Free Events in London

Project Forum

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 at 10:00

Business Design Centre

Conference

Project Forum is a free-to-attend industry conference at the Business Design Centre featuring a thorough exposition, a structured seminar program, and targeted roundtable discussions that unite industry experts and seasoned professionals for networking and knowledge-sharing.

Family Workshops at Japan House London

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 at 11:00

Japan House London

Family

Explore Japanese culture this Easter with free family workshops at Japan House London. Participants will learn about Japan and unleash creativity through hands-on activities in a welcoming, creative space.

Climate crisis sandpit workshop

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 at 11:00

University College London (UCL)

Workshop

At UCL IOE, a climate crisis sandpit workshop gathers researchers and students to ideate collaborative projects addressing climate challenges. The session features hands-on activities and interdisciplinary dialogue aimed at generating practical research proposals.

Tuesday Tots The Little Gardener Storytelling

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 at 11:00

Garden Museum

Family

A free Tuesday morning storytelling session for tots on Apr 21, 2026 at 10:00 at the Garden Museum. The Little Gardener Storytelling brings nature tales to life in a warm, family-friendly setting—perfect for toddlers and their grown-ups.

Research Computing Showcase day 2026

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 at 11:00

City and Guilds Building, Imperial College London

Conference

Day-long showcase of cutting-edge research computing at Imperial College London. Attendees will see demonstrations, talks, and posters highlighting advances in high-performance computing, data science, and visualization within a university research environment.

An Introduction to Women in Print

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 · All day

William Morris Gallery

Art

Join a guided tour at William Morris Gallery for an introduction to women in print, exploring influential artists, print techniques, and the historical impact of women in graphic arts. The session brings the gallery's collection to life with engaging highlights and stories.

IDE Seminar Series: Dr Julie Tai Schmiedel

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 at 13:30

White City Campus

Lecture

Part of Imperial College London's IDE Seminar Series at White City Campus, featuring Dr Julie Schmiedel. A scholarly science/technology talk for researchers and students exploring current developments in the field.

How can a better economics help address the climate crisis?

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 at 14:00

University College London (UCL)

Lecture

Join an insightful talk at UCL on how better economics can address the climate crisis. The session links economic theory with climate policy, carbon pricing, and sustainable growth, followed by audience Q&A.

BSL Interpreted Tours of The Coming of Age

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 at 14:30

Gallery 1

Community

Join a British Sign Language interpreted gallery tour of The Coming of Age at Wellcome Collection in London. This free, accessible community event guides visitors through the exhibition with a knowledgeable guide, highlighting context and the art on display.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion: Finding Your Place

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 at 16:00

White City Campus

Lecture

An academic lecture at Imperial College London examining diversity, equity, and inclusion, addressing how individuals find their place within institutions and how campuses promote belonging, with practical insights for students and staff.

Physics Colloquium: Neutrino Sector & DUNE

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 at 17:00

Blackett Building, Imperial College London

Lecture

Dr. Sowjanya Gollapinni presents a physics colloquium on deciphering the neutrino sector with the DUNE experiment. The talk covers latest neutrino measurements, oscillation phenomena, and implications for beyond-Standard-Model physics. A formal, in-person event at Blackett Building, Imperial College London.

Building Physics and Design Practice: Evidence Across Scales

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 at 17:00

University College London (UCL)

Lecture

This talk at UCL Bartlett links building physics with practical design decisions, showing how evidence can inform actions from components to whole-building scales. Expect insights into integrating climate-responsive design, energy efficiency, and performance targets across disciplines.

How can we solve the inequality emergency?

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 at 17:30

London School Of Economics

Lecture

An engaging 60-minute lecture at the London School of Economics addressing the so-called 'inequality emergency.' Economists and policy experts discuss practical tools to reduce income and opportunity gaps, with a Q&A to follow, inviting students and professionals to engage with the issue.

Journalism Technology London Meetup

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 at 18:00

Newspeak House, 133 Bethnal Grn Rd, London E2 7DG, UK

Tech

Journalism Technology London Meetup at Newspeak House gathers journalists, technologists, and technical journalists to explore how tech can strengthen the journalism sector. Doors open at 19:00 with light dinner, followed by short talks and a lightly facilitated discussion to grow a London media-tech community.

IAS Book Launch: Critical Conditions

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 at 18:00

University College London (UCL)

Literature

Join scholars at UCL's Institute of Advanced Studies for the launch of Critical Conditions. The evening features a brief introduction, a reading from the new book, and a moderated discussion on contemporary critical theory, offering a lively, academic atmosphere in a historic campus setting.

Artificial intelligence for language assessment

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 at 18:00

University College London (UCL)

Lecture

An academic lecture on how artificial intelligence can be used to assess language ability, addressing AI methods for linguistic testing, potential biases, and practical implications for language education and assessment design. Presented at UCL IOE, exploring current research and future directions.

Ese Evening Lecture Series: Energy Transition

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 at 18:30

South Kensington

Lecture

An engaging evening talk at Imperial's South Kensington Campus exploring the energy transition through science, technology, and policy. Researchers and practitioners discuss innovations, challenges, and practical paths toward a sustainable future.

Zakia Sewell in conversation with Lanre Bakare

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 at 19:30

Daunt Books Notting Hill

Literature

Zakia Sewell engages in a lively literary conversation with Lanre Bakare at Daunt Books Notting Hill. An intimate evening exploring contemporary writing, storytelling, and ideas in a beloved bookshop, with author insights and audience Q&A.

Queer Minyan

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 at 20:00

London LGBTQ+ Community Centre

Community

Queer Minyan is a monthly Shacharit service for queer Jews and allies hosted by Jewish Autonomous Queers at the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre. Doors open at 7pm; the service begins around 7:45pm with tefillin lending available, aiming to reach kaddish by about 8pm. A welcoming, inclusive space for prayer and fellowship.

Children in art

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 · All day

The National Gallery

Art

Experience Children in Art at MATERIAL Gallery, London, a family-friendly tour through contemporary works as part of the House Members Exhibition, with special access for Members, Friends, and All Members.

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB): the first decade

Wed, 22 Apr 2026

London School Of Economics

Lecture

An expert-led lecture examining a decade of the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB), its aims, projects, and geopolitical impact. Part of LSE's Global South Dialogue in the Ideas series, this 2pm–3pm talk at the London School of Economics on 22 April 2026 offers insights into development finance and international policy.

Nature in the Collection Tour

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 · All day

Dulwich Picture Gallery

Art

Join the Head of Collection and the Head Gardener for a guided tour at Dulwich Picture Gallery, exploring how nature informs the collection. Discover nature-inspired artworks, behind-the-scenes insights, and the gallery’s approach to nature in a thoughtful, informative session. Free for Friends Circle members.

Community Garden Action Days

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 at 14:00

Imperial College London

Community

Join Imperial College London's Community Garden Action Days on April 22, 2026 at 1:00 PM for hands-on gardening, bed tidying, planting herbs, and improving campus green spaces. A friendly volunteer event perfect for students and locals looking to contribute to sustainability in an outdoor campus setting.

UCL200 Walking Tour

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 at 14:00

University College London (UCL)

Community

Join a guided walking tour of University College London, discovering campus landmarks, historic architecture, and stories behind its 200-year history. Led by campus guides, the stroll blends architecture, lore, and student life into a lively, casual campus experience.

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