants To Skateboard
☕ London Is Officially Home To Two Of The Most Beautiful Cafés On Earth
📚 The British Museum’s Secretive Round Reading Room Has Reopened To The Public
😋 These London Pubs Are Offering A ‘Bottomless Crunch’ Menu With Unlimited Crisps
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